St. Lucia Festival
Visitors can experience a traditional Lucia procession and listen to readings of the Santa Lucia and Tomten legends. The event features Swedish dessert and beverage samplings, musical entertainment, and displays of Swedish history and decorations. Guests can also view a giant Dala horse on site.
What to Expect
Swedish dessert sampling, a Lucia procession, and a giant Dala horse.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Sanford Lucia Festival
Food & Drink
The festival offers Swedish dessert and beverage sampling.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors interested in swedish holiday traditions
Vibe
Cultural and festive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 12 to 4 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Make time for both readings, the Santa Lucia legend with its Lucia procession and the Tomten legend, alongside the Swedish history and decoration display.
- Come with room for the Swedish dessert and beverage sampling, which is part of the festival along with music and the decoration displays.
- Look for the giant Dala horse while you're at the Museum of Seminole County History, and stay for the reading of the Tomten legend.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at the festival?
There's a reading of the Santa Lucia legend and a Lucia procession, plus a reading of the Tomten legend. You'll also find a Swedish history and decoration display, music and a giant Dala horse.
Is there food?
Yes, there's a Swedish dessert and beverage sampling.
What is St. Lucia's Day?
It's a holiday named after Saint Lucy of Syracuse, and Sweden celebrates it on December 13 as the Festival of Light. Before dawn, girls in white gowns and candle crowns wake their families with the Lucia song and serve coffee and saffron buns.
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