Step back in time at Valparaiso’s 2025 Yule of Yesteryear

VALPARAISO, Fla. — The 2025 Yule of Yesteryear is set to bring old-fashioned holiday cheer to Perrine Park on December 13, 2025, beginning at 10 a.m.

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The Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida is presenting the annual celebration, inviting families to enjoy a festive day that captures the warmth and traditions of the season.

The museum said the event will feature live music, treats, children’s activities, craft vendors, reenactors, and holiday displays inspired by historic winter gatherings.

yule of yesteryear — The Walton Guard Civil War re-enactors portray a living history of Christmas, 1861, at Yule of Yesteryear.

Four men dressed in period frontier or Civil War-era clothing standing outdoors at a living-history event, Yule of Yesteryear celebration. — Living-history interpreters are part of the Yule of Yesteryear tradition. (Contributed)

Visitors can expect a nostalgic atmosphere, with costumed interpreters, camp setups, and demonstrations that offer a glimpse into life in North Florida years past.

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The Valparaiso Garden Club, local artisans, and community groups are also participating in the celebration, offering handcrafted gifts, baked goods, and seasonal creations.

Admission is free, and organizers encourage the community to stop by, explore, and make memories with friends and family throughout the day.

The event will take place at 115 Westview Avenue in Valparaiso from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, visit heritage-museum.org or call 850-678-2615.