Holiday Events in Florida
One of the best things about celebrations in Florida is that they’re massive events with food, festivals, and more. Because of the gorgeous weather year-round, Florida has year-round events especially at holiday celebration times.
Events
April 20, 2019
Location: Lake Eola Park, Orlando, Florida
Presented by Vegetarians of Central Florida, this is a great way to celebrate Earth Day with the whole family. Here you will find Speakers, Food Preparation Demonstrations, Environmental Education, Humane Education, Earth Kids Zone, Food, Artist Corner, Animal Haven, Music on hybrid and acoustic stages, Mind Body Spirit, lots of other Activities, and many Earth-friendly Sponsors and Vendors.
July 3, 2019
Location: Liberty Park and Wallace Brooks Park, Inverness, Florida
Inverness offers two great ways to celebrate Independence Day! Patriotic Evening is an adults only event that offers lots of food and drinks plus adult activities. Rock the Park is a kids friendly event perfect for the whole family. Both parks offer spectacular views of the fireworks show over Lake Henderson.
July 3, 2019
Location: Crane's Roost Park, Altamonte Springs, Florida
This is one of the best Independence Parties in Central Florida hosted by The City of Altamonte Springs and XL 106.7 FM. It features tons of amazing music by popular music artists, plus great food and fireworks you don't want to miss!
July 4, 2019
Location: Sanibel Island, Florida
Enjoy Sanibel Island's amazing fireworks show from out in the waters of San Carlos Bay. Viewing the fireworks from the water will give you a uniquely Florida Independence Day celebration.
July 4, 2019
Location: Bayfront Park, Miami, Florida
This event is home to the largest fireworks display in Miami as well as 4th of July activities for people of all ages, food, and so much more!
July 4, 2019
Location: Naples Pier, Naples, Florida
Check out the Independence Day fireworks all along Naples Pier. The amazing fireworks display is musically choreographed to patriotic selections for a unique experience.
July 4, 2019
Location: Rockefeller Gardens and City Hall, Ormond Beach, Florida
Looking for fun for the whole family this Independence Day? Check out this fun-filled event that will feature Food, Fun, Festive Music & Fireworks!
August 16 - November 1, 2019
Location: Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World, Florida
During the Halloween season, Magic Kingdom shuts down to the regular public early to put on a festive party like no other! Disney characters help the whole family celebrate the holiday with special shows, candy, and tons of great decorations.
September 6 - November 2, 2019 (Select Nights)
Location: Universal Studios, Orlando, Florida
Universal famously throws one of the best Halloween parties in the world. This is a celebration for people who love the scary side of Halloween. Come ready for the scare of your life and an experience you won't soon forget!
November 27, 2019
Location: Mizner Park Amphitheater, Boca Raton, Florida
This event is a great way to kick off the holiday season with the whole family. Come for the tree lighting, stay for the carnival games, ice rink, the world's largest snowman, and tons of great live entertainment.
December 6 - 8, 2019
Location: Visual Arts Center, Punta Gorda, Florida
You support both local creators and the arts as a whole when you buy your Christmas essentials at this Christmas Market. You'll find everything from gifts and decorations to delicious holiday treats, all made by local artists.
December 6, 2019
Location: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, Tampa, Florida
Get ready for December with this beautiful tree lighting ceremony. The event includes a free movie in the park for you to enjoy with your loved ones.
December 6, 2019
Location: Downtown Tarpon Springs, Florida
There's Snow Place Like Tarpon Springs is a Christmas tree lighting to kick off the holiday season, but it's also so much more than that. You will also find hay rides, a snow play area, live music, a visit with Santa, an illuminate boat parade, and so much more.
December 7, 2019
Location: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, Tampa, Florida
Celebrate the holidays with a parade that starts at 11AM. Stick around for Santa Fest and fun for the whole family. The festival includes pictures with Santa, arts and crafts, and fun activities.
A well put together listing of events by city.
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