Canal Street Historic District upcoming events

Farmers' Market (every Saturday) 7am - 12pm (July 28, 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Farmer's Market rain or shine Every Saturday 7:00 am - 12:00 pm. Conveniently located at 210 Sams Avenue

Scarecrow Contest Registration (August 12, 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

** CSHD Members - Log In first, then you will be able to register your free scarecrow.

1st Annual Scarecrow Contest Registration

Contest Viewing Dates: October 1 – November 5

TIMELINE

Registration Deadline: Sept 26th
Display Period: Oct 1 – Nov 5
Judging: before Oct 15th
Winners Announced: Oct 15th, 7:00 PM in front of Wirth Gallery

CASH PRIZES

1st Place: $100
2nd Place: $75
3rd Place: $25
People's Choice: $75 + Gift Card

REGISTRATION FEES

Families: $25.00

CSHD Members: FREE

Businesses (non-CSHD member): $75.00

Schools / Churches: FREE (Max 2 complimentary groups per school)

CONTEST RULES

Family-friendly: no gore, blood, or violence
No political themes
Weather-resistant and securely constructed
Organizers reserve the right to refuse entries

JUDGING CRITERIA

Creativity: 25 pts
Craftsmanship: 25 pts
Seasonal Spirit: 25 pts
Visual Impact: 25 pts
100 Total

1st Saturday - Art & Artisan Stroll (September 05, 2026)

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

1st Saturday in Downtown NSB! Take a stroll and enjoy Art, Antiques and MORE! Art & Artisan Stroll Shopping and Sidewalk Sales. Featuring live music from 11:00am to 1:00pm. "RhythmWorks Band" featured from 1:30 - 3:30pm in September.

Vendor Cost is $25 prepaid / $30 day of event.

1st Saturday - Sip & Stroll (September 05, 2026)

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Sip & Stroll in the Canal Street Historic District the First Saturday of the month from 1pm -6pm. Tickets are $25 (includes tax) and includes your self-guided passport, drink tickets, wristband, and souvenir glass. Enjoy refreshing craft beer and wine from our 11 participating locations. Returning participants with their souvenir glass enjoy $2 discount.

Tickets can be purchased the day of the event in person at the Info Booth or online until 5pm. We can only accept cash payments the day of the event. Participants must be 21 years of age or older, proof of age is required at check-in. Please bring your entire party and PayPal receipt to the Info Booth to begin your exciting walk through NSB history.

*Please Stroll Responsibly

PLEASE NOTE TICKETS MAY NOT BE PICKED UP AT CRIMSON HOUSE OR RIVERPARK TERRACE… TICKETS MAY ONLY BE PICKED UP AT INFO BOOTH AT CHRISTMAS PARK

1st Saturday - Gallery Walk (September 05, 2026)

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

The Arts District shines during Gallery Walk on 1st Saturdays. Don't miss new exhibitions at Arts on Douglas, The Artists' Workshop and Jane's Art Center. Round out your gallery tour at The Hub and David Wirth Gallery. You'll also find original art for sale at Wild Oats & Billy Goats and VIctoria Meeting Center. Visit the New Smyrna Beach History Museum free of charge during Gallery Walk.

2nd Saturday - Classic Cars on Canal (September 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Join us the second Saturday of each month 3-6pm (except July & August)

Free to everyone

Shopping, Dining, Tunes by DJ Frank

No show parking before 2pm

Scarecrow Contest (October 01, 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

To register your scarecrow, please visit the registration page: Click Here

Vote for your favorite in the People's Choice contest by October 15th.

1st Saturday - Art & Artisan Stroll (October 03, 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

1st Saturday in Downtown NSB! Take a stroll and enjoy Art, Antiques and MORE! Art & Artisan Stroll Shopping and Sidewalk Sales. Featuring live music from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

Vendor Cost is $25 prepaid / $30 day of event.

1st Saturday - Gallery Walk (October 03, 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

2nd Saturday - Classic Cars on Canal (October 10, 2026)

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Join us the second Saturday of each month 3-6pm

Free to everyone

Shopping, Dining, Tunes by DJ Frank

No show parking before 2pm

Canal Street Nights Street Festival (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Shop. Dine. Discover. Enjoy.
Spend the evening on Canal Street.

Enjoy extended shopping hours at your favorite Canal Street businesses, explore a variety of artisan and specialty vendors, grab a bite from our local restaurants and food trucks, and enjoy live entertainment as you stroll the district.

Canal Street Nights Street Festival (November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Shop. Dine. Discover. Enjoy.
Spend the evening on Canal Street.

Coastal Christmas Market (November 28, 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Shop Local Artisans & Canal Street Merchants

Canal Street Nights Street Festival (February 18, 2027)

Thu, 18 Feb 2027 05:00:00 GMT

Shop. Dine. Discover. Enjoy.
Spend the evening on Canal Street.

Canal Street Nights Street Festival (March 18, 2027)

Thu, 18 Mar 2027 04:00:00 GMT

Shop. Dine. Discover. Enjoy.
Spend the evening on Canal Street.