Christmas Events Happening in Southwest Florida

We’re almost half way through November which means… it’s almost time for Christmas!

I don’t know about you, but I am ready to put up the Christmas tree, wear matching pajamas with my loved ones, watch Christmas movies on repeat and drink hot chocolate (yes, even in Florida).  And of course, listen to all my favorite Christmas music on Sunny 106!

If you’re planning to participate in a few holiday festivities, we’ve put together a list with all of the events happening over the next several weeks here in Southwest Florida!

Make sure to check back again for the latest updates as this is an ongoing list.

Check out these Christmas Events Happening in Southwest Florida:

  • Fort Myers - Holiday Nights at Edison Ford Winter Estates

    Join us for the 47th celebration of Holiday Nights and see the homes and gardens decorated with thousands of lights!
    Holiday Nights runs through January 1 (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Night). Be sure to check the website to see the nightly schedule.
    There will be Santa visits, carolers, science shows and Inside-the-Homes tours on select nights. Lee County residents will receive $5 off admission on Sunday nights.
    $20 for adults, $10 for teens (13-19), $2 for children (6-12), and children 5 and under get in free.
    For more details, click here
  • Fort Myers - Santa at Bass Pro Shops

    Santa’s Wonderland is open now thru December 24, 2022 at Bass Pro Shops In Gulf Coast Town Center
    For more details, click here
  • Naples - Christmas Walk and Tree Lighting Ceremony

    5th Avenue South will be hosting the 49th annual Christmas Walk and Tree Lighting Ceremony! This will be a 2 day event on Friday, December 2nd and Saturday, December 3rd! This signature holiday event will feature live music, live art performances, festive food offerings, a market, and activities for all ages!
    There will be a Living Nativity, Skating Rink, table dining on 5th, live music and a special appearance by Santa Claus!!

    2 Day Event!
    -Friday, December 2nd: 5pm-10pm
    -Saturday, December 3rd, 10am-10pm

    Free to attend!
    *Lighting of the tree will be approximately 6pm on Friday, December 2nd

    For more details, click here

  • Fort Myers - Annual Holiday Tree Lighting

    Mark your calendars for the Annual Bell Tower Tree Lighting, Friday December 2nd 6pm-8pm!

    Santa Claus will arrive to Bell Tower at 6:30 p.m. in a South Trail Fire Department fire truck at the main entrance near Grimaldi’s and Blue Pointe.

    Following his arrival, the festivities will commence in Center Court with a special tree lighting ceremony and a meet-and-greet with Santa Claus, ideal for holiday photo opportunities. Filled with holiday cheer and decor, center court will also feature a bounce house, face painting and holiday games & activities plus so much more!

    For more details, click here

  • Fort Myers - Holiday Lights at Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium

    Celebrate the Holidays at Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium with our Annual Holiday Lights Celebration!
    Join us December 9th to 23rd and 26th to 30th, 2022, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
    CNCP Members: FREE
    Non-Members: Adult $10 • Child 3-12 $5
    Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year in nature’s wonderland brimming with holiday cheer! Our 1/3-mile trail will be illuminated with twinkling lights. After walking the trail, cozy up to the fire or catch our special Holiday Laser Show in the Planetarium.
    For more details, click here
  • Cape Coral - Free Underwater Pictures With Santa

    Join us for FREE pictures underwater with Santa!
    This year we have upgrade our camera setup, the pool, the backdrop and installed a heater!
    Ages 8 and up can be on SCUBA (No certification needed)
    Ages 7 and younger can snorkel with Santa!
    For more details, click here
  • Cape Coral - Pet Photos with Santa at Rotary Park

    Join us Saturday, December 3 from 10 am -12 pm to get a picture of your pet with Santa.
    *Bring your own camera to capture the perfect picture.
    For more details, click here
  • Cape Coral - Reindeer Run 5K & Family Fun Run

    Join us for the 1st Annual Reindeer Run 5K & Family Fun Run! This event includes a 5K run and 1.5 mile family fun run/walk on Saturday, December 10 at Coral Oaks Golf Course. The event is a family friendly fun run so come dressed in your holiday spirit! The run will be on the cart path through the golf course, so it is a stroller/family friendly course. Walking entrants are welcome. The first 300 participants to register will receive a medal.
    Address: 1800 NW 28th Ave Cape Coral, FL 33993
    Check-in: 4:00 PM
    5K Race Time: 5:00 PM
    Fun Run/Walk Start Time: 6:00 PM
    For more details, click here
  • Fort Myers - Deck The Halls at Barbara B. Mann PAH

    Celebrate the spirit of the season with this annual holiday tradition! The Gulf Coast Symphony is joined by the Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers, plus the Kellyn Celtic Arts Dance Academy, and, of course, Santa! The festive sounds of the season ring through the Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall, as the Gulf Coast Symphony presents your most favorite symphonic pops holiday medleys. From Leroy Anderson’s endearing Sleigh Ride, a medley of music from Christmas movie classics, to the Mannheim Steamroller Silent Night, and much, much more! Deck the Halls is your favorite Southwest Florida holiday tradition, perfect­ for the whole family!

    For more details, click here

  • Fort Myers - Nutcracker! Magic of Christmas Ballet at Barbara B. Mann PAH

    This Christmas, bring the whole family back to a simpler time with NUTCRACKER! Magic of Christmas Ballet! The acclaimed holiday tradition is LIVE in theaters for the 30th Anniversary tour. Gather friends and family to re-live your fondest childhood dreams, overflowing with larger-than-life puppets, breath-taking acrobatics and dazzling costumes. Experience the exquisite artistry of the international cast, featuring stars of Ukraine ballet, performing at the highest level of classical technique. Share in the message of Peace and Harmony and get tickets now at nutcracker.com!

  • North Fort Myers - Breakfast with Santa

    Join us for some holiday fun!
    The morning will include a continental breakfast, a holiday craft, letters to Santa
    and a picture with Saint Nick himself!
    PRE-REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED. $3 per person, please call (239) 533-7200 to register.
    For more details, click here
  • Cape Coral - Breakfast with Santa

    Coral Oaks Golf Course

    Come and Bring the family for a delicious breakfast and the kids get to meet SANTA!
    $15. per Adult
    $10. per child and 2 and under FREE

    For more details, click here

  • Fort Myers - HOWLiday Yappy Hour at Bell Tower Shops

    You’re invited to bring your friends and canine companions EVERY month to Yappy Hour from 6pm – 8pm in Center Court.
    Join us Friday, December 9th for our HOWLiday Yappy Hour! featuring selfies with Santa!
    Mingle with fellow dog lovers at this exclusive FUNdraising event benefiting Gulf Coast Humane Society. Sip, snack, and stroll our beautiful shops. Many of our retailers will also have special Yappy Hour surprises for both you and your furry friends.
    For more details, click here
  • Marco Island - Christmas Street Parade

    Saturday, December 10th, 2022
    6:30pm-8:30pm
    Free to attend!
    *Parade begins at Balfour and San Marco Road and will end at San Marco and Barfield.
    San Marco Road is lit up every year for the annual Marco Island Street Parade! The parade will feature floats, marching bands, music, costumes, candy and Santa Claus!
    For more details, click here
  • Cape Coral - Holiday Craft Fair

    Join us for an Indoor Holiday Craft Fair at Lake Kennedy Center on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 9:00am-1:00pm.
    Vendors are $25 per spot and shopping is free.
    For more details, click here
  • Lehigh Acres - Winter Wonderland

    Celebrate the season with Santa at Veterans Park Recreation Center.

    Come join us for a magical Winter Wonderland event! Children can write letters to Santa, make holiday crafts, play games and use the photo booths for family holiday photos. Mr. and Mrs. Clause will arrive and children can put in their wish list in person and receive a gift. Hot cocoa & Cookies, dancers and a tree lighting will spread the holiday cheer!

    For more details, click here

  • Marco Island - Canine Christmas Parade

    Tuesday, December 6th, 2022
    5:30pm-7:30pm
    Free! No entry fee! All friendly dogs are welcome!
    Marco Island’s Christmas Island Style will be hosting their Canine Christmas Parade! Owners and their canine companions compete for the most festive attire! Live music, and prizes will be awarded!
    For more details, click here
  • Bonita Springs - Holiday In The Park

    Tuesday, December 6th, 2022
    4:30pm-8:30pm
    Everything is free!!!
    *Tree lighting will be at dusk.
    ***NO PETS ALLOWED!*
    The City of Bonita Springs will be hosting their annual Holiday in the Park event at Riverside Park! Come enjoy the sounds of the season featuring a visit from Santa, a snow slide, snow flurries in the park, kid-friendly activities, musical and dance performances! Food and beverages will also be available for purchase.
    For more details, click here
  • Marco Island - Christmas Tree Lighting

    Saturday, December 3rd, 2022
    6pm-9pm
    Free to attend! Please bring your own chair or blanket to sit on.
    Join Marco Island as they light the Island’s Christmas Tree in this annual event at Veterans Park! There will be plenty of live music, performances, songs, food and beverages for purchases, and the lighting of the tree! This event always draws a very large crowd so be sure to come early to obtain a good seat for the shows!
    For more details, click here
  • Naples - Santa Paws

    Saturday, December 10th, 2022
    12pm-2pm
    Free!
    Third Street South will have Santa Claus available for photos with your well behaved pets!
    Bring your pet on its leash and pose with jolly Old St. Nick for a treasured memory. Professional photographer not on site, please bring your own camera.
    For more details, click here
  • Fort Myers - 16th Annual Festival of Trees

    Come see the beautifully decorated trees at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center for the 16th Annual Festival of Trees. $2 admission or bring an unwrapped toy for the toy tree which will be donated to Golisano Children’s hospital. You may win your favorite tree and all the gifts with it. Raffle tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25. Proceeds support the SBDAC and Goodwill SWFL. 

    For more details, click here

     

     

  • Fort Myers - Santa's Block Party

    SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2022 AT 10 AM – 2 PM

    Come out to Santa’s Block Party 2022 in front of the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center downtown Ft. Myers. Santa will arrive by Fire Truck. Children’s workshop bags include crafts, crayons and a coloring book, a Publix decorate a cookie kit, a toy, candy and a ticket to ride the Holiday Express train. Bags are only $6 each. Tables will be set out on First Street for families to work together on crafts. Kits can also be brought home. There will be music and tons of outdoor entertainment. Additional train rides are available for $2 each. After the fun, come in for a photo with Santa, view the trees and get your raffle tickets. You may be a lucky winner of a beautifully decorated tree with tons of prizes! 

  • Naples - Christmas Boat Parade

    A Naples favorite holiday tradition ~ MIACC’s Christmas Boat Parade on Naples Bay, December 10th!!!
    Entry Forms available at MIACC.org or email: [email protected]
    The parade may be viewed from: Naples City Dock (ticketed), Pinchers Tin City, Riverwalk Restaurant, Naples Landing, Kelly’s Fish House, The Boat House on Naples Bay, and Bayview Park

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