Holiday Events In & Around Jacksonville

Ultimate Holiday Guide 2016

There is always something exciting to see and do in Jacksonville and the holidays are no exception! If you’re looking for fun, family-friendly and festive events on the First Coast this holiday season look no further than our Guide to Holiday Events in Jacksonville 2016. Here you will find all of the best tree lighting ceremonies, Santa visits, Gingerbread House making events, light displays, boat parades, holiday shows and everything you need for a holly jolly holiday season. Be sure to check back throughout the season for updated holiday events.

This year we made things a little easier for you and created posts to help you find exactly what you are looking for! From tree lightings, breakfast with Santa and holiday shows, this will be your BEST resource for all things Holiday! Of course, all of our events are also listed on our Events Calendar where you can see what’s going on just for the day or week. Did we miss an event? Let us know by emailing [email protected]. Check out all the categories to find what you are looking for!

Guide to Tree Lightings and Holiday Light Displays

The Jacksonville and North Florida area offer many tree lightings every year! Starting early in November, through Thanksgiving and up until Christmas, there’s sure to be a tree lighting event […]

Where to See Santa In & Around Jacksonville {Dining & Photos}

Jacksonville offers many opportunities to see Santa, whether for a timeless holiday photo or for a special meal or storybook tea. Special events feature Santa all around the First Coast […]

Guide to Holiday Parades In & Around Jacksonville

Nothing gets you in the holiday spirit more than a holiday parade! Jacksonville and the surrounding areas not only have a variety of parades, but also boat parades! JMB loves […]

Guide to Holiday Shows & Gingerbread Houses

Who doesn't love dressing up in holiday dresses and heading out on the town for dinner and a show? We have an incredible list of holiday shows, including several Nutcracker [...]

Guide to Winter Festivals & Special Holiday Events

We are so lucky that Jacksonville offers so many fun winter festivals during the holiday season! Some of JMB’s top picks include Dickens on Centre in Amelia Island, Enchanted Christmas, […]

Guide to Holiday Fun Runs in Jacksonville

Lace up your running shoes and tie them with some jingle bells! Ready to run for the holidays? There are plenty of season-theme holiday runs in Jacksonville and the First […]

Did we miss an event? Please comment below or email us at [email protected] if you know of or have an event you would like us to include!

Thank you to Enchanted Christmas for partnering with Jax Moms Blog to create this guide!

A special thanks to Sassy Ink Design Studio for creating the images for this guide.

Vicky Lane
Vicky Lane is the co-owner and co-founder of Jacksonville Mom (formerly Jax Moms Blog). Since 2012, she has been overseeing the content and technical side of Jacksonville Mom. In this role, she manages over 30 writers and works closely with the managing editor to provide the most relevant content for the Jacksonville parenting community. In her previous career, Vicky obtained her Masters in Education and served as University Registrar at the University of North Florida. Wife to adoring husband John, her love for all things “Mom” began in 2010 when their son Brendan was born. Vicky chose to put her full-time career in higher education on hold to spend time with her new baby, giving her a new respect for motherhood and parenting. In June 2012, John and Vicky welcomed sweet Audrey to the family. Vicky has created an amazing circle of Moms who are continuously seeking new ways to enrich their children’s lives in and around Jacksonville. Being part of the creation of an online parenting resource and small business that serves the great Jacksonville area has allowed her to flourish in a successful career while remaining present for her family.

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