Illustration of felt figures gathered around a table with a gingerbread house and a candy bowl in a cozy holiday room (The Great Homemade Christmas Cookie Challenge!)
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The Great Homemade Christmas Cookie Challenge!

Visitors stroll down Flagler Avenue to sample holiday cookie favorites and sweet creations from local restaurants, pubs, and merchants. Participants receive a map of host locations, recipe cards for each treat, and a box to carry their goodies home. At the end of the crawl, guests can cast their vote to crown the Best Christmas Cookie.

Fri, Dec 4, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

$15 for a red or green cookie passport. Limited day-of passports are available for cash only.

Hours

4:00 pm–8:00 pm; limited day-of passports available starting at 3:30 pm.

Food & Drink

Visitors can sample holiday cookie favorites and other creations from participating restaurants, pubs, and merchants.

Parking

Parking is available throughout the Flagler Avenue arts, entertainment, and shopping district, including pocket lots, side streets, and behind many local businesses.

Location

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Flagler Avenue · Flagler Avenue, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Cookie lovers and families

Vibe

Sweet and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Pre-purchase your cookie passport through Eventbrite to reserve your participation because the event may sell out.
  • If buying a passport on the day, bring cash and go to the Welcome Tent at S. Cooper Street and Flagler Avenue.
  • Use the provided map to find the host locations, and bring the cookie box included with your passport for your treats.
  • Allow time to stroll between cookie stops and cast your vote for the Best Christmas Cookie at the end.
  • Look for parking in pocket lots, side streets, and behind businesses throughout the Flagler Avenue district.

Links & Contact

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Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a cookie passport include?

It includes multiple cookie stops, a recipe card for each cookie, a take-home cookie box, and a map of host locations; you can also vote for the Best Christmas Cookie.

Should I buy my passport in advance, and are any available on the day?

Pre-purchase through Eventbrite to reserve your participation, as the event may sell out. A limited number of day-of passports are available for cash at the Welcome Tent at S. Cooper Street and Flagler Avenue.

What kinds of treats can I sample?

You can sample holiday cookie favorites and other creations from local restaurants, pubs, and merchants.

Where can I park?

Parking is available throughout the Flagler Avenue arts, entertainment, and shopping district, including pocket lots, side streets, and behind local businesses.

What else is happening on Flagler Avenue that day?

The separate 39th Annual Light Up Flagler Avenue takes place the same day, with Santa photos, the Crazy Cart Pop-Up Parade, a Paw Parade, and other festivities.

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