Through Sunday, December 13 – Christmas Carol 2.0!
7:30pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday/2pm Sunday, $10 – $28, St. Petersburg City Theatre, 4025 31st St. S, St. Petersburg. In one night, Ebenezer Scrooge sees his past, present & future come to haunt him & discovers the true meaning of Christmas. A host of beloved characters come to life on stage in this spectacular annual production. 727.866.1973 spcitytheatre.org
Through Saturday, December 19 – Sorry! Wrong Chimney!
7pm Fridays/2pm & 7pm Saturdays/2pm Sundays, $17 Members/$20 Nonmembers, Heritage Museum, 100 Beekman Ln., Tarpon Springs. Suspicions, hypnotism gone wrong, the notorious Santa burglar Kris Kreigle and his gun-toting fiancée, and a confused police officer all add up in a rollicking tale that is hilarious Christmas entertainment. tarponarts.org
Through Wednesday, December 23 – Mighty Fine! Holiday Show and Sale
10am –5pm Monday – Friday, Free, Dunedin Fine Art Center, 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin. A collection of works from around the region that any of your friends or relatives would be DELIGHTED to find under their tree. 727.298.3322 dfac.org
Through Saturday, December 26 – Annual Holiday Show: Spread Joy!
10am–5pm Monday– Saturday/noon–5pm Sunday, Free admission, Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Features one-of-a-kind art, functional art, wearable art, hands-on art-making experiences and artful delights for every taste and budget. Explore the galleries and shop showcases. Select from glass art, clay, paintings, prints, fabric art, photography, fabric arts and more. 727.822.7872 moreanartscenter.org
Through December 30 – Christmas in the Wild
4–10pm, $26.95 – $29.95, ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W Sligh Ave., Tampa.
Families looking for safe holiday fun will be immersed into an outdoor seasonal adventure featuring twinkling lights, delectable holiday treats, and new jolly adventures. Select evenings. 813.935.8552 zootampa.org
Through Monday, December 30 – River of Lights Holiday Cruises
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
Through Thursday, December 31 – Holiday Boutique 2020
Florida CraftArt Gallery, 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. The exhibition gallery presents handcrafted art and holiday themed pieces from artists throughout Florida. From gifts to Holiday decor by Florida talented artists, you’ll get a start to make the days magical. 727.821.7391 floridacraftart.org
Through Thursday, December 31 – Victorian Christmas Stroll
10am–5pm, $8 – $16, Henry Plant Museum, 401 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. Experience the extravagance and grandeur of a Victorian Christmas at the former 1891 Tampa Bay Hotel. 813.254.1891 plantmuseum.com
Through January 3 – Holiday Lights in Largo Central Park
5–10pm, Free, Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr., Largo. Stroll through Largo Central Park and escape into the show-stopping light display featuring over a million twinkling LED lights. Ferris Wheel & Jumbo Amusement Rides. $5 per ride. playlargo.com/special_events.php
Through Wednesday, January 6 – Victorian Christmas Stroll
11am –3pm Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, $3/$5, Safford House Museum
23 Parkin Ct., Tarpon Springs. Experience a traditional Victorian Christmas celebration at the historic Safford House, built in 1883 and beautifully decorated for the holidays. Masks are required and group size is limited. tarponarts.org
Friday, December 11 – Holiday Movies in the Park – The Polar Express
6:30pm, $5, Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Each ticket provides enough space for up to 8 people to share. Grab your friends and family and enjoy a night under the stars. Make sure to come early and jump in on all the holiday fun and even shop from local vendors to find that perfect holiday gift this year. Market open from 5–9pm. For tickets and more information: 727.363.9245 spbrec.com
Friday, December 11 and Saturday, December 12 – Happy New Year
5–8pm Friday/2–8pm Saturday, Free, The Studio@620, 620 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. A short collaborative film created by a group of artists working together on Zoom and alone, searching for hope and new ways to connect. This pop-up presentation includes an exhibit of work from the three visual artists in the film –Carrie Jadus, Ana Maria Vasquez and Tony Wong Palms. 727.895.6620 thestudioat620.org
Friday, December 11 through Sunday, December 13 – TFO: Holiday Pops
8pm Friday/2pm & 8pm Saturday/2pm & 7:30pm Sunday, $18 – $48, The Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st St. S, St. Petersburg. When you’re longing for traditional holiday favorites, there’s no place like The Florida Orchestra. Enrico Lopez-Yañez conducts. 727.662.7286 floridaorchestra.org
Friday December 11 through Wednesday, December 23 – Next Generation Ballet’s Nutcracker Outdoor Wonderland
5:30, 7, 8:30pm, $33.50 – $58.50, Straz Center, 1010 N W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. An outdoor performance event that re-imagines the traditional holiday favorite through an immersive experience that will lead the audience through all the memorable moments of the ballet while strolling through the Straz Center campus. 813.229.7827 strazcenter.org
Friday, December 11 through Thursday, December 24 – A Christmas Carol in Concert
6:30 and 9:30pm, $75/$99 per vehicle, freeFall Theatre Company, 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Outdoor, drive-in concert. Featuring songs from the production, performed by a cast of live performers along with multimedia and narration from the original novella, this is the perfect safe evening out during the holiday season. The audio of the show is broadcast to your vehicle via its radio or your smart device via a free app. 727.498.5205 freefalltheatre.com
Saturday, December 12 – 35th Annual BCYC Gulfport Christmas Boat Parade
6:30 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. sailbcyc.org/ChristmasBoatParade
Saturday, December 12 and Sunday, December 13 – Jingle All The Way Train Holiday Train Rides
Times vary, $12, Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr., Largo. Board the miniature Largo Central Park Railroad and view various holiday scenes, decorations, and costumed characters. Each guest will receive a commemorative souvenir. Face masks required. Children must ride with an adult. playlargo.com/special_events.php
Saturday, December 12 through Saturday, January 2 – Lights in Bloom: An Open-air Light Show!
6– 9pm, $7 – $35, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound St., Sarasota. Guests will be immersed in the glow of more than two million lights, all in a safe and socially distanced outdoor Gardens-wide experience. Activities will include touchless face painting, balloon artistry, and photo opportunities. Not available December 24 and 25. 941.366.5731 selby.org
Friday, December 18 – Holiday Movies in the Park – The Santa Clause
6:30pm, $5, Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Each ticket provides enough space for up to 8 people to share. Grab your friends and family and enjoy a night under the stars. Make sure to come early and jump in on all the holiday fun and even shop from local vendors to find that perfect holiday gift this year. Market open from 5–9pm. For tickets and more information: 727.363.9245 spbrec.com
Saturday, December 19 – Holiday Lighted Boat Parade Cruise
6–7:15pm/7:30–8:45pm, $39.95/$49.95, Pirate Water Taxi, Tampa Convention Center (Pirate Water Taxi Home Dock: Stop #7), 333 S Franklin St., Tampa. Your ticket includes a 75-minute cruise with spectacular views of the boat parade and downtown Tampa. 813.390.3711 piratewatertaxi.com
Saturday, December 19 – Moscow Ballet’s Nutcracker Christmas Stream
8pm, $24 – $70, Van Wezel, 777 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Take a trip backstage with the cameras for a look at how the magic is made, and hear first-hand from world-class artists, designers and the creators of this cherished production. See the full performance as captured on stage with a behind-the-scenes look. Virtual meet and greet opportunities will be available for purchase. 941.953.3368 vanwezel.org
Saturday, December 19 – St. Pete Beach Drive-by Holiday Parade
Times and route TBD, St. Pete Beach. Make sure to step out of your front doors and wave to Santa as he cruises through the streets of St. Pete Beach. 727.363.9245 spbrec.com
Sunday, December 20 – Classical Christmas – Free Live Stream Concert
5pm, Free – donations accepted. Music to celebrate the season from history’s greatest composers including Mozart, Handel and Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. Daniel Black conducts. Registration required. floridaorchestra.org
Thursday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve Fireworks Celebration
10pm, $5 for up to six people, Col. Michael J. Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach. Reserve a space for up to 6 people to share. Bring your blankets, snacks, friends and family and celebrate the new year with fireworks. 727.363.9245 spbrec.com
Thursday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise
11:15pm–12:15am, $39.95/$49.95, Pirate Water Taxi, , Tampa Convention Center (Pirate Water Taxi Home Dock: Stop #7), 333 S Franklin St, Tampa. This 1-hour cruise includes a champagne toast (21+), party favors and prime viewing of Downtown Tampa’s fireworks. All ages welcome. 813.390.3711 piratewatertaxi.com
Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year!