FOX 35's David Martin and Central Florida Community Arts teamed up with Orange County to kick off the Orange County Mayor's Holiday Toy Drive.

Season’s Greetings,

I hope your Thanksgiving holiday was spent in the warm company of friends and family. As this year comes to a close, I could not be more appreciative of the amazing team at Orange County Government and all they have achieved in 2023. Their efforts have ensured that the County continues to grow as a diverse, inclusive and generous community for all!

Speaking of generosity, I would like to thank our community for the tremendous response we have already received to this year’s Holiday Toy Drive. There is still time for you to contribute, either with an online donation or by dropping off toys at one of our in-person locations. Each donation directly benefits local families in need through various Orange County youth and family agencies. You can learn more by visiting our webpage.

Orange County Mayor’s Holiday Toy Drive

There is still time to donate to the Orange County Mayor’s Holiday Toy Drive! Help make the holiday season merry and bright for those in need by dropping off a new, unwrapped toy in person or by shopping virtually in our online store. All donations benefit Orange County youth and family agencies.

FOX 35 Shop & Drop Event: Saturday, December 2

Online Donation Deadline: Monday, December 4

In-Person Donation Deadline: Monday, December 11

In the News

Curbside Collection Holiday Schedule

Attention Orange County Utilities customers! There will be no curbside garbage, recycling, yard waste and large item collection on Monday, December 25. All collection days that week will move forward one day. Live Christmas trees can be set out on your yard waste collection day. Be sure to remove the stand and all decorations before placing your tree at the curb.

For more information, visit Orange County Utilities’ holiday curbside collection guide.

Only on Orange TV

Operation Outreach | Soldiers’ Angels

Learn more about local organizations and services available to veterans and their families in Orange County.

A Chat with Mayor Demings

Residents at this year’s Community Conference had the opportunity to engage with Mayor Demings and learn more about his vision for the future.

Upcoming Events

Tree Lighting Celebration

December 1, 5 p.m.

Ring in the holiday season and help count down to the lighting of the City of Orlando’s Christmas tree at Lake Eola Park.

FOX 35 Shop & Drop

December 2, 6 a.m.

Join the FOX 35 team at the South Goldenrod Walmart for an in-person donation event benefitting the Mayor’s Toy Drive.

Ye Olde Hometown Christmas Parade

December 2, 9 a.m.

Experience a holiday tradition in Winter Park as more than 80 organizations march down Park Avenue.

Christmas Golf Cart Parade

December 2, 6 p.m.

Winter Garden comes alive with decorated golf carts making their way through historic downtown to spread holiday cheer.

Movie in the Park: Grinch

December 8 and 9, 6 p.m.

This month’s free movie in the park showings will be at Meadow Woods Park on December 8 and Magnolia Park on December 9.

Jolly Jamboree

December 9, 3 p.m.

Celebrate the holiday season and bring the family to the City of Ocoee’s Jolly Jamboree and Holiday Dog Parade.

OUC Family Day

December 9, 10 a.m.

Visit the Orange County Regional History Center and celebrate 100 years of OUC history with a pop-up exhibition and free admission.

Pine Hills Parade

December 9, 2 p.m.

Celebrate the Pine Hills community's talent and diversity at this family-friendly event featuring a holiday parade.

Chanukah with Chabad of South Orlando

December 7-15

Join Chabad of South Orlando for several community events across Orange County.

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