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Welcome Spring at Grande Lakes Orlando

by Katie Skrzek

Mar 28, 2025

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Celebrate spring in Florida at Grande Lakes Orlando. This 500-acre luxury resort destination is comprised of The Ritz-Carlton, Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. Take part in a season full of exciting programming.

 

Grande Lakes Orlando hosts a full lineup of Easter events. Children arriving to the resort on Easter weekend receive a chocolate bar upon arrival. Five bars will have a golden ticket, where winners claim a special prize, including 50 pounds of chocolate shipped to their home.

 

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During Easter weekend, enjoy Cotton Tail Tea. With seatings on April 19 and 20, this special afternoon tea service features a visit from the Easter Bunny himself. Visit Valencia Lawn April 19–20 from 12 to 4 p.m. for an animal meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny’s furry friends. Young guests up to 12 years old can take part in the annual Easter egg hunt, held April 20 from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. on the Da Vinci Lawn. Enjoy Easter Day brunch at Highball & Harvest, Citron or Primo.

 

Attend The Ritz-Carlton Spa Orlando, Grande Lakes’ Spa Spring Fling April 27. This special event will feature exclusive treatments, luxury brand sample products, light bites and Champagne. Book your reservation here. Don your best Derby attire on Kentucky Derby Day, May 3, and attend watch parties at The Ritz-Carlton.

 

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Treat the mom in your life to a fabulous meal on Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day Tea will be offered May 10 at 11 a.m. and May 11 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Bring brunch-loving moms to Highball & Harvest on Mother’s Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Primo hosts a special Mother’s Day meal, complete with a complimentary glass of Champagne for mom.

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