RECURRING EVENTS
First Fridays • 10am-2pm, Creative Clay Outdoor Art Market, 1846 First Ave. S, St. Petersburg • 5-9pm, First Friday Art Walk, Downtown Gulfport • 6-9pm, Concert in front of Studio Movie Grill, Seminole City Center, 11201 Park Blvd. N, Seminole
Last Friday • 6-9pm, live music at the John’s Pass Bell Tower, John’s Pass Boardwalk and Shopping Village, 12902 Village Blvd., Madeira Beach
1st Saturday • 8am Beach Cleanup, Archibald Park,15100 Gulf Blvd. Mad. Beach.
2nd Saturday • 8:30am, Beach Cleanup. Municipal Pavilion, 11260 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island, 11185 Gulf Blvd. • 9am-2pm, Market on The Bluffs, 2747 Sunset Blvd, Belleair Bluffs. Farmers Market/craft event on the street in front of Belleair Bluffs City Hall. • The Market Marie,10am-3pm, Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater • 5-9pm, St. Pete Artwalk. Artists and gallery owners from 40 studios and galleries in five arts districts show off their latest works. Take the trolley, drive or park and walk. stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk
3rd Saturday • 10am-2pm, Crossroads Market, Crossroads Christian Church, 1645 Seminole Blvd., Largo • 10am-5pm, Creative Pinellas at Pinewood, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo • 5-9pm, Indie Faire, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. Outdoor, socially distanced event in Gulfport features local art, handmade crafts, jewelry, and pottery to locally sourced botanicals.
4th Saturday • Pinellas Arts Walk 4-8pm, Pinellas Arts Village Walk, 5600-5800 Park Blvd. (north side), Pinellas Park. Pinellas Park Art Society, Donnelly COVE, Complete Sweet Shoppe, Pompei Factory, Studios @5663, Painting with a Twist, Bottles Pub, and Swartz Gallery.
4th Sunday • Lealman Farmers Market 10am-2pm, Lealman Exchange, 5175 45th St N, St. Petersburg
ONGOING
Through 12/31 – Christmas at the Farm
$16-$42 (VIP), Thurs-Sun., 5-9pm, DK Farms and Garden, 1750 Lake Ave. SE, Largo. Celebrate the Christmas season with a wide selection of entertainment designed for all types of ages from grandkids to grandmas! Nightly activities include animal interactions, campfires with Smores, photo ops, fun games and activities, bounce pad, pedal cart racetrack and Bunnyland rabbit touch area. https://tinyurl.com/ms7ktxtd
Through 4/19/26 – Alberto Giacometti & Salvador Dalí: Through and Beyond Surrealism
$12-$32/under 5 free, 10am-6pm, Dali Museum, 1 Dali Blvd., St. Pete. The exhibition features a rich selection of works by Alberto Giacometti, drawn from the collections of Fondation Giacometti. These are displayed alongside works by Salvador Dalí from The Dalí Museum’s collection. Together, they illuminate the surprising similarities in the artists’ visions, despite their distinct stylistic approaches. https://thedali.org/visit/buy-tickets/
Through 4/25/26 – I Will… Word + Image 2025-2026
Free, Morean Art Center, 719 Central Ave., St. Pete. Each year, students are challenged to create works of art based on a particular theme, and to incorporate a written statement within the piece. This year’s theme I WILL… is the students’ “projection” of their future possibilities and imagination of what awaits them, what their potential roles could be in the real world, and how they might prepare to make a difference, whether it’s a goal for tomorrow, a year from now, or decades in the future.
The work is exhibited by grade level. Submissions by high school students were exhibited in November. The remaining schedule is:
• 12/6-1/17/26 – Middle School Exhibition
• 1/24-3/7 – Elementary School Exhibition (A-M)
• 3/14-4/25 – Elementary School Exhibition (N-W)
UPCOMING
12/4 – A Nostalgic Evening with Macaulay Culkin
$54 and up, 7:30pm, Straz Center, 1010 N Macinnes Pl, Tampa. It’s been 35 years since Macaulay Culkin first discovered he was Home Alone. At A Nostalgic Evening with Macaulay Culkin, the former child star will take questions from the audience, share memories and anecdotes from the making of the film and celebrate its status as a classic Christmas movie. That will follow a screening of the 1990 comedy that made him a star. www.strazcenter.org.
12/5 – Death by Chocolate
$20/$25 at door, 7pm, Central Park Performing Arts Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. An annual fundraiser of the Rotary Club of Largo to support local youth and empowerment initiatives. Patrons enjoy dessert samples from local restaurants and businesses in Largo’s Central Park with an annual holiday light display. The event also includes live entertainment, a silent auction, complimentary champagne and coffee. https://tinyurl.com/bdfuyhnn
12/6 – The Wonderland Experience @ 5663
Free, 4-9pm, 5663 Park Blvd, Pinellas Park. Immerse yourself in a dazzling fusion of art, imagination, and holiday magic. Part immersive installation, part pop-up boutique, The Wonderland Experience is curated by painter John Gascot and brought to life in collaboration with photographer Knicki Knowlton. Wander through a whimsical world of larger-than-life displays and perfect photo ops that will spark your holiday spirit!
12/6 – Fifth Annual Run for the Beaches 5K & Fun Run Walk, and Kids Turtle Dash
8am-12:30pm, Gulf Front Park, Treasure Island. The morning starts with a chip-timed 5K race, then a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk and a Kids Turtle Dash. Proceeds benefit Gulf Beaches ecosystems, marine life, seabirds and endangered sea turtles. Register at Runforthebeaches.org
12/6 – Honeymoon Island Bluegrass Festival
$18/$25 day of,12 and under free, 11am-5pm, Honeymoon Island State Park, Dunedin, North Beach, in the picnic area. Fast Track, The Tennessee Bluegrass Band, and Headin’ Home Bluegrass will play. Lawn chair seating. coolers allowed but no alcohol, Dog friendly. Park entry not included in price. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/4rptbce4
12/6 – Pinellas County Sheriff’s Ride & Run with the Stars
$50/$55 5K chipped race, 8am registration and check-in, Fort DeSoto Park, North Beach. 5K, Family Fun Run, 10K Family Ride, and 25 Mile Ride. Register: https://tinyurl.com/22m4e9s4
12/6-7 – Ninth Annual Art Jones Open Studio Tour
Free, 10am-5pm Sat/11am-4pm Sun. Art enthusiasts, holiday shoppers, and visitors are welcome to this self-guided two-day showcase of fine art and contemporary crafts by 23 artists. The weekend features some of the finest creators in the region at nine stops in Gulfport. Free maps of the stops at Brenda McMahon Gallery, Sumitra Cafe, Tommy’s Hideaway, Stella’s or the Gulfport Merchants Chamber.
12/12 – Holiday Hayride
Free, every 45 minutes beginning at 6:45pm. Forbes Park, 6401 94th Ave. N, Pinellas Park. Enjoy holiday crafts, hot chocolate, cookie decorating, a candy cane hunt, snowball fight, and so much more! Registration is required; arrive 30 minutes before your ride time. Register at https://tinyurl.com/59dz7r6k
12/12-13 – Merry Beach Market & Holiday Festival
Free admission, 5-9pm Fri/ 2-8pm Sat, ROC Park, 200 Rex Place, Madeira Beach. Over 150 local vendors with a diverse array of handmade crafts, unique gifts and one-of-a-kind seasonal decorations. Food and beverage stands will be on site. Fireworks on Friday evening; watch the Lighted Boat Parade on Saturday. No outside food or drink, no pets. Park at Crabby’s on the Pass, take shuttle to event.
12/13 – St. Pete Beach Mistletoe Market
Free admission, 10am-3pm, Horan Park, Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive.
12/13 – St. Pete Beach Breakfast with Santa
$10, 9-11am, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive, St. Pete Beach. Children dine with Santa. Must pre-register by 12/10. https://tinyurl.com/4dek9wv4
12/13 – Boley Centers 43rd Annual Jingle Bell Run
$40 race fee (registration deadline 12/12 10pm), starts 7:30pm, begins and ends at North Straub Park near The Pier, through Vinoy Park to Coffee Pot Bayou and return. Local food trucks will be on hand. No bibs or timers – just fun and holiday cheer! The race supports housing and services for at-risk adults, veterans, youth, and families in our community.
12/13 – Angel Tree Toy Run 10K, 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Check website for registration fees, starts 7:30 and 8am, Salvation Army, 340 14th Ave. S, St. Pete. Proceeds benefit the Salvation Army Angel Tree program. Information and registration at https://runsignup.com/hh23
12/13 – Seafood Crab Boil at Trolley Square
Free admission, 12-6pm, 4900 Tangerine Ave. S, Gulfport. Is it ever a bad time for seafood? Nope. This seafood crab boil is packed with all types and styles of seafood, music and good vibes, family fun and a pet-friendly atmosphere. Free parking. Hosted by Saturday Shoppes.
12/13-14 –Tampa Tour de Clay
Free admission, Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun 11am-4pm. Two days, three studios, 21 potters. This unique tour extends over three counties, pulling together 21 potters into three studios: Pottery Boys Studio, 30 Bogie Lane, Palm Harbor; Wellman & Welsch Pottery, 17202 Whirley Road, Lutz; and Hidden Lake Pottery, 16705 Hutchison Road, Odessa. For more information, and a list of participating artists, visit https://tampatourdeclay.com
12/21 – St. Pete Indie Holiday Festival
Free admission, 12-4pm, Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Drive SE. The festival will offer locally made and curated hand-crafted goods, vintage housewares, decor, Mid-century furniture, vintage clothing, antiques, plants, collectables, food, music, art and so much more. Family friendly.
12/28 – Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet
$93 and up, Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S, St. Pete. Celebrate the season with America’s most beloved Nutcracker tradition! Give the gift of a spectacular holiday experience featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry and opulent costumes and sets, hand-crafted by the finest artisans of Europe. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/5ujwmvrv
1/4/26 – St. Pete Indie Flea
Free admission, 12-4pm, Campbell Park Skate Park, 601 14th St. S, St. Pete. Shop for locally made and curated hand-crafted goods, vintage housewares, decor, Mid-century furniture, vintage clothing, antiques, plants, collectables, food, music, art and so much more.
1/7/26 – Wordier’s Blah, Blah, Blah! Open Mic
$5, 7-8:30pm, The Studio at 620, 620 First Ave. S, St Pete. Bring your finest prose or a true story to share. Everyone gets 7 minutes on the stage to present their work. This month’s featured guest is Maria Ingrande Mora. She is the acclaimed author of The Immeasurable Depth of You, an Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award finalist. Questions? Email WordierThanThou@gmail.com.
1/14 – Renee Fleming: Voice of Nature – The Anthropocene
$60.80 and up, 7:30pm , Straz Center, 1010 N Macinnes Pl, Tampa. Renée Fleming has performed in the world’s finest opera houses as well as at the Super Bowl, Buckingham Palace and the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Her most recent recital and concert program, Voice of Nature – The Anthropocene, is an expression of her love of nature and her concerns for the planet. The performance features music ranging from classical to contemporary; includes a National Geographic-produced film spotlighting the beauty of the natural world. https://www.strazcenter.org/
Holiday Boat Parades
12/5 – St. Pete Beach: 6-8pm, Horan Park. Tree lighting ceremony with special guest Santa Claus followed by the boat parade and viewing party! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and dress for an evening on the water.
12/12 – Tarpon Springs: 7pm, Vessels will begin at the Tarpon Landing Marina and end in Spring Bayou at 8 p.m.
12/13 – Gulfport: 6pm, starts at the Gulfport Municipal Marina. Route map at https://sailbcyc.org/ChristmasBoatParade
12/13 – Madeira Beach: 6:15pm, Begins at ROC Park, travels the finger canals through the city, and ends at John’s Pass approximately 8:30pm.
12/20 – Treasure Island: 5:45pm, begins at the Publix in Paradise Island, heading under the causeway bridge to Isle of Palms, Isle of Capri and ending at Johns Pass. For a map of the parade route, and more information, call 727-547-4575, ext. 246.
12/20 – Tampa Riverwalk: 6:15pm, starts near the Lighthouse off Davis Islands, with large and small vessels cruising past Sparkman Wharf, Harbour Island, and the Tampa Convention Center. Small boats will continue upriver past Curtis Hixon Park, finishing near Armature Works. Free viewing along the Riverwalk; judging at Sparkman Wharf. More information at https://tinyurl.com/ht2jpkts
12/21 – Downtown St. Pete: 6pm, downtown waterfront and St. Pete Pier
Holiday Lights Displays
• Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. 5:30-9:30pm. A million twinkling multicolor LED lights, laser lights, and lighted figures. Free (fundraiser for the Gardens). Through 1/3/26.
• Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive, 5-10pm. Walking tour of more than 2.5 million dazzling LED lights. Carnival rides $6. Vendors on site. Through 1/4/26.
• Lake Park Estates, Seminole, 6-10pm.The neighborhoods of Lake Park Estates, Wieker, Lakeside Estates, and Lake Seminole Village decorate their homes and yards with more than 3 miles of Christmas lights and decorations. Donation carts along the route benefit Suncoast Hospice. Map/directions at https://lightsoflakepark.com/directions/ Through 12/31.
• Downtown Waterfront Parks. Stroll along the St. Pete waterfront to see thousands of holiday lights and decorations in North Straub Park, South Straub Park, Pioneer Park, and the St. Pete Pier. Through 1/1/26. Santa will be in North Straub Park 6-9pm 12/13-23.
• Oakdale Christmas House, 2719 Oakdale St. S, St. Pete. At press time, this famously illuminated private home says it is working on a “much smaller, yet just as beautiful Christmas display.” For updates, visit https://www.christmasdisplay.org
New Year’s Eve Celebrations
• St. Pete Pier – Starts at 8pm. Free party with DJ, LED disco ball, food trucks, full bar. Fireworks at midnight from Vinoy Park.
• Clearwater Beach – Relax on the soft, sandy shores and watch fireworks at midnight over Sand Key. Best viewing spots: southern Clearwater Beach or Coachman Park on the mainland.
• Treasure Island – Fireworks will launch from the beach near Gulf Front Park at 10400 Gulf Blvd. Bring a beach chair or towel.
• The Coliseum: Swingin’ the New Year – This celebration features a midnight countdown and balloon drop, photo booth, party favors, noisemakers, chocolates, door prizes, and dancing to live music by Skylar Saufley & the 99th Degree. Doors open 7:30pm. Tickets: 813-579-4645
• Floridian Social: Moonlite NYE – The Gatsby Gala, 8pm-2am, $116.50. Delight in caviar tastings, flowing champagne, and a dazzling lineup of live performances. With aerial acts and a sultry burlesque show to the full band and late-night DJ. https://tinyurl.com/yc4yzwm4