Fun for the Whole Family Awaits With Grande Lakes Orlando’s Signature Festive Activities at its Whisper Creek Farm
ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Grande Lakes Orlando, the 500-acre luxury resort destination in the headwaters of the Florida Everglades anchored by The Ritz-Carlton Orlando and JW Marriott Orlando, announces the return of its annual autumnal showcase Fall on the Farm, taking place every Saturday and Sunday between 10am and 3pm, from October 15-30, 2022. Hosted at the resort’s expansive 18,000 square-foot on-site Whisper Creek Farm, Grande Lakes Orlando boasts the ideal destination for guests of all ages to enjoy a festive fall experience with abundant activities, world-class cuisine and so much more.
During Fall on the Farm weekends, Whisper Creek Farm transforms into an autumnal showcase that invites families and guests to enjoy a range of seasonal activities. Programming ranges from staples such as hayrides, pumpkin picking and carving and a maze, to arts and crafts, face painting, balloon artist, live music, cornhole and other family games. Grande Lakes Orlando’s own Olympic medalist and two-time World Champion culinary artist and carver, Victor Dagatan, will demonstrate creative pumpkin carving and painting ideas.
For active and adventurous guests, the resort’s Master Falconer will provide attendees with an opportunity to see a falcon and learn about falconry school.
Foodies will rejoice in the abundance of culinary delights with locally-sourced dining options from local purveyors and the resort’s award-winning culinary team. With Knife & Spoon at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando having recently been awarded a MICHELIN Star and Primo at JW Marriott Orlando being MICHELIN recommended, Fall on the Farm offers flavorful experiences fit for all. Guests can also visit the farmer’s market to purchase a taste of Grande Lakes Orlando’s homegrown produce as well as peruse other locally-sourced and homemade treats such as honey, jams, BBQ sauces and rubs and popcorn for those looking to take a bite home.
Tickets and Packages
For families looking to craft unforgettable memories, Grande Lakes Orlando’s Photography Concierge is available on-site to capture the perfect fall family portraits, beginning at $30 with advanced reservations required. Guests can also combine their Fall on the Farm experience with two stay packages, offering abundant savings and other amenities.
Admission to Fall on the Farm is available to both resort and non-resort guests and are priced at $40 and $60 respectively, with children ages two and under being complimentary. Reservations are required and tickets can be purchased at www.fallonthefarmatglo.com.
About Grande Lakes Orlando
Hidden in the heart of Orlando, Grande Lakes Orlando sits on 500 lush acres at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades. The resort features a 582-room Ritz-Carlton, 1,010-room JW Marriott hotel, the 40,000-square-foot Ritz-Carlton spa as well as three picture-perfect pools. The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Tennis Club, which hosts the PNC Championship, includes an 18-hole Greg Norman-designed championship golf course. A dozen celebrated dining venues throughout include Knife & Spoon, a steak and seafood restaurant led by award-winning chef John Tesar, and Primo, Mediterranean/Italian fare by multiple James Beard award-winning chef Melissa Kelly, a leader in the farm-to-fork movement. Grand Lakes Orlando restaurants source fresh ingredients from Whisper Creek Farm, an on-property 18,000-square-foot working farm, as well as on-site apiaries. The resort features a wide array of additional activities: kayaking, eco-tours on Shingle Creek, falconry, mountain biking and fishing school. Conference and meeting attendees have their pick of meeting space options located across 150,000 square feet plus more than 100,000 square feet of outdoor space. Grande Lakes is located 15 minutes from the Orlando International Airport, five minutes from the Orange County Convention Center and minutes from the major theme parks.
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