Lake Eola Merry Market

The market opens at 5:30 p.m. on twelve evenings in December, including every night from Dec. 17 to 22 for last-minute shoppers. Bring a tote for purchases and some cash in case a vendor prefers it. Time your visit to catch one of the Eola Wonderland tree shows, which run hourly from 5:45 p.m. On Friday through Sunday nights the free Holiday Train also runs nearby, which makes this an easy stop with kids. Park in a downtown city garage and walk over.