Saturday, November 17 – Holiday Choral Concert
7 pm, Free, St. Petersburg College, Gibbs Campus Music Center, 6605 Fifth Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Joint choral concert with SPC College Chorus and SPC Community Chorus featuring Franz Joseph Haydn’s Little Organ Mass and holiday choral works of the season. 727.341.4360 go.spcollege.edu/Artscalendar
Saturday, November 17 – Sundial St. Pete Annual Tree Lighting Celebration
5:30 – 8:30 pm, Free, Sundial, 153 2nd Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Features thousands of twinkling lights, Christmas music, face painting for kids, family art projects and snow. Snow falls nightly from 6 – 9 pm. Free photos with Santa every Friday from 4 – 9 pm, Saturday from noon – 9 pm and Sunday from noon to 5 pm through December 24. 727.800.3201 sundialstpete.com
Saturday, November 17 and Sunday, November 18 – Holiday Market & Expo
10 am – 5 pm, Free, The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. There will be many unique merchants exhibiting their gift and decorating ideas. Unusual, fun and interesting gift ideas, from home decor to holiday art. 10times.com/holiday-market-stpetersburg
Friday, November 23 through Sunday, December 30 – Holiday Lights in the Garden
5:30 – 9:30 pm, $4 Suggested Donation/ Under 12 Free, Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Delight in the shimmering lights, holiday entertainment, beautiful flora and warmth of the season. Special visits from Santa. 727.582.2100 flbg.org
Friday, November 23 through Thursday, January 3 – Oakdale Christmas Light Display
6 – 10 pm, Free, 2719 Oakdale Street S, St. Petersburg. This event is among the largest and longest running home displays in the United States. One-half acre in size, Approximately 1/4 million lights. christmasdisplay.org
Saturday, November 24 – Santa Parade & Christmas Tree Lighting
5:30 pm, Free. Parade begins at Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Dr. SE, St. Petersburg. The Tree Lighting will follow the Santa Parade at 8 p.m. in North Straub Park. Stay after to enjoy entertainment, children’s activities and music. Food concessions will be available. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents
Saturday, November 24 through Tuesday, January 1 – Waterfront Lights and Display
Free, North Straub Park, South Straub Park, Pioneer Park, Al Lang Park and Albert Whitted Park, St. Petersburg. See thousands of holiday lights and decorations. Don’t miss the giant greeting card display along Bayshore Dr. at Vinoy Park made by local teens from St. Petersburg’s recreation centers. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents
Saturday, November 24 – Tampa Bay Beaches Festival of Trees Inaugural Event
11 am – 2 pm, Free, St. Pete Beach Community Center, Treasure Island Community Center, Madeira Beach Municipal Center, Indian Shores Municipal Center & Indian Rocks Beach City Hall. Enjoy the holiday spirit, grab a cup of hot cocoa and pick out a beautifully decorated tree to spruce up your home or business. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Tampa Bay Watch. info@tampabaybeaches.com 727.360.6957 web.tampabaybeaches.com/events
Wednesday, November 28, through Sunday, December 30 – Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
7 pm Wednesday & Thursday/2pm Saturday & Sunday/8 pm Friday & Saturday, Prices vary, American Stage, Raymond James Theatre, 163 Third St. N, St. Petersburg. Inspired by one of the most beloved literary romances of all time, Miss Bennet will enchant Jane Austen fans and new-comers alike. americanstage.org
Thursday, November 29 – A Very Merry Market
4 – 8 pm, Free, 4 – 8 pm, Free, Great Explorations Children’s Museum and Sunken Gardens, 1825 4th St. N, St. Petersburg. A free shopping event showcasing the talented makers and businesses that make the area a unique and eclectic place to shop. Guests will also enjoy exclusive discounts and free holiday treats and spirits. greatex.org/event/very-merry-market
Thursday, November 29 – Deck the Great Hall – Holiday Open House
6 – 8 pm, Free, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg. Tree lighting festivities with music and refreshments. The ornaments will be available for purchase with proceeds going to the Museum. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org
Friday, November 30 through Sunday, December 30 – River of Lights
6 pm/7 pm/8 pm/9 pm/10 pm, $18 Child/$28 Adult, Tampa Convention Center (Pirate Water Taxi Home Dock: Stop #7), 333 S Franklin St, Tampa. View festive decorations, lighted bridges and other surprises along the Hillsborough River. Features a whimsical narration, Christmas Carolers, hot chocolate and a holiday cookie for all. piratewatertaxi.com/events/river-of-lights-2018
Saturday, December 1 – 8th Annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree
4 – 7 pm, Free, Downtown Tierra Verde. A visit from Santa, a pet parade, raffle prizes, games for kids of all ages, live music and entertainment. tierraverdebusinesspartnership.com/treelighting
Saturday, December 1 – Florida Orchestra Guild’s Holiday Tour of Homes
10 am – 4 pm, $25Advance/$30, Northeast St. Petersburg. Each residence will be decorated in holiday traditions unique to the family living there. In addition to decorating interior spaces, many of the homeowners expand the holidays into outdoor patio and pool areas. All proceeds will benefit. The Florida Orchestra. For ticketing information, call 727.254.1176.
Saturday, December 1 – Holly Fest Bazaar & Luncheon
10 am – 2 pm, $15, Treasure Island Community Center, 154 106th Ave., Treasure Island. Wonderful crafts, money tree, 50/50, baskets, jewelry and holiday shopping. Lunch served at noon. Benefits city beautification projects. BJ Flowers 863.420.1226 or Judy Koepkey 615.556.4977
Saturday, December 1 through Sunday, December 23 – Victorian Christmas Stroll
10 am – 8 pm, $15 Adults / $13 Seniors / $9 Youth, Henry Plant Museum, 401 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. Celebrate the warmth and spirit of an old fashioned holiday. Complimentary cider and cookies. Holiday music. 813.254.1891 plantmuseum.com
Saturday, December 1 – Snowfest
10:30 am – 3 pm, $5, North Straub Park, 400 Bay Shore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Activities include a big and kiddie toboggan slide, art tent, karaoke, moonwalk, giant slide, and a Kiddyland area designed especially for preschoolers with inflatable train. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents
Monday, December 3 – Light Up the Night
7 pm, Free, Clymer Park, Gulfport Blvd. S, Gulfport. City of Gulfport holiday tree lighting. Music, light refreshments sing-a-long, Santa visits. 727.893.1118 visitgulfportflorida.com
Monday, December 3 – Sundial St. Pete Menorah Lighting Celebration
5 – 8 pm, Free, Sundial, 153 2nd Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Rabbi Alter Korf of the Chabad Jewish Center presides over the lighting of the area’s largest menorah to celebrate Hanukkah, along with traditional foods from Locale Market, a line-up of world-class performers and activities for every member of the family.. 727.800.3201 sundialstpete.com
Wednesday, December 5 – Mrs. Santa Luncheon & Fashion Show
11:30 am, $85, The Club at Treasure Island, 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Treasure Island. Relax and enjoy the beauty and spirit of the season. Benefits Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Contact Judy Keyak jkeyak@tampabay.rr.com
Thursday, December 6 – 3rd Annual Jingle Mingle
6 – 8:30 pm, $50, Sunken Gardens, 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg. Twinkle lights, holiday music by the St. Pete High ‘Pitchforks’ and soft jazz renditions of holiday favorites by Henry Ashwood promise a lovely beginning to the Season. Complimentary wine, beer and hors d’oeuvres. facebook.com/SunkenGardensForever
Thursday, December 6 – Bay Voices Ensemble
6 pm, Free, Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. The Tampa Bay male vocal ensemble under the direction of Stephen Allen will perform songs of the season on the steps of the Museum’s helical stairway. 727.823.3767 thedali.org
Friday, December 7 – Boat Parade and Winter Festival in the Park
6pm, Free, Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Boat Parade Viewing Party to include live music, art projects for children, and a special visit from Santa! spbrec.com/special-events
Friday, December 7 – Death By Chocolate
7 pm, $20/$25, Central Park Performing Arts Center, 105 Central Park Dr., Largo. This chocolate “heaven” will tempt your taste buds while holiday music fills the air. 100% of the proceeds raised by this event benefit and support local youth programs. 727.587.6793 largoarts.com
Friday, December 7 – Holiday Movies in the Park – The Christmas Story
7 pm, Free, Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs and settle in for a holiday movie. It’s sure to be a fun evening for the entire family. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents
Friday, December 7 – Silver Bells Luncheon
11 am, $100, St. Petersburg Yacht Club, 11 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Enjoy a “Holiday Extravaganza” including a sumptuous luncheon, entertainment by Maestro Mark Sforzini and members of the St. Petersburg Opera, plus a fabulous silent auction. Ursula Carroll 727.367.9289
Saturday, December 8 – Christmas Parade and Santa’s Visit to Whoville
11 am, Free, St. Pete Beach. Starts at City Hall, 155 Corey Ave. and heads west down Corey Ave., south on Blind Pass Rd., east on 73rd to Bay St. and back to City Hall. Art projects, a movie and a special visit from Santa at the end of the parade. Best parade viewing areas will be along Corey Ave. Parking will be available at the Community Center. spbrec.com/special-events
Saturday, December 8 – Holiday Hoopla
10 am – 5 pm, Free, 3101 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport. A celebration of arts, crafts, foods, holiday music and roving holiday characters set in a waterfront atmosphere.
facebook.com/HolidayHooplaGulfport
Saturday, December 8 – Boca Ciega Yacht Club Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
6 pm, Free viewing, Starts at the Gulfport Municipal Marina, heads to Williams Pier, Town Shores, Kipps Colony, Pasadena Yacht & Country Club, Pasadena Golf Club Estates and Isla del Sol. sailbcyc.org/ChristmasBoatParade
Saturday, December 8 – Madeira Beach Annual Festival of Lights Illuminated Boat Parade
6:30, Free viewing, Starts at ROC Park and heads down the Intracoastal Waterway to John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk. islandneighborschamber.org
Saturday, December 8 – Pinellas Park Christmas Parade
6 pm, Free, Starts at 58th St. and proceeds eastbound on Park Blvd. to The Shoppes at Park Place. This annual event rich in Christmas tradition is the perfect way to bring holiday cheer. Watch as festive floats parade down the streets of Pinellas Park. celebratepinellaspark.com/pinellas-park-holiday-parade
Sunday, December 9 – Historic Old Northeast Candlelight Tour of Homes
3 – 8 pm, Historic Old Northeast, St. Petersburg. Tour eight beautiful and distinctive homes. Stroll the brick streets, take in the festive decorations, home renovations and perhaps even pick up some decorating ideas. Proceeds benefit neighborhood improvements honna.org
Sunday, December 9 – Robby’s Pancake Breakfast
8 am – noon, $5, Treasure Island Community Center, 154 106th Ave., Treasure Island. Pancakes, sausage patties, coffee & tea, juice. $5 Bloody Marys. Bring a new unwrapped toy or food to help fill the Red Sled for Foster Care Kids.
Monday, December 10 – Christmas With Michael W. Smith
8 pm, $69/$79, Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Multi-GRAMMY® award winning artist Michael W. Smith returns to Clearwater with an evening of Christmas joy for his Capitol Theatre debut with very special guest Melinda Doolittle. 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com/capitol-theatre
Wednesday, December 12 – Boley Angels Jingle & Mingle Holiday Brunch
10:30 am, $50, Club at Treasure Island, 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Teasure Island. A great opportunity to mix, mingle, jingle and bid on items to support the Boley Angels. Kathryn Juarez 727.821.4810 x 5724
Friday, December 14 – Boley Centers’ 36th Annual Jingle Bell Run
7:30 – 9 pm, $30/$35 Race Fee, Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Dr. SE, St. Petersburg. A 3-mile event that will feature 1,500 luminarias, 15 bands, three glow zones, snow, glow in the dark face paint, glow necklaces and thousands of merry runners, joggers, walkers and four-legged trotters! Participation supports housing for individuals and families who have been chronically homeless. runsignup.com/Race/FL/SaintPetersburg/BoleyCentersJingleBellRun
Friday, December 14 – Holiday Movies in the Park – The Santa Clause
7 pm, Free, Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs and settle in for a holiday movie. It’s sure to be a fun evening for the entire family. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents
Friday, December 14 – Treasure Island’s Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
6:20 – 8:15 pm, Free viewing, departs from The Club at Treasure Island and ends at John’s Pass. Dazzlingly decorated boats circle the city. mytreasureisland.org
Saturday, December 15 – An Old Florida Christmas
11 am – 4 pm, Free, Manatee Village Historical Park, 1404 Manatee Ave. E (SR 64), Bradenton. Family-friendly entertainment including musical performances, make-and-take seasonal crafts, heritage artisans, food vendors, and vintage silent holiday films – something to delight every age. manateevillage.org
Saturday, December 15 – 93.3 FLZ Jingle Ball 2018
7 pm, $41 – $151, Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. Annual holiday concert. All-star performers will include Shawn Mendes, Marshmello, Khalid, NF, Bebe Rexha, Bazzi and Sabrina Carpenter. 813.301.6500 amaliearena.com
Saturday, December 15 and Sunday, December 16 – St. Petersburg Holiday of the Arts
10 am – 5 pm, Free, South Straub Park, 198 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Artisans from across Florida and throughout the United States journey to St. Petersburg to create an outdoor gallery comprised of the most beautiful and stunning original and handmade art. paragonartevents.com/S-82-St.+Petersburg+Holiday+of+the+Arts.html
Sunday, December 16 – Cirque Musica Holiday Presents Wonderland
7 pm, $25 – $85, USF Yuengling Center, 4202 E Fowler Ave., Tampa. This show blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with the sensory majesty of a symphony orchestra performing the greatest holiday music of all time. 800.745.3000 yuenglingcenter.com
Friday, December 21 – Holiday Movies in the Park – Santa Paws
7 pm, Free, Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs and settle in for a holiday movie. It’s sure to be a fun evening for the entire family. stpeteparksrec.org/holidayevents