The 45th Annual Holiday Night of Lights will magically transform St. Armands Circle into your favorite Holiday destination on the Gulf Coast of Florida.  Be a part of the celebration, as the Circle comes to life at the official kick-off to the holiday season.

The event begins with a special performance at 5:30pm – 6:00pm.  Join in with our annual Christmas Carol Sing-a-long beginning at 6:00 pm.  Once Santa arrives, he needs your help to countdown the final 10-seconds and illuminate St. Armands Circle with our 60 foot Christmas Tree!  

From 6:30pm – 8:00pm, enjoy these free, family-friendly activities and more!  Dress your best, and have your childrens photos taken with Santa.  And don't forget to mail your Letter to Santa, because we know you are all on the Nice List.  From 6:30pm - 9:00pm, stroll the Circle and enjoy the live musical performances.

Enjoy holiday entertainment, special store promotions, and gracious hospitality provided by our many shops and restaurants.  We recommend making your dining reservations in advance at one of our many delicious Circle restaurants.

A special evening for the young . . . and the young at heart.

Holiday Night of Lights is sponsored by Crab & Fin, Lynches Pub, St. Armands Antiques, the City of Sarasota, the St. Armands Residents Association, and the St. Armands Circle Association.  The City of Sarasota granted the 60 foot Christmas Tree to the St. Armands Circle Association in 2022.  This grant was secured with the assistance of the St. Armands BID.

In partnership with Flight to the North Pole, a charity that provides financial and emotional support to terminally ill children and their families in Sarasota/Manatee Counties.

For more information on Flight to the North Pole, please visit FlightToTheNorthPole.org