How the Grinch Stole Christmas 12/5/26
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Holiday Movies at Lake Eola Park.
Bring your blankets, gather the family, and celebrate the season with three holiday favorites under the stars on the East Lawn at Lake Eola Park. Each screening begins at 7:00 p.m.
Click each movie title to watch the official trailer.
December 5
7:00 p.m. — Movie
Location: East Lawn at Lake Eola Park
Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
Rating: PG | Runtime: 105 minutes
Theme: Kindness can open even the most guarded heart.
Synopsis: Determined to silence Whoville’s holiday celebrations, the Grinch plots to steal Christmas by taking every gift, decoration, and festive treat. But a young girl named Cindy Lou Who helps him discover that the spirit of the season reaches far beyond presents.
December 12
7:00 p.m. — Movie
Location: East Lawn at Lake Eola Park
Elf (2003)
Rating: PG | Runtime: 97 minutes
Theme: Finding belonging and spreading joy by being yourself.
Synopsis: Raised by elves at the North Pole, Buddy travels to New York City to find his biological father. Armed with boundless enthusiasm and an unwavering belief in Christmas, he brings unexpected holiday cheer to a family—and a city—in need of it.
December 19
7:00 p.m. — Movie
Location: East Lawn at Lake Eola Park
A Christmas Story (1983)
Rating: PG | Runtime: 93 minutes
Theme: Finding holiday magic in the imperfect moments of family life.
Synopsis: Nine-year-old Ralphie Parker has one Christmas wish: a Red Ryder air rifle. As he campaigns to convince his parents, teacher, and even Santa, a series of schoolyard mishaps and family antics turns the holiday season into an unforgettable childhood adventure.