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Saint Johns County Public Library

Check the Saint Johns County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Jacksonville Public Library Children's Events

Check the Jacksonville Public Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Nassau County Public Library Events

Check the Nassau County Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Community First Igloo WinterFest

Winterfest is here! Mark your calendars for special holiday-themed skate sessions from Dec 19-Jan 4!

Sweet Pete's Candy 'Find Jollypop'

Jollypop, the sugared-up Elf-On-The-Shelf, is causing mischief and mayhem at our candy mansion! Visit Sweet Pete’s as many times as you’d ...

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens A Very Merry Breakfast

Kick off the holiday season with a magical morning at the Zoo! Join us for A Very Merry Breakfast with ...

GTM Research Reserve Beach Exploration

On the third Saturday of every month from 9-11am, join GTM Research Reserve volunteers for a beach walk. Learn about ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: gtmnerr.org
  • Category: Nature Events

Nassau County Annual Breakfast with Santa

​Get ready for a festive morning of fun, food, and holiday cheer! Join us for our 5th Annual Breakfast With ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 543350 US Highway 1, Callahan, FL 32011
  • Cost: Please bring one wrapped gift per child (under $20) to join the gift exchange
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Island Tour

Embark on an exceptional Cumberland Island Tour, a journey that unveils the captivating history and diverse wildlife of Amelia and ...

Annual Yulee Christmas Parade and Festival

Get ready, Yulee! The sweetest tradition of the season is back and this year’s theme is Candyland Christmas! What ...

Doing Dishes Story Time Art: "Tough Cookie”

This class is designed for you and your child to create our scheduled projects together. Smaller children will need guardians ...

Flight Adventure Park Jingle Jump

Join us on Saturday, December 20th from 10am–12pm for our 5th annual holiday Jingle Jump event! Fun on attractions, holiday ...

Jax On Ice

​​JAX Artist Walk on Ice is making its debut this winter, and it’s officially the coolest place to be! We can’t ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 718 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, Florida 32204
  • Cost: ​$17 + $1.50 fee + taxes
  • Website: www.jaxonice.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park Lakeside Nature Walk

Join the park Naturalist for a full tour of the largest lake in Hanna Park. The park naturalist will discuss ...

Lowes Kids Workshop: Sleigh Ride

Get ready to sleigh the season with Lowe’s Sleigh Ride Toy workshop! Mini-builders get to build and decorate their own ...

Mayport Waterfront Market

Mayport Waterfront Market, a vibrant new community market celebrating St. Johns River charm, local flavor, and rich heritage of the ...

Nassau County Animal Services Annual Christmas At The Park

We are thrilled to bring you this festive event, featuring local vendors, delicious food trucks, free pet adoptions, crafts for ...

Nocatee Farmers Market: Winterfest

Have some last-minute Christmas shopping to do? We’ve got you covered! The market will include over 70 local vendors offering ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 400 Nocatee Center Way, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Story and Song StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha

Join us at the store to listen to a story with Ms. Dearsha, our Director of Children’s Merchandise and Programming.

Jacksonville Historical Society Gingerbread Extravaganza

The 23rd Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza Experience will feature the beloved gingerbread exhibit—now in its new home at the Haskell Building ...

Sweet Pete's Hard Candy Cane Class

Join us and learn to make candy canes in this Christmas candy class. All guests will make four to seven ...

Pictures and Toy Giveaway with Santa

Join us for a festive and fun-filled day that's perfect for the whole family! Get ready to capture magical holiday ...

Skate Station Skate with the Mean One (Grinch)

Skate with the mean one! The Grinch!

The Florida Ballet Presents: Nutcracker in a Nutshell

12:00 pm: “Nutcracker in a Nutshell – Land of Sweets” is a sweet, abbreviated performance designed to introduce young children ...

Sweet Pete's Hard Candy Cane Class

Join us and learn to make candy canes in this Christmas candy class. All guests will make four to seven ...

Atlantic Beach Arts Market Kid's Art Class Ages 6-10

Let's celebrate December and get creative while building our community of young artists! In this class, we will explore various ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Atlantic Beach Arts Market, Inc. 1805 Mayport Rd Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
  • Cost: $40
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Sur la Table Family Fun Class: Holiday Cookie Decorating Ages 7+

In this festive, all-ages class, you’ll master the surprisingly simple decorating techniques for using royal icing to transform gingerbread ...

Vernon's First Coast Kitchen and Bar Teddy Bear Tea

Join us for the annual tradition of Teddy Bear Tea at Vernon's to kick off your Holiday Season. Enjoy tea ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Vernon's Sawgrass Marriott: 1000 Tournament Players Club Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
  • Cost: $55 Adult | $30 Child
  • Website: www.opentable.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Alhambra Theater Presents: Elf The Musical

Buddy, a young orphan and one of Santa elves is raised unaware that he is actually a human. With Santa’s ...

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Coastal Tour

This afternoon tour is a nice blend of history and nature, including a trip up Beach Creek with a beautiful ...

Jax Cooking Studio: Holiday Cupcakes

Join us in the studio for a fun afternoon learning how to make extraordinary holiday-themed cupcakes! Our pastry chef will ...

Jax Cooking Studio: Holiday Cupcakes

Join us in the studio for a fun afternoon learning how to make extraordinary holiday-themed cupcakes! Our pastry chef will ...

Creative Functions Kids Ugly Sweater Paint Party

Get ready to get festive and creative! Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and join us for an unforgettable afternoon filled ...

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Colors of the Wild

Colors of the Wild is back with an all-NEW collection of stunning lanterns you’ve never seen before! This year’s journey ...

Painting with a Twist San Marco Blacklight Family Fun

Paint and sip studio where guests drink wine and create art with guidance from artist-entertainers.

Pinspiration Santa's Workshop Kid's DIY Gift Making Workshop Ages 6+

Parents! This one’s for you! We are hosting a “Santa’s Workshop” for the kiddos to DIY their own gifts for ...

Ritz Theatre and Museum Presents: Sister Act Jr.

Based on the hit 1992 film and Tony-nominated Broadway musical, Sister Act JR. is the feel-good musical comedy that will ...

Crescendo Amelia Big Band Presents: How the Big Band Stole Christmas

Featuring over thirty world class performers in a classic big band setting including professional singers, entertainers, musicians, dancers, aerialists & ...

Geiger Pioneer Farm Christmas Days

Join us for Christmas Days at Geiger Pioneer Farm where we will celebrate the joy of the season with Story ...

Buchner's Bierhalle German Christmas Market

A Christmas market, also known as Weihnachtsmarkt, is a traditional German Christmas street market — and we’re bringing a little ...

Jacksonville Aboretum and Botanical Gardens Glowing Gardens

The Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is thrilled to be bringing back Glowing Gardens for its second year! This month-long ...

Run Santa Run 5k

Run Santa Run features a two loop 1.5 mile course filled with Christmas lights, inflatables, and music. Participants will make ...

The Link Kids Night Out: Winter Wonderland

Kids are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring a sleeping bag, blanket, and or a pillow for movie time! Food: Pizza ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Link: 425 Town Plaza Ave, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
  • Cost: Member $50 | Non Member $60
  • Website: app.thelink.zone
  • Category: Other

Jax City Ballet School Presents: The Nutcracker

The story of The Nutcracker is set in Germany in the early Victorian era. It features an eccentric uncle, Herr ...

Jax Parks Artist Walk on Ice Santa Claus Saturday

​​*Come See Santa!* JAX Artist Walk on Ice is making its debut this winter, and it’s officially the coolest place to be! ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 718 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, Florida 32204
  • Cost: ​$17 + $1.50 fee + taxes
  • Website: www.jaxonice.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

San Marco Luminaria Bike Ride

Gather your bicycle and friends to join your San Marco neighbors for a holiday ride around the community to see ...

We Rock the Spectrum Rockin' Reindeer Games Parent's Night Out

12 Reindeer... 12 Reindeer Games are ahead of us at this festive drop off event! Every reindeer registered will get ...

Crescendo Amelia Big Band Presents: How the Big Band Stole Christmas

Featuring over thirty world class performers in a classic big band setting including professional singers, entertainers, musicians, dancers, aerialists & ...

Sporting Club Jacksonville USL Super League vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC

Sporting Club Jacksonville USL Super League vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC

Alhambra Theater Presents: Elf The Musical

Buddy, a young orphan and one of Santa elves is raised unaware that he is actually a human. With Santa’s ...

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