The Treasure Coast celebrated the holidays in true Florida fashion this week as “Surfing Santas” took to the water on Christmas Eve. The festive display occurred at Fort Pierce Inlet State Park, bringing a splash of red and white to the Atlantic Ocean.
This unique coastal tradition replaces sleighs with surfboards, as participants don full Santa Claus suits to catch waves rather than slide down chimneys. The event highlights the distinct holiday culture of the region, where outdoor recreation remains a priority even in late December.
Holiday Highlights: Surfing Santas were spotted catching waves at Fort Pierce Inlet State Park on Christmas Eve, a festive event documented in a local photo gallery.
Fort Pierce Inlet State Park, located in St. Lucie County just south of Vero Beach, is a well-known destination for surfers along the Treasure Coast. The arrival of the surfing Santas provided a visual spectacle for beachgoers and underscored the subtropical charm of spending the holidays by the sea.
