St. Augustine's Nights of Lights transforms the Nation's oldest city into a dazzling wonderland glowing with holiday magic each year. During Nights of Lights, the entire historic district is adorned with more than three million twinkling lights. This award-winning holiday light display begins on November 15, 2025, and continues through January 11, 2026. Nights of Lights has been listed among the top ten holiday displays in the world by National Geographic!
LIGHT-UP NIGHT
The season begins with Light-Up Night on November 15, when the city lights up at 6:30 p.m. The Plaza de la Constitución and surrounding areas will be adorned with white lights, setting the stage for nearly two months of holiday cheer.
Visitors can enjoy the lights on foot, by trolley, or from the water. Each mode offers a unique experience. Check out the following ways to view the Nights of Lights:
BY LAND
Ride a train or trolley
- Old Town Trolley's Famous Nights of Lights Tour
- Santa's Red Express Nights of Lights Tours by Ripley's
Take a tour in an electric vehicle
- Gold Tours Private Nights of Lights Tours
- Ghost Augustine Nights of Lights Tours
- Explore Tours Nights of Lights Tours
- Pineapple Tours Nights of Lights
- St. Augustine City Tours Nights of Lights
- St. Augustine Land and Sea Nights of Lights Tours
Specialty tours: Carriage Rides and Guided Walking Tours
- Tasting Tours Carriage and Wine Rides
- Tasting Tours Electric Vehicle Rides with the Grinch
BY SEA
Large sail and power vessels
- Scenic Cruise Nights of Lights Tours
- Nights of Lights on the Black Raven
- Florida Water Tours Nights of Lights Tour
- St. Augustine Boat Tours Nights of Lights Tours
- Bluewater Adventure Cycle Boat Nights of Lights Tours
- Schooner Freedom Nights of Lights Sails
Smaller, more intimate sail and power vessels
- St. Augustine Sailing Nights of Lights Charters
- Eco Tours Nights of Lights Boat Tour
- Cruisin' Tikis St. Augustine
BY AIR OR SKY
Take a helicopter ride
- First City Helicopters Nights of Lights Tours
Climb the Lighthouse steps
The Nights of Lights is more than just a light display; it's a series of events. Highlights include the Holiday Night Market, Christmas Parade, Surf Illumination, and the Regatta of Lights, each offering a unique way to experience the holiday spirit in St. Augustine.
