Get ready to experience one of Citrus County's most magical holiday traditions! Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in partnership with the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, proudly presents the Celebration of Lights—an unforgettable holiday spectacle like no other.
As night falls, the park's beloved Garden of the Springs is transformed into a dazzling wonderland with a breathtaking synchronized light and sound extravaganza. Watch as thousands of twinkling lights dance in harmony with festive music, creating a mesmerizing show that delights visitors of all ages. Every evening features live entertainment, sparkling holiday displays and heartwarming cheer that fills the air. With glittering decorations, joyful tunes and a magical ambiance, the Celebration of Lights is the perfect place to make cherished holiday memories with family and friends.
For our visitors' convenience, transportation will be provided via tram from the Visitor Center parking lot on U.S. 19 to the West entrance on Fishbowl Drive. Wagons and pets are not allowed.
A variety of energetic entertainment will be featured nightly in the Garden of the Springs:
- Dec. 19 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
- December 20 Nature Coast Ukulele Friends, Family Night with Santa.
- December 21 Joe Jarrel, Acoustic Guitar.
- December 22 JoJo Jones, 60's & 70's.
- December 23 Lisa Coan, Mixed Contemporary.
- December 26 Michael Russo of "The Reflections".
- December 27 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
Get ready to experience one of Citrus County's most magical holiday traditions! Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in partnership with the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, proudly presents the Celebration of Lights—an unforgettable holiday spectacle like no other.
As night falls, the park's beloved Garden of the Springs is transformed into a dazzling wonderland with a breathtaking synchronized light and sound extravaganza. Watch as thousands of twinkling lights dance in harmony with festive music, creating a mesmerizing show that delights visitors of all ages. Every evening features live entertainment, sparkling holiday displays and heartwarming cheer that fills the air. With glittering decorations, joyful tunes and a magical ambiance, the Celebration of Lights is the perfect place to make cherished holiday memories with family and friends.
For our visitors' convenience, transportation will be provided via tram from the Visitor Center parking lot on U.S. 19 to the West entrance on Fishbowl Drive. Wagons and pets are not allowed.
A variety of energetic entertainment will be featured nightly in the Garden of the Springs:
- Dec. 19 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
- December 20 Nature Coast Ukulele Friends, Family Night with Santa.
- December 21 Joe Jarrel, Acoustic Guitar.
- December 22 JoJo Jones, 60's & 70's.
- December 23 Lisa Coan, Mixed Contemporary.
- December 26 Michael Russo of "The Reflections".
- December 27 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
Get ready to experience one of Citrus County's most magical holiday traditions! Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in partnership with the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, proudly presents the Celebration of Lights—an unforgettable holiday spectacle like no other.
As night falls, the park's beloved Garden of the Springs is transformed into a dazzling wonderland with a breathtaking synchronized light and sound extravaganza. Watch as thousands of twinkling lights dance in harmony with festive music, creating a mesmerizing show that delights visitors of all ages. Every evening features live entertainment, sparkling holiday displays and heartwarming cheer that fills the air. With glittering decorations, joyful tunes and a magical ambiance, the Celebration of Lights is the perfect place to make cherished holiday memories with family and friends.
For our visitors' convenience, transportation will be provided via tram from the Visitor Center parking lot on U.S. 19 to the West entrance on Fishbowl Drive. Wagons and pets are not allowed.
A variety of energetic entertainment will be featured nightly in the Garden of the Springs:
- Dec. 19 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
- December 20 Nature Coast Ukulele Friends, Family Night with Santa.
- December 21 Joe Jarrel, Acoustic Guitar.
- December 22 JoJo Jones, 60's & 70's.
- December 23 Lisa Coan, Mixed Contemporary.
- December 26 Michael Russo of "The Reflections".
- December 27 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
Get ready to experience one of Citrus County's most magical holiday traditions! Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in partnership with the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, proudly presents the Celebration of Lights—an unforgettable holiday spectacle like no other.
As night falls, the park's beloved Garden of the Springs is transformed into a dazzling wonderland with a breathtaking synchronized light and sound extravaganza. Watch as thousands of twinkling lights dance in harmony with festive music, creating a mesmerizing show that delights visitors of all ages. Every evening features live entertainment, sparkling holiday displays and heartwarming cheer that fills the air. With glittering decorations, joyful tunes and a magical ambiance, the Celebration of Lights is the perfect place to make cherished holiday memories with family and friends.
For our visitors' convenience, transportation will be provided via tram from the Visitor Center parking lot on U.S. 19 to the West entrance on Fishbowl Drive. Wagons and pets are not allowed.
A variety of energetic entertainment will be featured nightly in the Garden of the Springs:
- Dec. 19 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
- December 20 Nature Coast Ukulele Friends, Family Night with Santa.
- December 21 Joe Jarrel, Acoustic Guitar.
- December 22 JoJo Jones, 60's & 70's.
- December 23 Lisa Coan, Mixed Contemporary.
- December 26 Michael Russo of "The Reflections".
- December 27 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
Get ready to experience one of Citrus County's most magical holiday traditions! Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in partnership with the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, proudly presents the Celebration of Lights—an unforgettable holiday spectacle like no other.
As night falls, the park's beloved Garden of the Springs is transformed into a dazzling wonderland with a breathtaking synchronized light and sound extravaganza. Watch as thousands of twinkling lights dance in harmony with festive music, creating a mesmerizing show that delights visitors of all ages. Every evening features live entertainment, sparkling holiday displays and heartwarming cheer that fills the air. With glittering decorations, joyful tunes and a magical ambiance, the Celebration of Lights is the perfect place to make cherished holiday memories with family and friends.
For our visitors' convenience, transportation will be provided via tram from the Visitor Center parking lot on U.S. 19 to the West entrance on Fishbowl Drive. Wagons and pets are not allowed.
A variety of energetic entertainment will be featured nightly in the Garden of the Springs:
- Dec. 19 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
- December 20 Nature Coast Ukulele Friends, Family Night with Santa.
- December 21 Joe Jarrel, Acoustic Guitar.
- December 22 JoJo Jones, 60's & 70's.
- December 23 Lisa Coan, Mixed Contemporary.
- December 26 Michael Russo of "The Reflections".
- December 27 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
Join members of Florida Bat Conservancy for a bat house building workshop at Fort Cooper State Park and learn how to build and
install an effective bat house.
Bats consume millions of insect pests each year, and a well-placed bat house helps replace lost natural roosts and gives bats a place to call home. Participants will build their bat house with the guidance of an instructor and take home a bat-ready roost!
Space is limited; you must RSVP. Please call 321-890-6154 to reserve your bat house kit and register for the workshop. This workshop is appropriate for families with school-aged children with parental participation. Participants should bring a battery-operated screwdriver or drill gun with charged batteries, a phillips head screwdriver bit and a hammer. Wear comfortable, old clothes, as we will be using caulk. Close-toed shoes are also recommended.
Bring drinking water and plan for a full, two hour workshop.
Get ready to experience one of Citrus County's most magical holiday traditions! Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in partnership with the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, proudly presents the Celebration of Lights—an unforgettable holiday spectacle like no other.
As night falls, the park's beloved Garden of the Springs is transformed into a dazzling wonderland with a breathtaking synchronized light and sound extravaganza. Watch as thousands of twinkling lights dance in harmony with festive music, creating a mesmerizing show that delights visitors of all ages. Every evening features live entertainment, sparkling holiday displays and heartwarming cheer that fills the air. With glittering decorations, joyful tunes and a magical ambiance, the Celebration of Lights is the perfect place to make cherished holiday memories with family and friends.
For our visitors' convenience, transportation will be provided via tram from the Visitor Center parking lot on U.S. 19 to the West entrance on Fishbowl Drive. Wagons and pets are not allowed.
A variety of energetic entertainment will be featured nightly in the Garden of the Springs:
- Dec. 19 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
- December 20 Nature Coast Ukulele Friends, Family Night with Santa.
- December 21 Joe Jarrel, Acoustic Guitar.
- December 22 JoJo Jones, 60's & 70's.
- December 23 Lisa Coan, Mixed Contemporary.
- December 26 Michael Russo of "The Reflections".
- December 27 Billy "Elvis" Lindsey.
For 11 months in 1861, Confederate forces occupied Fort Clinch. During this time, there was no construction on the fort, but life went on. Reenactors and first-person interpreters take you back to the day-to-day happenings at a Confederate fort in Florida. Take a walk and learn how horseshoes are made, how water is filtered before drinking and why they left without firing a shot.
For 11 months in 1861, Confederate forces occupied Fort Clinch. During this time, there was no construction on the fort, but life went on. Reenactors and first-person interpreters take you back to the day-to-day happenings at a Confederate fort in Florida. Take a walk and learn how horseshoes are made, how water is filtered before drinking and why they left without firing a shot.
Fort Clinch served as a military post for several conflicts in history – one of these was the Spanish American War. Come by and learn what being in the military in the 1890s was like, what kind of weapons were used and why a fort in northern Florida was important to the defense of a nation at war with Spain. There will be layouts of equipment, drill demonstrations and more.