Immerse yourself in the festive fun of Sanford with our holiday guide. For Sanford devotees and casual tourists alike, our guide is your passport to holiday adventures.
One of the standout experiences this season is the Dazzling Lights at Leu Gardens, where beautifully illuminated displays create a magical atmosphere throughout the gardens. In addition to this enchanting attraction, Holiday Nights at Island H2O Water Park offers thrilling water rides enhanced with seasonal decorations and entertainment. And the Light Up Sanford – Tree Lighting Ceremony is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it showcases the community's spirit with music and lights. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Sanford
- Dazzling Lights at Leu Gardens (Orlando)
- Holiday Nights at Island H2O Water Park (Kissimmee)
- Light Up Sanford – Tree Lighting Ceremony
- Sanford Christmas Fest
- Christmas in the Park (Winter Park)
- Light Up Eustis (Eustis)
See these and even more events listed below!
Sanford Holiday Light Displays
Dazzling Lights at Leu Gardens
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday light experience with interactive installations.
Description:
Dazzling Nights at Leu Gardens features over a million lights, interactive installations, and live entertainment, transforming the gardens into a vibrant holiday experience.
Where: Orlando | More Info: Dazzling Lights at Leu Gardens
Light Up Sanford – Tree Lighting Ceremony
What to Expect:
Traditional Christmas tree lighting in historic downtown area.
Description:
Join us in Downtown Sanford as we light the tree and kick off the holiday season with a festive celebration at Magnolia Square.
Where: Sanford | More Info: Light Up Sanford – Tree Lighting Ceremony
Light Up Eustis
What to Expect:
Community tree lighting and festive activities.
Description:
The 36th Annual Light-Up Eustis is a family-friendly event held in Ferran Park, featuring food and craft vendors, free Santa pictures, and a ceremonial tree lighting.
Where: Eustis | More Info: Light Up Eustis
Sanford Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas in the Park
What to Expect:
Illumination of historic Tiffany windows with live music performance.
Description:
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art presents Christmas in the Park, a free event where six leaded-glass Tiffany windows are illuminated in Central Park. The Bach Festival Choir and Brass Ensemble perform a concert, highlighting the windows' memorials and religious themes.
Where: Winter Park | More Info: Christmas in the Park
Sanford Other Holiday Activities
Holiday Nights at Island H2O Water Park
What to Expect:
Season passes with souvenir drink bottles and exclusive events.
Description:
Island H2O Water Park offers a unique holiday celebration with special season passes, souvenir drink bottles, and exclusive events like Tailgate Weekends and Eras Splash Bash.
Where: Kissimmee | More Info: Holiday Nights at Island H2O Water Park
Sanford Christmas Fest
What to Expect:
Self-guided walking tour of historically decorated homes with live entertainment and refreshments.
Description:
Explore beautifully decorated homes in Sanford's historic neighborhoods, Mayfair and the Historic District, during the 35th Annual Holiday Tour of Homes. Each home showcases unique holiday cheer and seasonal splendor, from quaint historic cottages to modern designs. Enjoy the warm atmosphere, sweet treats, and meet local artisans at the Holiday Market in Magnolia Square.
Where: Sanford | More Info: Sanford Christmas Fest
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Deltona (7 miles)
- Alafaya (17 miles)
- Apopka (17 miles)
- Orlando (19 miles)
- Pine Hills (20 miles)
- Port Orange (29 miles)
- Daytona Beach (32 miles)
- Kissimmee (35 miles)
- The Villages (43 miles)