Rally the corgi has sniffed out the Christmas events for kids in Altamonte Springs for 2026. Light Up the Holidays switches on a million lights and fireworks at Cranes Roost Park on Saturday, December 5, The Polar Express plays free on the lawn December 10, Santa drops in on Friday concerts December 11 and 18, and the Grinch movie night is December 17. We check every date on the host’s own website and link straight there. For the rest of the state, see our Florida Christmas events for kids guide.
What Rally found in Altamonte Springs
- 4 Christmas events for kids in Altamonte Springs, all free
- Light Up the Holidays: Saturday, December 5, 5 to 9 pm, fireworks and Santa
- Polar Express movie: Thursday, December 10, 7 pm
- Concerts with Santa: Fridays, December 11 and 18, 6 to 9 pm
- Everything is at Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd
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Light Up the Holidays
- When: Saturday, December 5, 2026, 5 to 9 pm
- Where: Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free, food and drinks for sale
- Ages: All ages
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Altamonte Springs switches on more than one million lights around Cranes Roost Park, along with a 60-foot Christmas tree covered in thousands of ornaments.
The evening has live music, festive entertainment, appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a fireworks show over the lake.
Parent tip: Little ones who are nervous about fireworks do best on the far side of the lake loop, away from the main plaza.
- Host
- City of Altamonte Springs Leisure Services (opens in a new tab)
- Address
- Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (opens in maps)
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Holiday Movie Night: The Polar Express
- When: Thursday, December 10, 2026, 7 to 9 pm
- Where: Cranes Roost Park, plaza near the fountain and tower, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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The Polar Express plays on the lawn at Cranes Roost Park for a free outdoor holiday movie night by the fountain and tower.
It is a perfect pick for train-loving kids, and the park lights are still glowing all around the lake while you watch.
Parent tip: Bring blankets and lawn chairs, as the city suggests. Pajamas fit the theme.
- Host
- City of Altamonte Springs Leisure Services (opens in a new tab)
- Address
- Cranes Roost Park, plaza near the fountain and tower, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (opens in maps)
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Holiday Concerts with Santa
- When: Fridays, December 11 and December 18, 2026, 6 to 9 pm
- Where: Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free, food and drinks for sale
- Ages: All ages
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Two Friday night concerts at Cranes Roost Park mix classic carols and holiday favorites, with the Ultimate Santana Tribute Band on December 11 and The Fire Rhythms Band on December 18.
Santa and Mrs. Claus stop by both nights, so kids can say hello between songs.
Parent tip: Pick the December 11 or 18 show and bring a picnic blanket. Both nights are free.
- Host
- City of Altamonte Springs Leisure Services (opens in a new tab)
- Address
- Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (opens in maps)
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Holiday Movie Night: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- When: Thursday, December 17, 2026, 7 to 9 pm
- Where: Cranes Roost Park, plaza near the fountain and tower, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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The second free Holiday Movie Night at Cranes Roost Park shows How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the 2000 live-action version.
Families spread out on the lawn near the fountain, with the lake lights still on for a walk after the credits.
Parent tip: The 2000 film has some scary-ish Grinch moments for preschoolers. Older kids usually love it.
- Host
- City of Altamonte Springs Leisure Services (opens in a new tab)
- Address
- Cranes Roost Park, plaza near the fountain and tower, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (opens in maps)
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We check every event above on the host’s own page for the date, time and cost, plus the things parents ask about, like sign-ups and ages. Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Florida Christmas train rides page.
See every event on a December calendar
Plan your December
When each Altamonte Springs Christmas event for kids happens
Start with Light Up the Holidays on December 5, then come back for The Polar Express on December 10 and one of the Friday concerts with Santa.
- Light Up the HolidaysAltamonte Springs · Dec 5
- Holiday Movie Night: The Polar ExpressAltamonte Springs · Dec 10
- Holiday Concerts with SantaAltamonte Springs · Dec 11 to Dec 18
- Holiday Movie Night: How the Grinch Stole ChristmasAltamonte Springs · Dec 17
Looking further afield? Our Florida Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Maitland, Casselberry, Orlando and Winter Garden. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
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Altamonte Springs Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask
What are the best Christmas events for kids in Altamonte Springs this year?
Rally Takes the Train has confirmed 4 free Christmas events for kids in Altamonte Springs for 2026, all at Cranes Roost Park: Light Up the Holidays on December 5, Polar Express and Grinch movie nights on December 10 and 17, and holiday concerts with Santa on December 11 and 18.
When is Light Up the Holidays at Cranes Roost Park in 2026?
Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 5 to 9 pm. Admission is free and the night includes a 60-foot tree, more than one million lights, fireworks and Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Is there a Polar Express movie night in Altamonte Springs?
Yes. The Polar Express plays free at Cranes Roost Park on Thursday, December 10, 2026, from 7 to 9 pm near the fountain and tower.
Where can kids see Santa in Altamonte Springs?
Santa and Mrs. Claus appear at Light Up the Holidays on December 5 and at the free Holiday Concerts with Santa on Fridays, December 11 and 18, all at Cranes Roost Park.
Who do I contact about Altamonte Springs holiday events?
The city events team at Events@altamonte.org or (407) 571-8180.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Florida?
Yes. Santa trains and holiday train rides have their own guide: Rally Takes the Train’s Florida Christmas train rides page.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked Altamonte Springs on November 11, 2026. Rally is also contacting each organizer to confirm details like parking, restrooms and bad-weather plans.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.