The twinkling lights on the palm trees lining New Smyrna Beach's scenic avenues become even more magical in the wintertime, as the town begins to don its festive decor for the holiday season.
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With ample accommodations close to all the action, this lively beach town is an idyllic holiday destination whether for a weekend or weekday getaway or an extended vacation.
Holiday Markets & Local Shopping
- One of the most anticipated annual holiday events in New Smyrna Beach, The Flamingo Follies Holiday Art Show is the perfect place to find standout gifts for those on your list this year. Featuring more than 120 artisans and crafters \celebrating a thriving local arts scene, this special event takes place on Flagler Avenue on November 12 and 13.
- Enjoy live music, gift basket drawings, unforgettable dining and holiday shopping at Historic Canal Street's Girls Night Out, taking place on December 1. This annual event is the perfect opportunity to get together with friends, support local businesses and get in the holiday spirit with a festive night on the town.
Parades & Festivals
- Light Up Flagler is celebrating 34 years of family-friendly activities including a Homemade Cookie Challenge, pet and golf cart parades, a merchant Open House and holiday photos with Santa. On December 2, Flagler Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic and alight with décor, making for a perfect family event.
- Another wintertime favorite, the New Smyrna Beach Christmas Parade will take place along Flagler Avenue and Canal Street on December 3. Pull up a chair to see creatively decorated floats and locals dressed in their best holiday gear.
- Gather at one of New Smyrna Beach's many waterside restaurants and bars to watch the Southeast Volusia Holiday Boat Parade. On December 10, locals will deck their boats out in lights, tinsel and other festive décor to bring holiday cheer all along the Indian River. For prime viewing, grab a table at Outriggers Tiki Bar & Grille or The Grille at Riverview.
Live Holiday Music
- Each weekend in December, Flagler Avenue will play host to more than 40 live music performances featuring music from multiple decades and holiday favorites. The Merry Hits-Mas Music Festival is free to the public, and all are encouraged to enjoy the many shops and restaurants of Flagler Avenue along the way.
- A celebration of the thriving community arts scene in New Smyrna Beach, The Hub on Canal showcases local and regional artists in visual arts, music, film and theatre. On December 9, the centrally located gallery will feature live, local musicians performing a variety of holiday music at their annual Christmas Concert.
For more information about planning a holiday vacation to New Smyrna Beach, visit https://visitnsbfl.com/.
About the New Smyrna Beach Area
The New Smyrna Beach area includes the communities of New Smyrna Beach, Edgewater, Oak Hill, Osteen and Port Orange in east Central Florida. New Smyrna Beach is an eclectic mix of old and new; of subtle sophistication and bohemian soul that is as "real" as Florida gets. It occupies a notable place in history as the second oldest city in Florida, site of the largest single attempt at British colonization in the new world. The city's barrier island is recognized worldwide for its incredible surf with Surfer magazine recently touting it one of the "Best Surf Towns in America" and National Geographic magazine including it in its "World's Top 20 Surf Towns."
Accommodations range from charming bed and breakfast inns to family-size condominium units and oceanfront hotels. Natural attractions include 17 miles of sandy beaches from Ponce de Leon Inlet to Canaveral National Seashore and North America's most diverse estuary – the Indian River Lagoon.
Two distinct downtowns along Flagler Avenue and Canal Street and connected via the Waterfront Loop welcome visitors with independent restaurants, unique shops, artisanal coffee shops and art galleries.
For more information, please visit http://www.VisitNSBfl.com or call 386-428-1600. Follow @NewSmyrnaBeach1 on Twitter, Facebook.com/VisitNewSmyrnaBeach or @visitnewsmyrnabeach on Instagram for the latest news. Download the free New Smyrna Beach Mobile App for iPhone and Android to receive this information on-the-go.
Media Contact
Angela Southard Winther, New Smyrna Beach Area Visitors Bureau, 6786133800, [email protected]
SOURCE New Smyrna Beach Area Visitors Bureau
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