Thank you to WESH 2 for highlighting the 80 performances, tree lighting and all the ways our city comes together to celebrate the holidays during Frontyard Holiday Festival at Dr. Philips Center.
Our very own, Caila Carter, was interviewed about our involvement in this incredible event!
Click the image above to watch the full WESH 2 interview covering the Frontyard Holiday Festival at Dr. Phillips Center.
The Frontyard Holiday Festival at Dr. Phillips Center, supported by AdventHealth, is more than just a festive gathering it’s a celebration of community, music, and holiday cheer. In a recent WESH interview, two of the festival’s featured performers, Gabriel Preiser of Opera Orlando and Kyla Carter of Central Florida Vocal Arts, shared their excitement about being part of this seasonal tradition and the role of the arts in bringing people together. Located at the iconic Seneff Arts Plaza and Frontyard, the festival invites guests to step into a joyful holiday atmosphere filled with live entertainment, glowing décor, and festive surprises around every corner.
Kyla described the preparation for the festival as intense but rewarding. She likened the performance season to a “playoff” for Orlando’s local artists, with months of rehearsals and coordination leading up to these public appearances. For her, the most meaningful part of participating is the opportunity to give back to the community and create “core memories for people for years to come.”
Both performers celebrated that the festival is free and accessible, reinforcing the importance of making the arts available to everyone. They encouraged families to bring children and experience live music, holiday carols, snowfall moments, and the festive ambiance, hoping to instill a love of music and the arts in the next generation.
While the festival features more than 80 live performances, glowing lights, snowfall effects, and interactive activities, the WESH interview underscores that its true magic comes from the people who bring it to life. The dedication, enthusiasm, and artistry of local performers, like our Central Florida Vocal Arts performers, are what turn the festival into an immersive holiday experience.Accessible, Inclusive, and Community-Focused
By offering free admission and engaging programming, the Frontyard Holiday Festival reflects the Dr. Phillips Center’s commitment to accessible arts and community connection. It provides Orlando residents and visitors alike an opportunity to celebrate the season in a way that is festive, inclusive, and memorable. With lights, performances, food, family-friendly activities, and authentic voices from local performers, the festival has quickly become a holiday tradition that enriches Downtown Orlando’s cultural landscape while spreading joy throughout the season
We were honored to be part of this incredible community event!