Christmas Events in Clearwater, St. Petersburg and Tampa

December 8, 2020 by Air Care in AC Repair, Installation 746

Decorated palm trees, holiday boat parades and homes strung with lights can only mean one thing: Christmas is near!

As our AC professionals at Air Care prepare for this holiday season, we’re proud to serve our HVAC customers in homes across Pinellas, western Hillsborough and southern Pasco counties.

To help you celebrate the season, we’re sharing our top picks for holiday events across Clearwater, St. Petersburg and the Tampa Bay area. Merry Christmas!

Holidays at Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Celebrate the holiday SEA-son with Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Take a sunset cruise with Santa, shop the Holly Jolly Market, stroll through the Festival of Trees, watch Santa scuba, join in on holiday-themed Dolphin yoga, and more!

Dates: Now – December 21, 2020
Location: Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Address: 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL 33767
Cost: Prices vary per event or activity
More information: https://www.cmaquarium.org/holidays-at-cma/

Holiday Light Stroll Through Largo Central Park

Back another year, Largo Central Park has one of the best displays of holiday lights in Pinellas County. Take a stroll through the park to view over two million LED lights, enjoy arts and crafts, and take a ride on the Ferris Wheel and carousel for just $5—it’s fun or all ages!

Dates: Now – January 5, 2021
Location: Largo Central Park
Address: 101 Central Park Dr, Largo, FL 33771
Cost: Free admission; $5 for Ferris Wheel and carousel
More information: https://familyfriendlytampabay.com/holiday-light-stroll-through-largo-central-park/

Lights at Lake Park (Seminole)

Drive through the annual light show in the neighborhoods of Lake Park Estates, Wieker, Lakeside Estates and Lake Seminole Village. Residents generously decorate their homes with over three miles of Christmas lights and decorations for the public to enjoy. Donations are accepted to benefit the Suncoast Hospice of Clearwater, and you can donate along the route at non-contact cart this year.

Dates: December 31
Times: 6-10 p.m.
Location: Lake Park Estates, Wieker, Lakeside Estates and Lake Seminole Village
Address: Since this is an area and neighborhood, there is no specific physical address. Some locations which you can put into your GPS which might work is as follows:
- Lake Park Dr, Seminole, FL 33777
- Lake Park Dr & 109 Ave N, Seminole, FL 33777
- 106th Ave N & Lake Park Dr, Seminole, FL 33777
- Bryan Dairy Rd & 109 Ave N, Seminole, FL 33777
- 109 Ave N & 102 Ave N, Seminole, FL 33777
Cost: Donations to Suncoast Hospice encouraged
More information: http://lightsoflakepark.com

Santa’s Social Club (Dunedin)

Sonder Social Club in Dunedin has transformed into Santa’s Social Club—a Christmas themed pop-up bar that’s decked out in holiday décor and serving up festive cocktails and bites.

Dates: Every weekend in December
Location: Sonder Social Club
Address: 966 Douglas Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698
Cost: Menu prices vary
More information: https://www.visitstpeteclearwater.com/event/santas-social-club/10795

Movies in the Park (St. Pete Beach)

Watch holiday classics on the big screen! Purchase $5 tickets (required), which provide enough space for up to six people to share. The movie starts around 6:30 p.m., but you can stop by early to enjoy holiday shopping with local vendors and festive activities for all. If you want to help spread holiday cheer and give back, consider bringing an item to “Stuff the Boat” to benefit Military Matters.

Dates: December 4, 11 and 18
Time: Movies start at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Horan Park
Address: 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
Cost: $5/ticket for entrance of up to 6 people
More information: https://www.spbrec.com/553/Movies-in-the-Park

Christmas Town at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

“Tampa’s Biggest and Brightest Holiday Event.” Voted one of USA Today’s 10 Best Holiday Theme Events, Christmas is back in town at Busch Garden this year. From millions of twinkling lights, thrill rides, all-new holiday fireworks, and an outdoor production of Christmas on Ice, there’s plenty to see and do in Christmas Town’s new, open-air festivities.

Dates: Now – January 3
Time: Click here for park hours
Location: Busch Gardens
Address: 10165 N Malcolm McKinley Dr., Tampa,FL 33612
Cost: Included with daily park admission, Fun Cards and Annual Passes
More information: https://buschgardens.com/tampa/events/christmas-town/

A Christmas Carol Drive-In Concert (St. Petersburg)

For a limited time, enjoy Charles Dickens’ beloved production, “A Christmas Carol” as part of freeFall’s outdoor, drive-in concert series, performed by a cast of live performers.

Dates: Most evenings from December 11-24
Time: 6:30 or 8:30 p.m.
Location: freeFall Theatre (parking lot)
Address: 6099 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg,FL 33710
Cost: Starting at $75 per vehicle
More information: https://freefalltheatre.com

Madeira Beach Annual Festival of Lights Boat Parade

Watch as the waterways in Madeira Beach light up as boats display their best Christmas lights. The parade kicks off after a tree-lighting ceremony at ROC Park and boats will wind through waterways before ending at John’s Pass Village. ROC park has the best view of the boat parade, where you can also enjoy holiday music, food, drinks and fun.

Date: December 12
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: ROC Park
Address: 6099 200 Rex Pl, Madeira Beach,FL 33708
Cost: Free
More information: https://business.islandneighborschamber.org/events/details/madeira-beach-festival-of-lights-boat-parade-6296

Hope you have the opportunity to spread and enjoy holiday cheer in a safe, family-friendly fashion this year!

Want to add a local Christmas event to our list? Contact us today.

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