On December 11 and 12, 2026, celebrate the season with two days of small-town Christmas magic at the Hastings Holiday Experience!

FRIDAY | 5-8 P.M.
Kick off the weekend with the lighting of a spectacular 30-foot Christmas tree, live entertainment and holiday fun throughout downtown. Wander through a Christmas tree maze with snow flurries, meet elves checking their naughty and nice lists, decorate cookies, visit interactive coloring walls and discover more activities at local businesses.

SATURDAY | 10 A.M.-8 P.M.

10 a.m. – Hastings Hometown Christmas Parade
Organized by St. Johns County Parks & Recreation and the Hastings Branch Library.

Noon–8 p.m. – Holiday Experience
Live Nativity
Makers Market
Performances by local artists
Holiday activities and experiences throughout the Main Street district

Bring the family, explore downtown and experience a hometown Christmas in Hastings, Florida.