Holidays on Central

Holidays on Central

Holidays on Central returns to Downtown Winter Haven on Saturday, December 6, 2025, transforming Central Park into a festive, family-friendly holiday marketplace from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Guests can stroll through more than 100 local vendors, including favorites from the Bandit Market, while enjoying a full day of live entertainment on the BayCare stage. Families will find plenty of seasonal fun with free photos with Santa, a complimentary photo booth sponsored by Iceberg Home Services, and a kids’ craft tent hosted by Heartland Church. 

Live Entertainment

Performances include:

• Mike Harris
• Chain of Lakes Big Band
• Special holiday show by world-renowned Elvis tribute artist Dwight Icenhower.

Delicious bites will be available from local food trucks and bakers throughout the park. Visitors can also stop by the event’s information booth for festive giveaways such as commemorative ornaments, holiday mugs, socks, craft kits, and market totes provided by community sponsors. Holidays on Central offers a lively celebration of Winter Haven’s charm and creativity, making it a perfect way to kick off the holiday season in Central Florida.

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