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Staff Hoofbeat

Jumping into the holiday season, we explore the different things to do and see around the bay area

Alanna Wyatt staff reporter

The Christmas season is approaching which means festive activities are starting to open to the public. The holidays give everyone the option to find something that brings them joy. Whether that is spending time with family, stuffing your face, or finding fun activities to do with your friends.

As Logan Polen’s (‘24) family prepares for the Christmas season, they take a trip around the neighborhood to look at the sparkling Christmas lights.

“My Father works at the Mercedes dealership and so every year he’ll take a convertible and we’ll all go out and look at Christmas lights in the convertible and drive around.” Polen said.

D’Andra Hamilton (‘23) took a trip this year to Busch Gardens Christmas town, and she reflects on her time spent there with her boyfriend.

“I usually go to Busch

Gardens Christmas Town because it truly is the most magical memories you can make with your friends and family. There are lights and hot chocolate stands everywhere, making it feel so unreal and joyful. Taking a trip to Christmas Town really is the perfect way to get into the Christmas mood,” Hamilton said.

Paityn Hutchinson (‘25) reflects on her yearly trip she takes to Snowcat Ridge with her best friend, and how it is a fun experience for Floridians who have never seen snow.

“For the past few years, I have gone to Snowcat Ridge Snow Park in Dade City with my best friend. Going there and getting to experience snow, even in the Florida heat, really makes it feel more like the holidays.” Hutchison said. Busch Gardens Christmas Town will continue to be open for the special event until Jan. 9, where students can go see the twinkling Christmas lights and ride the thrilling roller coasters. Snowcat Ridge is open until January, where you can experience snow as a