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Christmas will be taking over Howard Avenue as Christmas on the Avenue comes to Biloxi, Mississippi, on December 18, 19, 20 and 21, 2025. Enjoy holiday lights, live music, falling snow, and festive fun on this winter wonderland. Admission is free!
Local businesses are purchasing Christmas trees which will line Howard Avenue. The trees will be decorated on December 18, 2025, beginning at 5:30. Live music will be provided during this activity by Ground Zero. Later, the trees will be donated to families in need.
On Friday, December 19, 2025, there will be the Grand Lighting and snow will be falling at 6 pm. Black Velvet will be performing on the East Stage at 6:30 pm.
There will be a Sexiest Santa Contest and an Ugly Sweater Contest. These Best in Contests will be happening on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 6 pm. Come dressed to win!
After the holiday festival, the holiday light displays will remain on Howard Avenue where they can be enjoyed until New Year’s Eve.
If you’d like to visit Biloxi for Christmas on the Avenue, you should consider these hotels. They are all offering discounted rates which can save you money on your stay.
Biloxi is known for its fresh, delicious seafood. If you enjoyed the seafood during your stay and would like to learn more about the preparation and cooking of seafood, try these cookbooks. And you can use our links to see how you can save money on them.
- Coastal Kitchen: Nourishing Seafood Recipes for Everyday Cooking by Jenny Shea Rawn
- For The Love Of Seafood: 100 Flawless Flavorful Recipes That Anyone Can Cook by Karista Bennett
- Shellfish: Recipes with the Fresh Taste of the Sea by Cynthia Nims