Daytona Beach's Christmas Parade

Ring in the holidays on Beach Street with the City of Daytona Beach at the Toys, Trains and Candy Canes Christmas Parade Saturday, Dec. 14, starting at 6 p.m. The parade will begin at Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard and travel south on Beach Street to Jackie Robinson Parkway. Enjoy festive floats, local bands and performances by community organizations. Afterward, stay with us for a spectacular fireworks show on City Island, presented by the City of Daytona Beach Community Redevelopment Agency. It’s the perfect way to wrap up this festive evening and create lasting memories with your loved ones. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled holiday celebration for the whole family! 

Thank you to our sponsors! 

Brown and Brown Insurance, City of Daytona Beach Community Redevelopment Agency and the City of Daytona Beach.

Connectivity Efforts on Main Street

Daytona Beach’s City Commission, acting as the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), unanimously approved a key project to reimagine the Main Street and Ocean Avenue areas. The $59,100 allocation, funded through the Main Street Redevelopment CRA Trust, will support the development of a comprehensive conceptual landscape design. 

Focusing on streetscape enhancements, this initiative seeks to create an attractive and functional environment spanning Main Street, from Peninsula Drive to the beach, S. Ocean Avenue to Harvey Avenue and Harvey Avenue to the Halifax River. By creating connectivity and revitalizing the streetscape, the project aims to encourage new business investments, job creation and increased property values in the Main Street Redevelopment Area. 

Key features of the project include:

• Conceptual streetscape designs with multiple roadway, pedestrian, landscaping and lighting options. 
• Enhanced pedestrian and bicycle pathways for better connectivity. 
• Integrated designs for public and private properties, promoting cohesive area development. 
• Visual presentations and cross-sections for stakeholders and public discussion. 

“This project is a crucial step in transforming the Main Street area into a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly space that benefits residents, businesses and visitors alike,” said Redevelopment Director Ken Thomas. “The support from Catalyst Design Group will help align the redevelopment efforts with the community’s vision for the future.” 

Catalyst Design Group will deliver detailed design options, including visual renderings and cost estimates. A series of workshops and presentations will provide opportunities for collaboration with city officials, stakeholders and residents.

Elf Contest

Congratulations to our Week 1 winner, who was selected and awarded a $50 Target gift card for submitting photos of Elfie participating at our Stadium Movie Night! 

Join the holiday fun with our Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt Contest! Elfie will be hidden at various locations around the community, and we need your help to find her! 

Here's how to participate: 

• Find Elfie: Look for Elfie at different spots each week—Dec. 13 and Dec. 18. Follow us on social media for clues! 
• Take a Photo: Once you find Elfie, snap a photo (without touching her) and make sure she’s clearly visible. 
• Submit Your Photo: Send your photo via Direct Message on social media or by email to communications@codb.us. 
• Get an Entry: Each photo counts as one entry for a chance to win exciting prizes! 

Winner Announcements: 

• Dec. 16 (for photos submitted by Dec. 15) 
• Dec. 23 (for photos submitted by Dec. 22) 

*The contest is open to all ages. Don’t forget to follow us and see if you're one of the lucky winners!

Holiday Trash & Recycling Update

With Christmas and New Year's Day falling on Wednesdays this year, there will be changes to the yard waste and recycling collection schedule. 

Yard waste will be collected on Saturday, Dec. 28 and Saturday, Jan. 4. Additionally, residents with Wednesday recycling pickup will have their collection on these Saturdays as well. 

Please mark your calendars and plan accordingly!

MLK Community Health Fair 

Join us for a free Health Fair on Saturday, Jan. 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Daisy Stocking Park, 555 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd. This family-friendly event, organized by the National Panhellenic Council, Kappa Alpha Psi, Mayo Clinic and the City of Daytona Beach. This event will feature a variety of health vendors, food and activities for children. 

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn more about health resources and enjoy a fun day with your community!

Midtown Music Concert Series

The Midtown Music Concert Series offers the perfect opportunity for a night out with family and friends. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and get ready to enjoy great live music in the beautiful, open-air setting of Daisy Stocking Park, 555 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd. The park’s recent renovations have enhanced the venue, making it an even better spot to soak in the tunes and feel the groove. This year’s monthly concert series will be from January to May to offer attendees a more comfortable outdoor experience. Unlike previous years, when the events were held during summer months, this season’s lineup is perfectly timed to enjoy the fresh, cooler evening air while dancing and singing along with your favorite tunes.

Dates for the free concerts from 7 to 9 p.m. are: 

• January 25 
• February 22 
• March 29 
• April 26 
• May 31 

Visit www.DaytonaBeach.gov/MidtownMusic for more details.