Winter Fairy Fest at Bok Tower Gardens featuring the Nutcracker at the Singing Tower

When winter magic drifts into Bok Tower Gardens, the forest awakens with wonder. On December 13–14, the Gardens transform into a realm of enchantment for the Winter Fairy Fest, where music, dance, and dreams come alive.

From the Singing Tower, Geert D’hollander casts a spell with breathtaking carillon performances of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, filling the air with melodies both timeless and new. Beneath the trees, a graceful ballet unfolds alongside Aerial Fairy Dancing at 12–12:45 pm and 2–2:45 pm, with fairies gliding and twirling as if lifted by magic.

The finale at the Singing Tower is Geert D’hollander’s performance of selections from The Nutcracker complete with ballet performances from the Winter Haven studio, A New Point Dance.
Meet beloved characters throughout the day:
• Fairy Meet & Greet: 10–11 am
• Sugar Plum Fairy Godmother Meet & Greet: 10–11 am, 1–2 pm, 3:30–4:30 pm
• Towering Stiltwalkers—The Nutcracker & Clara: 11 am–2 pm
• The Nutcracker performed by A New Pointe Dance and Carillonneur Geert D’hollander 3-3:30 pm

Young adventurers can also enjoy Fairy Crafts and More at Hammock Hollow from 10 am – 4 pm, plus sparkling photo opportunities and whimsical surprises at every turn.

Explore the all-new Dream Weaver: Tales from the Trees exhibit, where art and poetry bring the forest to life, and let your imagination soar.

Come wander where music becomes magic, where trees hold secrets, and where the holidays are celebrated in a world touched by enchantment.

Event Date & Time

Saturday, December 13 – Sunday December 14, 2025
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location

Bok Tower Gardens

Price

Free to members/ $20 for non-member adults, and $10 for non-member children ages 6 – 17, free for Children 5 and under (Includes Admission)
No Registration required

Not a Member? Purchase Garden Admission Here

Please Note:

To assist Bok Tower Gardens with the rising costs of online transactions, a small processing fee is required for to confirm your registration.

Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens. Tickets are available for purchase at boktower.org, in person at the Visitor Center or by phone at 863-734-1222. All programs and classes promptly begin at stated time and visitors are encouraged to arrive at least 10 minutes before class begins for check-in. Check-in begins 30 minutes prior to the class start time. Culinary events are demonstration based and late arrivals may not be accommodated. For classes held after 5 pm, the entrance gate will stay open for an additional 30 minutes after the start time. Once the gate closes, late arrivals will not be admitted. Due to the nature of culinary events held at the Outdoor Kitchen, Bok Tower Garden may attempt, but cannot guarantee, to accommodate food allergies. Dogs are not permitted at any educational program.