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Embrace the Holiday Spirit in Port St. Lucie

November 23, 2023

The City of Port St. Lucie is ready to dazzle with exciting events that promise to captivate hearts of all ages. With sparkling light displays and festive parades, there’s something for the whole family to celebrate in the season’s joy at these upcoming events

Winter Wonderland Light Show
Dec. 1-31, 2023, 6-9 p.m.
Port St. Lucie Community Center
2195 SE Airoso Blvd.
Port St. Lucie, FL 34984

Once more, the Port St. Lucie Community Center is bringing back its Winter Wonderland Light Show! Set in harmony with holiday music, the event features the decoration of 10 oak trees and 10 palm trees with festive lights. Music will fill the air, offering everyone the chance to dance and sing along to their beloved holiday melodies. Don’t miss the chance to capture holiday memories at a photo-op display – it’s a perfect spot for holiday photos! The event is a free light and sound experience perfect for all ages.

Festival of Lights - Back to the Future theme
Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, 2-10 p.m.
MIDFLORIDA Event Center
9221 SE Event Center Place
Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

Buckle your seat belts and come along for the ride as we spread holiday cheer with our “Back to the Future” themed family fun experience at the City's signature holiday celebration. Bring your family and friends to this annual festival featuring a midway carnival, vendors for your holiday shopping and a variety of food trucks! Don’t forget the Parade of Lights starts at 6 p.m., followed by our tree lighting and fireworks! You won’t want to miss live music by Power of Love, a Huey Lewis and the News Tribute band. Admission is free.

River Nights
Live music on select Thursday nights. Rough Shot performing Dec. 14.
Veterans Park at Rivergate
2200 SE Veterans Memorial Parkway
Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

Experience the magic of live music beneath the twinkling stars at Veterans Park at Rivergate. Delight in the melodies while relishing an array of delectable food and drinks available for purchase, adding flavor to your enchanting evening under the open sky. Admission is free.

Noche Buena
Friday, Dec. 8, 2023, 7-10 p.m.
Veterans Park at Rivergate
2200 SE Veterans Memorial Parkway
Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

Get ready to dance all night long to the beats of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue y mucho mas at Noche Buena. Celebrate the vibrant Hispanic culture by watching an electrifying show by four-time Grammy Award winner, Tomasito Cruz. Latin cuisine is available for purchase, as well as a cash bar. Tickets are $5 in advance and $10, cash only at the gate.

Special Populations Holiday Luncheon
Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, 11:30 a.m.
Community Center
2195 SE Airoso Blvd.
Port St. Lucie, FL 34984

Enjoy a morning at our Special Populations Luncheon and expect festive music, lunch, desserts and a fun “Meet and Greet” with Santa. Register in advance for this popular holiday celebration. $5 per person, caregivers are free. For more information, please call 772-807-4499.

Pancakes with Santa (ages 2 and up)
Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, 9:30-11 a.m.
Port St. Lucie Community Center
2195 SE Airoso Blvd.
Port St. Lucie, FL 34984

Enjoy breakfast with Santa, share holiday wishes and indulge in tasty holiday treats! Parents, bring your cameras for a photo with Santa. Event also includes holiday crafts, festive music and holiday fun! $5 per person, ages 2 and up.

PSLinLights Party and Festive Pet Contest featuring Forever Motown
Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, 5-9 p.m.
MIDFLORIDA Event Center
9221 SE Event Center Place
Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

Join us for an unforgettable night for all ages, including a North Pole freeze dance, a visit from Santa Claus, a faux snowball zone, a Festive Pet Contest, children’s crafts and activities, and videos of over-the-top decorated homes. Prepare to be enchanted at 8 p.m., when the talented performers of Forever Motown – A Holiday Celebration take the stage. This show is an extraordinary soulful journey through the timeless holiday classics of Motown, featuring a world-class vocal group comprised of past and present members of Motown's most legendary groups like The Temptations, The Marvelettes and The Spinners. Admission is free.

Holiday Lights at the Gardens
Friday, Nov. 24 to Saturday, Dec. 30, 5-9 p.m.
Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens
2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd.
Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

On select Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights, the Gardens will come to life at night with festive sights and sounds for all to enjoy. Experience the Gardens at night with nearly 100,000 lights. Featuring exciting new installations, the Botanical Gardens has been reimagined to surprise and delight visitors. Admission is free. Parking is limited, carpooling is recommended. Additional free parking is available nearby at Tom Hooper Park, 2340 SE Rivergate Pkwy., and Veterans Park at Rivergate, 2200 SE Veterans Memorial Pkwy.

Be a part of the celebrations that’ll bring holiday joy and create lasting memories. Stay informed about our current list of winter events by following us on social media for regular updates and additional programming. For a comprehensive overview of the entire program lineup, visit www.CityofPSL.com/Events and stay in the loop with all the festive happenings.