Christmas Events in Sarasota, FL

Your Guide to Sarasota-Manatee Holiday Events This December

The holiday season is officially here in full swing! Our Christmas in the sand down in the Sunshine State is no Christmas in the snow, but there are endless Christmas and holiday events in Southwest Florida that are sure to make you feel holly and jolly.

We’ve compiled a list of Christmas and holiday events in Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Venice and beyond filled with parades, festivals, and more so you can plan your December accordingly. Here’s your guide to holiday events this December all the way through New Year’s Eve:


@housematchfl Must-dos in Sarasota this holiday season 🎄 #sarasotaexperience #whattodo #christmasevents #sarasota #srqmodern #bradenton #starmands #christmasinflorida ♬ Jingle Bell Rock - Bobby Helms

5 Christmas Season Must-Dos in Sarasota, FL @housematchfl

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Must Do Holiday Events All December Long





Tree Lightings

Christmas Parades in Sarasota, FL

Holiday and Christmas Parades






Christmas Boat Parade in Sarasota, FL

Boat Parades







Christmas December 5k Race in Sarasota, FL

Holiday 5k Races







Santa Claus Sarasota, FL

Santa’s Coming to Town



Holiday and Christmas Festivals




New Year's Eve in Sarasota, FL

New Year’s Eve Parties and Celebrations