Paradise News Magazine

Safety Harbor 4th of July Celebration
2022-07-04 17:00 - 21:30 UTC | Safety Harbor Waterfront Park, 110 Veterans Memorial Ln, Safety Harbor, FL, 34695, United States
Bring the whole family out for a July 4th Celebration Safety Harbor style. There will be children’s activities, live entertainment, food vendors, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Get a good seat at the Marina or Waterfront Park because the best fireworks display in Tampa Bay goes off at exactly 9:00pm.

Clearwater Celebrates America
2022-07-04 18:00 - 22:00 | BayCare Ballpark, 601 Old Coachman Rd, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Attendees can celebrate America’s birthday in style with the largest fireworks display in stadium history, a star-studded concert by The Black Honkeys Band and fun activities and giveaways for kids of all ages. All-American culinary concessions, such as hamburgers, hot dogs and popcorn, will be available on-site for purchase, as well as adult beverages.
Gates open at 6 p.m. and fireworks begin around 9:15 p.m.
The annual fireworks display is temporarily relocating from its traditional venue at Coachman Park to BayCare Ballpark, due to current Imagine Clearwater construction. Clearwater Celebrates America – At the Ballpark is a ticketed-event.

St. Pete Beach 4th of July Fireworks
2022-07-04 21:00 - 21:30 | Corey Avenue, Corey Avenue, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
This Independence Day, the City of St. Pete Beach will be launching fireworks from the east end of Corey Avenue. The fireworks will begin at 9:00pm.
This is a great location for fireworks, as many of our residents will be able to view from their own backyards. The same holds true for the area businesses and hotels.
Spectators are encouraged to make reservations at local restaurants or hotels for viewing, or pack a classic 4th of July picnic and enjoy the view from beautiful Horan Park.

Fresh Up Dance Party at MFA St. Pete
2022-07-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Museum of Fine Arts St. Pete, 255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
In celebration of the debut museum exhibition Gio Swaby: Fresh Up, Black joy and excellence we’re inviting you to the Fresh Up Dance Party. This will be a summertime party to remember!
The title Fresh Up references, in Swaby’s words, “a Bahamian way to describe someone who is particularly stylish—also used to give props to the wearer. I love the uplifting nature of this phrase.”
The MFA and Gio Swaby welcome you to join us for this tropical-themed party featuring a DJ, dancing, and Bahamian-influenced cuisine and drinks. Don your best Going Out Clothes as you and your friends will be mixing and mingling with Gio Swaby and our hip St. Pete community at this fashionable and fun event. You’ll have the opportunity to experience the exhibition that everyone is talking about, Gio Swaby: Fresh Up, as well as meet the artist Gio Swaby and let loose on the dance floor. All are welcome to attend!
Looking for inspiration? Bright colors, floral prints, enamel jewelry, and straw bags are some of the signature pieces you’ll want to look for!
“Going Out Clothes encompasses that joy and self-fulfillment through a presentation that is regular but regal.” – Gio Swaby

Author and Sports Executive Rick Vaughn’s Historic Book Signing
2022-08-09 18:00 - 20:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, Florida, 33701, United States
As the guessing game of the Tampa Bay Rays’ future continues, it’s hard to believe that St. Petersburg was once known as the city that baseball built.
In his recently released book, “100 Years of Baseball on St. Petersburg’s Waterfront – How the Game Helped Shape a City,” Rick Vaughn explores the historic partnership between the Sunshine City and America’s favorite pastime.
Vaughn, a 30-year veteran in the sports communication field with the Baltimore Orioles, Tampa Bay Rays and Washington Redskins, will speak and hold his book release and signing on August 9 at 6 p.m. at the St. Petersburg Museum of History.
“100 Years of Baseball on St. Petersburg’s Waterfront” takes readers on a baseball journey from former Mayor Al Lang bringing Major League Spring Training to St. Pete in 1914, to the Tampa Bay Devil Rays’ first game on February 27, 1998, in the stadium that now bears Lang’s name.
From Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth to Joe DiMaggio and Jackie Robinson, hundreds of baseball’s Hall of Fame elite played on the waterfront and walked the streets of St. Petersburg. “100 Years of Baseball on St. Petersburg’s Waterfront” shares many of those star-studded stories.
The August 9th book release and signing takes place just a home run’s distance from the old Waterfront Park and home to the Schrader’s Little Cooperstown – an exhibit of the World’s Largest Collection of Autographed Baseballs.
Advanced copies of “100 Years of Baseball on St. Petersburg’s Waterfront – How the Game Helped Shape a City” are available at the Museum of History for $23.99. Museum members receive 10% off.
What: Book Signing for “100 Years of Baseball in St. Petersburg’s Waterfront – How the Game Helped Shape a City”
Who: Rick Vaughn
When: Tuesday, August 9
Time: 6pm
Where: St. Petersburg Museum of History
Admission: Free
Book Cost: $23.99, available for pre-order at 727-894-1052 X200

South Pasadena Virtual Hurricane Preparedness Seminar
2022-08-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Atlantic hurricane season started June 1st and runs through November 30th. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts a 65% chance of an above-average storm season this year and residents are encouraged to plan ahead. Fire Chief David Mixson and Deputy Fire Chief Emery Culverhouse will be holding virtual hurricane preparedness presentations to share information about evacuation plans, supply lists, alert systems, and what to do after a storm event. Members of the public can log in to watch the presentations and will be given opportunities to ask questions. The presentations will also be broadcast live on the City’s government channel, Spectrum channel 643. A viewing area will be available on the first floor of City Hall for those needing a place to watch the broadcast.
10 AM Presentation
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87623577486
Meeting ID: 876 2357 7486
Call In Phone Number: 301-715-8592
2 PM Presentation
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83428509091
Meeting ID: 834 2850 9091
Call In Phone Number: 301-715-8592
For more information about hurricane preparedness and the upcoming presentations, please call the Public Safety Department at 727-344-1666.

Historic St. Pete Trolley Tour
2022-08-13 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, Florida, 33701, United States
Join St. Petersburg Museum of History Saturday, August 13th for a historic trolley tour of the Sunshine City. From Thrill Hill and Roser Park to Coffee Pot and Mirror Lake, the Museum of History and Star Trolley take you on a historic trip through St. Pete’s past.

Please note that reservations are required and seating is limited on the trolley.

Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. There will be no refunds or exchanges for those missing the tour after the trolley departs.

Members: $30 | Not-yet-members: $35

NUTRITION: FACT VS FICTION with Camilla Nichols, MS
2022-08-17 17:30 - 18:15 | The Centre St. Pete Beach, 7525 Blind Pass Road, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH
Come join Camilla Nichols, MS to learn about what is commonly found in US processed foods that are banned in other countries; how to read a food label, bar codes and PLU stickers so you know where your food comes from. Tips and recipes provided for quick and healthy meal preparation.
Ultimately, you alone are responsible for your health and wellbeing. Our fast paced, convenience and immediate gratification-based culture does not promote health. Our health is directly linked to what we consume. Get proactive.
Find Camilla Nichols, MS health advice on our website at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/holistic-health/.

2022 Geckoball
2022-08-27 18:00 - 23:00 | Gulfport Casino, 5500 Bayshore Blvd S, Gulfport, FL, 33707, United States
he Gecko Ball is one of Gulfport’s most popular events, featuring music, dancing, a costume contest, silent and live auctions, the Gecko Queen coronation, and a cash bar.
Guests are highly encouraged to dress in Game Night or Gecko themed costumes, or a combination of both!
For more information and updates on the Gecko Ball, go to and “like” the Gecko Ball Facebook page: www.Facebook.com/GeckoBall.

22nd Annual Geckofest
2022-09-03 18:00 - 23:00 | Downtown Gulfport, Shore & Beach Blvd, Gulfport, FL, 33707, United States
Gulfport invites you to the 22nd Annual Geckofest, celebrating the end of summer with its largest festival of the year, honoring this waterfront village’s unofficial mascot and favorite reptile, the Gecko!
This year’s theme, chosen by public voting on the Gecko Ball Facebook page, is “Game Night”! The theme offers inspiration for a wide array of costumes, as well as music, dancing, food and drink. Festival-goers are always encouraged to arrive in costume.
Parking and admission to Geckofest is complimentary and the event is pet and family-friendly. For general information, please visit http://geckofest.com or call 727-322-5217.

Bucs Beach Bash Tailgate Experience
2022-09-09 - 2022-09-11 | Tradewinds Island Resort, 5500 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
Get ready for a weekend of sun, fun, and football at the 3rd annual Bucs Beach Bash, September 9-11. Kick off the weekend at RumFish Grill with the ultimate Tailgate Experience featuring appearances from Bucs Mascot Captain Fear and the Buccaneers Cheerleaders. Fuel up for the festivities with tasty tailgate specials like Buffalo Chicken Dip, Pulled Pork Sliders, and a bucket of ice cold beers as you watch previous Buccaneers highlights on our mega bar TV!
Party like a pirate all weekend long when you reserve the VIP Package with an all-access pass to live music, the Buccaneers gameday watch party, official Buccaneers party swag, and more!

2022 Madeira Beach Nautical Flea Market
2022-09-17 - 2022-09-18 | ROC Park, 300 Municipal Drive, Madeira Beach, FL, 33708, United States
Saturday September 17th, 2022 9:00am-6:00pm
Sunday September 18th, 2022 9:00am-6:00pm
R.O.C Park Madeira Beach, FL
200 Rex Place
Admission & Parking is FREE!
Come and enjoy the day at ROC Park! Listen to music, enjoy lunch and a cold beverage. Bring the kids too.
If it’s nautical, you’ll find it here – all types of boating equipment, fishing gear, nautical antiques and artwork, scuba gear, beach attire, boat shoes, jewelry, motors, anchors, tackle, hard to find parts and manufacturer close-outs!
Over 100 vendors will be selling new and used gear at great prices!
Looking for a new, or new to you, boat? Local dealers and private sellers will be on site ready to make a deal on new and used boats, motors, trailers and jet-ski’s.
No pets allowed on the event field

SHARKTOBERFEST at MOTE
2022-10-01 19:00 - 22:00 | MOTE Marine Lab, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL, 34236, United States
Raise a glass with Mote during Sharktoberfest, a craft beer festival in the Aquarium after hours!
On October 1 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Mote will host Sharktoberfest, featuring more than 15 local and regional breweries. Each guest will receive a commemorative tasting glass for sampling and a branded gift bag.
Sharktoberfest guests will experience Mote Aquarium as they never have before, with live entertainment, food stations, merchandise vendors and special experiences provided by Mote’s Education department. Dive into the fall season with Mote and join us for Sharktoberfest!
Tickets are on sale for $45. Buy now, this event is anticipated to sell out!

The Florida Orchestra’s 55th Celebration
2022-10-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st Street South, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Legendary violin superstar Itzhak Perlman will perform with The Florida Orchestra for its 55th Celebration concert on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at 8 pm at the Mahaffey Theater, conducted by TFO Music Director Michael Francis, the orchestra announced today. The benefit concert launches the 2022-23 season and supports TFO’s music and education programs.
Undeniably the reigning virtuoso of the violin, Perlman enjoys superstar status rarely afforded a classical musician. He will join the orchestra for its 55th season opener to perform some of his favorite movie music, including the Theme from Schindler’s List – which he performed in the Academy Award-winning film – along with As Time Goes By from Casablanca, the love theme from Cinema Paradiso and more.
Beloved for his charm and humanity as well as his talent, Perlman has received 16 Grammy Awards, four Emmy Awards, a Kennedy Center Honor, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and a Genesis Prize. Perlman has received multiple distinctions from U.S. presidents, including a Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, in 2015. For more about Perlman, click here.
Concert tickets go on sale exclusively to Florida Orchestra subscribers and top donors on Monday, Aug. 8, 2022, at 10 am, and to the general public on Monday, Aug. 15, at 10 am. Concert tickets are $75, $125, $175 and $225. Limited individual VIP tickets will be available for $550. All tickets will be available at FloridaOrchestra.org; 727.892.3337 or 1.800.662.7286; and the TFO Ticket Center.
VIP individual and select sponsorships are limited availability, and include premium concert seating, a pre-concert reception with bar and hors d’oeuvres at the Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater overlooking the St. Petersburg waterfront. Sponsorships of featured guest artist, conductor, concertmaster and concert program music selections include other benefits. For information, please contact TFO Chief Development Officer Susana Weymouth at (727) 362-5430 or sweymouth@floridaorchestra.org
The Florida Orchestra’s 55th Celebration Featuring Itzhak Perlman is the premier fundraising event of the 2022-23 season for the state’s largest professional orchestra, and the only arts organization that bridges Tampa Bay. Non-profit TFO exists to INSPIRE – UNITE – EDUCATE as we build community through the power of music. The benefit concert supports TFO’s high standard of artistic excellence on stage as well as robust education and community programs all year long, including free TFO Strings for Kids violin classes, Youth Concerts and more. The event’s honorary co-chairs are Montserrat and Emmanuel Cerf.
The following weekend, Oct. 7-9, Maestro Francis will debut the Hough Family Foundation Masterworks series with the iconic Carmina Burana, kicking off the classical series that ranges from Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 to Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 and much more. The Raymond James Pops series includes blockbusters such as Harry Potter vs Star Wars and the Beatles’ iconic Abbey Road album. TFO will perform more than 100 concerts this season in venues throughout Tampa Bay. Single tickets go sale to the public Aug. 15; season tickets are available now. Details at FloridaOrchestra.org.

SHINE Mural Festival
2022-10-14 - 2022-10-23 | Various Location in St. Petersburg
The SHINE® St. Petersburg Mural Festival returns for its eighth year, October 14-23, 2022. The internationally recognized street art festival will bring 17 new murals to the art districts and surrounding neighborhoods of St. Petersburg’s downtown. The curated event features some of the most highly respected local, national, and international muralists. The artists are given full creative expression to use the walls as canvas, illuminating the power of art in public spaces.
Stay tuned for artist lineup, map of murals, and additional event information!
Support SHINE®
If you’re interested in supporting St. Pete’s most vibrant event, sponsorship at all levels is still available. Please contact Jenee Priebe at jenee@stpeteartsalliance.org or visit our SHINE Sponsorship page.
About SHINE®
The annual SHINE® St. Petersburg Mural Festival illuminates the power of art in public spaces by revitalizing areas, inspiring dialogue, and uniting our community—while cultivating new standards of artistic excellence reflecting St. Petersburg’s creative and vibrant spirit. By using the walls and streets as canvas, SHINE transforms our shared spaces into a world-class outdoor gallery featuring top contemporary local, national, and international artists. Produced by the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance, SHINE has created more than 100 murals throughout downtown and the surrounding arts districts since 2015.
Find SHINE®
The SHINE® Mural Festival is the first in the world to have an accessible audio tour and the technology to instantly connect mural viewers to online content via PixelStix. This interactive technology is now being used by other mural organizations nationwide.
The SHINE® Mural Festival takes place every October. Follow SHINE on Facebook & Instagram at @ShineOnStPete for event updates!

Sacred Lands Concert: Undercover Rasta
2022-10-21 19:30 - 22:00 | Sacred Lands, 1620 Park Street North, St. Petersburg, FL, 33710, United States
SACRED LANDS is a beautiful waterfront botanical garden, a 501c3 organization and has rich native American history. Our fall music and a meal series continues this month on Friday, October 21, 2022; so mark your calendars. The concert will be held OUTSIDE on the Dolphin Stage with the Best of the Bay 2021 contest winner “UNDERCOVER RASTA” band. (Undercover Rasta composes and performs a rich mixture of soul, funk, pop, rock that is mostly rooted in reggae and of course, dancing is encouraged.) Please listen to their music on their website: https://www.undercoverrasta.com/music. The concert will start at 7:30 p.m. with a $15.00 admission. Therefore, reservations and prepayment are suggested. You can prepay in two ways:
1) Visit the Sacred Lands new website at www.sacredlandspreservation.org and click on the DONATE button on the home page to make your payment. After payment your name will be added to a “Reservation” list for check in at the gate OR you can mail a check to Sacred Lands, 1620 Park St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33710. We recommend that our guests follow COVID safety procedures such as safe distancing and wearing masks except while eating at your table.
An optional homemade dinner will be available with a main entree, green salad, fruit, and brownies for $10.00. The dinner starts at 7:00. Please add the cost of dinners to your pay-pal payment or call to reserve your dinners at the same time as concert reservation so we have enough food available. Any other questions please contact the music coordinator at 727-367-3592
PARKING DIRECTIONS: Sacred Lands, 1700 Park St., St. Petersburg, FL 33710. Turn off Park Street by the JP Tavern sign at Elbow Lane. Drive past their parking area towards the boat ramp but turn LEFT before it into big shell parking lot. Go to south end of lot to wooded gate entrance. You can bring chairs but some chairs and tables will be provided.
BIO INFO:
Undercover Rasta was formed in 2016 by Paul Young and is based out of Palm Harbor, Florida. Our band won second place in the Best of the Bay 2021 contest due to our great fan support. The band consists of Paul Young – lead vocals, songwriter and guitar; Brett “Viking” Sharbaugh – bass; Howard Ingram – lead guitar, sax, ukele, backing vocals; Luca Caracciolo – drums; Doug “Doc” Hasell – harmonica.
The band is made up of primarily “islanders”. Paul is from Jamaica. Brett is from the US Virgin Islands. Howard is from California. Doc is from Michigan (but recognizes Jamaica as his other home) and Luca is from Italy..
Undercover Rasta composes and performs a rich mixture of soul, funk, pop, rock that is mostly rooted in reggae.

Beers on the Pier
2022-10-22 19:00 - 22:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, Florida, 33701, United States
After years of waiting, it’s back! Beers on the Pier will return on October 22, 2022!
Explore the St. Petersburg Museum of History while you sample craft beers from over 20 breweries from throughout Florida and beyond!
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY ADULTS 21+ CAN ATTEND

BREWERIES

Keel Farms, Plant City
Paulaner, Munich
Cycle, St. Petersburg
Lagunitas, California
Abita, Louisiana
Terrapin, Georgia
New Belgium Bell’s, Michigan
Sierra Nevada, California
Brew Hub, Lakeland
The Tank, Miami
7venth Sun, Dunedin
New Holland, Michigan
Truly Hard Seltzer, Massachusetts
Escape Brewing, Trinity
Shiner, Texas
Cigar City, Tampa
AND MORE!

Halloween on Central
2022-10-30 12:00 - 17:00 | Central Avenue. See event description for more details., St. Petersburg
Halloween on Central returns to St. Petersburg this Sunday, October 30th noon-5pm. 22 blocks of Central Avenue will be closed to cars and other motorized vehicles. Event highlights will be strolling performers & entertainment, costumes everywhere, family fun, all the local shops, restaurants, pubs & galleries Central Avenue has to offer, music and food trucks. For the kids, there will also be event-wide trick-or-treating & treat stations and costume contests.
Fun for the little ones.

Event-Wide Trick-or-Treating & Treat Stations
Costume Contests
Weiner Dog Races & Dog Costume Contest
Haunted House
Flash Mob
Mummy Dancers
Magic Shows
Family-Friendly Games
Other Children’s Activities

Leave the car behind.

Ride the Brand New SunRunner for FREE
View map here
Ride Your Bike via the Pinellas Trail
Ride Share Service
Pay to Park at the Tropicana Lot
Park on the Neighborhood Streets North and South of the First Avenues

BungalowFest 2022: “Renovations & Restorations” Home Tour
2022-11-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Historic Kenwood Neighborhood, St. Petersburg, FL, 33713, United States
Come out and enjoy Southwest Florida’s premier architectural home tour returning for its 24th season! This year’s exciting experience explores architectural diversity and showcases 11 homes spotlighting our urban rebirth and the phenomenon of living large in small spaces. Renovations & Restorations will feature Craftsman Bungalows, Tudor, Ranch and Mid-Century Modern homes and a very special tour of Historic St. Petersburg High School recently completely restored. The tour also includes Public Art Installations throughout Historic Kenwood and invited artists’ works displayed in tour homes. Find out why Kenwood is known for being the neighborhood of the Arts in St. Petersburg. Covid protocols will be observed to assure your best experience.
Check in and registration begin at St. Petersburg High School at 2501 5th Ave. N. Stroll or use the free continuous Trolleys which transport guests throughout the neighborhood to view the selected Tour Homes. Tickets are $20.00 and are available on line www.historickenwood.org Tickets will also be available at St. Petersburg High School on the day of the event for $25.00. Additionally a silent auction will occur at the High School on the event day with items provided by local businesses. Last bids by 3:00pm.

BungalowFest draws hundreds of visitors each year and the neighborhood is delighted to again welcome everyone to the beautiful brick lined streets of this uniquely significant area of St. Petersburg, which is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Bring your family and your friends to experience this eclectic arts filled neighborhood encompassing 375 acres adjacent to downtown situated between Central Ave. and 9th Ave. North and between 19Th St North and 34 St. North. Artful and historic modern living in a Green City. We hope you will join us!
Co-sponsored by the City of St. Petersburg
Business Sponsorships available for information please contact Lauren@historickenwood.org

Sanding Ovations Master Cup
2022-11-17 - 2022-11-21 | Treasure Island, Treasure Island, FL, United States
Come see Treasure Island’s beach come to life at the 2022 Sanding Ovations presents “Once Upon a Time,” Nov. 17-20, 2022. See what happens when master sculptors use their imaginations and turn piles of sand and buckets of water into “outSANDing” works of art. Best of all, this year’s event will extend into a second weekend, Nov. 26-27.
The masterful exhibition of sand sculpting talent at a world-class level is a big appeal, supplemented by the sponsor sculptures created by Treasure Island’s own Meredith and Dan Doubleday of Sanding Ovations professional sand sculptors. This year’s “Once Upon a Time” wonderland will be created through the imaginations of sculptors Sue McGrew, Deborah Barrett-Cutulle, Melineige Beauregard, Benoit Dutherage, Fergus Mulvany, Damon Meri, Abe Waterman and Bruce Phillips.
There is plenty of room to spread out at the beach food court, beer garden and arts and crafts marketplace. Kites and night fly’s will be provided by Windworks of Maderia Beach. With fireworks lighting up the night sky on Saturday, and local, regional, and national touring bands making waves throughout the event, “Once Upon a Time” is a must-see experience in beautiful Treasure Island.
Sanding Ovations presents “Once Upon a Time” is free and open to the public.
History of Sanding Ovations
Florida was also home to the world’s largest sandcastle in 1985. Florida Governor Jeb Bush proclaimed Treasure Island as the Sand Sculpture Capital of Florida in 2001. This is what helped lead to the creation of Sanding Ovations, an annual sand sculpting exhibition and competition. Master sand sculptors from around the world come to Treasure Island to create sand masterpieces for everyone to enjoy.

St. Pete Beach Tree Lighting and Boat Parade
2022-12-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive, St. pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
First on the calendar is the Tree Lighting and Boat Parade. The Boat Parade route takes the captains throughout the intercoastal areas of St. Pete Beach, and the watch party and tree lighting ceremony begins at 6:30pm and takes place in Horan Park located at 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach, FL.
Free to attend.

Suntan Art Splash
2022-12-09 18:00 - 21:30 | Suntan Art Center, 3300 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
Enjoy a night of live music, dinner, dance, drinks, silent auction & art for sale.
All proceeds benefit Suntan Art Center.
Purchase your ticket here:
https://checkout.square.site/merchant/G2TX66FQ7WQGW/checkout/QF52657TMEHRMSCUFYQ7QXT6

Breakfast with Santa
2022-12-10 08:00 - 10:00 | St. Pete Beach Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr , St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
This event has become quite the tradition here in St. Pete Beach. The event takes place on December 10th, 2022 beginning at 8:00am with pastries, pancakes, and more on the menu. The participants will enjoy story time with Santa and Mrs. Claus, arts and crafts, and a small gift from Santa. Reservations are required. Cost: $10 per person. Visit spbrec.com for details.

MERRY BEACH MARKET
2022-12-10 14:00 - 20:00 | ROC Park, 300 Municipal Drive, Madeira Beach, FL, 33708, United States
This family friendly event is from 2 p.m. till 8 p.m., on Saturday, December 10th at R.O.C. Park/Madeira Beach Recreational Complex, 200 Rex Place on Madeira Beach.
Over 130 Local vendors will delight holiday shoppers, Live entertainment will keep the energy level high, and food and beverage stands will be in place to help fuel the festive atmosphere.
A few special treats at the Merry Beach Market is having an ideal vantage point for viewing the start of the 56th annual Madeira Beach Lighted Boat Parade, watch the official lighting of the Madeira Beach Christmas Tree, family holiday photo opportunities with Santa and SNOW for the kids to play in!
“The Merry Beach Market is the Chamber’s way of supporting our local vendors & businesses while providing a fun event leading up to the holidays,” said Chamber president Barry Rubin. “It offers the community a more relaxed holiday shopping experience, with the added ‘gift’ of seeing the lighted boat parade.”

Pass-a-Grille & Vina Del Mar Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
2022-12-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Merry Pier, 801 Pass-a-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
The Pass-a-Grille/Vina boat parade is Saturday, December 10th. Below is the flyer with more information. If you know a captain who would like to participate in the parade or someone who would like to be a judge house, the forms and more information can be found at the Merry Pier website, https://merrypier.com/

56th Annual Madeira Beach Festival of Lights
2022-12-10 18:30 - 20:30 | American Legion Post 273, 600 American Legion Dr, Madeira Beach, FL, 33708, United States
Join us for the 56th Annual Madeira Beach Festival of Lights Holiday Boat Parade. Madeira Beach’s lighted boat parade will happen Saturday December 10th, 2022. The parade begins at the American Legion Post 273 at 6:30pm, travels all the finger canals through the city, and ends at John’s Pass. Ending at approx 9:45/10pm.
Watch The Parade…
ROC Park – Come and do some shopping at the Merry Market, enjoy live music and join the kick off party on the seawall and watch the parade.
John’s pass – Have an evening of Holiday music and shopping with a late viewing of the parade
Over $3500 in CASH Prizes

Mistletoe Market
2022-12-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive, St. pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
The Mistletoe Market is full of locally made holiday gift ideas in the beautiful setting of Horan Park. Free to attend. Vendor space is available, visit spbrec.com for details.
Location: 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach, FL 33706

37th Annual Treasure Island Lighted Boat Parade
2022-12-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis Club, 10315 Paradise Boulevard, Treasure Island, FL, 33706, United States
Join us as the City of Treasure Island to celebrate the 37th Annual Treasure Island Lighted Boat Parade on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022. The Treasure Island Boat Parade is a dazzling nautical spectacle featuring a variety of boats, and one of the largest lighted boat parades in the Tampa Bay area!
A Holiday Celebration will be held at Treasure Bay from 5-7:30 pm to get the excitement started. There will be a DJ, a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus, interactive entertainers, and food/beverage concessions with a spectacular location to view the boat parade.
The parade will begin promptly at 6:20 p.m. just south of the Treasure Island Bridge. The route travels south of Paradise Island, back through the Treasure Island Causeway Bridge at 7 p.m., around the Isles of Palms and Capri, and finishes at John’s Pass at approximately 8:15 p.m.
For additional information, please call the Treasure Island Parks and Recreation Department at 727-547-4575, ext. 221.

37th Annual BCYC Christmas Boat Parade
2022-12-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Boca Ciega Yacht Club, 4600 Tifton Drive S, Gulfport, FL, 33711, United States
Each year, BCYC members and members of the general public come together to spread holiday joy by decking the hulls and heading out on Boca Ciega Bay to parade the BCYC way!

But it’s about more than fun and merriment!
Skippers need only a simple fee to enter the parade – two (or more!) unwrapped toys for Operation Santa. Operation Santa, coordinated by the Gulfport Police Department, collects toys for the children of Gulfport whose holidays would not be as cheerful without the generosity of the community. Boca Ciega Yacht Club is proud to have been part of Operation Santa for over 20 years!
Toys may be dropped off at the clubhouse (boxes will be available 11/18 and on).
If you have any questions, or would like to become a 2022 parade sponsor, please contact, Jenn Buckley at boatparade@sailbcyc.org We would love it if you would help us to continue to support these sponsors when doing your 20221 holiday shopping!

Redington Beaches & Indian Shores Christmas Boat Parade
2022-12-18 17:30 - 21:00 | Indian Shoers
Redington Beaches & Indian Shores Christmas Boat Parade 2022 is taking place on Sunday, December 18th from 5:30 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. (weather permitting)

Join us for the Boat Parade Viewing Party, beginning at 6:30 P.M. at the pavilion located behind the Indian Shores Town Hall. Bring the entire family and enjoy hot chocolate, cookies and many more goodies. The parade of boats are expected to pass Indian Shores approximately 7:15 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
