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- MLK Jr. Festival
- Community Health Fair
- Concert Series
- July 4th
- Winter Wonderland
- Christmas Tree Lighting
- Christmas Parade
Martin Luther King Jr. Festival
The Martin Luther King Jr. Festival brings the community together through local civil activists' speakers, entertainment, food trucks, and vendor booths to reflect on the principles of racial inequality and nonviolent social changes that were first introduced by Dr. King himself.
Date/Time: Monday, January 20, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Sharon Sheffield Park
Estimated attendance: 2,500
Lynn Haven Community Health Fair
This is a free community event designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, prevent and manage diseases, and make connections to health resources. Local businesses and organizations can participate by promoting their services to support a healthy community.
Date/Time: Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Senior Activity Club
Attendees Estimate: 500

Spring Concert Series
The Spring Concert Series aims to create and cultivate connections to celebrate the lively spirit of our community. Each event features a variety of musical genres from local and regional artists, along with food trucks and yard games for visitors to enjoy. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs, as seating in the park is limited.
Date/Time: Fridays, April 10 - May 1, 2026 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: Sharon Sheffield Park
Attendees Estimate: 150-500 every week
Fall Concert Series
This 4 week long series brings families together for a good time, live music, and delicious treats offered by local food trucks. This is an opportunity to support your community and highlight your business!
Date/Time: Fridays, Sept. 19 - Oct. 24, 2025 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Sharon Sheffield Park
Attendees Estimate: 150-500 each week
July 4th Celebration
Our July 4th Celebration is the largest event hosted by the city. Our parade kicks off the morning of our Independence Day Celebration. The celebration continues in the evening with a concert and fireworks at Kinsaul park. This whole day of celebration includes vendor booths, food trucks, entertainment, and so much more!
Date/Time: Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Multiple Locations
Attendees Estimate: 10,000+
Winter Wonderland
Approximately 150 vendors including local organizations, small businesses, food trucks, and individual displays gather in Sharon Sheffield Park to sell their crafts, gifts, food, and holiday décor to launch Christmas shopping in the area. In addition, there are dance and music performances lined up from local organizations, photo opportunities and story time with Mrs. Claus, and a fashion show.
Date/Time: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Sharon Sheffield Park
Participants Estimate: 5,000

Christmas Tree Lighting
Kick in the holidays with the City of Lynn Haven at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting event featuring WJHG News Channel 7 with its Holiday Spectacular concert. Attendees should bring their lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus, free hot chocolate and cookies, and food trucks on site.
Date/Time: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 | 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Sharon Sheffield Park
Participants Estimate: 2,500

Christmas Parade
Our Christmas Parade is a community-favorite daytime event that brings joy and cheer for the holiday season! Hundreds of people line along Florida Avenue and 5th Street to watch as the 80+ floats pass by with candy and toys for all.
Date/Time: Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Florida Avenue
Participants Estimate: 6,000