The winter season is back and so is OCSA’s Winter Festival! The event, sponsored by SGA, is on Decemeber 10th from 5pm to 8pm. There is a $3 admission fee along with an additional dollar for every ticket purchased. Tickets go towards participating in the numerous activity booths that will be set up around the courtyard. Some booths include face painting by NAHS(National Art Honor Soceity), Toss the Key by Key Club, and hot chocolate hosted by class of 2026. In addition to booths, SGA has promised returning vendors such as Chick-fil-A, Kona Ice, and the Osceola County Police Department at additional costs.

Live performances by OCSA students will also fill the night and bring the winter joy to OCSA and the community. There will be a total of 17 performances scheduled throughout the night, an increase from last year, following their success. Hailey Marjason, the vice president of SGA, stated how the club hopes this improvement will “provide more entertainment for our guests.” She hopes that with more performances, guests can have an even more enjoyable time at the Winter Festival.

Numerous people have also noted how the event is a time where friends, families and the community can come to enjoy and celebrate the holidays. Maria Padilla, an 11th grade vocal major who is performing at the event, shared this sentiment. Padilla stated how she’s excited to “see people gathered around together and spend some time with my friends.” Another performer,Victoria Aguilar, a senior orchestra major, who’s a member of the Midnight Strummers, also commented on her experience. “I think it’s just a really chill activity. [At the Winter Festival] you get to play games; you get to relax.” Clearly, the overall view of the Winter Festival is that there is consistent sensation of joy and togetherness.

The Winter Festival has a variety of activities and entertainment for students and families alike to come and experience. Marjason continuously expressed her excitement for the event and on behalf of SGA stated how they, “Hope to see everyone on December 10th here at OCSA!”