If your gift to yourself and your family this Christmas is a trip to Florida’s gorgeous Gulf Coast, be sure to take the time to check out some of the most exciting Anna Maria Island events going on this time of year.
You might not build a snowman or need a fire burning beneath the mantel where the stockings are hung with care, but among things to do on Anna Maria Island for the holiday season are live music events and fireworks.
So, after a day on the beach and shopping, head out to take in these unique Anna Maria Island December events! Many of our Anna Maria Island vacation rentals are located near these fun seasonal events, so you won’t have far to go to partake in the festivities and get into the Christmas spirit.
Live Music on the Historic Pier
A huge benefit of spending your holiday season in Florida is getting to enjoy outdoor fun without bundling up and enduring the cold. Live music events on the historic City Pier are year-round activities. At Christmas, you can find local bands and musicians playing some of your favorite holiday tunes. Get ready to sing along with the classics against the backdrop of historic Bridge Street and its many lights to heighten the festive mood.
Plan Your Visit
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Florida’s West Coast Half Marathon & 5K
December 17th marks the Sarasota Half Marathon & 5K at picturesque Nathan Benderson Park. Both courses take you around the stunning 400-acre lake and along the coast. Once you’re done, visit the shops for Christmas shopping and enjoy a favorite meal at one of downtown’s restaurants that’s sure to be decorated to highlight the season.
Deck The Halls with the Gulf Coast Symphony
It’s simply not Christmas without the music, and the Gulf Coast Symphony, together this year with the Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers, brings the tradition of holiday music to the Music & Arts Community Center on Friday, December 8th. Other guests include South Florida’s Mark Sanders, jazz violinist Doug Cameron, and the Kellyn Celtic Arts Dance Academy to add a Scottish spin to well-known holiday fare. This traditional Deck the Halls show promises to be a joy for the entire family. And don’t be surprised if Santa himself shows up!
New Year’s Eve Celebration and Fireworks Display
If your Anna Maria Island stay this holiday season extends beyond Christmas and takes you into the New Year, be sure to be part of the festivities at the New Year’s Eve Celebration at Fishermen’s Village in Punta Gorda. The fun includes music, dancing, food, and spectacular fireworks that might rival those you’d experience on the 4th of July! It all starts at 6 p.m. on December 31st and takes you through the ringing in of the New Year until 12:30 a.m. on the first day of 2024.
Where to Stay
Finding the right rentals on Anna Maria Island can further make things merry and bright for your entire family during your December vacation. Turn to BeachRentals.Mobi for 2- and 3-bedroom cottages, homes, and condo rentals that offer top-notch comfort and convenience for everyone. Bring the gift of warm weather, luxurious accommodations, and jolly events to the whole family this year by booking your December vacation with our rentals on Anna Maria Island.
