Holiday Events and Shows Around Tampa Bay: Snow Fest, Chase the Dreidel 5K, Winter Village, Unchant, and More!

‘Tis the season for holiday cheer in Tampa Bay! From snow festivals to lighted boat parades, there are plenty of festive events to put on your calendar in the coming weeks.

One must-see event is Snow Fest in St. Pete, where you can enjoy toboggan slides, inflatables, arts and crafts, and holiday games on December 7th. For a unique experience, check out the Chase the Dreidel 5K in St. Petersburg on December 8th, where a life-sized dreidel will spin down the streets.

If you’re looking for a winter wonderland, head to Curtis Hixon Park Winter Village in downtown Tampa for ice skating and pop-up shops through January 5th. For a quirky twist on Christmas, don’t miss Unchant: Christmas with a Florida Twist, an immersive art expo filled with strange and magical holiday fun.

Music lovers can catch the Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Amalie Arena on December 15th, or enjoy the Mindi Abair Christmas tour at the Capitol Theatre on December 20th. For a unique holiday experience, check out Cirque Musica Holiday at Ruth Eckerd Hall on December 21st.

And don’t forget about the Tampa Riverwalk Lighted Boat Parade on December 21st, where hundreds of illuminated boats will make their way down the Hillsborough River for a festive display.

Whether you’re into snow festivals, music concerts, or lighted boat parades, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this holiday season in Tampa Bay. Get out and make some merry memories!