Get ready for a holiday adventure in Jacksonville! Our guide features all the exciting festive events. For Jacksonville connoisseurs and newcomers, our guide is the recipe for holiday delight.
Popular during the holiday season is the enchanting Christmas at Biltmore, where visitors can experience stunning decorations and seasonal festivities in a grand setting. Showcasing beautifully illuminated landscapes, Glowing Gardens invites families to stroll through vibrant displays that bring the holiday spirit to life. And the Jacksonville Light Boat Parade is something you definitely don't want to miss, as decorated boats glide along the waterfront in a colorful display. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Jacksonville Events Events
Sk8 with Grinch at Roller City (Jacksonville) • 1.5 miles
Grinch-themed roller skating fun
Winterfest Artisan Market (Jacksonville) • 2.5 miles
Multi-day winter festival with artisan market and Santa.
Christmas at ELJ Farms (Jacksonville) • 5.1 miles
Expansive Christmas light show trail with drive-thru and wagon ride options.
Mike's Farm Festival of Lights Hayride and Dinner Show (Beulaville) • 22.7 miles
Enchanting Festival of Lights Hayride with live dinner shows.
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Candlelight Nights at Tryon Palace (New Bern)
Historic palace illuminated by candlelight with colonial storytelling.
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