HOLIDAY EVENTS IN TAMPA BAY AND

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Holiday Events

Get your calendar ready! We're kicking off the 2020 holiday season with our favorite events in Tampa Bay and beyond. *Times, dates and events subject to change.

WINTER VILLAGE AT CURTIS HIXON PARK IN DOWNTOWN TAMPA Nov. 20-Jan. 3

Winter Village is returning this year with COVID-19 safety protocols in place, including pre-booking your family’s time to ice-skate on the real outdoor ice rink in the park. Shops and lights return, and this year, little ones can also enjoy a choo choo train ride in the park! wintervillagetampa.com

CHRISTMAS TOWN AT BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA BAY, Nov. 21-Jan. 3

This beloved event is back with safety modifications in place, much like we saw for the Halloween events. You can once again stroll through the park as it lights up with millions of holiday lights, taste holiday treats you only get once a year at Busch Gardens, see the shows and, of course, board the holiday train! buschgardenstampa.com

WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS & SANTA’S VILLAGE AT THE HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS IN DOVER Nov. 26-Dec. 27

This is a drive-thru event to experience a mile of spectacular lights with a visit to Santa’s Village at the end, if you choose. Santa’s Village features wagon rides, a circus show, camel and pony rides and more. thewonderlandoflights.com

HOLIDAY LIGHTS AT LARGO CENTRAL PARK, Nov. 26-Jan. 3

Largo Central Park will light up again with more than one million LED lights. This is an outdoor walking trail only, so be sure you remind everyone in your party to stay six feet from other people as requested by organizers. The park will light up on evenings from 5-10 p.m. It is free to park and stroll. playlargo.com

CHRISTMAS IN THE WILD AT ZOOTAMPA, Nov. 27-Dec. 20

Christmas in the Wild returns this year with your family’s safety in mind. Many of your favorites like the beautiful lights, fun themed treats and characters will be back, but there will be safety modifications in place. It’s a must-do night out with the kids! zootampa.org/christmas

LEGOLAND FLORIDA HOLIDAYS Select Nights Nov. 27-Dec. 29

LEGOLAND Florida is hosting holidaythemed fun for the entire family including special LEGO characters, treats and more! legoland.com/florida

THE OAKDALE CHRISTMAS HOUSE IN ST. PETERSBURG, Nov. 27-Jan. 3

Drive by and be amazed by the half million twinkling lights that have been ranked among the world’s best Christmas light displays. In its 42nd year, expect to see some major additions and upgrades to the display. The house is located at 2719 Oakdale St. S. in St. Petersburg. christmasdisplay.org CENTRAL FLORIDA:

DISNEY HOLIDAYS, Nov. 6-Dec. 31

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is taking a hiatus, but in its place, Disney is re-imagining the holiday experience at all of its parks and resorts. Expect to see your favorites from the Christmas Party parades as they march down Main Street in mini parades. There will be snowfall at Disney Springs in select areas and EPCOT’s International Festival of Holidays will feature holiday kitchens throughout the World Showplace. Santa will also make pop-up appearances through Walt Disney World! disneyworld.com

HOLIDAYS AT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ORLANDO, Nov. 14-Jan. 3

Your favorite holiday events at Universal Studios are returning for 2020 including Grinchmas at Islands of Adventure, Christmas at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s. universalorlando.com

SEAWORLD ORLANDO CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION, Nov. 21-Dec. 31

On select nights, experience more than 3 million lights throughout the park, live shows and more. The event is included with park admission. seaworldorlando.com

FOR MORE EVENTS, VISIT TAMPABAYPARENTING.COM. WE’LL BE UPDATING THE LISTINGS AS THEY COME IN!