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December 21 - 27

Share a Wish with Santa at the Florida Aquarium

Meet Santa at our wintry wharf and share your holiday wishes during a magical, picture-perfect visit!

  • 8:00 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: www.flaquarium.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Feeding Tours at Once Upon a Cattle

Join a fun and interactive 45-minute group farm tour! You'll get to feed and brush our Highland cows, play with ...

Shoott Mini Photo Sessions at Bayfront Beach at Westshore

Book your FREE 30 minute personal photo shoot. Pay only for the photos you want starting at $25 each. You’ll ...

Shoott Mini Photo Sessions at Westchase

Book your FREE 30 minute personal photo shoot. Pay only for the photos you want starting at $25 each. You’ll ...

Sunday Breakfast Bowl at Pin Chasers

We know Sundays are for families - so bring the whole family to Pin Chasers for unlimited bowling plus breakfast! Breakfast ...

Gingerbread Village at Glazer Children's Museum

Celebrate the holidays at GCM with a gingerbread-inspired winter wonderland! In Gingerbread Village, you and the family can build gingerbread ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Glazer Children's Museum, 110 W Gasparilla Plz, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: Included with admission
  • Website: glazermuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

YuleTides at the Florida Aquarium

Immerse yourself in a coastal holiday celebration where ocean life sparkles under twinkling lights, Santa makes seaside visits, and every ...

Holidays at the Manor at Jekyll Hyde Park

Gilded tiers, twinkling lights, and the coziest cups of cheer. Holiday at the Manor High Tea is now pouring—reserve your ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Jekyll Hyde Park, 705 S Oregon Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
  • Cost: Starting at $35
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Light the World Giving Machine at Clearwater Mall

For the first time ever in the Tampa Bay Area, the Light the World Giving Machine is coming to the ...

  • 10:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Clearwater Mall, 2719 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Suite 1120, Clearwater, FL 33764
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Market at Water Street Tampa

Sundays start fresh with The Market at Water Street Tampa. Join us to shop 60+ local food and wellness-focused vendors ...

Victorian Christmas Stroll at Henry B. Plant Museum

Tampa’s favorite holiday tradition returns with the 44th Annual Victorian Christmas Stroll! What began as a three-day candlelight tour in ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Henry Plant Museum, 401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606
  • Cost: $20/Adults | $18/Ages 65+ | $14/Ages 4-18 | 3 & Under Free
  • Website: www.plantmuseum.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Winter Festival at Raprager Family Farms

Holiday Decor Lights Photo Ops Galor Santa Mr. Grunch Merry Market (Vendors) Sweet Shop & Christmas Fudge/Treats Crafts Barn with Elves & Mrs. Claus Axe Throwing Huge Animal Petting ...

Putt the Pier at St Pete Pier

Join us for the Annual Putt the Pier: Holiday Edition on the St. Pete Pier. Don't miss your chance to ...

Santa Photos at The Shops at Wiregrass

Whether it's your first holiday season or a lasting family tradition, The Shops at Wiregrass welcomes you to the Santa ...

Cyber Bowling Kid's Matinee at Pin Chasers Veterans

Cyber Bowling is the fusion of high energy entertainment and bowling where anything is possible! Your favorite music and club ...

Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park

Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa's Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Park! Located ...

Winter in Paradise Ice Skating at Mirada Lagoon

Celebrate the holiday season and make magical memories while ice skating in paradise! Ice skating includes a 30-minute session and ...

Santa Brunch Cruises at Yacht StarShip

Even Santa needs a break from the snow! You’re invited to set sail with Santa Claus aboard the Yacht StarShip ...

  • 12:30 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Yacht StarShip, 603 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: yachtstarship.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cyber Bowling Kid's Matinee at Pin Chasers Midtown

Cyber Bowling is the fusion of high energy entertainment and bowling where anything is possible! Your favorite music and club ...

Family Axe Throwing at Highland Axe Throwing

Our axe throwing experience is for groups of 2 to 4 guests per lane. Your group gets a dedicated target, ...

Family Day at Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen

Join us for an afternoon packed with fun for all ages! DJ Tanya Lewis bringing the energy with music the ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen - 11109 N. 30th St, Tampa, FL 33612
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.yuengling.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Feeding Tours at Once Upon a Cattle

Join a fun and interactive 45-minute group farm tour! You'll get to feed and brush our Highland cows, play with ...

Next Generation Ballet's Nutcracker at Straz Center

Enter Clara and Drosselmeyer's fantastical world of dancing sweets, sword-fighting rodents and some of ballet's most famous music. Next Generation ...

Meet and Greet: Elsa and Anna at Mirada Lagoon

Meet Elsa and Anna for a magical, kid-friendly meet and greet where little ones can share warm hugs, take photos, ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Mirada Lagoon, 31461 Mirada Blvd, San Antonio, FL 33576
  • Cost: Included with All Day Ticket
  • Website: www.metrolagoons.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cyber Bowling Kid's Matinee at Pin Chasers East Pasco

Cyber Bowling is the fusion of high energy entertainment and bowling where anything is possible! Your favorite music and club ...

Tampa Theatre Holiday Classics

Grab your ugly sweaters and popcorn, our Holiday Classics series is back! Nov. 30 at 3pm: Miracle on 34th Street ...

Chanukah Cybertruck Celebration

A Unique Holiday Experience by Chabad Social Circle North Tampa & Chabad Israeli Center of Tampa. Join Us for an Unforgettable ...

Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at ZooTampa with the return of Christmas in the Wild, featuring one ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
  • Cost: $29.95/Sundays-Fridays, $34.95/Saturdays
  • Website: zootampa.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

College Day at the Giving Machine

Join us at the Giving Machine to celebrate college spirit, the spirit of giving, and a chance to win some ...

A Pirates Christmas Cruise at Lost Pearl

Yo, ho, ho, and a holiday cheer! Set sail on Lost Pearl’s Pirate’s Christmas Cruise and celebrate the season with ...

North Pole Express at Florida Railroad Museum

Join us this December for a 35-minute ride from Parrish, FL to the North Pole. Upon arrival, everyone will detrain ...

Celebration of Lights and Christmas Train at The Grand Concourse Railroad

Hop aboard the Grand Concourse Railroad Christmas Train and ride through a magical journey to Winter Wonderland — filled with ...

Christmas Lane at Florida Strawberry Festival Grounds

Over 2000 volunteer hours have prepared the winter wonderland full of the magic of Christmas at every turn. With over ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Strawberry Festival Grounds, 2508 W. Oak Ave, Plant City, FL 33563
  • Cost: $12/Ages 13+, $10/Ages 4-12, Free/Ages 3 and Under
  • Website: www.christmaslane.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Country Christmas at HarvestMoon Fun Farm

Celebrate the magic of the holidays with family and friends at HarvestMoon Fun Farm! Experience the wonder of our dazzling ...

Next Generation Ballet's Nutcracker at Straz Center

Enter Clara and Drosselmeyer's fantastical world of dancing sweets, sword-fighting rodents and some of ballet's most famous music. Next Generation ...

Winter Wonderland Clearwater

People from all over the world have visited Winter Wonderland, gazing in awe at the thousands of lights that adorn ...

Wonderland of Lights

THE WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS features hundreds of displays to delight the entire family! This memorable experience is open nightly.

Shimmering Lights Winter Walk Thru

Experience the Magic of Christmas at the Shimmering Lights Winter Walk-Thru! Step into a holiday wonderland where twinkling lights, joyful music, ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: SunKissed Acres, 2302 N Dover Rd, Dover, FL 33527
  • Cost: $9.00 Thurs./Sun., $9.50 Fri./Sat. per person ages 4 and up
  • Website: buytickets.at
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

North Pole Express at Florida Railroad Museum

Join us this December for a 35-minute ride from Parrish, FL to the North Pole. Upon arrival, everyone will detrain ...

Share a Wish with Santa at the Florida Aquarium

Meet Santa at our wintry wharf and share your holiday wishes during a magical, picture-perfect visit!

  • 8:00 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: www.flaquarium.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Mommy and Me Mondays at The Lakes Social

Join us every Monday for a mommy and me Monday. We have games and toys located in our kids corner! Enjoy ...

No School Days at Humane Society of Tampa Bay

All kids want to have fun… especially when they are out of school! No School Days at the Humane Society ...

Fit4Mom Mondays at Midtown Tampa

Mondays are for the moms! Meet us in the middle for a variety of fitness classes from the nation’s leading ...

Gingerbread Village at Glazer Children's Museum

Celebrate the holidays at GCM with a gingerbread-inspired winter wonderland! In Gingerbread Village, you and the family can build gingerbread ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Glazer Children's Museum, 110 W Gasparilla Plz, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: Included with admission
  • Website: glazermuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Mondays Music and Play at K Peas Place

Join us with your babies, toddlers and preschoolers for a fun morning of enrichment! Bring socks for grown ups, kids optional ...

YuleTides at the Florida Aquarium

Immerse yourself in a coastal holiday celebration where ocean life sparkles under twinkling lights, Santa makes seaside visits, and every ...

Light the World Giving Machine at Clearwater Mall

For the first time ever in the Tampa Bay Area, the Light the World Giving Machine is coming to the ...

  • 10:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Clearwater Mall, 2719 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Suite 1120, Clearwater, FL 33764
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Mothercraft at Community Roots Collective

MotherCraft is Back! We're thrilled to announce the return of MotherCraft in our beautiful new space! Join us every Monday morning ...

Santa Photos at The Shops at Wiregrass

Whether it's your first holiday season or a lasting family tradition, The Shops at Wiregrass welcomes you to the Santa ...

Victorian Christmas Stroll at Henry B. Plant Museum

Tampa’s favorite holiday tradition returns with the 44th Annual Victorian Christmas Stroll! What began as a three-day candlelight tour in ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Henry Plant Museum, 401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606
  • Cost: $20/Adults | $18/Ages 65+ | $14/Ages 4-18 | 3 & Under Free
  • Website: www.plantmuseum.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Babytime at Temple Terrace Library

Encourage language development with stories, music, bouncing, and bubbles. Mondays at 10:30am for ages 0 to 24 months with a ...

Little Learners Academy at Land O' Lakes Recreation Center

Our classes include: Reading & early literacy Social-emotional learning Alphabet, numbers, colors & shapes Singing, dancing & movement Hands-on learning activities Note: This is not a ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 pm 
  • Location: Land O' Lakes Recreation Complex 3032 Collier Pkwy, Land o' Lakes, FL 34639
  • Cost: $20/Class or $60/4 Classes
  • Website: l.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Putt the Pier at St Pete Pier

Join us for the Annual Putt the Pier: Holiday Edition on the St. Pete Pier. Don't miss your chance to ...

Santa's Workshop Challenge Event at The After School Scholar

Get ready for an extraordinary holiday experience! Your kids are invited to Challenge Island's STEM Santa's Workshop Event, where they'll ...

Toddler Time at Charles J. Fendig Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills. For children ages 18-36 months ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Charles J. Fendig Public Library, 3909 West Neptune St, Tampa, FL 33629
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: attend.hcplc.org
  • Category: Library Programs

Kids Zone: Letters to Santa and Mini Stocking Decorating at Mirada Lagoon

Kids can get festive at the Craft Station with Letters to Santa and Mini Stocking Decorating, creating holiday keepsakes and ...

Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park

Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa's Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Park! Located ...

Winter in Paradise Ice Skating at Mirada Lagoon

Celebrate the holiday season and make magical memories while ice skating in paradise! Ice skating includes a 30-minute session and ...

Coffee and Capybaras with CapyCove at Kahwa

If you want to play with a capybara, take photos and get an amazing latte, we will be at Kahwa ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Kahwa Coffee, 4530 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
  • Cost: $40
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Next Generation Ballet's Nutcracker at Straz Center

Enter Clara and Drosselmeyer's fantastical world of dancing sweets, sword-fighting rodents and some of ballet's most famous music. Next Generation ...

Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at ZooTampa with the return of Christmas in the Wild, featuring one ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
  • Cost: $29.95/Sundays-Fridays, $34.95/Saturdays
  • Website: zootampa.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

A Pirates Christmas Cruise at Lost Pearl

Yo, ho, ho, and a holiday cheer! Set sail on Lost Pearl’s Pirate’s Christmas Cruise and celebrate the season with ...

Kids Party at Steak 'n Shake Wesley Chapel

Free balloon animals and face painting for the entire family! We are also offering food specials that can't be beat! ...

Country Christmas at HarvestMoon Fun Farm

Celebrate the magic of the holidays with family and friends at HarvestMoon Fun Farm! Experience the wonder of our dazzling ...

Tampa Bay Festival Of Lights and Santa's Village at Hillsborough County Fairgrounds

Get into the holiday spirit at Tampa Bay’s Festival of Lights & Santa’s Village! Drive through over 1.5 million sparkling ...

Winter Wonderland Clearwater

People from all over the world have visited Winter Wonderland, gazing in awe at the thousands of lights that adorn ...

Wonderland of Lights

THE WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS features hundreds of displays to delight the entire family! This memorable experience is open nightly.

Youth Archery Classes at Adventure Archery

Introducing our New for 2025 Beginner Archery Classes, designed exclusively for youth who do not already own archery equipment! These classes ...

Esports Open Play at Northdale Recreation Center

Our Esports lounges are staffed with Esports specialist who inspire and encourage new social skills, help develop gaming fundamentals, and ...

Shimmering Lights Winter Walk Thru

Experience the Magic of Christmas at the Shimmering Lights Winter Walk-Thru! Step into a holiday wonderland where twinkling lights, joyful music, ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: SunKissed Acres, 2302 N Dover Rd, Dover, FL 33527
  • Cost: $9.00 Thurs./Sun., $9.50 Fri./Sat. per person ages 4 and up
  • Website: buytickets.at
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Church Street Christmas in Dade City

Join us this year in Dade City for Church Street Christmas 2025. Enjoy a stroll along the street as we ...

Tampa Theatre Holiday Classics

Grab your ugly sweaters and popcorn, our Holiday Classics series is back! Nov. 30 at 3pm: Miracle on 34th Street ...

Youth Caroling Night at the Giving Machine

Join us to enjoy a night of carols and giving back at the Giving Machine in Clearwater! This is a free ...

Share a Wish with Santa at the Florida Aquarium

Meet Santa at our wintry wharf and share your holiday wishes during a magical, picture-perfect visit!

  • 8:00 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: www.flaquarium.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

No School Days at Humane Society of Tampa Bay

All kids want to have fun… especially when they are out of school! No School Days at the Humane Society ...

Gingerbread Village at Glazer Children's Museum

Celebrate the holidays at GCM with a gingerbread-inspired winter wonderland! In Gingerbread Village, you and the family can build gingerbread ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Glazer Children's Museum, 110 W Gasparilla Plz, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: Included with admission
  • Website: glazermuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

YuleTides at the Florida Aquarium

Immerse yourself in a coastal holiday celebration where ocean life sparkles under twinkling lights, Santa makes seaside visits, and every ...

Light the World Giving Machine at Clearwater Mall

For the first time ever in the Tampa Bay Area, the Light the World Giving Machine is coming to the ...

  • 10:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Clearwater Mall, 2719 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Suite 1120, Clearwater, FL 33764
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Preschool Play at Cypress Forest Recreation Center

Bring your little one to play with fun toys and a junior bounce house. Under parental supervision. Ages 0-5

Santa Photos at The Shops at Wiregrass

Whether it's your first holiday season or a lasting family tradition, The Shops at Wiregrass welcomes you to the Santa ...

Sensory Friendly Time at Build-A-Bear Shops at Wiregrass

Build-A-Bear Workshop means fun for everyone! We’re proud to support children with autism and other special needs by providing sensory-friendly ...

Toddler Time at Bounce Zone Tampa

Special hours just for our toddlers!

Toddler Tuesday at Playgrounds of Tampa Bay

Toddler Time! Do your ears hang low? Are you a little teapot? Do you like to shake your sillies out? Join us for a ...

Victorian Christmas Stroll at Henry B. Plant Museum

Tampa’s favorite holiday tradition returns with the 44th Annual Victorian Christmas Stroll! What began as a three-day candlelight tour in ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Henry Plant Museum, 401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606
  • Cost: $20/Adults | $18/Ages 65+ | $14/Ages 4-18 | 3 & Under Free
  • Website: www.plantmuseum.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Bumps and Babies: New Parent Circle at Buddha Belly Doulas Center

Are you expecting a baby or navigating the exciting journey of new parenthood? This is a transformative time filled with ...

Putt the Pier at St Pete Pier

Join us for the Annual Putt the Pier: Holiday Edition on the St. Pete Pier. Don't miss your chance to ...

Baby and Me Story Time at Little Play Place

Perfect for babies under 1 year old, this sweet mid-day class is all about stories, songs, and snuggles. Together, we’ll ...

Tuesday Themed Skate Nights at Curtis Hixon Park

Join us at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, for Tuesday Themed Skate Nights! Enjoy rotating themed nights like ...

Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park

Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa's Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Park! Located ...

Coffee and Capybaras with CapyCove at Kahwa

If you want to play with a capybara, take photos and get an amazing latte, we will be at Kahwa ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Kahwa Coffee, 4530 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
  • Cost: $40
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Next Generation Ballet's Nutcracker at Straz Center

Enter Clara and Drosselmeyer's fantastical world of dancing sweets, sword-fighting rodents and some of ballet's most famous music. Next Generation ...

Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at ZooTampa with the return of Christmas in the Wild, featuring one ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
  • Cost: $29.95/Sundays-Fridays, $34.95/Saturdays
  • Website: zootampa.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

A Pirates Christmas Cruise at Lost Pearl

Yo, ho, ho, and a holiday cheer! Set sail on Lost Pearl’s Pirate’s Christmas Cruise and celebrate the season with ...

After School Homework Help at Cypress Forest Recreation Center

Join Mr. Jackson as he tutors students in grades 4-7 after school, helping build strong academic foundations and boosting confidence ...

  • 4:45 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar, FL 34677
  • Cost: $20 (RC), $30 (WC)
  • Website: www.myoldsmar.com
  • Category: Classes

Christmas Tales at Bass Pro Shops

Head into your local Bass Pro Shops or Cabela's for the first Christmas Tales with Santa! Enjoy a free story ...

Try It Tuesday at Land O' Lakes Library

A maker program for school age children, new and exciting things to try out! See website for weekly project.

Ugly Sweater Skate Party at Skate World Tampa

Wear Your Best Ugly Sweater for our Ugly Sweater Contest!

Highland Dancers at the Giving Machine

Don't miss a performance from Isle of Skye Highland Dancers at the Giving Machine Clearwater Mall this Holiday season! This is ...

Kid's Night at Florida Cracker Fish Company

Bring out the whole family every Tuesday for Kids Night at the Florida Cracker Fish Company in Citrus Park, FL! ...

Christmas at the Old Lutz School

Join us for the 29th annual Christmas at the Old Lutz School. There will be barrels to collect non-perishable food items ...

Country Christmas at HarvestMoon Fun Farm

Celebrate the magic of the holidays with family and friends at HarvestMoon Fun Farm! Experience the wonder of our dazzling ...

Santa on the Patio at Chick-Fil-A Waters Ave.

The best Fridays of the season? Santa Nights at Chick-fil-A Waters Avenue! Bring your family and friends and make a merry ...

Tampa Bay Festival Of Lights and Santa's Village at Hillsborough County Fairgrounds

Get into the holiday spirit at Tampa Bay’s Festival of Lights & Santa’s Village! Drive through over 1.5 million sparkling ...

Winter Wonderland Clearwater

People from all over the world have visited Winter Wonderland, gazing in awe at the thousands of lights that adorn ...

Wonderland of Lights

THE WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS features hundreds of displays to delight the entire family! This memorable experience is open nightly.

Shimmering Lights Winter Walk Thru

Experience the Magic of Christmas at the Shimmering Lights Winter Walk-Thru! Step into a holiday wonderland where twinkling lights, joyful music, ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: SunKissed Acres, 2302 N Dover Rd, Dover, FL 33527
  • Cost: $9.00 Thurs./Sun., $9.50 Fri./Sat. per person ages 4 and up
  • Website: buytickets.at
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Church Street Christmas in Dade City

Join us this year in Dade City for Church Street Christmas 2025. Enjoy a stroll along the street as we ...

Tampa Theatre Holiday Classics

Grab your ugly sweaters and popcorn, our Holiday Classics series is back! Nov. 30 at 3pm: Miracle on 34th Street ...

Share a Wish with Santa at the Florida Aquarium

Meet Santa at our wintry wharf and share your holiday wishes during a magical, picture-perfect visit!

  • 8:00 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: www.flaquarium.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jumpin' Juniors at Wesley Chapel District Park

We have a new program starting, Jumpin' Juniors. This program is included with your membership! Jumpin' Juniors will be available ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Wesley Chapel District Park, 7727 Boyette Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
  • Cost: Included in membership
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Santa Photos at The Shops at Wiregrass

Whether it's your first holiday season or a lasting family tradition, The Shops at Wiregrass welcomes you to the Santa ...

Gingerbread Village at Glazer Children's Museum

Celebrate the holidays at GCM with a gingerbread-inspired winter wonderland! In Gingerbread Village, you and the family can build gingerbread ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Glazer Children's Museum, 110 W Gasparilla Plz, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: Included with admission
  • Website: glazermuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

YuleTides at the Florida Aquarium

Immerse yourself in a coastal holiday celebration where ocean life sparkles under twinkling lights, Santa makes seaside visits, and every ...

Christmas Eve Hot Cocoa at the Giving Machine

Join us at the Giving Machine Clearwater this Christmas Eve! Warm up with a cup of delicious cocoa (while supplies ...

Holidays at LEGOLAND®

Sleigh into the jolliest time of year as Holidays at LEGOLAND® presented by Hallmark Channel returns to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort! ...

Homeschool Day at Bounce Zone Tampa

Special hours just for homeschool groups!

Light the World Giving Machine at Clearwater Mall

For the first time ever in the Tampa Bay Area, the Light the World Giving Machine is coming to the ...

  • 10:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Clearwater Mall, 2719 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Suite 1120, Clearwater, FL 33764
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Tot Time at Suncoast Gymnastics Academy - Odessa

“Tot Time” is an hour of exploration and endless fitness fun. Children can use the barrels, tunnels, trampolines, and fantastic ...

Storytime at Temple Terrace Library

Encourage early literacy with stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes. Wednesdays at 10:30am for ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver.

Pre-School Open Gym at Apollo School of Gymnasatics

Toddler time in the gym for ages 1-5.

Putt the Pier at St Pete Pier

Join us for the Annual Putt the Pier: Holiday Edition on the St. Pete Pier. Don't miss your chance to ...

Glow Roll with Rudolph at Skate World Tampa

Roll, Meet & Greet with Rudolph Before his Big Night! Admission Includes Regular Skate Rental and a Glowstick!

Glow Roll with Rudolph at United Skates Tampa

Bring The Whole Family For Our Annual Christmas Eve Special Featuring Glow-In-The-Dark Skating, And A Visit From Rudolph Holiday Music $10 per person ...

Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park

Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa's Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Park! Located ...

Coffee and Capybaras with CapyCove at Kahwa

If you want to play with a capybara, take photos and get an amazing latte, we will be at Kahwa ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Kahwa Coffee, 4530 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
  • Cost: $40
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

A Pirates Christmas Cruise at Lost Pearl

Yo, ho, ho, and a holiday cheer! Set sail on Lost Pearl’s Pirate’s Christmas Cruise and celebrate the season with ...

Susan Gray Performance at the Giving Machine

Come to the Giving Machine to enjoy a performance of festive Christmas music by Susan Gray. Get into the holiday ...

Skate Lessons at SkateWorld Tampa

Skate classes available for beginner, intermediate and advanced skaters of all ages! Lesson: includes rentals and admission to our glow skate ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: SkateWorld, 7510 Paula Dr, Tampa, FL 33615
  • Cost: $10 (Includes Skates)
  • Website: www.unitedskates.com
  • Category: Classes

Cheap Skate at United Skates Tampa

Tampa’s Best Skating Value Session! Featuring Top 40 Pop Music Add a Large Cheese Pizza & Pitcher of Soda For Just $20! All ...

Glow Skate at SkateWorld Tampa

Affordable Family Fun with Lights Out All Night Long! Wear your neon and glow under our black lights!

Tampa Bay Festival Of Lights and Santa's Village at Hillsborough County Fairgrounds

Get into the holiday spirit at Tampa Bay’s Festival of Lights & Santa’s Village! Drive through over 1.5 million sparkling ...

Wonderland of Lights

THE WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS features hundreds of displays to delight the entire family! This memorable experience is open nightly.

Bingo at Northdale Social Lounge

Join us for an evening of fun, food, and friendly competition! $10 Bingo Books – 6 thrilling games with cash prizes ...

Esports Open Play at Northdale Recreation Center

Our Esports lounges are staffed with Esports specialist who inspire and encourage new social skills, help develop gaming fundamentals, and ...

Shimmering Lights Winter Walk Thru

Experience the Magic of Christmas at the Shimmering Lights Winter Walk-Thru! Step into a holiday wonderland where twinkling lights, joyful music, ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: SunKissed Acres, 2302 N Dover Rd, Dover, FL 33527
  • Cost: $9.00 Thurs./Sun., $9.50 Fri./Sat. per person ages 4 and up
  • Website: buytickets.at
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Ice Skating Shows at Winter Village Tampa

They're back! Join us at Winter Village for our Tampa Bay Ice Show on select nights, where festive cheer meets ...

Share a Wish with Santa at the Florida Aquarium

Meet Santa at our wintry wharf and share your holiday wishes during a magical, picture-perfect visit!

  • 8:00 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: www.flaquarium.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Gingerbread Village at Glazer Children's Museum

Celebrate the holidays at GCM with a gingerbread-inspired winter wonderland! In Gingerbread Village, you and the family can build gingerbread ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Glazer Children's Museum, 110 W Gasparilla Plz, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: Included with admission
  • Website: glazermuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

YuleTides at the Florida Aquarium

Immerse yourself in a coastal holiday celebration where ocean life sparkles under twinkling lights, Santa makes seaside visits, and every ...

Holidays at LEGOLAND®

Sleigh into the jolliest time of year as Holidays at LEGOLAND® presented by Hallmark Channel returns to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort! ...

Tot Time at Suncoast Gymnastics Academy - Odessa

“Tot Time” is an hour of exploration and endless fitness fun. Children can use the barrels, tunnels, trampolines, and fantastic ...

Putt the Pier at St Pete Pier

Join us for the Annual Putt the Pier: Holiday Edition on the St. Pete Pier. Don't miss your chance to ...

Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park

Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa's Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Park! Located ...

Art on the House at Tampa Museum of Art

Every Thursday, the Tampa Museum of Art offers Art on the House where admission prices change to pay-as-you-will, and visitors ...

Specialty Culinary Technique Experience (13-18) at Junior Chefs of America

Are you ready to GROW your culinary career!! You have chosen the 1st step! We are excited to have you ...

Christmas Day Skate at Skate World Tampa

Join us Christmas Day for a night of Fun! Wear Red or Green for a free 10 Credit Game Card!

Tampa Bay Festival Of Lights and Santa's Village at Hillsborough County Fairgrounds

Get into the holiday spirit at Tampa Bay’s Festival of Lights & Santa’s Village! Drive through over 1.5 million sparkling ...

Wonderland of Lights

THE WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS features hundreds of displays to delight the entire family! This memorable experience is open nightly.

Shimmering Lights Winter Walk Thru

Experience the Magic of Christmas at the Shimmering Lights Winter Walk-Thru! Step into a holiday wonderland where twinkling lights, joyful music, ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: SunKissed Acres, 2302 N Dover Rd, Dover, FL 33527
  • Cost: $9.00 Thurs./Sun., $9.50 Fri./Sat. per person ages 4 and up
  • Website: buytickets.at
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Share a Wish with Santa at the Florida Aquarium

Meet Santa at our wintry wharf and share your holiday wishes during a magical, picture-perfect visit!

  • 8:00 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: www.flaquarium.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Gingerbread Village at Glazer Children's Museum

Celebrate the holidays at GCM with a gingerbread-inspired winter wonderland! In Gingerbread Village, you and the family can build gingerbread ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Glazer Children's Museum, 110 W Gasparilla Plz, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: Included with admission
  • Website: glazermuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Toddler Time at Land O' Lakes Recreation Complex

Land O' Lakes Recreation Complex will be starting back up with Toddler Time Open Gym play. We open our gymnasium ...

YuleTides at the Florida Aquarium

Immerse yourself in a coastal holiday celebration where ocean life sparkles under twinkling lights, Santa makes seaside visits, and every ...

Holidays at LEGOLAND®

Sleigh into the jolliest time of year as Holidays at LEGOLAND® presented by Hallmark Channel returns to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort! ...

Tot Time at Suncoast Gymnastics Academy - Odessa

“Tot Time” is an hour of exploration and endless fitness fun. Children can use the barrels, tunnels, trampolines, and fantastic ...

Putt the Pier at St Pete Pier

Join us for the Annual Putt the Pier: Holiday Edition on the St. Pete Pier. Don't miss your chance to ...

Cards for Kids Service Project at the Giving Machine

Join us at the Giving Machine for a service project to share the Christmas cheer with children spending their holidays ...

Homeschool PE at The Airosphere

Homeschool PE is coming back to The Airosphere offering an exclusive jump time for homeschoolers and online learners every Friday. ...

Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park

Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa's Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Park! Located ...

Coffee and Capybaras with CapyCove at Kahwa

If you want to play with a capybara, take photos and get an amazing latte, we will be at Kahwa ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Kahwa Coffee, 4530 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
  • Cost: $40
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Rachel Zirkle Performance at the Giving Machine

Join us at the Giving Machine at Clearwater Mall for an amazing performance by Rachel Zirkle. It's your chance to ...

Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at ZooTampa with the return of Christmas in the Wild, featuring one ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
  • Cost: $29.95/Sundays-Fridays, $34.95/Saturdays
  • Website: zootampa.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

A Pirates Christmas Cruise at Lost Pearl

Yo, ho, ho, and a holiday cheer! Set sail on Lost Pearl’s Pirate’s Christmas Cruise and celebrate the season with ...

Family Pottery Wheel Classes at Ceramic Garden

In this semi-private pottery on the wheel lesson, we teach you the basic techniques to create a thrown functional piece ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Ceramic Garden, 19213 N Dale Mabry Hwy Lutz, FL 33548
  • Cost: $79
  • Website: theceramicgarden.com
  • Category: Classes

Food Truck Rally at Downtown Avalon Park

Join us for a night of delicious food, great company, and family-friendly fun!

Christmas at the Old Lutz School

Join us for the 29th annual Christmas at the Old Lutz School. There will be barrels to collect non-perishable food items ...

Family Axe Throwing at Highland Axe Throwing

Our axe throwing experience is for groups of 2 to 4 guests per lane. Your group gets a dedicated target, ...

Tampa Bay Festival Of Lights and Santa's Village at Hillsborough County Fairgrounds

Get into the holiday spirit at Tampa Bay’s Festival of Lights & Santa’s Village! Drive through over 1.5 million sparkling ...

Wonderland of Lights

THE WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS features hundreds of displays to delight the entire family! This memorable experience is open nightly.

Hot Chocolate Skate Party at Skate World Tampa

Cozy up with our Hot Chocolate Bar and Skate to all the Iconic Holiday Music All Night Long!

Shimmering Lights Winter Walk Thru

Experience the Magic of Christmas at the Shimmering Lights Winter Walk-Thru! Step into a holiday wonderland where twinkling lights, joyful music, ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: SunKissed Acres, 2302 N Dover Rd, Dover, FL 33527
  • Cost: $9.00 Thurs./Sun., $9.50 Fri./Sat. per person ages 4 and up
  • Website: buytickets.at
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Friday Night Meltdown Public Skate at AdventHealth Center Ice

Start your weekend off on the right skate and join us out on the ice for a 2-hour public skate ...

Share a Wish with Santa at the Florida Aquarium

Meet Santa at our wintry wharf and share your holiday wishes during a magical, picture-perfect visit!

  • 8:00 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: www.flaquarium.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Feeding Tours at Once Upon a Cattle

Join a fun and interactive 45-minute group farm tour! You'll get to feed and brush our Highland cows, play with ...

Shoott Mini Photo Sessions at New Tampa

Book your FREE 30 minute personal photo shoot. Pay only for the photos you want starting at $25 each. You’ll ...

Skate Lessons at United Skates Tampa

9:00AM – Intermediate Lesson 9:30AM – Beginner Lesson Learn To Skate Class Learn the basics of roller skating. Perfect for children and adults Includes ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: United Skates, 5121 N. Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33603
  • Cost: $12 (Includes Skates)
  • Website: www.unitedskates.com
  • Category: Classes

Gingerbread Village at Glazer Children's Museum

Celebrate the holidays at GCM with a gingerbread-inspired winter wonderland! In Gingerbread Village, you and the family can build gingerbread ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Glazer Children's Museum, 110 W Gasparilla Plz, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Cost: Included with admission
  • Website: glazermuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Understanding Fatherhood with abcProgram

This class prepares dads for fatherhood. Learn how to hold and comfort your baby, how to handle issues like work ...

YuleTides at the Florida Aquarium

Immerse yourself in a coastal holiday celebration where ocean life sparkles under twinkling lights, Santa makes seaside visits, and every ...

Archery Lessons at Tampa Archery School

Our group classes are designed to be safe, exciting, engaging and fun for archers of all skill levels. (age 7 and ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Tampa Archery School, 10514 Ehren Cutoff Land O' Lakes, FL 34639
  • Cost: $10 withown equipment, $20 with equipment rental
  • Website: www.archerytampa.com
  • Category: Classes

Holidays at LEGOLAND®

Sleigh into the jolliest time of year as Holidays at LEGOLAND® presented by Hallmark Channel returns to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort! ...

Kids Class - Honey Toasted Cheese at Cheeseology

Bring mom, dad, aunts, uncles or whoever you want to have fun with! Dessert-style cheese? Count us in! Join the ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Cheeseology, 1527 E. 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605
  • Cost: $99/Cook, $25/Partner
  • Website: cheeseology.net
  • Category: Classes

Kids Market at the Sunshine Market

Join The Kids Market at the Midtown Tampa Market with Tampa Bay Markets! This year-round market takes place in Midtown ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Midtown Commons - 3659 Midtown Dr, Tampa, FL 33607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: kidsmarket.us
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Sensory Saturday at FloridaRAMA

oin us for Sensory Saturday, a special sensory-friendly event at FloridaRAMA designed to provide a calming, enjoyable experience for individuals ...

Victorian Christmas Stroll at Henry B. Plant Museum

Tampa’s favorite holiday tradition returns with the 44th Annual Victorian Christmas Stroll! What began as a three-day candlelight tour in ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Henry Plant Museum, 401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606
  • Cost: $20/Adults | $18/Ages 65+ | $14/Ages 4-18 | 3 & Under Free
  • Website: www.plantmuseum.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Family Pottery Wheel Classes at Ceramic Garden

In this semi-private pottery on the wheel lesson, we teach you the basic techniques to create a thrown functional piece ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Ceramic Garden, 19213 N Dale Mabry Hwy Lutz, FL 33548
  • Cost: $79
  • Website: theceramicgarden.com
  • Category: Classes

Putt the Pier at St Pete Pier

Join us for the Annual Putt the Pier: Holiday Edition on the St. Pete Pier. Don't miss your chance to ...

Skate Lessons at SkateWorld Tampa

Learn To Skate Classes Admission Includes Skate Rental, Skate Mate, Wrist Guards, 30 Minute Instruction and Admission to our Saturday Public ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: SkateWorld, 7510 Paula Dr, Tampa, FL 33615
  • Cost: $12 (Includes Skates)
  • Website: www.unitedskates.com
  • Category: Classes

Cyber Bowling Kid's Matinee at Pin Chasers Veterans

Cyber Bowling is the fusion of high energy entertainment and bowling where anything is possible! Your favorite music and club ...

Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park

Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa's Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Park! Located ...

JCOA Culinary Class (13-18) at Junior Chefs of America

Welcome to an exciting experience with Junior Chefs of America. We are excited to have you join our JCOA Culinary ...

Cyber Bowling Kid's Matinee at Pin Chasers East Pasco

Cyber Bowling is the fusion of high energy entertainment and bowling where anything is possible! Your favorite music and club ...

Cyber Bowling Kid's Matinee at Pin Chasers Midtown

Cyber Bowling is the fusion of high energy entertainment and bowling where anything is possible! Your favorite music and club ...

Emergency Truck Visit at the Giving Machine

Emergency trucks are making their way to Tampa Bay's Giving Machine at the Clearwater Mall! Come check out these cool ...

Feeding Tours at Once Upon a Cattle

Join a fun and interactive 45-minute group farm tour! You'll get to feed and brush our Highland cows, play with ...

Esports Open Play at Northdale Recreation Center

Our Esports lounges are staffed with Esports specialist who inspire and encourage new social skills, help develop gaming fundamentals, and ...

Family Open Gym at Shinobi School

Family Parkour (Ages 10+) (One adult Family member included at no additional cost!) Learn to safely overcome obstacles in your environment ...

Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at ZooTampa with the return of Christmas in the Wild, featuring one ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
  • Cost: $29.95/Sundays-Fridays, $34.95/Saturdays
  • Website: zootampa.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

A Pirates Christmas Cruise at Lost Pearl

Yo, ho, ho, and a holiday cheer! Set sail on Lost Pearl’s Pirate’s Christmas Cruise and celebrate the season with ...

Family Axe Throwing at Highland Axe Throwing

Our axe throwing experience is for groups of 2 to 4 guests per lane. Your group gets a dedicated target, ...

Open Gym at Bay Area Gymnastics

Come have a blast with your friends and favorite coaches. Games, rope swing, tumbling, and more. Practice and play how ...

S'mores and PJs Movie Night: How to Train Your Dragon at Mirada Lagoon

Join us for S’mores & PJs Movie Night! Guests can make complimentary s’mores over the fire pits at the Hub ...

Tampa Bay Festival Of Lights and Santa's Village at Hillsborough County Fairgrounds

Get into the holiday spirit at Tampa Bay’s Festival of Lights & Santa’s Village! Drive through over 1.5 million sparkling ...

Wonderland of Lights

THE WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS features hundreds of displays to delight the entire family! This memorable experience is open nightly.

Shimmering Lights Winter Walk Thru

Experience the Magic of Christmas at the Shimmering Lights Winter Walk-Thru! Step into a holiday wonderland where twinkling lights, joyful music, ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: SunKissed Acres, 2302 N Dover Rd, Dover, FL 33527
  • Cost: $9.00 Thurs./Sun., $9.50 Fri./Sat. per person ages 4 and up
  • Website: buytickets.at
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Jam Skate at United Skates of America

This session is for skaters only. All guests must wear skates except parents All guests ages 17 & younger must have ...

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