Naples Holiday Events 2024

Christmas on Third Street South - 46th Annual Tree Lighting
Monday November 25th 
3:00pm - 9:00pm
Visitors spend the evening strolling along Third Street South and the avenues listening to live musical performances, viewing elaborately decorated storefront windows with scenes of the North Pole and Santa’s Workshop with St. Nick himself. Snow will fall, restaurants and shops will be open extended hours, and the street will be lined with local vendors selling North Pole Treats and Sweets. 6pm – 9pm. Dining reservations are highly recommended at restaurants.
3:00 PM Street Closure
6:00 PM Santa’s Arrival
6:20 PM Tree Lighting and Snowfall

Grand Illuminations Tree Lighting at the Village on Venetian Bay
Friday November 29th 
7:00pm 
Join us at The Village Shops for Grand Illuminations, the annual tree lighting (with over 100,000 lights) and holiday kick off event! Enjoy complimentary Santa photos, stories with Mrs. Claus, face painting, balloon art, and a magical snow show

Lights in the Garden - Naples Botanical Garden
Friday November 29th through Sunday January 5th
7:00pm 
Stroll the Garden illuminated in thousands of lights and behold the magic of winter in the tropics. This beloved annual tradition returns, offering a seasonal staple that is distinctly Southwest Florida. Enjoy live music each night, photo ops, a living bromeliad tree, and festive treats and libations for purchase.

Naples Christmas Parade
Tuesday December 3rd
6:00pm - 8:00pm  

The spectacular march begins on Broad Street South and finishes on 8th Street South

51st Annual Fifth Avenue Christmas Walk & Tree Lighting 
Friday December 6th
5:00pm
The biggest Christmas showcase in Naples! Enjoy the official Christmas tree lighting on 5^th Avenue South in Sugden Plaza and amazing holiday experiences, including a living nativity by the First Church of the Nazarene, skating rink, live music, Santa Claus and Avenue dining. Two- Day Festival. 

Ugly Sweater Cocktail Party at the Ritz Carlton Tiburon
Friday December 6th
5:00pm - 8:00pm

Get ready to show off your 'best' ugly holiday sweater while sipping on delicious cocktails at the Ugly Sweater Cocktail Party. Celebrate the season at a festive party with a modern twist. Don your 'best' ugly sweater and join the party in the Bella Vista Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón. The evening features seasonal cocktails, music, dancing, and an award for the 'Best Ugly Holiday Sweater' in Naples. 

SnowFest at Paradise Coast Sports Complex
Saturday December 7th
All Day
Save the date for the best family-friendly SNOW event in Southwest Florida!  Come check out this special day at the complex as we feature holiday & snow festivities throughout the day! 

Gingerbread House at the Ritz Carlton Beach Resort
Monday December 9th - Tuesday December 24

A beloved holiday tradition for resort guests and local families returns in December 2024: the Gingerbread House at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples. Created under the direction of Executive Pastry Chef Lerome Campbell, this Instagram-worthy display is the perfect backdrop for holiday photos with family and friends. Resort and local guests are invited to view the life-size Gingerbread House nightly through December 24. Area residents are encouraged to reserve parking in advance.

Traditional Holiday Stroll on Third Street South
Thursday December 12th
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Third Street South Traditional Holiday Stroll offers a special treat. Dress festively to stroll along Third Street South, reveling in the holiday spirit with our Christmas Carolers, the sparkling lights and decorations. Start on your Christmas List. Stores will offer fun promotions and services and restaurants will create Holiday Stroll menus or cocktails. Dining reservations are encouraged. Stores will be open until 8pm for this special evening. 

SantaPaws on Third Street South
Saturday December 14th
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Santa Paws Returns! On Saturday December 14th from 1-3pm, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for photos with your furry, four-legged, and feathered friends. Bring your pet on its leash and pose with Jolly Old St. Nick for a treasured memory. A professional photographer will be on site, capturing memorable photos at Santas Workshop located near Sea Salt Restaurant.

Naples Christmas Boat Parade
Saturday December 14th
6:15pm

The 35th Annual Marine Industries Christmas Boat Parade on Naples Bay - Winners will take best in class and best overall theme winner. The Naples City Dock will host the judging committee and VIP guests, with limited presale tickets for a front row seat to the spectacle.  

All size boats are welcome to enter, in-lieu of an entry fee, donations will be accepted for the Ricky King Foundation.  

The Christmas Boat Parade is a great way to get into the Christmas spirit!  Decorate your boat and invite your friends and family aboard for a fun evening or charter a decorated yacht and plan to participate for your company Christmas Party!  It's also tons of fun to watch!  Raft up with friends on the Bay, host a watch party in your Naples Bay waterfront backyard, or come to one of the many public viewing locations.  

It's a Naples tradition you will love taking part in!

PARADE ROUTE:  The parade will start at 6:15pm from Marker 18 (Bayview Park & Hamilton Harbor marina area) and will continue north to the Naples City Dock, then to Pincher's at Tin City at the Gordon River bridge, then travel back down the Bay into Port Royal's Man-O-War and Morgan Cove.  

VIEWING LOCATIONS:  Naples City Dock (ticketed), Pincher's at Tin City, Riverwalk Restaurant, Naples Landing, Kelly's Fish House, The Boat House on Naples Bay, and Bayview Park.   

New Years Eve Fireworks
Tuesday December 31st
6:00pm
Celebrate the new year by viewing a fabulous display of fireworks off the City of Naples beaches

New Years Eve Gala with Stella Cole at the Ritz Carlton Beach Resort
Tuesday December 31st
6:00pm
New this season, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples debuts the Black-Tie NYE Gala on December 31, 2024. Celebrate the new year with a five-course champagne dinner under the direction of Executive Chef Satish Yerramilli, followed by music, dancing, and a live concert performance by international singing sensation Stella Cole. Raise a toast to 2024 and ring in the new year with an unforgettable Ritz-Carlton gala available one-night only. Tickets and overnight guest room packages for this signature event are available exclusively at www.NaplesFestive.com