Blue Spring Adventures

Firefly Nights at Blue Spring
2025-08-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-15 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Blue Spring State Park, 2100 W. French Ave, Orange City, FL, 32763, United States
Get ready to witness the trees along the boardwalk come alive with twinkling fireflies! Each night of the season, you will experience the lights of hundreds (or thousands) of fireflies as they awaken and take flight in the woods of Blue Spring State Park.
For the first time, we are thrilled to invite you to get your tickets ahead of time and not run the risk of your chosen evening being sold out at the park gate.
The firefly season begins March 14, 2025 and runs until approximately April 15, 2025.
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The After Hours Pass allows your vehicle, with up to 8 people, to remain in the park after hours to enjoy the fireflies. You will be required to pay the normal Park Entrance Fee of $6 per vehicle with up to 8 people or $4 for a veichle with 1 person. Please arrive at the park by 7:00 pm (or earlier) and state that you are here for the after hours event. Please exit the park by 9:00 pm.

“Boo” Springs Haunted River Tour
2025-10-03 18:30 - 21:30
Join us for an exciting haunted river boat tour at “Boo” Springs
Step aboard… if you dare. This 30-minute haunted river cruise drifts into the shadows of the St. John’s River, where eerie legends come to life and not everything is as it seems. What will you encounter in the darkness? Only the river knows.
Tickets are $8 for all ages
Boat Tours leave every half hour
Candy giveaways throughout the night!
Perfect for thrill-seekers of all ages. The Outpost will be open if you need to stock up on supplies, get souvenirs or use the restroom.
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Space is limited! Reserve your spot before it disappears into the night.

“Boo” Springs Haunted River Tour
2025-10-04 18:30 - 21:30
Join us for an exciting haunted river boat tour at “Boo” Springs
Step aboard… if you dare. This 30-minute haunted river cruise drifts into the shadows of the St. John’s River, where eerie legends come to life and not everything is as it seems. What will you encounter in the darkness? Only the river knows.
Perfect for thrill-seekers of all ages. Space is limited! Reserve your spot before it disappears into the night.
Tickets are $8 for all ages
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Trunk or Treat at “Boo Spring”
2025-10-25 17:00 - 18:30
The Friends of Blue Spring State Park are hosting a Trunk or Treat at “Boo Spring” on October 25 from 5-6:30pm. Come for a wonderful family event! Please consider presenting your own trunk this year—prizes for best decorated trunk. Email connor.wagner@floridadep.gov to enter.
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Haunted Boat Tour
2025-10-25 18:30 - 21:00
October sets the stage for our Haunted River Cruise, a comfy seat on calm water with just enough goosebumps to make it memorable. Join our storyteller crew for river legends, curious sightings, and scenic stretches of the St. Johns at night.
Departs every 30 minutes from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
Seats are limited.
Bring a light jacket and your sense of fun.
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Full "Cold" Moon Boat Tours
2026-01-03 17:45 - 18:15, 2026-02-02 18:15 - 18:30
Experience the St. Johns River under the glow of the full moon. Enjoy a peaceful 30-minute evening cruise as your guide shares stories of the river’s wildlife and history beneath the shimmering “Cold Moon.”
Dates and Times:
January 3, 2026 at 5:45 PM
February 2, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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2026 Manatee Festival
2026-01-24, 2026-01-25
Make a splash in your winter plans with the beloved Orange City Manatee Festival. This crowd favorite brings live entertainment, arts and crafts, tasty local bites, and family friendly fun. The real stars glide in next door at Blue Spring State Park, where you can walk or kayak to see Florida’s gentle giants keeping cozy in the warm spring run.
Think of it as a weekend where your heart and the water stay warm. Stroll the festival, shop handmade treasures, then drift over to Blue Spring to check the manatee count. It is the perfect excuse to float into the new year with something unforgettable.
Why go

Easy shuttle to Blue Spring for premium manatee viewing
Live music and entertainment
Food vendors and a vibrant arts and crafts show
Family friendly activities
A chance to support local conservation partners

Pack your curiosity and a comfy pair of walking shoes. This is one festival where the good times really sea themselves out.
Festival Details

Valentine's Day Cruise
2026-02-14 17:45, 2026-02-14 18:15
Celebrate Valentine’s Day on the water with a peaceful evening cruise at Blue Spring. Settle in for a relaxing ride on the St. Johns River as the sun goes down and the scenery turns golden, creating a simple, romantic way to end the day.
Date and Times:
February 14, 2026 at 5:45 PM and 6:15 PM
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Full Moon Kayak Paddle
2026-05-31 19:30 - 20:30
Experience Blue Spring after dark with a guided Full Moon Kayak Paddle through the calm, spring-fed waters of the park.
Led by a guide, this special nighttime tour offers a peaceful paddle under the glow of the full moon with the chance to spot nocturnal wildlife along the way. It is a fun and memorable way to explore the water from a whole new perspective.
Space is limited to 10 guests, and advance booking is required.
Date: 5/31/2026
Time: 7:30PM
Pricing:
$70 per Person
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Participants must be ages 14 and up. Guests 18 and older must present a valid photo ID. Comfortable clothing, a towel, and a light source or reflector are recommended.
