When the holidays roll around, people flock from all over the country to check out some of the Christmastime magic in Florida. There are plenty of towns in Florida that go all out with holiday decorations, especially those coastal towns where you would least expect it. If you’re looking for an enchanting and festive main street experience in Florida, then head on over to New Smyrna Beach for Christmas on Canal.
New Smyrna Beach is well-known as one of the most beautiful, laid back beach towns in Florida.
Flickr Jill Bazeley
But it also happens to be the place where one heck of a holiday celebration goes down every year.
Facebook Canal Street Business
The Christmas on Canal Street is a season-long experience where their main street turns into a holiday hub from November through January.
Facebook Canal Street Business
In the beautiful downtown area, Canal Street Historic District brings together the spirit of the holidays in the best possible way.
Facebook Canal Street Business
Christmas on Canal is a series of events which takes place in downtown New Smyrna Beach, all centered around the brightly lit palm trees and festival holiday spirit.
Facebook Canal Street Business
The stores, restaurants, and boutique shops get into the spirit, too with extended shop hours, plus over 90 local vendors come together for the Coastal Christmas Market!
Facebook Canal Street Business
A few other holiday events worth mentioning as part of the series includes the Christmas Parade on December 1st, the Florida East Coast Railway’s Christmas Train, or the exciting holiday boat parade!
Facebook Canal Street Business
But even just wandering up and down Canal Street, shopping for local, handcrafted goods, is well worth the visit.
Facebook Canal Street Business
Also make sure to pop over into Santa’s Work Hub and you might just get a glimpse of the man of the hour preparing for the big day.
Facebook Canal Street Business
Head on over to Christmas on Canal and check out one of the most enchanting holiday main streets in Florida.
Facebook Canal Street Business
Have you ever been to New Smyrna Beach for the holidays before?! Share with us your experience in the comments section! Otherwise, for more information about Christmas on Canal, visit the New Smyrna Beach website.
Flickr Jill Bazeley
Facebook Canal Street Business
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.
Address: New Smyrna Beach, FL, USA
