The days leading up to Christmas means the return of festive decor, sparkling lights and plenty of show-stopping trees throughout the city. Now, the holiday vibes are calling us up to Delray Beach, where they’ve just flipped the switch on their enormous Christmas tree — the largest in all of the state!
A tradition since 1993, this magical mammoth is often dubbed “the best Christmas tree in Florida” and stands at 100 feet, beating out Rockefeller Center’s tree by 20 feet! It began as a 50-foot tree but was expanded in 1996 to celebrate the city’s centennial. What makes it especially unique — besides its size — is that visitors can walk inside the structure, where animated displays pay tribute to the city’s history!
Holiday Village
While last night’s massive street festival and lighting ceremony may have passed, there are plenty of jolly activities to enjoy at Delray’s Holiday Village. Prepare to feel like you’ve been whisked away to the North Pole with a lineup of activities including:
- A festive carousel
- Classic photos with Santa (find specific dates here)
- Ice skating
- Mini golfing
Upcoming events
And the holiday season at Old School Square is just getting started. Here are some key events happening right at the tree throughout December:
- December 6: Holiday School Spectacular (6 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
- December 11: Twilight Tree Market (5 p.m. to 9 p.m.)
- December 13: Delray Beach Holiday Parade “Festival of Lights” (6 p.m. to 9 p.m.)
- December 14: Grand Chanukah Festival and Menorah Lighting (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
- December 18: Cocoa Cookies and Crafts (6 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
100 Ft. Christmas Tree Details
⏰ When: Open to the public daily through 2026
📍 Where: Old School Square, 51 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444