Lake Eola Park, a beloved centerpiece of downtown Orlando, is about to gain a new attraction thanks to the Orlando Land Trust.

News 6 helped to kick off the holidays in Central Florida by celebrating the annual tree-lighting ceremony at Lake Eola on Friday.

Orlando District 4 Commissioner Patty Sheehan joined volunteers and veterinarians at Lake Eola Park to round up the city's famous swans and get them checked out.

The swans are iconic symbols in downtown Orlando and the city is welcoming two newcomers to the group.

The new swans are acclimating in a designated pen at the park.

City officials contacted Florida Fish and Wildlife’s Assistance Program for solutions to prevent potential wildlife conflict after a river otter was spotted at Lake Eola Park.

From concert venues to swan boats to Barbie's Malibu Dream House to a history museum, Orlando's got it all. Here's your guide to the 32801.

Come hang out with News 6 anchors, reporters, and investigators at Lake Eola for the 4th of July and score some free swag.

Two people were arrested and several others pepper sprayed by Orlando police at Lake Eola Park during a pro-Palestine protest on Saturday afternoon.

The “Yes on 4″ campaign kicked off with a rally in Orlando about two weeks after Florida’s Supreme Court ruled to allow a November ballot measure on making abortion rights part of the state’s constitution.

Dogs will rule Lake Eola Park as the annual Paws in the Park festival returns for its 30th year in Orlando.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer joined District 4 City Commissioner Patty Sheehan and others to hold a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday morning for a pocket-sized expansion of Lake Eola Park.

If you’re stumped on what to do with your weekend morning, a farmers market can be a great way to get outdoors and connect with your community.

Orlando police chief Eric Smith said safety is top of mind as more than 100,000 people are expected to pack Lake Eola Park for the Fireworks at the Fountain celebration.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites the public to the 46th annual Fireworks at the Fountain on Tuesday, July 4 at Lake Eola Park.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites the public to the 46th annual Fireworks at the Fountain on Tuesday, July 4 at Lake Eola Park.

A black bear last seen in a tree Sunday at Lake Eola Park is now on the other side of the lake in another tree.

Orlando’s Lake Eola Park looks good for having just turned 140 years old.

The city of Orlando is considering a transformative new plan for Lake Eola Park that would make changes to every part of the historic downtown lake.

If you’re looking for a paw-tastic way to spend time with your furry pal, Paws in the Park is the event to mark on your calendar.

National and state lawmakers lead a candlelight vigil over the weekend to honor and reflect on the life of Tyre Nichols who died after being beaten by now-former Memphis police officers.

The strings supergroup, Violectric, announced their 10th annual holiday show is set to rock the Orlando area come Saturday, Dec. 10.

Here's the best way to watch the fireworks in Orlando.

Here's the best way to watch the fireworks in Orlando.

Florida Rising, an organization for racial justice, hosted a vigil at Lake Eola Park in memory of the Buffalo mass-shooting victims.

Orlando will be hosting free, family-friendly activities, events and spectacles throughout November and December.

Tens of thousands are expected in downtown Orlando this weekend as one of Florida’s largest pride festivals returns to Lake Eola Park.

Come Out With Pride festival and parade is on Saturday, October 9, Extra Covid precautions will include an extended parade route to accomodate social distancing. Those attending are being asked to wear a mask.

When a developer wanted to build a 28-story building on the same block as Lake Eola, two women, who describe themselves as 'little old ladies' decided to stop it.

Dozens of people are expected to turn out at a vigil Tuesday night in downtown Orlando to honor the life of George Floyd, one year later.

Orlando police detectives arrested a man accused of taking two baby swans from their nests at Lake Eola Park.

The video shows a man batting away a mother and father swan at Lake Eola Park to grab their babies.

Here’s a look back at a few weather events, some of which occurred in Central Florida, that made their mark last year. Things started to really heat up in March in Central Florida. Here's how COVID-19 is impacting weather forecastingDuring the beginning of the COVID-19 shutdown that dominated headlines around the globe, weather wasn’t free from the pandemic. Sure they’re a part of summer storm hazards in Central Florida, but last year was one many residents in DeLand won’t soon forget. 43 degrees is tied for the biggest drop in temperature ever at the Orlando International AirportChristmas came along and Santa brought Central Florida a cold front.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A popular downtown Orlando event is making a comeback after it was on hiatus for months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Orlando Farmer’s Market reopened in Lake Eola Park on Sunday. Vendors showed up early to set up their tents, cook food and put the finishing touches on their booths. The Hobarts said they used to shop regularly at the Orlando Farmer’s Market. Click or tap here to learn more about the Orlando Farmer’s Market.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orlando city officials are designing a master plan to breathe new life into Lake Eola Park. In a virtual community meeting, city officials and consultants said they are looking for public input and would like the public to take a survey to guide their plans. “What might the city be like in 50 years and how might Lake Eola Park fit within the context of that new city,” Frank Bellomo with GAI consultants said. The city said the iconic park which attracts more than 100 events a year needs a makeover. “We really want to hear from people about what those pieces of architecture mean to them,” Bellomo said.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A walk around the park is taking on added importance for a small group of UCF students. “We all got together and we were thinking what do they really need and what, as students, can we afford to do.”Now, every other Saturday, a small group of students bring what they can to help the homeless who gather in the park. “We just decided to start something small,” Orindas said. And that’s the reaction from all the students as they walk the pathway handing out the care packages and having short conversation with whomever they encounter. Orindas says she hopes to inspire other students to take initiative when they see a need.

LAKE EOLA, Fla. – Over a dozen protesters gathered in Lake Eola Park Wednesday to bring attention to delays in jobless benefits from the state's unemployment system. The rally was part of the “Fix It DEO” day, which brought together unemployed workers in Orlando, Tampa and Tallahassee. Jennifer Kane drove from Melbourne to attend the protest and said she's been waiting for more than 12 weeks for jobless benefits. "People are struggling and they need the money and they need the money now," she said. State Sen. Linda Stewart of Orlando is meeting with the Governor’s staff Wednesday to talk about the people still waiting for benefits.

For hours Sunday, protesters made their voices loud and clear on the streets of Orlando. Im mad.From Lake Eola Park to Orlando City Hall, then to Orlando police headquarters, hundreds marched for justice for George Floyd after his death in Minneapolis. Its time out for just sitting back and letting people kneel on our necks, said protester Archangel Bryant. In the meantime, hours before police Chief Orlando Rolon and Orange County Sheriff John Mina shared the grief of Floyds death. This came one day after protesters made their way across the streets of Orlando and even blocked parts of I-4 and State road 408.

CLERMONT, Fla. – Clermont is the latest Central Florida city to call off its Fourth of July event in light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. City officials said in a Facebook post Wednesday that Red, White and Boom, the city’s annual fireworks show, has been canceled. Officials did not say whether they would attempt to hold the event at a later time. 📢 ANNOUNCEMENT: As determined at the May 26 Clermont City Council Meeting, the Red, White and Boom event planned for July 4 has been canceled. To keep up with the latest news on the pandemic, subscribe to News 6′s coronavirus newsletter or go to ClickOrlando.com/coronavirus.

ORLANDO, Fla. – An Orlando woman is accused of cracking multiple goose eggs from a nest at Lake Eola Park. Gayle Wessel, 55, was arrested Sunday evening after she admitted to breaking three to five eggs at the park on East Washington Street in downtown Orlando, according to police. Orlando police said 16 eggs were found broken not far from the nest on Sunday, according to an arrest report. The volunteer told police the eggs were not rotten. The total damage for all 16 broken eggs cost about $3,200, the volunteer said.