United States Florida Orlando Orlando Guide Things To Do Essentials Where to Stay Getaways All Orlando Orlando for Family Spring Break By Teresa Plowright Updated on 06/26/19 Share Pin Email Universal Orlando Resort For families across the country, spring break means one glorious week without school and the chance to trade coats and boots for shorts and flip-flops. When it comes to choosing a destination that screams high-octane fun in the sun, there's no place that draws more families than Orlando. The theme park capital of America boasts Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld, Legoland Florida, as well as many other smaller family fun spots. As you would expect, there are hundreds of family-friendly hotels and resorts for every budget, from wallet-friendly motels to plush resorts with elaborate water parks and spas. Keep in mind that Orlando is a sprawling city, so it's important to choose a hotel near the attractions you most want to visit. Since schools across the country have different spring break weeks, the crowds don't hit Orlando all at once but rather throughout the spring break season that falls between mid-March and late-April. But make no mistake: Orlando's theme parks will be crowded throughout the spring break season, which ranks among the busiest times to visit Disney World and other Orlando theme parks. Battle Plan: How to Deal with Huge Crowds at Disney World Don't Miss in Orlando In addition to many special spring events (see below), you can take advantage of Orlando's smorgasbord of family fun: Orlando Hotels with Awesome Lazy Rivers Orlando's Top Water Parks Disney World vs. Universal Orlando Swim with Dolphins at Discovery Cove Creative Fun at the Crayola Experience Completely Over-the-Top Orlando Vacation Rentals Gustavo Caballero / Getty Images Special Events During Spring Break Along with the year-round fun to be had in Orlando, several special events are held during spring break season. At Disney World At the annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, Epcot is adorned with dozens of amazing topiary figures of Disney characters and there are also free outdoor concerts and numerous gardening demonstrations. Also at Epcot, the annual Egg-stravaganza is back in the weeks leading up to Easter. For this fun egg hunt, oversized Easter eggs painted with Disney characters are hidden throughout the World Showcase. At Universal Orlando Universal Studios Florida celebrates Mardi Gras on select nights over spring break, complete with a big parade, street performers, Cajun cuisine, free concerts, and New Orleans bands. The event is included in the regular admission ticket. There's a lot of partying, but also plenty of families in attendance. Greater Orlando Area The nearby town of Winter Park is hosting its 66th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. Children age 10 and under can hunt for over 10,000 eggs placed around downtown Central Park. Spring Break Deals in Orlando If you're visiting during March or April, be sure to check out special offers on deal-finding sites. Travelzoo Orlando Hotel Deals Groupon Getaways Orlando Hotel Deals - Edited by Suzanne Rowan Kelleher Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Share Pin Email Tell us why! Submit