Holiday lights · FL

Christmas lights & holiday events in Florida

Florida's Christmas is warm and breezy, with lights reflecting off rivers and bays and historic districts glowing under palm trees.

Nights of Lights

Downtown lights St. Augustine, FL

The nation's oldest European-founded city covers its historic district in more than three million white lights each winter. The festival marked its 32nd season in 2025, and it is free to stroll.

Visiting: Lit nightly from mid-November through mid-January; expect heavy traffic on weekends and consider a trolley or boat tour.Official site →

Holiday Nights at Edison and Ford Winter Estates

Historic home tour Fort Myers, FL

The neighboring winter homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford are lit and decorated for evening tours. The 2025 season was the 50th edition of Holiday Nights.

Visiting: Held on most evenings from late November into early January; guided and self-guided options are offered.

Seasons, hours, tickets and prices change every year — always check the official site before you go.

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