LEGOLAND® Florida Winter Break Guide: Christmas, New Year’s & Family Fun

Winter break is a great time to bring the family together for a day of LEGO® adventures, holiday entertainment and Florida sunshine. At LEGOLAND® Florida Resort in Winter Haven, families can combine rides and attractions with seasonal celebrations, LEGO character experiences, festive food and hands-on activities.

During the 2026 holiday season, the Resort celebrates with LEGOLAND® Christmas Bricktacular on select dates from November 21, 2026 through January 3, 2027. Families visiting on December 31 can also celebrate with Kids’ New Year’s Eve, a family-friendly New Year’s celebration designed so children can join the fun before bedtime.

Whether your family is planning a Christmas vacation in Florida, a winter break day trip from Orlando or Tampa, or a longer Central Florida getaway, this guide covers what to know before visiting LEGOLAND Florida during winter break.

Winter Break at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort at a Glance

LEGOLAND Christmas Bricktacular is included with regular Theme Park admission on event dates. Eligible Annual Passholders can also attend, although blockout dates may apply to some pass types. Check the current event and Annual Pass information before planning a specific date.

Celebrate Christmas at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort

The holiday season at LEGOLAND Florida brings together the Resort's regular rides and attractions with festive LEGO experiences.

LEGOLAND Christmas Bricktacular takes place on select dates from November 21, 2026 through January 3, 2027. The celebration includes holiday decorations, seasonal entertainment, LEGO character experiences, LEGO building activities, festive food and drinks, and special nighttime experiences.

2026 LEGOLAND Christmas Bricktacular Dates

Event dates, entertainment and operating information can change, so check the official calendar before your visit.

What Is New for Christmas Bricktacular in 2026?

Families visiting during winter break can experience several new holiday additions.

The new 2026 experiences complement the holiday decorations, character experiences and LEGO building activities found throughout the Theme Park.

Meet LEGO® Santa and Festive Characters

For many families, meeting LEGO Santa is one of the highlights of a Christmas visit.

During LEGOLAND Christmas Bricktacular, families can meet LEGO Santa along with festive LEGO characters. Holiday photo opportunities, including LEGO Santa's sleigh and reindeer, add another way to capture family memories during the visit.

Character appearances take place at specific times, so check the daily schedule when planning your day. Families with younger children may want to make their must-do character experiences a priority before filling the rest of the day with rides and attractions.

Enjoy Holiday Shows, Building and Lights

Christmas Bricktacular is more than seasonal decorations. The 2026 celebration gives families several ways to mix rides with slower-paced holiday activities.

The interactive festive light trail is new for 2026 and combines holiday lights with LEGO brick-building. Families can also enjoy seasonal entertainment and hands-on LEGO activities throughout the Theme Park.

For younger children, these experiences can provide a useful break between rides. A winter break day does not have to be a race from one attraction to the next. Leave room for building, photos, snacks and holiday entertainment.

Make Time for the Rides and Attractions

Christmas may be the focus of a winter visit, but LEGOLAND Florida Resort still offers more than 50 rides, shows and attractions designed with families and children in mind.

Families can build their day around a combination of priority rides, LEGO experiences and seasonal entertainment.

Galacticoaster

Make your winter vacation an out of this world adventure with Galacticoaster, LEGOLAND Florida’s newest attraction.

This indoor coaster combines storytelling, thrills and LEGO imagination as families board customizable LEGO spacecraft for a high energy space adventure. Riders must be at least 36 inches tall, and guests under 48 inches must ride with a responsible rider who is at least 13 years old and 48 inches or taller.

The Dragon

Head to LEGO® Kingdoms for a family coaster adventure aboard The Dragon. The ride combines a castle setting with twists, turns and a friendly dragon.

LEGO® NINJAGO® The Ride

Families can join the ninja team and use hand motions to battle villains in this interactive 3D attraction. There is no minimum height requirement, although guests under 48 inches must ride with a supervising companion who meets the requirements.

LEGO® Ferrari Build & Race

Build, test and race a LEGO Ferrari during this interactive experience in LEGO® Technic. It is a fun option for families who want to take a break from traditional rides and put their creativity to work.

How Many Days Should You Spend at LEGOLAND® Florida?

The right length of a winter break visit depends on your family's priorities.

A one-day visit can work well for families who want to focus on priority rides, attractions and seasonal entertainment.

A two-day visit gives families more time to explore at a relaxed pace and revisit favorite experiences.

A three-day or longer stay can provide additional time for Resort experiences such as SEA LIFE Florida and other attractions, depending on operating dates and your family's itinerary.

Operating dates and hours vary by attraction and season, so check the current calendars when building a multi-day itinerary.

How to Plan a LEGOLAND® Florida Winter Break Day

Winter break can be a popular time for Central Florida attractions, particularly around Christmas and New Year's Eve. A flexible plan can help your family enjoy the day without making the schedule feel too rigid.

Arrive With a Short Priority List

Choose the rides, attractions or holiday experiences your family most wants to experience.

Starting earlier can give you more time to work through those priorities before moving on to seasonal entertainment, meals, LEGO building and other activities.

Plan Around Your Children's Energy

A full Theme Park day can be a lot for younger children.

Build in time for snacks, meals, slower-paced attractions and breaks. A LEGO building activity or holiday light experience can provide a change of pace after several rides.

Use the LEGOLAND® Florida Mobile App

The official mobile app can help families navigate the Theme Park, view attraction information and stay up to date during their visit.

Use it to check current information and help keep track of your family's priorities rather than trying to remember every show and activity throughout the day.

Check the Event Schedule

Holiday entertainment and character experiences take place at specific times.

Before your visit, check the latest schedule and choose the experiences that matter most to your family. Then build the rest of your day around them.

What Is Florida Weather Like During Winter Break?

Florida winter weather can vary, so families should plan for changing temperatures throughout the day.

Mornings and evenings can feel cooler, while afternoons may be warmer. Rain is also possible, even during the winter months.

For a full day at LEGOLAND Florida, consider bringing:

Check the forecast before leaving for the Theme Park and adjust your family's clothing accordingly.

Stay at a LEGOLAND® Florida Resort Hotel

Families who want more than a single day at the Theme Park can turn their holiday visit into a full Florida vacation by staying at one of the three themed LEGOLAND Florida Resort hotels.

LEGOLAND® Hotel

Stay just steps from the Theme Park in a fully themed LEGO hotel. The LEGOLAND Hotel offers themed rooms, family friendly entertainment and easy access to the Theme Park.

Pirate Island Hotel

Families can continue the adventure at Pirate Island Hotel, where pirate themed rooms and entertainment extend the LEGO fun beyond the Theme Park.

LEGOLAND® Beach Retreat

For a more relaxed stay, LEGOLAND Beach Retreat offers bungalow style accommodations, a laid back atmosphere and convenient access to the Resort.

Staying onsite can also make a winter break trip easier for families who want the flexibility to return to their room for a break, change clothes or recharge before heading back to the Theme Park.

Celebrate New Year's Eve With Kids

If your winter break continues through December 31, Kids' New Year's Eve gives families another seasonal experience to add to their trip.

Kids' New Year's Eve takes place December 31, 2026 at LEGOLAND Florida Resort.

The celebration includes rides, activities, live music, a New Year's Eve countdown and a brick-bursting fireworks display, giving children a chance to celebrate before traditional midnight.

Kids' New Year's Eve at a Glance

If Kids' New Year's Eve is a priority, check the current event and operating information before your visit.

Visiting LEGOLAND® Florida From Orlando or Tampa

LEGOLAND Florida Resort is located in Winter Haven, Florida, approximately 45 minutes from Orlando and Tampa.

That makes the Resort an option for families staying elsewhere in Central Florida who want to add a full day of LEGO-themed rides, attractions and holiday entertainment to their winter vacation.

Families staying closer to Winter Haven can also build a multi-day getaway around the Resort's Theme Park, hotels and other experiences.

When planning from Orlando or Tampa, allow enough travel time for your family and check the current operating hours before setting out.

Add LEGOLAND Florida to Your Central Florida Winter Vacation

LEGOLAND Florida Resort is located in Winter Haven, Florida, making it a natural addition to a Central Florida family vacation.

Families staying in the Orlando area can make the trip to Winter Haven for a full day of LEGO adventures, while families staying closer to LEGOLAND Florida Resort can build a longer getaway around the Theme Park and its hotels.

The Resort also offers other experiences beyond the main Theme Park, including LEGOLAND Water Park and SEA LIFE Florida. Operating dates and hours vary by attraction and season, so check the current calendars when planning your trip.

Make Your Winter Break Bricktastic

From meeting LEGO Santa and admiring the giant LEGO Christmas Tree to racing through the Theme Park and celebrating an early New Year’s Eve, winter is a great time to create family memories at LEGOLAND Florida Resort.

Whether your family is planning a Christmas trip to Florida, looking for winter break activities near Orlando or celebrating New Year’s Eve with kids, a LEGOLAND Florida Resort visit gives everyone plenty of ways to play, build and celebrate together.

Check the official event calendar before your trip for current dates, entertainment schedules and operating information, then get ready for a winter vacation filled with LEGO adventures.

Make Your Winter Break Bricktastic

A winter break at LEGOLAND Florida can be as relaxed or attraction-filled as your family wants it to be. Spend the day riding coasters and exploring LEGO-themed lands, slow down for a building activity, meet LEGO Santa or experience the seasonal entertainment at Christmas Bricktacular.

Families visiting around December 31 can add Kids' New Year's Eve to the itinerary, while an overnight stay at one of the Resort's three accommodation options can turn a Theme Park visit into a longer family getaway.

Before you travel, check the official event calendar, operating hours, ticket information and current schedules so your plans reflect the latest information.

Then pack a few layers, comfortable shoes and plenty of room for LEGO memories.