Take a short road trip to Punta Gorda. Fishermen’s Village will herald in the Holiday Season with their spectacular “Lighting of the Village.” This celebration is the official kick off of the annual “FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS,” a display of more than ONE MILLION LIGHTS and themed decorations. Start your evening at Sunset Beach Club as the Shane Duncan Band takes the stage at 5:00pm. Santa will arrive at 5:45 p.m. via the Punta Gorda Fire Department, followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony culminating in the grand Lighting of the Village at 6:20 p.m.! Visits with Santa and the Grinch until 9 pm after Lighting Fishermen's Village, 1200 W. Retta Esplanade Punta Gorda, FL. (Fishermen’s Village Waterfront Mall, Resort and Marina is located on Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda.