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Christmas on Florida’s Historic Coast

Make your Christmas merry and bright with special events to celebrate the season.

The Christmas season in St. Augustine is known for its sensational Nights of Lights holiday display. During Nights of Lights, white lights glow from the sidewalks to the rooftops, over the Bridge of Lions and trail through approximately 20 city blocks in St. Augustine’s Historic District. Taking in the soft, magical glow of more than 3 million white lights is an unforgettable experience – which is why it’s considered one of the top light displays in the world.

When planning a holiday trip to Florida's Historic Coast to view Nights of Lights displays, keep these popular holiday events in mind:

Dec 1 - Jan 13, 2024

Lighthouse Illuminations

Marvel at twenty-one exquisitely adorned trees, each uniquely themed. From "Shells from the Sea" to "Keepsake Ornaments," "Old Florida," and…

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Christmas on the Farm at Sykes Family Farms

Experience a 3/4-mile Christmas light show on a cozy hayride. Enjoy hot cider, chocolate, or coffee. Fun activities like bounce…

Weekly on Friday, starting from Dec 1, 2023, until Dec 16, 2023

Dec 1 - Jan 1, 2024

Light Up The Beach

Enjoy colorful light displays along A1A Beach Boulevard and St. Johns County Ocean Pier Park as St. Augustine Beach LIGHTS…

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Villa Zorayda Museum’s Candlelight Tours

Join the Villa Zorayda Museum this Holiday Season for their 14th Annual “Candlelight Tours”. The Zorayda is beautifully decorated for…

Select evenings through December 30, 2023

A Choral Christmas presented by UNF Choirs at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall

A holiday season tradition, this event kicks off with performances by acclaimed ensembles the Chamber Singers, Osprey Treble, and Coro…

Christmas Parade

Experience St. Augustine's annual Christmas Parade with floats, marching bands, cars, horses and the arrival of Santa. The parade starts…

Surf Illumination at St. Augustine Beach

This free holiday event takes place 4-7 p.m. at the St. Johns County Ocean Pier Park and features a ceremonial…

Colonial Night Watch & Torchlight Parade

Join Historic Florida Militia for activities depicting 18th century combined Spanish and British colonial militia and Native American military arts…

Dec 2 - Jan 2, 2024

Vilano Holiday Village

Presented by Vilano Beach Main Street, the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council, and the St. Johns Cultural Council. Join…

Palm Valley Boat Parade

Enjoy this annual tradition of lighted boats to celebrate the holiday season in Ponte Vedra Beach. The parade route is…

Luminary Night at St. Augustine Lighthouse

This annual tradition hosted by the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum features more than 2,000 luminaries displayed throughout the…

A Peter White Christmas 20th Anniversary Special featuring Mindi Abair and Vincent Ingala at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall

Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show is at 8 p.m. Admission ranges from $69-$121.50. 1050 A1A N., Ponte…

Hastings Hometown Christmas Parade

Join us for the Hastings Hometown Christmas Parade, a delightful holiday event! The parade kicks off at 10 a.m., starting…

Hastings Holiday Pop-Up Market

The Hastings Pop-Up Market offers a treasure trove of local craftsmanship, vintage finds, delectable food products, botanical wonders, and artistic…

Feb 10, 2024, Jul 13, 2024

Holiday Regatta of Lights

Experience this annual holiday parade, hosted by the St. Augustine Yacht Club, of motorized vessels and many other vessels decorated…

St. Augustine Winter Spectacular

Mark your calendars for the St. Augustine Winter Spectacular 2023 at Lewis Auditorium! This family-friendly, entertaining holiday production follows a…

EMMA Concert Series presents Holiday Pops Concert

Enjoy the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra - Holiday Pops Concert presented by the EMMA Concert Association at Lewis Auditorium at Flagler…

Dec 15 - Dec 16

Unity through the Nativity

Discover the beauty of unity as you explore a collection of over 100 nativity scenes from diverse cultures around the…

Dec 15 - Dec 17

Saint Augustine Ballet presents Nutcracker Ballet

Saint Augustine Ballet presents the 15th annual Nutcracker Ballet. All of the Nutcracker characters will return to the stage for…

Free Movie Night: “Elf” at The AMP

Enjoy this holiday event at The AMP with a special holiday screening of the beloved film, “Elf.” Friends and family…

“Noches de Navidad” and Las Posadas at Mission Nombre de Dios

“Noches de Navidad” and Las Posadas at Mission Nombre de Dios Our Lady of La Leche invites you to experience…

APEX Theatre presents “It’s a Wonderful Life” Live from the Backyard Stage at The AMP

Apex Theatre Studio is thrilled to bring the cherished American holiday favorite, "It's A Wonderful Life," to the Backyard Stage…

Dec 20 - Dec 21

Christmas Fantastique 2023

Christmas Fantastique takes the audience along young Clara’s Christmas Eve dream as her toys come to life and she travels…

Discover more special events or tours during Nights of Lights.

More Merry & Bright Things to Do!

Nights of Lights

Nights of Lights begins November 18, 2023 and continues nightly through January 28, 2024.

Enjoy Plenty of Special Events during Nights of Lights

Holiday happenings you won’t want to miss during Nights of Lights.

Nights of Lights Tours

Enjoy the spectacular Nights of Lights tours and displays.

Top Holiday Performances and Concerts for 2023

Let us entertain you this season with live music, dance, drama and all kinds of magical events.

Holiday Happenings at St. Augustine Beach–and Beyond

Head for St. Augustine Beach for some pre-holiday cheer.

What’s Open for Christmas?

Looking for something to do on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?

Ring in the New Year on Florida’s Historic Coast

New Year’s Eve Events

From the renowned Nights of Lights to fireworks at the beach, here are the top ways to ring in 202…

Dec 1 - Jan 31, 2024

Living Light BioTours: Kayak Bioluminescent Guana Lake at Night

Guana Lake Dam 505 Guana River Rd. Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 904-701-03272

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Occurs nightly, does not operate in temperatures below 55, full refunds when canceled due to weather

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Dec 1 - Dec 31

Nights of Pints 2023

Ancient City Brewing 18 Cathedral Pl St. Augustine, FL 32084

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Dec 1 - Jan 28, 2024

Nights of Lights — Glitter Package — Dinner Cruise

St. Augustine Sailing 3076 Harbor Drive St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 829-0648

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Every Day

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Dec 1 - Jan 28, 2024

World Famous Nights of Lights with Red Boat Tours

Vilano Beach Fishing Pier 260 Vilano Road Vilano Beach, FL 32084 (904) 436-3566

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Every night from 11/18 through 01/28

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Dec 1 - Jan 28, 2024

Nights of Lights GROUP Carriage Ride

The Tasting Tours 88 Riberia St., Ste 250 St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 325-3911

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Dec 1 - Jan 28, 2024

Nights of Lights — Shared Experience

St. Augustine Sailing 3076 Harbor Drive St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 829-0648

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Every Day

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Dec 1 - Jan 28, 2024

Nights of Lights EV Ride — presented by GhoSt Augustine

Beerhammer's GhoST Augustine 162 St. George St., Ste 19 St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 687-1118

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Dec 1 - Jan 28, 2024

Nights of Lights — Twinkle Package

St. Augustine Sailing 3076 Harbor Drive St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 829-0648

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Dec 1 - Jan 7, 2024

Nights of Lights Aboard the Schooner Freedom

Schooner Freedom Charters 111 Avenida Menendez St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 810-1010

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Dec 1 - Jan 5, 2024

History and Art, a Holiday Décor Exhibition at Ximenez-Fatio House Museum

Ximenez-Fatio House Museum 20 Aviles St. St. Augustine, FL 32084

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Dec 1 - Jan 1, 2024

The Very Un-Merry GrinchMas Ride

The Tasting Tours 88 Riberia St., Ste 250 St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 325-3911

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Dec 1 - Dec 24

Nights of Lights ‘BAH HUMBUG’ Scrooge Ride

The Tasting Tours 24 Cathedral Place #505 St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 325-3911

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