Winter in Palm Coast Florida
A Season of Sunshine
Winter in Flagler County and the Palm Coast means trading snow boots for sandy toes. With endless sunshine, coastal breezes, and uncrowded beaches, it’s the perfect season to soak up the beauty of Florida’s quieter side. Palm Coast Florida weather in winter is mild but still warm, with average temperatures in the 60’s & 70’s. Flagler is a snowbird’s paradise, and paradise in general. Here are some of the best reasons to visit Flagler Beach in wintertime.
Palm Coast Beach Things To Do In Winter
Whether you are planning a Palm Coast Christmas, winter break, or just looking for a getaway to escape the cold, here are some of the best winter activities to inspire fun in Flagler.
Go Holiday Shopping in the European Village
The Palm Coast European Village is where the inspiration of European markets meets Florida flair. This pretty pastel plaza is home to dozens of small local businesses where you can find gifts with a major wow factor. With tasty restaurants and live entertainment too, this center makes holiday shopping feel more like a party.
Celebrate National Margarita Day at Salty Rim Bar & Grill
February 22 is the day the US raises a toast to the margarita, and if you are in Flagler there is no better place to celebrate than the Salty Rim Bar & Grill, which boasts over 9+ versions of the drink on its menu. Here, sipping margs is in style all season, because we believe that the only thing that should be frosty in winter is your drink, and salt on your glass beats salting your driveway any day!
Enjoy Winter Fishing on the Palm Coast
While icy waters in other parts of the country mean fewer bites, the warm waters of the Florida Coast are a fisherman’s dream. Close to shore, sheepshead, bluefish, and whiting are abundant, with even more catches waiting out at sea. Find a spot on the sand or get yourself a charter and cast out a line.
Pretend It’s Still Summer at Princess Place Preserve
This nature reserve is rich with history and lush with tropical trees. Stroll among the live oak hammocks, pine forests, and salt marshes and watch the wildlife, including alligators, heron, armadillos, and the first eagle babies of the season starting to hatch in January. Enjoy favorite summer activities like hiking, camping, and kayaking in the heart of winter. If you love horseback riding, winter is the best time to canter through Princess Place Preserve, as the cooler temps keep horses comfortable and able to ride for hours.
Get a Jump on those New Years Resolutions at Compass
Don’t wait until the end of vacation to dive into good habits. Start the new year fresh with a workout at the fitness center or swimming laps in the sparkling outdoor pool. Or, if your resolution is to have more fun, head to the beach or raise a glass at the rooftop Chill Bar.
Take a Romantic Beach Getaway to Flagler Beach
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, nothing says romance like salty breezes, soft sand between your toes, and sunsets that paint the sky in shades of paradise. A beach getaway is the perfect way to slow down together, whether you choose candlelit seafood dinners or dancing to live bands at a beachfront bar. With every wave, the world feels a little farther away and love feels a little closer.
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Winter Palm Coast Events
Unlike in colder climates, events do not hibernate when winter hits in Flagler. Here are some of the most fun happenings during December, January, and February.
Fantasy Lights Festival
In December in Flagler Florida, When the sun goes down, Central Park lights up with the Fantasy Lights Festival. Visitors enjoy dozens of glowing displays, Santa’s Village and a Christmas train, festive tunes, and holiday magic at every turn. Part of the fun is a yearly night market where you can browse dozens of local artists and shops for the perfect present while stuffing yourself at food trucks.
Palm Coast Holiday Boat Parade
This festive parade is a Florida tradition that sees boats decked out brighter than a tiki bar. The free event typically takes place during the second weekend of December, and lights the waterways up with glowing boats, great music, and holiday cheer. Trade your cozy holiday blanket for a beach chair or towel and embrace a new kind of December chill.
Palm Coast Strawberry Fest
Imagine being surrounded by bright juicy strawberries in the middle of winter. Every February, this dream becomes a reality for lucky Palm Coast locals and visitors. Besides berries galore, the event serves up entertainment like monster truck rides, bounce houses, petting farms, and pie-eating contests.
Flagler Beach Arts & Crafts Winter Festival
At the shore, shopping for treasure is not just for the holidays. The Flagler Beach Arts & Crafts Winter Festival takes place in February and brings dozens of vendors and artists to Veterans Park to display and sell their works. Enjoy the charming coastal art, and maybe take some home with you!
Find Your Palm Coast Beach Winter Hideaway
In December, January, and February, the Palm Coast is a dream getaway for snowbirds, holidays, winter break, Valentine’s Day, or just to chill while escaping the chill. Flagler Beach hotels are all about the no-snow & more sun and sand mindset, none more so than the island vibes of Compass Flagler Beach. It’s time to hibernate in a breezy suite, watch early ocean sunsets on the beach, and stay where holiday cheer has a dash of sunscreen and a splash of tropical cocktails.
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