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Christmas At Dinosaur World Extended Hours
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Fridays - Sundays until January 4
Dinosaur World, 5145 Harvey Tew Rd, Plant City, FL 33565
Cost: $25 adult; $20 child
Experience the magic of Christmas at Dinosaur World! The park comes alive with the glow of miles of sparkling Christmas lights, winding through ancient pathways, and colossal Christmas lantern displays illuminating majestic dinosaurs and festive scenes.
Enjoy meet and greets with Santa, special activities and much more! Special events happen throughout the celebration, making each visit memorable and full of Christmas cheer.
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM Select nights November - December
ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
Cost: $52 (Standard Ticket Price); $42 under 12 yrs old.
This popular holiday tradition transforms the Zoo into a glowing wonderland filled with over a million lights, larger-than-life illuminated animal sculptures, unforgettable entertainment, delicious seasonal food, and interactive experiences. The event blends the excitement of new adventures with the comfort of familiar favorites to create lasting memories for both first-time guests and returning families.
November 19, 2025 - January 4, 2026
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
Cost: $18.50 Ice Skating; $10 Guided Trolley Ride; $40 holiday night cruise
Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa's Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Park!
Located along the Tampa Riverwalk, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is transformed with the sights, sounds and activities of the holidays for children and adults of all ages.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sunday November 30
The Tampa Riverwalk, 600 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
Cost: Free
Friends of the Riverwalk invites you to join our official 5th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting! Watch as Mayor Castor sails into the Convention Center basin aboard a Pirate Water Taxi to flip the switch on the Riverwalk Holiday Trees. Come kick off the holiday season along the Tampa Riverwalk with food, fun and entertainment for the whole family.
Santa's Carnival At Tampa Bay's Festival Of Lights
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Thursday November 27 - Sunday December 28
Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, 215 Sydney Washer Road, Dover, FL 33527
Enjoy midway rides including a Santa Train, Reindeer Carousel, family rollercoaster and Ferris wheel overlooking the 2-mile-long drive-thru Holiday Light Spectacular.
Rides ($5 or 10/$40) run Nov. 27-30, Dec. 4-7, Dec. 11-14, Dec. 18-28. Festival admission ($30/car up to 8 occupants) includes parking, light show and Santa's Village.
WFC Kitchen Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Friday December 12th at TGH Healthpark
11am-2pm
Homegrown Hillsborough Annual Conference
December 2-4th
Tuesday Social
Wednesday Conference
Thursday Brunch & Field Trips
