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9 things to do in Central Florida this weekend

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricane Nicole is long gone, and the holiday season is in full swing here in Central Florida.

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Check out our top 9 events throughout the region below:

NIGHT OF A MILLION LIGHTS

Give Kids the World’s holiday staple kicks off this weekend, but at a new location — H2O Water Park in Kissimmee. Get tickets here.

READ: Night of a Million Lights returns this holiday season at new venue

ICE!

Things are cooling down at Gaylord Palms as ICE! returns, this year featuring Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” Click here to reserve your tickets.

Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort

If you weren’t able to see the kickoff of Universal Orlando Resort’s holiday festivities last weekend due to Hurricane Nicole, the party continues this weekend. Meet the Grinch, enjoy sweet treats, see the holiday parade and more.

READ: Celebrate the holiday season with Universal Orlando’s new treats and activities

SEAWORLD CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration runs through Jan. 3. There are shows, food, fireworks and more. Click here for more information.

READ: ‘Bigger and better than ever’: SeaWorld announces return of Christmas Celebration

JINGLE EVE

Jingle Eve, an annual tradition at Ivanhoe Village, returns Saturday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Click here for details.

BARKTOBERFEST

Orange County Animal Services’ 9th annual Barktoberfest returns Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. at Lake Eola Park. You may even meet your new best friend there, as there will be dozens of rescue dogs available for adoption. Click here for more information.

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THE MUNSTERZ LIVE!

Postponed from Halloween time, The Munsterz Live! takes the stage at Clermont Performing Arts Center through the weekend brought to you by the award-winning Golden Gals Divine Grace, Ginger Minj, Ryan Ball, Michael Wanzie and Gidget Galore. Click here for ticket details.

HAMILTON LAST WEEKEND

Don’t throw away your shot to see “Hamilton” at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts during its final weekend. Click here for more information.

READ: ‘Hamilton’ returns to Orlando

BILL BURR

Bill Burr brings his unique comedic style to the Amway Center Saturday. Click here for more information.

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Adam Poulisse, WFTV.com

Adam Poulisse joined WFTV in November 2019.