The Tradition shines brighter - celebrate the Holiday season in Okeechobee!

Celebrate two months of twinkling lights, holiday festivities, and small-town magic
all in the heart of Okeechobee’s Flagler Park and Park Street.

Christmas in Okeechobee

Where Small-Town Charm

Meets Big Christmas Spirit

Nestled in the heart of Okeechobee, the lights of Flagler Park sparkle nightly all season long. Stroll down Park Street, sip hot cocoa under the oaks, and discover the charm of local shops decked out for the holidays.

Experience the Magic

Follow on facebook

Light up
Flagler Park

Full Display
Goes Live

The Christmas Festival

Ring in the season as we light the trees throughout Flagler Park during Thanksgiving weekend! Celebrate Shop Small Saturday by supporting local businesses, enjoying festive pop-ups, cocoa trails, and get the first glimpse of Okeechobee’s holiday glow.

It's showtime! By December 2, every light display in Flagler Park will be shining bright. Stroll downtown, grab a cup of cocoa, and experience the full sparkle of Christmas in Okeechobee for the first time this season.

The highlight of the season! Gather downtown for Okeechobee’s Annual Christmas Festival filled with floats, lights, and community spirit. Stay after to explore local shops and enjoy the glowing park.

From parades and tree lightings to markets, concerts, and kid-friendly activities — Okeechobee is packed with holiday cheer this year. Explore everything happening this season and start planning your festive fun.

Celebrate the magic of the season all over town.

Okeechobee Holiday Events

See the Full Event List

Visit our County Website

Visit our county website for more information to eat, play and shop around Okeechobee!

Learn More

Looking for more to do in okeechobee, florida?

The Culture of Collaboration Okeechobee initiative brings together community partners, local organizations, and private investors to create Christmas in Okeechobee — a unified effort celebrating the holiday season through lights, events, and local shopping. Together, we’re showcasing the power of collaboration to strengthen community spirit and support Okeechobee businesses.

Presented by Culture of Collaboration Okeechobee
Collaboration That Shines All Year Long!

Free Guide

Get your Free Christmas in Okeechobee Holiday Guide and be the first to know about every twinkling detail - from the tree lighting and parade to shopping local and finding Santa in Flagler Park.

grab the guide

Download the app

Use interactive maps to explore light displays, find festive events, and uncover local hidden gems that make our town shine. From holiday dining and shopping to where to stay and play, it’s the best way to keep the Christmas magic at your fingertips all season long.

Your Guide to the Magic

Experience the wonder of Christmas in Okeechobee like never before with the Visit Okeechobee App!

Let's Light Up

OKEECHOBEE TOGETHER!

We’re building an interactive map of all the Christmas lights across Okeechobee, and YOU can be featured! Submit your home, business, or neighborhood display to our county-wide Christmas Lights Map and be part of a brand-new holiday tradition.

Your participation will help create a magical Light Up Okeechobee Tour for locals and visitors to enjoy as they explore our town all dressed up for the holidays.

SUBMIT YOUR DISPLAY