The Santa Express is the holiday version of Clewiston-based U.S. Sugar Company’s vintage Sugar Express steam train ride through the sugar cane fields and orchards of Central Florida.
Holidays
Cut your own Christmas tree at Ocala National Forest
The winter holidays are different in balmy Florida, but you might be surprised that you CAN hike into the woods and cut down a Christmas tree. In fact, it’s only $10 and you can also explore beautiful Ocala National Forest.
Christmas, Florida: Nostalgic stop any time of year
Christmas, Florida, is an old-time roadside attraction that is a throwback to another era. It’s close to the outstanding Orlando Wetlands Park.
From whole towns to gardens and historic sites, the best Christmas lights in Florida
These Florida destinations offer over-the-top holiday lights and decorations in quaint Old Florida settings. Several of the displays continue into the new year.
14 Florida harvest festivals: Get a taste of fall, even in Florida
Florida harvest festivals and farm tours let you soak up a little autumn spirit, even in Florida. All across Florida, farms offer traditional harvest activities like pumpkin patches and corn mazes.
2026 Holiday Boat Parade Calendar
Plan your holiday season with a hearty Ho Ho Ho and Florida Rambler’s comprehensive Boat Parades calendar. We have the dates and links to unique boat parades throughout the state.
Our favorite Florida outdoors guidebooks
These guides are handy companions for learning more about trails, paddling opportunities, exploring back roads and camping.