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Coming up · Saturday, December 12

Chiefland Christmas Festival & Lighted Parade

11:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Trail Head Park, 23 SE 2nd Ave, Chiefland

The festival runs 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Trail Head Park with live entertainment, food, and games. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. The Lighted Christmas Parade steps off at 6:00 p.m. (staging begins at 5:00). This year's theme is "Star Spangled Christmas," celebrating America's 250th birthday. Parade entries are due December 1; vendor application deadline is 2 weeks prior to event.

Welcome to Chiefland

Rural heart. Commercial hub.

Winner of the Florida Rural Community of the Year Award, Chiefland has stayed true to its farming heritage while growing into the commercial center of the Tri-County area. Southern hospitality isn't a slogan here — it's how business gets done along the US 19 corridor.

123
Chamber member businesses & organizations
260K+
Annual visitors to Manatee & Fanning Springs (FY 2022–23)
886
Employer establishments in Levy County (2023 Census)
32 mi
Nature Coast Trail for biking, jogging & riding
Visit Chiefland

Plan your day on the Nature Coast

Manatee tours, spring dives, trail rides, and home cooking — pick your adventure.

Membership

Put your business on the map

Join 182 local businesses and organizations. Membership starts at $85 a year and includes a listing in our member directory, monthly luncheons, referrals from the Welcome Center, and a stronger voice for local business.

Annual Events

Where the whole town shows up

Christmas Festival & Parade

Live entertainment, food, and games from 11 a.m.–4 p.m., then the Lighted Christmas Parade at 6 p.m. Chiefland's biggest winter tradition.

Event details

Rudolph Fun Run 5K

A festive 5K run/walk from Trail Head Park benefiting Chamber programs. Kids under 8 run free — costumes encouraged.

Register online

Annual Awards Banquet

Celebrating Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, and Law Enforcement of the Year.

Event details

Stop by the Welcome Center

In the Historic Train Depot at 23 SE 2nd Ave. — maps, brochures, and friendly local advice for visitors and new residents. Open Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. It's best to call ahead.

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