St Johns Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in St Johns and surrounding areas
The holiday season arrives in St. Johns with streets and plazas adorned in Christmas lights and a schedule full of Christmas markets and holiday attractions near the RiverTown and St. Johns Town Center areas. Seasonal performances and community gatherings round out the festivities. Visitors can explore festive markets, enjoy family activities, and attend concerts and tree lightings where Santa visits and local vendors bring warmth and color to winter evenings.
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Christmas Lights
18 eventsMillions of white lights illuminating historic Spanish Colonial architecture.
Christmas Shows
11 eventsRock opera Christmas show with elaborate stage production
Christmas Markets
9 eventsDecorated lifeguard chair exhibit and artisan Christmas market
Christmas Activities
18 eventsCity-wide holiday light transformation ceremony
Editor's Picks (6)
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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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Light-Up! Night
(St. Augustine)
City-wide holiday light transformation ceremony
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve
(Jacksonville)
Rock opera Christmas show with elaborate stage production
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The Nutcracker
(Gainesville)
Classic Nutcracker ballet with live orchestra
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Cirque Dreams Holidaze
(Jacksonville)
Broadway-style holiday cirque spectacular with live music.
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Christmas Parties Near St Johns
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in St Johns.
Onslow County Republican Women's Club Annual Christmas Dinner
The Onslow County Republican Women's Club hosts its Annual Christmas Dinner each December....
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St Johns Christmas FAQ
The biggest events include neighborhood light displays, community craft fairs, and visits to nearby highlights like St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights and the Ancient City Farmstead Christmas Experience.
St. Johns is known for its tight-knit community celebrations, including home tours, local choir performances, and intimate neighborhood light displays that reflect the area’s family-friendly vibe.
Residential areas throughout St. Johns often decorate for the season, with some streets going all out—ask locals or check community boards for the most festive spots each year.
Look for holiday markets at community centers, churches, and schools in St. Johns; for more variety, visit the artisan and craft fairs in nearby St. Augustine’s historic district.
Enjoy free neighborhood light walks, community sing-alongs, and visits to local parks. Nearby, St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights is also free and offers a memorable evening out.
Families will enjoy local visits with Santa, holiday craft workshops, and easy walks to see neighborhood light displays. For more excitement, the Ancient City Farmstead’s Christmas Experience and St. Augustine’s festive markets are just a short drive away.