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November 29 - December 5

Alhambra Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carole

Based on Charles Dickens’ classic, this Alhambra favorite follows Ebenezer Scrooge on his extraordinary journey. With beloved characters like Marley, ...

Sweet Pete's Candy Santa's Sprinkle and Snap Photos with Santa

Santa is making a special stop at the Sweetest Destination on Earth! Bring the whole family to enjoy quality time ...

1912 Ocean Bar and Rooftop Teddy Bear Brunch by the Sea

Gather the family for Teddy Bear Brunch by the Sea at 1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop. Savor a three-course brunch ...

Christmas Made in the South

This is an event like no other. Amazing makers, outstanding art, unique gourmet food, and diverse entertainment to whet and ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Prime Osborn Convention Center: 1000 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Nerd Market 2026

Holiday Nerd Market is a free, community-run holiday market for nerd culture, now in its seventh year. Shop 40+ local ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Aloft Tapestry Park: 4812 Deer Lake Drive West, Jacksonville, FL 32246
  • Cost: Free (free time-slot ticket required)
  • Website: holidaynerdmarket.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Aboretum and Botanical Gardens Glowing Gardens

Experience the magic of the holidays at Glowing Gardens, back for its third year at JABG! Wander through the Arboretum ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1445 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Cost: See Website for Pricing
  • Website: jacksonvillearboretum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens ZOOLights

The magic of the holiday season is lighting up Jacksonville once again! After a three-year absence, ZOOLights returns to Jacksonville ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Members $20 | Non-Members $30
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Florida Theatre Presents: Home for the Holidays

Kick off the holiday season with an incredible night of music from four world-renowned artists! Home for the Holidays stars ...

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens ZOOLights

The magic of the holiday season is lighting up Jacksonville once again! After a three-year absence, ZOOLights returns to Jacksonville ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Members $20 | Non-Members $30
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Alhambra Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carole

Based on Charles Dickens’ classic, this Alhambra favorite follows Ebenezer Scrooge on his extraordinary journey. With beloved characters like Marley, ...

Doing Dishes Story Time Art: Things You Never Knew About Santa Claus

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

Alhambra Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carole

Based on Charles Dickens’ classic, this Alhambra favorite follows Ebenezer Scrooge on his extraordinary journey. With beloved characters like Marley, ...

BrewHound Dog Park and Bar Christmas Movie Extravaganza

Tis' the time of year to celebrate everything merry! join us every Wednesday & Thursday until Christmas for our Christmas Movie ...

  • 5:45 pm 
  • Location: BrewHound Dog Park + Bar: 1848 Kings Circle South, Neptune Beach, FL 32266
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Alhambra Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carole

Based on Charles Dickens’ classic, this Alhambra favorite follows Ebenezer Scrooge on his extraordinary journey. With beloved characters like Marley, ...

Paisley Grace Makery Toddler Time

Toddler Time is a sweet, creative morning designed just for our littlest makers! Each week, toddlers enjoy a short story ...

Cummer Museum Creative Kids: Holiday Ornament Painting

Discover something new at the Museum each month through art, gardens, and hands-on creativity. Designed for children in grades K ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens: 829 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  • Cost: Members $10 per child, Future Members $15 per child
  • Website: www.cummermuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Aboretum and Botanical Gardens Glowing Gardens

Experience the magic of the holidays at Glowing Gardens, back for its third year at JABG! Wander through the Arboretum ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1445 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Cost: See Website for Pricing
  • Website: jacksonvillearboretum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens ZOOLights

The magic of the holiday season is lighting up Jacksonville once again! After a three-year absence, ZOOLights returns to Jacksonville ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Members $20 | Non-Members $30
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Symphony Presents: Holiday Pops

The holidays truly begin with the Jacksonville Symphony’s treasured Holiday Pops! This spectacular tradition reunites the Symphony with star vocalists ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts 300 Water St #200, Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: my.jaxsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Alhambra Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carole

Based on Charles Dickens’ classic, this Alhambra favorite follows Ebenezer Scrooge on his extraordinary journey. With beloved characters like Marley, ...

Doing Dishes Story Time Art: Things You Never Knew About Santa Claus

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

North Florida School of Special Education Holiday on the Farm

Make a day out of Holiday on the Farm with family-friendly activities and holiday shopping from all student-made products!

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Delores Barr Weaver Therapeutic Equestrian Center: 223 Mill Creek Rod Jacksonville, FL 32211
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Mandarin Community Christmas Tree LIghting

Experience the magic of the holiday season at the historic Mandarin Community Club as we light Jacksonville's largest live-cut Christmas ...

Jacksonville Aboretum and Botanical Gardens Glowing Gardens

Experience the magic of the holidays at Glowing Gardens, back for its third year at JABG! Wander through the Arboretum ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1445 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Cost: See Website for Pricing
  • Website: jacksonvillearboretum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

East Pointe Church Walk Through Bethlehem

Shalom, friends! Walk Through Bethlehem will take you on a journey to the very first Christmas on the night that ...

Fathom Church Christmas in the Backyard

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Pre-register HERE for your free ticket (including a pizza & drink dinner plate) and join us for this awesome ...

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens ZOOLights

The magic of the holiday season is lighting up Jacksonville once again! After a three-year absence, ZOOLights returns to Jacksonville ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Members $20 | Non-Members $30
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Symphony Presents: Holiday Pops

The holidays truly begin with the Jacksonville Symphony’s treasured Holiday Pops! This spectacular tradition reunites the Symphony with star vocalists ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts 300 Water St #200, Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: my.jaxsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Alhambra Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carole

Based on Charles Dickens’ classic, this Alhambra favorite follows Ebenezer Scrooge on his extraordinary journey. With beloved characters like Marley, ...

Breakfast with Santa

The holiday season is a time for making memories, sharing laughter, and enjoying the simple joys of being together. This ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: New Mount Zion Church at Lonestar: 1238 Ballard Ridge Road, Jacksonville, FL 32211
  • Cost: $15.00
  • Website: givebutter.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island Holiday Breakfast with Santa

Children of all ages will delight in sharing their holiday wishes with Santa Claus while the whole family enjoys and ...

  • 8:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island: 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL 32034
  • Cost: $89 for ages 10 and older, $79 for ages 4-9. Kids ages 3 and under, complimentary.
  • Website: ritzcarltonameliaisland.ipoolside.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island Build a Gingerbread House

Gingerbread houses are a Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island tradition featured throughout the resort during the festive season. Families look forward to ...

City Bible Church Christmas in the City

Over 60 specially curated vendors to give you an incredible shopping experience. Join us for the Christmas in the City ...

Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens Holiday Market

Introducing the Holiday Market, the seasonal winter edition of the Museum’s Front Lawn Market series. This open-air market features local ...

Mandarin Market Holiday Extravaganza

Come out and join our Holiday Extravaganza while shopping with over 160 local vendors! We've got everything! Live DJ, Kid ...

North Florida School of Special Education Holiday on the Farm

Holiday magic meets heartwarming farm charm right on North Florida School of Special Education’s campus! Enjoy your time with holiday ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Delores Barr Weaver Therapeutic Equestrian Center: 223 Mill Creek Rod Jacksonville, FL 32211
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Town of Callahan Christmas Parade

This year's parade and craft fair is again hosted on Saturday, Dec 5th, by the West Nassau Historical Society, an ...

Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island Santa's Storybook Tea

Celebrate the season with a storybook reading by Santa and afternoon tea in a magical space adorned with holiday décor ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island: 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL 32034
  • Cost: $89 for ages 10 and older, $79 for ages 4-9. Kids ages 3 and under, complimentary.
  • Website: ritzcarltonameliaisland.ipoolside.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Vernon's First Coast Kitchen and Bar Teddy Bear Tea

Create lasting holiday memories with our Teddy Bear Tea at Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa. Delight in the cherished ...

Jax Cooking Studio: Classic Christmas Treats

Join us to learn how to give your favorite classic Christmas treats little upgrades to really wow your friends and ...

Beaches Town Center Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting

This FREE holiday event will be held where Atlantic Beach and Neptune Beach meet the beach. Jump on the hayride ...

Jacksonville Symphony Presents: Holiday Pops

The holidays truly begin with the Jacksonville Symphony’s treasured Holiday Pops! This spectacular tradition reunites the Symphony with star vocalists ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts 300 Water St #200, Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: my.jaxsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Historic Springfield Tree Lighting Ceremony and Lantern Parade

SPAR and Jacksonville Magazine are excited to bring you the annual Springfield Holiday Tree Lighting & Lantern Parade, Presented by ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Sesquicentennial Park - Springfield: 1527 North Main St., Jacksonville, FL 32206
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jax Holiday Night Market

The holiday season is here, and JAX NIGHT MARKET is bringing you THREE magical nights of holiday fun! Join us ...

Children's Miracle Network Festival of Lights 5k San Marco

The 31st Annual Festival of Lights 5K is a unique fundraising event that benefits Children’s Miracle Network of Northeast Florida ...

Jacksonville Aboretum and Botanical Gardens Glowing Gardens

Experience the magic of the holidays at Glowing Gardens, back for its third year at JABG! Wander through the Arboretum ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1445 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Cost: See Website for Pricing
  • Website: jacksonvillearboretum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

East Pointe Church Walk Through Bethlehem

Shalom, friends! Walk Through Bethlehem will take you on a journey to the very first Christmas on the night that ...

Green Cove Springs Christmas Parade

It's Official! The theme for the 2026 Green Cove Springs Christmas Parade is STARS, STRIPES & CHRISTMAS LIGHTS!

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens ZOOLights

The magic of the holiday season is lighting up Jacksonville once again! After a three-year absence, ZOOLights returns to Jacksonville ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Members $20 | Non-Members $30
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Palm Valley Light and Boat Parade

This spectacle of floating light covers over 7 miles of Palm Valley’s Intracoastal Waterway. It features a traditional parade experience ...

Jacksonville Symphony Presents: Holiday Pops

The holidays truly begin with the Jacksonville Symphony’s treasured Holiday Pops! This spectacular tradition reunites the Symphony with star vocalists ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts 300 Water St #200, Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: my.jaxsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
November 29 - December 5
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