Last updated: November 22, 2024
Celebrate the season with your Sarasota neighbors! Our guide features all the community holiday events. Whether you're a native or exploring Sarasota anew, our guide unveils all the holiday festivities.
One highlight of the season is the 21st Annual "Lights in Bloom" at Selby Gardens, where dazzling displays light up the gardens, creating a magical evening for visitors of all ages. Additionally, the St. Armands Circle Holiday Night offers a charming atmosphere with festive lights, live music, and shopping experiences unique to the area. And don't forget the 50th Annual Singing Christmas Tree Spectacular, which showcases local talent in a festive performance to spread holiday cheer. Be sure to check out the rest of the page for more details on all the events!
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Holiday Light Displays
St. Armands Circle Holiday Night
The St. Armands Circle Holiday Night of Lights is a spectacular display of holiday lights and decorations that transform the park into a vibrant and festive atmosphere.
Selby Gardens 21st annual "Lights in Bloom"
Lights in Bloom features over two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of Selby Gardens in Downtown Sarasota.
Holiday Markets and Shopping
Sarasota Christmas Festival
The Sarasota Christmas Festival showcases a variety of seasonal activities, including live performances, crafts, and family-friendly entertainment. Local vendors offer unique gifts and delicious treats, while festive decorations create a lively atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy the cheerful spirit through various themed events and attractions that reflect the community's culture during this time of year.
Holiday Night Market at The Green at UTC
Join us every third Thursday of the month for the UTC Night Market at The Green at UTC, featuring live music by Tenille Arts, seasonal sips and snacks, and 40+ local vendors offering handcrafted goods and jewelry.
Holiday Shows and Entertainment
50th Annual Singing Christmas Tree Spectacular
This annual event features a towering tree composed of singers performing traditional and contemporary holiday music. Audiences are treated to an uplifting experience that blends songs with elaborate lighting and vocal performances, creating a vibrant atmosphere suitable for the entire family. The combination of joyful melodies and a striking visual display makes this celebration truly memorable.
Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade at UTC
Get ready to ring in the holiday season at Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade at UTC Enjoy a merry celebration featuring the first light show of the season, a grand parade along N. Cattlemen Rd., dazzling fireworks display, and special after-party performance by Cassadee Pope. Highlights include a special Veterans Day tribute at 5:45 p.m., gravity-defying tree lighting by Nik and Erendira Wallenda, and a parade with over 50 floats, marching bands, and dance troops, plus a special appearance by Santa Claus.
Other Holiday Activities
Breakfast with Santa at Applebee's
Have breakfast with Santa at Applebee's in Sarasota, where kids can enjoy a delicious meal and take pictures with Santa while writing out their holiday wishlists to benefit Selby Preschool.
Light Up Wellen Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration
Celebrate the holiday season with a spectacular line-up of Christmas sights and sounds in Downtown Wellen Park, featuring local schools and volunteer groups choir performances, photo ops with Santa, and a traditional tree lighting ceremony.
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