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OCTOBER 2026

SCARECROW CONTEST

See Scarecrows Decorated Around Canal St.

CANAL STREET NIGHTS

Enjoy a bewitching evening with trick-or-treating for the children and a beer garden for the adults.

EVERY SATURDAY

Farmer's Market

7:00am-12:00 pm

Rain or Shine

Our market brings together the best of farm-to-table freshness, featuring locally grown fruits and vegetables, handmade artisan products, unique crafts, prepared foods, and much more.

Come experience the charm of shopping local, supporting small businesses, and connecting with the vibrant community that makes New Smyrna Beach special.

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1st SATURDAY - October 3, 2026

Art & Artisan Stroll

9:00am-3:00pm

Every 1st Saturday, Canal Street hosts vendors in tents presenting their handmade products for sale. Featuring live music from 11am-1pm by James Wise. Old Enough to Know Better from 1:30-3:30pm, at the corner of Canal St. & Live Oak.

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Tickets & Information

Sip & Stroll Map

Sip & Stroll

1:00-6:00pm

Every 1st Saturday, sample craft beers and unique wines as you stroll through the Canal Street Historic District. Tickets will include your self-guided passport, drink tickets, wristband, and

souvenir glass. See participating businesses below.

Tickets can be also be purchased at the Info Booth at the corner of Live Oak & Canal Street on the day of the event.

Sip & Stroll Participating Businesses:

Cafe Del Soul	City Market Bistro	CorkScrew Bar & Grille
Crimson House	Decant Wine Bar & Shop	Jane's Art Center
Jimmy Hula's	Panheads Pizzeria	River Deck
Riverpark Terrace	Sugarworks Distillery	The General Public House
The Hub on Canal	Little Griddle

Gallery Walk

4:00-7:00pm

Every 1st Saturday, visit the Arts District for new exhibitions at various local galleries. Explore Canal Street for the many shops with original local art for sale.

See the latest Gallery Exhibitions:

October Gallery Exhibitions

New Art Installation

Check out the new art installation that was recently set up!

Rusty Ron Ray (stingray) was generously donated by Matilda's Creations, with supplies provided by New Smyrna Athletic Club. You can find it at the corner of Canal Street and Palmetto.

OCTOBER EVENTS ON CANAL

Classic Cars on Canal

2nd Saturday

October 10, 3-6pm

Every month on the second Saturday. Stroll beautiful Canal Street while viewing cars of all years, makes, and models. Free Admission.

(No parking of show cars before 2pm)

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Canal Street Nights | Octoberfest

NEW - 1st Annual Beer Garden

October 15, 2026 - 5-8:30PM

1st Annual Beer Garden at Christmas Park!

Live Music with Lucy Spotts at Wirth Gallery, Another Day in Paradise at the corner of Orange & Canal, and Jim & Tina at the east end of Canal St.

Witches from The Hub will be in attendance.

Kids are welcome to wear costumes for a fun night of children's activities and trick-or-treating with store merchants passing out candy.

Stop by to see all of the Scarecrows decorated along Canal St.

NSB Utilities Commission

Public Power Day - 5-7pm

Live Entertainment - Children's special themed show by actors from the Little Theater of NSB.

Kids can explore a "bat cave" inflatable and wear their favorite Halloween costumes for early trick-or-treating.

Meet the Linemen: Utilities crews and local linemen will be handing out goodies, giving out prizes, and greeting the public.

Vendor Info & Registration Link

1st ANNUAL SCARECROW CONTEST

Take a stroll down Canal Street to admire the fantastic scarecrows crafted by local businesses and organizations! All scarecrows will be on display by October 8th. Bring your friends and family, and don't forget to vote for your favorite!

From October 9-14, the public can vote for their favorite scarecrow! Ballot boxes will be available at:

Victoria Meeting Center
Yellow Dog Eats
Crimson House
Cafe del Soul

Winners will be announced during Canal Street Nights, October 15th, 7pm in front of Wirth Gallery, 304 Canal St.

On behalf of the Canal Street Historic District, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous sponsorship of Christmas on Canal. Your contribution has enabled us to unite our community once again in the holiday spirit on Canal Street.

TITLE SPONSOR FOR CHRISTMAS ON CANAL

View our sponsors and visit their websites

by clicking the links below!

SPARK THE SPIRIT

Friday, November 27, 2026 | 5-7:30pm

3-5pm | Children's Activites sponsored by the NSB Utilities Commission
6pm | Tree lighting & Santa's Grand Entrance at Christmas Park

Join us for Christmas on Canal Street in beautiful downtown New Smyrna Beach. Experience Santa’s grand entrance at Christmas Park. Winter Wonderland activities for the kids, a tree lighting ceremony, and live entertainment make this a family-friendly event. Children's activities will include actors & carolers performing from the NSB Little Theatre. Hot Chocolate & cookies!

Live Music by Christie Beu from 5-7:30pm

Canal Street Historic District brings the Spirit of the holidays to Christmas Park, at the corner of Live Oak and Canal Street. Our stores and restaurants have extended hours, and Canal Street will be closed to traffic to accommodate pedestrians.

COASTAL CHRISTMAS MARKET

Saturday, November 28, 2026

9am-5pm

Come and join us for a day of festive shopping and dining on Canal Street. Our merchants look forward to welcoming you into their shops to find hidden treasures.

Live music by Lucy Spotts (vocals & guitar) from 1-4pm in front of Wirth Gallery.

Many gifts and holiday decorations will be handcrafted by over 80 talented local artisans. Bring the family along for a fun-filled day of shopping and dining. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to shop for unique holiday items while enjoying the amazing restaurant options on Canal Street.

Holiday Window Decorating Contest:

Merchants' windows will be all dressed up for the holidays. You will have an opportunity to vote for your favorite window between Nov. 27th & December 2nd. Ballot boxes will be at the General Public House.

GIRLS' NIGHT OUT

Thursday, December 3, 2026

5-8:30pm

Bring your Christmas list and knock it out in a fun and festive atmosphere in just a few hours. The streets and shops are decked out for the holidays. This event is FREE to attend, so gather your friends and kick off the season with this exciting shopping experience. Canal Street merchants will provide refreshments and holiday specials.

Treat yourself to a fun-filled evening of shopping and delicious dining.

Live music by Rick Grano on guitar & vocals, as well as Jaime Hollis on saxophone. Lucy Spotts will be at the Wirth Gallery. Tres Duo will be playing from 5:30-8:30 in front of Prima & Kountry Klutter.

Raffle tickets will be available at Christmas Park (corner of Canal and Live Oak). Cash only | no need to be present to win.

Canal Street will be closed to traffic for Girls’ Night Out. Parking is available in the off-street parking lots.

NEW SMYRNA BEACH CHRISTMAS PARADE

The Traditions of Christmas

Saturday, December 5, 2026 - 3pm-6pm

Registration is open for the 2026 Christmas Parade; the deadline is November 13, 2026, at 5pm or until all spots are filled.

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39TH ANNUAL SE VOLUSIA HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE

Saturday, December 12, 2026 (Dusk)

Hosted by the Anglers Yacht Club, the parade begins in Edgewater near marker 53 and continues north to Riverside Park in NSB for judging.

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