Gainesville

Seasonal Day Trips

This page lists popular seasonal and holiday themed events within 100 miles from Gainesville, Florida.
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Ancient City Christmas Experience

Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida! Ancient City Farmstead is th ...

Saturday and Sunday, December 12-13 and Friday-Tuesday,...
Hours: Daily hours are 4:30 PM-9 pm
395 Saint Marks Pond Blvd, Saint Augustine, FL, 32095
Appleton Museum of Art Holiday Community Day

Spend a free, festive day at the museum at our annual Holiday Community Day, sponsored by Dr. Paul a ...

Saturday, December 5, 2026
Hours: 10 am- 5 pm
4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, 34470-5001
Appleton Museum of Art: Signing Santa: A Deaf-Friendly Holiday Event

Don’t miss the second annual Signing Santa: A Deaf-Friendly Holiday Event, featuring Santa and Mrs. ...

Sunday, December 6, 2026
Hours: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, 34470
Brown & Brown Farms: Fall Festival

Fall is almost here, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back to the farm! - 7 weekends - Fire ...

September 26-November 8, 2026
Hours: Sat: 10 am-8 pm | Sun: 11 am-6 pm
13940 US HWY 301, Oxford4484, FL, 34484
Busch Gardens Christmas Town

Celebrate the holidays with twinkling lights of every color, festive shows, and holiday-inspired cul ...

November 13, 2026-January 5, 2027
10165 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL
Central Florida Zoo Asian Lantern Festival

This holiday season, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will glow once again as it hosts th ...

November 13, 2026 – January 17, 2027
Hours: 6-10pm
3755 West Seminole Blvd, Sanford, FL, 32747
Christmas in Columbia Holiday Market

Get into the holiday spirit at our annual Holiday Market on Saturday, December 12, 2026, from Oluste ...

Saturday, December 12, 2026
Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
169 N Marion Ave, Lake City, FL, 32055-3916
Christmas Lane at Plant City Strawberry Festival Grounds

Step into over 1.5 million twinkling lights, larger-than-life festive displays, and 40+ years of unf ...

Open Thursdays–Sundays (November 27-December 13, 2026) ...
Hours: 6 pm-10 pm
2508 West Oak Ave, Plant City, FL, 33563
Cottom Farm's Christmas Village

Hayrides, Christmas Light Stroll & House Tours all included. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in the hou ...

See description for schedule
4650 Marion County Road, Weirsdale, FL, 32195
Crayola Experience Colorful Christmas

Deck the halls with tons of COLOR and enjoy holiday fun the Crayola way! Craft handmade gifts from t ...

November 21, 2026 - January 3, 2027
8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, 32809
Daytona International Speedway Magic of Lights

Magic of Lights is celebrating 10 dazzling years in Daytona! This drive-through holiday lights exper ...

November 20, 2026-January 2, 2027
Hours: Nightly: 6pm – 10pm | Nov 25-29: 7pm – 10pm
1801 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL, 32114
Dinosaur World Christmas

Experience the magic of Christmas at Dinosaur World! The park comes alive with the glow of miles of ...

November 27, 2026-January 3, 2027
Hours: See website for hours
5145 Harvey Tew Rd, Plant City, FL, 33565
Florida Manatee Festival

Located in the "Manatee Capital of the World", The Florida Manatee Festival is an annual event held ...

January 16-17, 2027
Hours: Saturday 9AM-5PM | Sunday 9AM-4PM
Downtown, Crystal River, FL, 34428
Florida Railroad Museum North Pole Express

Save the Dates—North Pole Express Tickets Are Coming Soon! The Florida Railroad Museum’s most mag ...

November 27–29 and select nights December 2–22
Hours: Trains depart at 5:15 pm and 7:15 pm
12210 83rd St E, Parrish, FL, 34219
Gatorland's Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-Down

December 5th through the 20th – Celbrate the season with a splash of sunshine and a whole lot of hol ...

December 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th, 2026
Hours: 10 am-5 pm
14501 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, 32837
Gaylord Palms ICE

Experience So Much Christmas with dazzling displays, tempting treats, holiday shows, and festive act ...

November 13, 2026 – January 3, 2027
6000 West Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, FL, 34746
Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens: Glowing Gardens

Glowing Gardens is more than just a light show — it's a celebration of community, nature, and the ho ...

Friday, November 27, 2026-Sunday, January 3, 2027
Hours: 5:30 pm-9:30 pm
1445 Millcoe Rd, Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Colors of the Wild

Colors of the Wild returns in 2027, transforming Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens into a glowi ...

Coming in February 2027!
370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL, 32218
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens ZOOLights

The holiday magic is BACK! After three years away, ZOOLights, presented by Community First Credit Un ...

Select dates November 20, 2026 through January 3, 2027
Hours: Timed Entry Slots: 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. and 7:30 to 9 p.m.
370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL, 32218
Kennedy Space Center Holidays in Space

Kennedy Under the Stars returns with holiday flair! On select nights in December, enjoy after-hours ...

December 20-30, 2026
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32899
Lake Asbury Baptist Church Walk Through Bethlehem

Step back in time and experience the story of Jesus’ birth through a guided tour of Bethlehem. Come ...

December 11-13, 2026
Hours: Friday: 6–9 PM, Saturday: 5–9 PM, Sunday: 5–9 PM
2674 Henley Rd, Green Cove Springs, FL, 32043
Lake City Light Up The Night Christmas Tree Celebration

Kick off the holiday season with us at our annual Christmas Tree Lighting event! On Sunday, December ...

Sunday, December 6th, 2026
Hours: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
169 N Marion Ave, Lake City, FL, 32055
LEGOLAND Florida Holidays

This holiday season, build, play and celebrate together at LEGOLAND Christmas Bricktacular – where f ...

Select dates from November 21, 2026-January 3, 2027
Hours: See website for hours
1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven, FL, 33884
Light Up Ocala in Downtown Ocala

Light Up Ocala is a longstanding community tradition to kick off the holidays that attracts thousand ...

Saturday, November 21, 2026
Hours: 3 - 8 p.m. | Lighting ceremony begins at 6 p.m.
Ocala Downtown Historic Square, Ocala, Florida, 34470
Live Oak Christmas on the Square

Unwrap the Magic of Christmas in Historic Downtown Live Oak! The Suwannee County Chamber of Comme ...

December 3-5, 2026
Hours: See description for details
418 Howard Street W., Live Oak, FL, 32064
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure yo ...

Every evening December 9-December 23, 2026
Hours: 7 pm-9 pm
4551 SE St Rd 121 (On 121 between CR326 and CR464), Morriston, FL
Nights of Lights in St. Augustine

A Holiday Tradition Celebrating 33 Years The holidays are popular for enjoying time-honored tradi ...

November 22, 2026 – January 18, 2027
Northeast Florida Scottish Games & Festival

The Northeast Florida Scottish Games & Festival returns on Saturday, February 27, 2027! Get ready ...

Saturday, February 27, 2027
Hours: 9 am-6 pm
2497 State Road 16 W, Green Cove Springs, FL, 32043
Ocala Recreation and Parks: Santa on the Square

Santa's made his list and checked it twice, now he's coming to Ocala where all the children are nice ...

December 8, 10, 15, & 17, 2026
Hours: 6 - 8 p.m.
Downtown Gazebo 1 SE Broadway St., Ocala, FL
Putnam's Festival of Lights

2nd Annual Putnam's Festival of Lights! Included with admission: • Photos with Mr. & Mrs. Claus ...

December 10-13, 2026
Hours: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
118 Fairgrounds Rd, East Palatka, FL, 32131
Rentz McGuire CornMaze

We are your gateway to an autumn harvest bursting with adventure. Navigate a thrilling maze and enjo ...

Open every weekend from September 26-November 8, 2026
Hours: Saturday 11 am-6 pm | Sunday 1 pm-5 pm
Rentzville 6365 SW County Road 242, Lake City, FL, 32024
SeaWorld Christmas Celebration

Gather your family and friends at SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration. Find a winter wonderland ...

November 6, 2026 - January 4, 2027
7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando, FL, 32821
Snowcat Ridge

Snowcat Ridge is an alpine snow park featuring a 60-foot-tall and 400-foot-long real snow-covered tu ...

Select dates from November 14, 2026-February 28, 2027
27839 Saint Joe Rd, Dade City, FL, 33525
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum: Lighthouse Illuminations

During the holiday season, escape the crowds and enjoy an enchanting holiday evening experience. ...

Select Nights from November 20-January 16, 2026
Hours: Choose time from website
100 Red Cox Road, Saint Augustine, FL, 32080
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights

The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. Decem ...

December 4-24, 2026
Hours: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL, 32096
Stetson Mansion: Christmas Mansion Holiday Home Tour

15th Annual Stetson Mansion “Christmas Spectacular!” Holiday Home Tours A Florida Holiday Tradit ...

November 1, 2026-January 17, 2027
Hours: See website for hours
Stetson Mansion Estate, 1031 Camphor Lane, DeLand, FL, 32720
Suwannee Lights at Suwannee Music Park

Each year, people journey from all corners of the globe to witness the mesmerizing spectacle of Suwa ...

November 27-December 30, 2026
Hours: Open Nightly from 6 pm-10 pm
3076 95th Drive, Live Oak, FL, 32060
Sweetfields Farm Fall Fun

Join us for our 19th annual Fall Festival. A perfect blend of all the fall fun and agriculture, this ...

Select days from September 26 - November 8, 2026
Hours: 10:00 AM -4:00 PM
Sweetfields Farm 17250 Benes Roush Rd\, Masaryktown, FL, 34604
Universal Orlando Holidays

Are you ready for Holidays at Universal? Don’t miss Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter ...

Nov. 14, 2026-Jan. 3, 2027
6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819
Walt Disney World Resort Holidays

Get wrapped up in festive fun, enchanting events and more at The Most Magical, Merriest Place On Ear ...

November 13, 2026-January 6, 2027
Walt Disney World, Bay Lake and Lake Buena Vista, Florida, 32830
Wild Adventures Christmas Wild & Bright

A wilderness of wonderful light will fill holiday nights during the brightest-ever Wild Adventures C ...

Select Days | November 21-December 31, 2026
Wild Adventures Theme Park 3766 Old Clyattville Road, Valdosta, GA, 31601
Wonderland of Lights

Celebrating our 6th Annual Holiday Light Show at International Market World in Auburndale, FL. The W ...

December 3-6, 10-13, 17-27, 2026
Hours: 6 pm-9 pm
1052 US-92, Auburndale, FL, 33823
World Equestrian Center Ocala Winter Wonderland

Step into the magic of the season as over one million twinkling lights transform World Equestrian Ce ...

November 27 – December 23, 2026
Hours: Wednesday–Sunday, 5pm-9pm
1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL, 34482
ZooTampa at Lowry Park Christmas in the Wild

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at ZooTampa with the return of Christmas in the Wild, featu ...

Select nights starting Christmas in the Wild runs selec...
Hours: 4 pm-10 pm, December 26-30 4 pm-9 pm
1101 W. Sligh Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33604