Saturday, November 28, 2026

Get ready to Light Up the Village! The Siesta Key Holiday Parade returns Saturday, November 28, bringing holiday cheer, festive floats, local businesses and community groups together for a beloved Siesta Key tradition.

Whether you're bringing the kids to visit Santa, gathering with friends to watch the parade, or joining the celebration as a participating business or organization, there's plenty of holiday magic to enjoy!

🎅 Santa Visits Siesta Key
Santa is making special stops at the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center before the parade and at the Big Tiki Lounge after the parade

Siesta Key Visitor Center
📍 5223 Avenida Navarra, Sarasota, FL 34242
🕑 3:00–5:00 PM
Bring the kids to say hello to Santa and snap a photo together. Photos with Santa are free! The first 250 children will also receive a special holiday gift bag, so be sure to arrive early. Santa will depart promptly at 5:00 PM to make his way to the Holiday Parade.

The Big Tiki Lounge
📍5311 Ocean Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34242
🕑 After the parade

🎄 Holiday Parade
📅 Saturday, November 28
⏰ Parade begins at 5:30 PM
The parade will step off at Avenida del Mare and Beach Road, traveling north on Beach Road, continuing onto Ocean Boulevard, and making its way into Siesta Key Village.
Local businesses, community organizations and groups will deck out their floats and vehicles in holiday spirit as they make their way through the Village. Come line the streets, cheer on the participants and help us give Santa a warm Siesta Key welcome!

✨ Want to Be Part of the Parade?
Local businesses, organizations, community groups and other participants are invited to join the fun by registering a float or parade entry.

Float registration closes Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

🎁 Sponsor the 2026 Holiday Parade
Help make the 2026 Siesta Key Holiday Parade a memorable celebration for our community and visitors!

Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses that want to put their name in the holiday spotlight while supporting this special Siesta Key tradition. Sponsors help make the parade and Santa experience possible while connecting their business with families, residents and visitors enjoying the holiday season.

Interested in sponsoring the 2026 Siesta Key Holiday Parade? Contact events@siestakeychamber.com or call 941-349-3800. 

Let's come together and Light Up the Village! 🎄✨