First Day Hike
Thursday, January 1, 2026 9:00 am

Join our rangers for a guided hike along aligator point road. We plan to hike around a mile and half total. We'll discuss seasonal changes at the park and how wildlife react to those changes. We'll likely encounter some interesting birdlife along the way. Reservations are required as hike is limited to 30 people. Please call the park ranger station to sign up. We recommend closed toed shoes, water bottle, binoculas and cameras. There are no facilities in the area.

Pennekamp First Day Hikes And Birthday Bash
Thursday, January 1, 2026 9:30 am

January 1st is not only New Years Day but is also the birthday of our park's namesake, John Pennekamp. Visitors can join us at the park to celebrate the new year, Pennekamp's birthday, and the amazing resources he helped secure and protect. We will be offering three guided walks and two self-guided scavenger hunt-based walks during this event.

Festival Of Lights
Wednesday, December 24, 2025 5:00 pm

Holiday Lights with ALL Holiday Magic Nights!  

The lights come on at dusk and the last ticket sold nightly will be 30 minutes before the park closes. Christmas Eve will be our only Silent Night. 

If you are interested in volunteering or creating a light display, please contact the park at 386-397-7009

Festival Of Lights
Tuesday, December 23, 2025 5:00 pm

Holiday Lights with ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.

The lights come on at dusk and the last ticket sold nightly will be 30 minutes before the park closes.

Christmas Eve will be our only Silent Night.

If you are interested in volunteering or creating a light display, please contact the park at 386-397-7009

Festival Of Lights
Monday, December 22, 2025 5:00 pm

Holiday Lights with ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.

The lights come on at dusk and the last ticket sold nightly will be 30 minutes before the park closes.

Christmas Eve will be our only Silent Night.

If you are interested in volunteering or creating a light display, please contact the park at 386-397-7009

Festival Of Lights
Sunday, December 21, 2025 5:00 pm

Holiday Lights with ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.

The lights come on at dusk and the last ticket sold nightly will be 30 minutes before the park closes.

Christmas Eve will be our only Silent Night.

If you are interested in volunteering or creating a light display, please contact the park at 386-397-7009

Festival Of Lights
Saturday, December 20, 2025 5:00 pm

Holiday Lights with ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.

The lights come on at dusk and the last ticket sold nightly will be 30 minutes before the park closes.

Christmas Eve will be our only Silent Night.

If you are interested in volunteering or creating a light display, please contact the park at 386-397-7009

Festival Of Lights
Friday, December 19, 2025 5:00 pm

Holiday Lights with ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.

The lights come on at dusk and the last ticket sold nightly will be 30 minutes before the park closes.

Christmas Eve will be our only Silent Night.

If you are interested in volunteering or creating a light display, please contact the park at 386-397-7009

Festival Of Lights
Thursday, December 18, 2025 5:00 pm

Holiday Lights with ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.

The lights come on at dusk and the last ticket sold nightly will be 30 minutes before the park closes.

Christmas Eve will be our only Silent Night.

If you are interested in volunteering or creating a light display, please contact the park at 386-397-7009

Festival Of Lights
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 5:00 pm

Holiday Lights with ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.

The lights come on at dusk and the last ticket sold nightly will be 30 minutes before the park closes.

Christmas Eve will be our only Silent Night.

If you are interested in volunteering or creating a light display, please contact the park at 386-397-7009