Special Events
At Oh, What Fun! this year, we're spreading the holiday cheer with nightly snowfall, live entertainment and shows, photo spots, and more magical encounters than ever before!
Thursday, December 7
Hanukkah Celebration of Lights
Kick off the festivities with us on the first of the eight nights of Hanukkah as we bless and light the menorah in a special ceremony to celebrate the festival of lights. Additional entertainment includes a live DJ, stilt walker, children’s performers, face painters and more. Enjoy traditional foods while the kids make dreidels and learn the story of the holiday.
5 - 10 pm
Lake Nona Town Center
Friday, December 8
Opening Night
& Tree Lighting
Gather at Lake Nona Town Center — now Peppermint Square — as we light the Lake Nona Christmas tree, a 24-foot beauty festooned with twinkle lights. Enjoy entertainment featuring Santa’s Toy Box - Lake Nona’s own cirque show, performances from local musical groups and “snowfall” to get into the holiday spirit.
6 - 10 pm
Lake Nona Town Center
Friday, December 15
Coca-Cola Caravan
Join us at Oh, What Fun on Friday, December 15 from 6-8 pm as the Coca-Cola Caravan rolls into town. Meet and snap a photo with the Coca-Cola polar bear and sample Coke’s seasonal drinks.
6 - 8 pm
Lake Nona Town Center
Wave Hotel
Oh, What Fun!
Stay & Play Package
For a limited time, the Lake Nona Wave Hotel is offering an Oh, What Fun! Stay & Play Package* for stays between December 8-30 and includes:
15% discount from our best available rates
$50 food and beverage credit to enjoy at Wave Hotel restaurants and bars during your stay
Book your stay today!
*Terms and conditions apply, new bookings only. Not combinable with any other promotion.
Step into Peppermint’s Forest at Verse Orlando
Dive into a magical augmented reality adventure with Lake Nona’s favorite holiday character, Peppermint the Penguin at Verse Orlando next to Boxi Park.
Engage in delightful conversations with Peppermint, decorate a Christmas tree and indulge in snowball fights in Peppermint’s enchanted wonderland. Crafted by the ingenious minds behind the Unreal Garden and Star Walk, Peppermint's Forest is a fusion of holiday magic and cutting-edge AR technology, promising an unforgettable adventure for the entire family.
Space is limited, so book your spot today!