Christmas in Tampa, Florida 2024 is celebrated through family activities and Christmas weekend events. Christmas is not just about shopping for the holidays, but its also about doing things with friends & family. There are many things to do for Christmas in Tampa Florida. Check out the events directory to find out whats going on in Tampa for the holiday season.
Things to Do for Christmas in Tampa 2024
Tampa Bay's Festival of Lights & Santa's Village
at Hillsborough County Fairgrounds
Tampa Bay’s Festival of Lights & Santa’s Village transforms the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds into a dazzling winter wonderland from Thanksgiving Day through December 29, featuring more than 1 million light throughout the 2 mile drive-thru experience!
Shimmering Lights Winter Walk-Thru Light Show
at Sunkissed Acres
Step into a world of enchantment at our Shimmering Lights Winter Walk-Thru Light Show! Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the season, where every corner sparkles with festive lights and joyful melodies fill the air.
Country Christmas at HarvestMoon Fun Farm
at HarvestMoon Fun Farm
Join us at HarvestMoon Fun Farm for our 5th Annual Christmas season, starting November 30th! Enjoy dazzling lights, an enchanted hayride, Santa visits, our 70ft jumping pillow, Christmas Lane, petting farm animals, a festive light show, and seasonal treat
Maggiano's Tampa - Breakfast With Santa
at Maggiano's Little Italy
Join us at Maggiano's Little Italy as we invite Santa to Breakfast! Bring your Wish List & take some pictures!
Photo Shoot and Breakfast with Santa
at GFWC Tampa Woman's Club House
Join us for a festive morning! Families will enjoy a photo shoot with Santa, a delicious breakfast with Mrs Clause, and fun activities!
KSY Christmas Party
at Centro Asturiano de Tampa
Join the Krewe of the Knights of Sant' Yago for our Annual Christmas Party.
All I Want For Christmas - Halo Holiday Market
at 14352 N Dale Mabry Hwy
Get ready to shop 'til you drop at the Halo Holiday Market, where you'll find all you want for Christmas under one roof!
Explorers Jingle Bowl Rock
at Main Event Wesley Chapel
Get ready to rock and roll at Explorers Jingle Bowl Rock - a fun-filled holiday event!
The River Christmas Extravaganza
at The River at Tampa Bay Church
A special Christmas event, featuring a full 50-piece orchestra and 350,000 Christmas lights! Bring your friends and family as we celebrate the King of Kings.
Brunch with Santa
at Plant City Photo Archives Inc
Join us for a fun-filled and delicious brunch with Santa and Mrs. Clause!
Christmas Holidays Festival ¡Viva la Música, Viva la Navidad!
at HCC Performing Arts Ybor City
Sunstate Orchestral Program Celebrates Its 5th Anniversary with a Christmas Festival.
2024 Christmas Winter Festival- FTC Tampa
at NUC University – Florida Technical College Tampa
Join us for FTC's Annual Winter Festival! Enjoy holiday cheer, crafts, and a FREE photo with Santa!
Christmas Edition GlowGa - Glow in the Dark Yoga
at 723 W Columbus Dr
Let’s glow and flow in GlowGa. We'll flow under a combination of black lights and glow sticks and end the night with a lively DJ session.
Paws, (Santa) Claus, & Cocoa: A Holiday Celebration with Ethan Allen
at Ethan Allen Brandon
Santa, mimosas, pups & holiday cheer! Join us Dec 8th at Ethan Allen Brandon for festive fun & explore designs perfect for your home!
Tuesday Night Lights with Off Balance Run Club
at Armature Works
Join us for a Tuesday evening 3 mile starting & ending at Armature Works along the Tampa Riverwalk
Florida Wind Band Presents "Joy to the World!"
at Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church
"Join the the Florida Wind Band in our new ""Lights Out"" Chamber Series. This takes place in the sanctuary at Palma Ceia Pres. Church.
Italian Club Members Christmas Party
at Italian Club of Tampa
We cordially invite you and your family to join us as we celebrate the season among friends and family!
Crafting with Shawna Diamond Art Christmas Ornaments
at First Ladies Farm and Sanctuary
Come join Shawna for a holiday themed Craft Night! We will have a hot chocolate bar in the barn for you to enjoy while you create!
Paving Crew Christmas Party
at Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse - Tampa
Get ready to celebrate the holidays with your fellow paving crew members at our Christmas party!
Brunch with Santa at Hotel Flor Tampa
at Hotel Flor Tampa Downtown, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
? Brunch with a VIP! ? Santa’s coming to town – and he’s fueling up with a festive brunch at Hotel Flor Tampa! ?✨ ?️ Saturday, December 14th
Cracker Country - Christmas in the Country
at Florida State Fairgrounds
Cracker Country, Tampa’s only living history museum, invited guests of all ages to its annual celebration of the holiday season, held exclusively on Saturday, December 14: Christmas in the Country!
Gasparilla Cars in the Park
at Carrollwood Village Park
We are celebrating all the fantastic collectible cars, trucks, and motorcycles. A special appearance by GasparSanta kicking off the holidays and showing us all how to Party Like a Pirate!
Christmas Party on 12/14 5 pm at West Meadows Clubhouse
at 8401 New Tampa Blvd
Come join us for a jolly Christmas Party on 12/14 at 5 pm at West Meadows Clubhouse - it's going to be a festive blast!
Santa's Scientific Workshop
at MOSI - Museum of Science & Industry
Sleigh the day at MOSI's family friendly holiday event! Enjoy cookies with Santa, write him a letter to send to the North Pole, and track Santa's route in our planetarium. Ticket sales begin September 1, 2024. This event is open to guests of all ages
REVIVE TAMPA CHRISTMAS GALA
at 1605 N Nebraska Ave
Join us for fun and fellowship!
Christmas Ball
at 9001 Taylor Rd
Get ready to dance the night away in style at our Christmas Ball, filled with festive decorations, delicious food, and holiday cheer!
Ugly Sweater Bingo: Holiday Music Edition
at 2804 James L Redman Pkwy suite 106
Get ready to sing along in your ugliest holiday sweater while playing bingo and winning prizes at Ugly Sweater Bingo: Holiday Music Edition!
Femmes & Follies: Halloween for Christmas
at La La's Sangria Bar
When two hurricanes make Halloween less fun. We demand a re-do for Christmas! All Halloween Cabaret Show.
Kompa Under The Stars Pre-Christmas Edition
at 1241 E Fowler Ave
? Get ready to dance under the stars! Join us for the Kompa Under The Stars: Pre-Christmas Edition at Jerk Hut! ?
Paws, (Santa) Claus, & Cocoa: A Holiday Event at Ethan Allen Citrus Park
at Ethan Allen
Santa, mimosas, pups & holiday cheer! Join us Dec. 15th at Ethan Allen Citrus Park for festive fun & explore designs perfect for your home!
6th Annual Jingle Bell Bazaar at Ybor Holiday Festival
at Centennial Park
Get ready to jingle all the way to Ybor City's Annual Family Holiday Festival with live entertainment, food trucks, Santa, & shopping.
Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour 2024
at Tampa Theatre
The “Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour 2024”, presents a collection of Holiday Favorites, performed by world-class musicians and vocalists from around the world.
Jingle & Mingle Bar Crawl
at Showbar Ybor
The return of our holiday classic is here! Join us for our annual holiday bar crawl!
Jingle Carts 2024: Forest Hills Bicycle & Golf Cart Parade (6th Annual)
at Babe Zaharias Golf Course Clubhouse
Spread joy and support a good cause! Join us on your decorated bicycle or golf cart for a safe evening ride through beautiful Forest Hills.
A Str8foolishness Christmas Show Experience "Tampa FL" WR Event Center
at 3412 E 7th Ave
Experience the Str8foolishness Comedy Show at Tampa's WR Event Center on December 15th.
All Black Gala Party Christmas Edition
at 4211 E Busch Blvd
Join us for an exclusive evening of elegance at the All Black Gala Party: Christmas Edition. Dress in your finest all-black attire!
Bracelet Bar - Christmas Edition
at Armature Works
Bracelet making with Kelsey Belmont Designs
Star Wars Unlimited Sith Cup Tournament
at Beech Boyz Comics & Games
Get ready to wield your lightsaber and show off your dark side in the ultimate Sith Cup Tournament for Star Wars fans!
La Collina's Children's Christmas Party
at La Collina Brandon, Fl
Santa is coming to La Collina! A special event for where children can share their wishes, snap a photo with Santa and have fun.
Sister Lift Annual Christmas Gift Swap Brunch
at Brandon's Event Space
Time for our Sister Lift Annual Gift Swap Brunch - a fun way to exchange gifts with your sisters while enjoying good food. Bring a $20 gift.
Christmas Extravaganza
at Core Revival Center
Get ready for the ultimate Christmas Extravaganza!
Breakfast With Santa & Friends
at Skateworld of Tampa
Spend the morning with your favorite festive friends and enjoy a full buffet breakfast.
"ELVIS: A Blue Christmas" Live In Tampa, FL | Matt Stone As Elvis
at New Tampa Performing Arts Center
The #1 Elvis Tribute Concert In America
Movie on the Lawn Double Feature - The Grinch & National Lampoons Christmas
at Armature Works
Don't miss our special double feature! Ease into the night with The Grinch at 6:00pm, followed by the classic National Lampoons at 8:00pm.
Waterset Neighborhood Wine Club Holiday Event
at Society Wine Bar - Apollo Beach
Get ready to sip, mingle, and jingle at the Waterset Neighborhood Wine Club Holiday Event! ( This is a Waterset Neighborhood only event )