Winter Wonderland

  • Parade Starts at 5:00pm, Light up Williston immediately following at 6:30pm
  • Heritage Park

About the parade

The Williston Christmas Parade is how the whole town kicks off the holidays. Families line Main Street as floats, fire trucks, marching bands, horses, and local businesses roll through in lights, with Santa bringing up the rear. It is free, it is festive, and it is one of our favorite nights of the year.

Bring a chair, bundle up, and come early for a good spot.

Be part of it

  • Enter a float and put your business in the lights
  • Volunteer to help line up entries and keep the night running
  • Local groups, schools, and churches are all welcome to march

Enter a float

Float entries are open to members, civic groups, schools, and local organizations. There is no better way to be seen by the whole community in one festive evening. Contact the City of Williston for parade information at 352-528-3060.

Entry forms open in the fall and are located in City Hall.


About Light Up Williston

Immediately after the parade head over to Heritage Park. We will Light Up Williston with our annual lighting event. Enjoy a magical night with your family, friends and the Williston Community. The evening is filled with activities, giveaways, treats, and of course snap a picture with Santa & Mrs. Claus. We are thankful to our Villagers and Sponsors who make this FREE event happen.


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While you're here.

A group of people holding jars of jelly and a sign that reads "CHILDREN'S TABLE.
Now until the end of the year

Peanut Butter & Jelly Drive

It's Peanut Butter & Jelly Time! Join us in this friendly competition with a BIG purpose! All donations go directly to The Children's Table in Bronson to help local families in need. Men- it's your time to shine! Bring in jars of peanut butter and help your team take the lead. Ladies- we need you! Bring in jars of jelly (grape only) and show the men who really knows how to spread the love. Collection is happening all year long. You may drop off at our Chamber office or with any of our Board of Directors.

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Crowds and food vendors at the Central Florida Peanut Festival in Williston
Saturday, Oct 3, 2026

Central Florida Peanut Festival

Saturday, 9am to 3pm at Heritage Park. Free admission. Our flagship celebration of the peanut industry and the whole community, with vendors, live music, food, and family fun.

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