In St. Augustine, from the middle of November to the beginning of January, the streets (and many of the homes) are covered in a wonderland of sparkling lights. Over three million lights are strung across historic structures, surrounding palm trees, and along charming brick-lined streets during this annual Night of Lights Festival.

For a magical journey throughout the city, book an Old Town Trolley Tour to see them up close. Alternately, take a nighttime boat trip like Florida Water Tours' Nights of Lights Tour and hit the waves. The bay gives everything a more radiant look. Better, go on the second Saturday in December to see the Regatta of Lights, a charming event that has brightly lit boats of all sizes cruising along Matanzas Bay. One of the biggest Christmas parades in northeast Florida is held at St. Augustine, the town that celebrates the most in Florida. It starts at the La Leche Shrine and ends at the visitor center. Following that, visitors are welcome to meet Santa at the Plaza de la Constitución.

Orlando elevates the enjoyment of fun to a completely new level. You're immersing in enormous theme parks (Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, big aquariums (Hello, SeaWorld), and enormous waterslides (Volcano Bay). So it comes as no surprise that visitors go all out during the holiday season.

The greatest holiday event in town is held at Disney World's Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. There are concerts, holiday-themed shows, a Christmastime Parade with everyone's favorite characters, a Fireworks Display, and more. Go to the Snow Factory at Gaylord Palms if you're missing snow. Visitors can drive tubes down ice slides while making and throwing real snowballs at Snowball Build and Blast. A gigantic LEGO brick Christmas tree can be found at LEGOLAND, along with other holiday performances and light displays. Along with its holiday shows, SeaWorld offers delicious food and shopping options.

One of the most well-liked tourist destinations in South Florida, especially around the holidays, is Miami. It has some of the most impressive shopping and dining options in Florida, as well as one of the top beaches. Miami goes all out when it comes to Christmas; in terms of a holiday theme park, festive sand sculptures, and light-wrapped palm trees.

There are many delicious Christmas treats to choose from across the city. The Tropical Park is transformed into a winter paradise by Santa's Enchanted Forest. It is regarded as the world's biggest amusement park with a Christmas theme. You will always be loved by your children for bringing them here. There is a ton of entertainment available, including Christmas carol karaoke, over 100 rides, a petting zoo, and a Santa sighting. A massive 52-foot Christmas tree dressed out in flowers and sparkling lights can be found in Bayfront Park. Give the Miami Zoo a visit. Between November and December, the city displays its magnificent Zoo Lights, which include carousel rides, animal-shaped lights, carol sing-alongs, and a visit with Santa Claus.

You've probably never seen a sand-made Christmas tree. You may get it if you travel to West Palm Beach in December. Appreciate Sandi, a 700-ton, the 35-foot-tall sand tree that is encircled with more than 5,000 lights and topped with a big star.

Every 15 minutes from December 5 through December 31 there will be a music and light performance. Let yourself be transported to an astounding world of holiday cheer as thousands of jewel-toned lights illuminate the lush tropical foliage, majestic trees and signature structures. The only snow in West Palm can be found in Rosemary Square. Visitors may experience nighttime snowfall while exploring the plaza's shops and restaurants from November 30 through the end of December. Every year in the first week of December, the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade is spectacular.

The best way for families to spend Christmas in Florida's Panhandle is to go to Pensacola Winterfest. The region, which is surrounded by sandy beaches, is decorated with holiday lights. This entertaining event offers hot chocolate, holiday shows, and the opportunity to get "snowed" upon.

Book a seat on the Polar Express, a 20-minute train trip that includes hot cocoa, holiday entertainment, and a requisite Santa visit. This is one occasion where you don't need to dress up because prizes are given to the person who appears the coziest. Another enjoyable journey brings small visitors (the seats are child-sized) past all the dazzling streets to downtown on the Winterfest Express Electric Train. At the Cajun Christmas Experience, which includes a trolley ride, a show, and dancing, Papa Noel (also known as the Cajun Santa) is waiting for visitors. Santa Drop and the Surfing Santa Beach Parade are not to be missed at this authentically Florida holiday event. In the first, you can watch Santa jump out of a plane, while in the second, you can see festively costume-clad surfers hanging 10 in the latter. Avoid missing the glittering Pensacola Lighted Boat Parade, which is best viewed from the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk.

On Captiva Island, start celebrating the holidays early. Captiva, one of Florida's best small towns, is delightful when the weather is at its best. You'll never want to leave if you adorn it with lights and holiday happiness.

The weekend following Thanksgiving, the popular Captiva Holiday Village kicks off with a tree-lighting ceremony and fireworks at Tween Waters Inn. With a schedule jam-packed with holiday cheer, it runs through December. The Sunset Arias are held at Tween Inn as well. It's the time you can sink your toes into soft sand while being soothed by crashing waves and bathed in the beautiful pink, yellow, and orange hues of nature. In true Florida style, Captiva hosts a Santa Claus Parade. On the second Saturday in December, a delightful event with the amusing name "Golf Cart Parade" kicks off at the South Seas Resort. Explore the South Seas Island Resort Holiday Stroll's lighted streets while you're here. A spectacular sight along Roosevelt's Channel is provided by the Christmas Boat Parade, which you should not miss.

One of Florida's top tourist destinations along the Gulf Coast, Sarasota offers tourists more than just pristine white sand beaches, inviting emerald waterways, and swaying palms. When it's 80 degrees outside, it also provides them an opportunity to play in the snow.

At University Town Center, you can shop 'til you drop. There are almost four million lights there, fashioned like everything from reindeer to Christmas trees. Additionally, Holidays on the Green is held here and include ice skating, carousel rides, horse-drawn carriage rides, and "snow" tubing. For a festive ride, join a Sarasota Trolley for a holiday light tour or reserve a seat on SRQ Trolley's holiday light tour. Nearby Lakewood Ranch is where Snow Fest Sarasota is hosted. You won't want to miss this amazing event's family-friendly activities. Build a snowman, go tubing down a snow slide, and dance to DJ Grinch while you step inside a huge snow globe.

Although summertime is considered to be the best season for visiting Saint Petersburg, it is still a great gem during Christmas time. Come on over to St. Petersburg's Christmas village; St. Pete's has everything you need for a jolly good time.

Christmas time in Saint Petersburg is a great chance to get off the standard range of souvenirs people usually bring from Russia and opt for something special on Christmas markets. The "World's Largest Christmas Light Maze and Market", Enchant, is local ted there. More than 40 local craftsmen are featured at Enchant's Christmas Market, where they sell everything from delicious sweets to one-of-a-kind jewelry. The spectacular Christmas Light Maze Adventure will make kids amazing. This "living storybook" will have you exploring the delight of sculptures and lights as you search for Santa's missing reindeer. Skating is one of the favorite Christmas fun as it gives you the instant feel of childhood nostalgia. In Saint Petersburg, you can skate at New Holland Island, Pionerskaya square, and Krestovskiy island.

In Jacksonville, you can have the merry Christmas you've been dreaming of. Visit the Morocco Shrine Center for a glitzy display of holiday lights so bright you'll wish you had brought shades. Gather the family, buckle up, and go!

The annual Jax Illuminations light show transports guests on a mile-long trip through a merry Christmas experience that includes a 300-foot light tunnel, beautiful Christmas scenes, and giant shining trees. Trying to catch the main tree-lighting ceremony for the city? You'll need to go in the first week of December. A 56-foot tree at Hemming Park is decorated with over 78,000 bulbs and 100 ornaments. Another fun Florida celebration is called Deck the Chairs. Jacksonville Beach's downtown becomes the focal point of more than 40 American Red Cross lifeguard chairs. They add to the festive atmosphere on the shore by being adorned from late November until January. Along the north and south banks of the St. Johns River, the Jacksonville Light Boat Parade is another dazzling event. A fireworks display is held at the end.

A lovely holiday destination is Fort Lauderdale. In this seaside area, which is lined with beautiful beaches and Venice-style waterways, it's time for relaxation. Spend the day in paradise on this day trip from Fort Lauderdale, and discover a distinctive mix of historic and modern attractions, natural wonders, and exciting activities.

Christmas on Las Olas is a Winter Wonderland that is held on Las Olas Boulevard over the holiday season. This free event features a two-story ice-covered "mountain" to sled down, numerous choirs to sing carols with, and holiday performances to watch. It runs from Southeast Avenue through Southeast Avenue. The Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade is the main event of Fort Lauderdale's holiday festivities. Small sailboats and enormous superyachts are both dressed out for this annual holiday event, which attracts boats of all kinds. This parade, known as the "Greatest Show on H2O", draws a crowd of all ages.