Plan your holiday fun in North Port with our detailed guide. For those who call North Port home and those just visiting, this guide showcases the city's festive charm.
Popular events add a special touch to the season, such as the Pensacola Winterfest, where enchanting light displays and holiday-themed activities create a winter wonderland. Additionally, the 49th Annual Edison and Ford Holiday Nights features beautifully decorated historic estates that capture the spirit of the season. And the Crestview Christmas Parade is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a lively procession filled with festive floats and cheerful music. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around North Port
- 49th Annual Edison and Ford Holiday Nights (Fort Myers)
- Pensacola Winterfest (Pensacola)
- Crestview Christmas Parade (Crestview)
- Mount Dora Christmas Walk (Mount Dora)
- Main Street Christmas Tree Lighting (Alachua)
- UTC Christmas Parade (Sarasota)
- Sahib Shrine Circus and Family Festival (Sarasota)
- Sarasota Medieval Fair (Sarasota)
- Lighting of the Village (Punta Gorda)
- North Jetty food truck rally (Nokomis)
See these and even more events listed below!
North Port Holiday Light Displays
49th Annual Edison and Ford Holiday Nights
What to Expect:
Historic estate transformed into a holiday spectacle with guided and self-guided tours.
Description:
The 49th Annual Edison and Ford Holiday Nights features thousands of lights, hundreds of historic decorations, and a unique holiday experience. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, self-guided tours, and special inside-the-homes tours. The event includes live music, children's activities, and a festive atmosphere.
Where: Fort Myers | More Info: 49th Annual Edison and Ford Holiday Nights
Lighting of the Village
What to Expect:
Synchronized lighting of historic village buildings.
Description:
The Lighting of the Village is an annual event featuring beautifully illuminated streets and buildings, creating a stunning visual display that attracts visitors from across the region.
Where: Punta Gorda | More Info: Lighting of the Village
St. Armands Circle Holiday Event
What to Expect:
60-foot tall Christmas tree lighting with live performances.
Description:
St. Armands Circle Holiday Night of Lights features a 60-foot tall Christmas tree lighting, live performances, and activities including a Christmas carol sing-along and Santa's arrival. The event also includes photos with Santa, letters to Santa, and shopping discounts at local stores.
Where: Sarasota | More Info: St. Armands Circle Holiday Event
North Port Holiday Markets and Shopping
Mount Dora Christmas Walk
What to Expect:
Family-friendly street party with extended shopping hours.
Description:
Mount Dora Christmas Walk is a family-friendly street party featuring music and shopping, with shops open until 9 PM. Visit Sunset Park to enjoy the Main Street Leasing Christmas Tree and the Mount Dora Boating Center & Marina display.
Where: Mount Dora | More Info: Mount Dora Christmas Walk
North Port Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Pensacola Winterfest
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday trolley tours with festive activities.
Description:
Pensacola Winterfest transforms downtown Pensacola into a vibrant holiday destination with over half a million white lights, live performances, holiday trolley tours, snow cascades, and appearances by Santa Claus and beloved holiday characters.
Where: Pensacola | More Info: Pensacola Winterfest
Sarasota Medieval Fair
What to Expect:
Full-contact jousting and human combat chess tournaments.
Description:
The Sarasota Medieval Fair is a recreation of a medieval village with festive performers, crafts, demonstrations, games, rides, and food. It features exciting tournaments, scrumptious feasts, and family-friendly shows on 11 stages. Enjoy Celtic music, artisan marketplace with over 100 shops, and hearty ales from English pubs.
Where: Sarasota | More Info: Sarasota Medieval Fair
Sahib Shrine Circus and Family Festival
What to Expect:
Family-friendly circus performances with international talent.
Description:
The Sahib Shrine Circus and Family Festival features an international all-star cast performing thrilling acts and entertaining the entire family at the Sahib Shrine Event Center.
Where: Sarasota | More Info: Sahib Shrine Circus and Family Festival
Charlotte Players present No Sex Please: It's Christmas
What to Expect:
Hilarious 1960s-set holiday play with comedic twists.
Description:
Charlotte Players present "No Sex Please: It's Christmas," a hilarious holiday play set in the 1960s, where a developer and builder invite prospective buyers to spend the holidays in "THE HOUSE OF THE FUTURE."
Where: Punta Gorda | More Info: Charlotte Players present No Sex Please: It's Christmas
North Port Other Holiday Activities
Crestview Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Santa-themed floats and community participation.
Description:
The Crestview Christmas Parade features creative floats, costumes, and displays inspired by Santa's Workshop. The event includes a Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5 PM, followed by heartwarming carolers and a festive parade.
Where: Crestview | More Info: Crestview Christmas Parade
Main Street Christmas Tree Lighting
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activities with Santa and festive entertainment.
Description:
The Main Street Christmas Tree Lighting features a children's train, bounce house, arts and crafts, live music, carriage rides, free hot chocolate and popcorn, and the opportunity to take photos with Santa.
Where: Alachua | More Info: Main Street Christmas Tree Lighting
UTC Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Grand parade with spectacular light show and fireworks.
Description:
Join Santa Claus and local schools, clubs, and businesses for a merry celebration featuring a spectacular light show and dazzling fireworks display.
Where: Sarasota | More Info: UTC Christmas Parade
North Jetty food truck rally
What to Expect:
Family-friendly food truck rally with yard games and music.
Description:
The North Jetty Park Food Truck Rally is a family-friendly event series featuring food trucks, yard games, and music. It takes place every Friday from 5-9 PM at North Jetty Park, allowing families to relax and enjoy good food in a beautiful beach setting.
Where: Nokomis | More Info: North Jetty food truck rally
Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Holiday Events
What to Expect:
Vibrant holiday celebrations with diverse seasonal activities.
Description:
Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach offers a variety of holiday events, including 4th of July parties with fireworks, Halloween Notte for a spooky yet family-friendly experience, and stunning Florida-style light displays during winter. Spring brings the ultimate St. Patrick's Day street party, making each season unique and full of celebration.
Where: Punta Gorda | More Info: Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Holiday Events
Venice Holiday Parade
What to Expect:
Community-driven parade with diverse floats and local offerings.
Description:
The Venice Holiday Parade is a community event featuring nearly 100 floats, pre-parade entertainment, and festive activities along Venice and Nokomis avenues. It offers a variety of drinks and goodies for sale by local organizations, ensuring a fun experience for all ages.
Where: Venice | More Info: Venice Holiday Parade
Lakewood Ranch Holiday Parade
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday parade with festive floats and live music.
Description:
The Lakewood Ranch Holiday Parade is a vibrant celebration featuring decorated floats, lively marching bands, and special guest appearances by Santa Claus. It takes place on Main Street, showcasing the community's holiday spirit.
Where: Lakewood Ranch | More Info: Lakewood Ranch Holiday Parade
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- Port Charlotte (10 miles)
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- North Fort Myers (34 miles)
- South Bradenton (36 miles)
- Cape Coral (38 miles)
- Bradenton (38 miles)
- Fort Myers (38 miles)