Jacksonville Beach Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Jacksonville Beach and surrounding areas
Jacksonville Beach sparkles this holiday season with coastal Christmas 2025 energy, combining beachside charm with traditional lights and activities near the pier and Jacksonville Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy Deck The Chairs Christmas Market, the St. Johns Town Center Holiday Spectacular, and Jacksonville Tuba Christmas 2025 for festive performances and unique Christmas markets. Stroll illuminated boardwalks, shop holiday booths, and savor seasonal entertainment under palm-lined streets where community events and family activities bring a warm, seaside twist to the festive season.
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Christmas Lights
17 eventsMillions of white lights illuminating historic Spanish Colonial architecture.
Christmas Shows
10 eventsRock opera Christmas show with elaborate stage production
Christmas Markets
8 eventsDecorated lifeguard chair exhibit and artisan Christmas market
Other Christmas Activities
17 eventsCity-wide holiday light transformation ceremony
Editor's Picks (6)
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve
(Jacksonville)
Rock opera Christmas show with elaborate stage production
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Light-Up! Night
(St. Augustine)
City-wide holiday light transformation ceremony
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Nights of Lights
(St. Augustine)
Millions of white lights illuminating historic Spanish Colonial architecture.
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St. Augustine's Nights of Lights
(St. Augustine)
Millions of lights illuminating the historic district
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Deck The Chairs Christmas Market
Decorated lifeguard chair exhibit and artisan Christmas market
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Cirque Dreams Holidaze
(Jacksonville)
Broadway-style holiday cirque spectacular with live music.
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Christmas Parties Near Jacksonville Beach
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Jacksonville Beach.
Onslow County Republican Women's Club Annual Christmas Dinner
Annual Christmas dinner and officer installation
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Jacksonville Beach Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas event is Deck The Chairs, a multi-week holiday light and arts display featuring decorated lifeguard chairs and performances at the Seawalk Pavilion. This event draws large crowds and includes a new Christmas Market component starting in 2025.
Jacksonville Beach celebrates the holidays with coastal-themed decorations, especially through Deck The Chairs, which highlights lifeguard chairs decorated in festive designs. This blend of beach culture and holiday spirit is a unique local tradition.
The Blackhawk Bluff neighborhood near Jacksonville Beach is well-known for its impressive drive-through light displays. Additionally, the area around the Seawalk Pavilion offers walkable light displays that are popular with families and visitors.
Local Christmas markets and artisan vendors can be found at the Deck The Chairs Christmas Market held at the Seawalk Pavilion. Other neighborhood markets near Jacksonville Beach also showcase local makers and seasonal crafts throughout the holiday season.
Free activities include visiting the Deck The Chairs light display and enjoying the decorated lifeguard chairs and performances. Driving through neighborhood light displays like Blackhawk Bluff is also free, making these great budget-friendly options.
Families will enjoy Deck The Chairs for its interactive arts programs and festive lights. The walkable displays and holiday performances provide engaging experiences for children, while nearby drive-through light displays offer a fun and easy way to enjoy the season together.