Gatorpalooza! May 30th & 31st, 2026
Y’all come join us for the 6th Annual Gatorpalooza at Gatorland, happening May 30–31, 2026! This action-packed, family-friendly festival features a live DJ and music, specialty food vendors, artisans and craft vendors, games, and plenty of family fun—all surrounded by the alligators, animals, and awesomeness that make Gatorland The Alligator Capital of the World. Don’t miss Saturday’s 6th Annual Gatorland Florida Man Challenge on May 30, 2026, a wild competition you won’t want to miss. Best of all, Gatorpalooza is included with park admission, so grab the family and come celebrate—see y’all real soon at Gatorland
Gators, Ghosts & Goblins Halloween Event
Get ready for spooky family fun at Gatorland’s Gators, Ghosts & Goblins! This daytime, kid-friendly Halloween celebration transforms the park with festive décor, fall vibes, and playful frights around every corner. Brave the Haunted Museum, which returns each year with a brand-new theme—more thrilling and more haunt-filled than ever before. Guests can enjoy themed activities, trick-or-treating, fun live shows, a live DJ, specialty vendors, games, candy giveaways, interactive characters, animal meet-and-greets, and festive photo opportunities throughout the park.
Little ghouls and goblins won’t want to miss the Children’s Halloween Costume Parade, complete with treat bags for every participating child—all surrounded by the alligators, animals, and attractions that make Gatorland The Alligator Capital of the World. It’s a fun, safe, and unforgettable way to celebrate Halloween—Gatorland style!
Dates: October 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th and 25th, 2026!
*All dates are subject to change
Gatorland’s Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-Down!
Celebrate the season with a splash of sunshine and a whole lot of holiday cheer at Gatorland’s Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-Down 2026! This beloved holiday tradition returns with festive fun for the whole family, featuring joyful holiday music, dazzling seasonal décor, interactive characters, and delicious seasonal treats available for purchase. Capture the spirit of a true Florida Christmas with a photo alongside Gator Claus in his swamp-ready sleigh, come face-to-face with the mischievous Krampus Croc, and sing along as the Florida Skunk Ape belts out his favorite “cryptid carols.”
Guests can also explore a variety of unique arts and crafts vendors for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, then wrap up their visit at the iconic Gatorland gift shop for exclusive souvenirs. All this holiday magic—plus the alligators, wildlife, and crowd-pleasing shows that have made Gatorland a Florida favorite since 1949—is included with regular park admission, making Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-Down the perfect way to make merry, Gatorland style!
Three weekends in December
Dates: December 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th, 2026!
*All dates are subject to change
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