November 11 Santa's Grand Arrival Parade Join us for a merry celebration along N. Cattlemen Rd. as the street comes alive with the sights and sounds of the season. Delight in an entertaining evening featuring Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade, the first light show of the season, a dazzling fireworks display, after-party performance by We The Kings, and so much more! 6-10PM
November 25 Light Up the Village Holiday Parade Santa will arrive at the Siesta Center immediately following the parade to greet children. Photos may be taken with Santa, free of charge. Gift bags provided for the first 250 kids to visit Santa.
November 25 Venice Holiday Parade Pre-parade entertainment begins at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 25 at Harbor Drive and Venice Avenue and at Nokomis and Venice avenues. Music begins to fill the air, the lighting of the downtown holiday decorations begin to sparkle with the sunset and the fun is just beginning.
December 2 Sarasota Holiday Parade Happy Holidays Around The World. See 4000 participants including lighted floats, high school marching bands. The parade will begin at Main Street and U.S. 301 in downtown Sarasota. The parade will end at J.D. Hamel Park at Main Street and Gulfstream Avenue.
December 2 Venice Christmas Boat Parade Venice, with its miles of intracoastal waterway, offers superb areas for viewing the parade. Because of the close proximity of the spectators to the actual parade boats, we are one of the best viewed parades on the coast. 6PM
December 2 Poinsettia Parade and Festival, The Poinsettia Festival will feature the annual tree lighting ceremony as well as mobile food vendors, entertainment, attractions, merchandise vendors, and much more.4 – 8 p.m. North Port City Hall
December 2 Tampa Bay's Santa Fest, Tree Lighting and Parade The 2023 Santa Fest returns to Curtis Hixon followed by the annual Tampa Tree Lighting. After the parade thru downtown, come by Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park for Santa Fest entertainment and activities 1-4 p.m. Stay for Tampa's Tree Lighting ceremony at 6-6:30 p.m. See Mayor Castor and Santa Claus light up the tree.
December 9 AMI Privateers Children's Christmas Parade & After Party with Santa! Immediately following the Parade, the Children's After Party with Santa will be happening at the Holmes Beach City Field. Parents, please bring your kids by for a visit and gift from Santa, along with a hot dog lunch courtesy of the Anna Maria Island Privateers
December 9 Manatee River Boat Parade As the county’s largest holiday event of the year, thousands of area residents and traveling spectators flock to the river to experience the magic. 6PM
Florida Studio Theatre presents Deck the Halls A brand-new rendition of everything that makes Christmas and Hanukkah in Sarasota special. With all-new songs and sketches, Deck the Halls gets audiences ready to celebrate the holidays, Florida style! Weekends starting November 25 through December 24th. Reserve tickets in advance!
A Brave New Wonderland Through breathtaking performances and a magical circus tale... “A Brave New Wonderland” featuring Nik Wallenda will transport audiences into a captivating odyssey unveiling the true essence of the holiday season. Select days November 18-December 31. Purchase your tickets HERE
December 8-9 The Nutcracker Venice Performing Arts Center A chance to experience the timeless story of Clara and her adventures with The Nutcracker!
December 16 and 17 The Singing Christmas Tree Our 5th annual Singing Christmas Tree will present the new musical “Celebrate the Savior,” featuring your favorite carols and a beautiful story of faith and forgiveness. Dec 16 at 6:30pm and Dec 17 at 3:30pm
December 17-18 The Nutcracker Sarasota Opera House A chance to experience the timeless story of Clara and her adventures with The Nutcracker!
November 11 Kirkwood Christmas Market Kirkwood Church also invites you and your friends to join us in person on November 11th, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., for the 28th Annual Christmas Market at 6101 Cortez Road West, Bradenton, FL 34210!
November 16 & December 21 Holiday Night Market at UTC Shop 40+ local vendors while enjoying live music, seasonal sips & bites under the holiday lights. 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | The Green at UTC
November 25 Atomic Holiday Bazaar Come shop with the Atomic Misfit Makers who have been working their brains, eyeballs and hands to the bone to bring you their best and most amusing creations for your holiday shopping adventures. Noon-5:30PM
December 2 Streets of Paradise Holiday Market With 30 vendors, food, music, over 50 raffle and auction items, and countless handmade gifts perfect for the holiday season, we guarantee you'll find something special. 2-7PM
December 2 Geraldson's Christmas Market Join the "farmily" for our 4th annual Christmas Market! We will have awesome local vendors, amazing food trucks, fun live music, festive photo opps, and farm tours!
December 2 and 3 Holiday of the Arts Festival Come enjoy browsing and purchasing fine arts and crafts from a fascinating and diverse palette of original, handmade arts, crafts and specialty products by artisans from across America
December 2 and 3 Jingle Jam at Cool Today Park Holiday Market, Horse and Carriage Rides, Kids’ Crafts and Activities, Family Events and Contests, Holiday Themed Carnival Games, Live Music, and Appearances by Santa & Mrs. Claus. Sat. December 2: 10am-7pm Sun. December 3: 10am-8pm
December 3 Winter Market This is a free event for the community! Come join us for all your holiday shopping needs! The Achievement Center 9AM-2PM
December 9 Dakin the Halls Come out with the whole family and enjoy a market full of LOCAL vendors and shop for all your hoilday gifts in one spot! While the kids enjoy the farm and farm animals!
December 16 Parrish Small Business Market Find something for everyone on your list while supporting local! Enjoy gifts, treats and Santa! 10AM-2PM
