Ep 184 | Weekly Round-Up | December 12

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25th Annual Hillsborough River Holiday Boat Parade

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Saturday December 13

Lowry Park Boat Ramp, 1204 W Flora St., Tampa, FL 33604

Cost: Free

Paddlers lead the way upriver from Lowry Park to Sulphur Springs in the 25th Annual Hillsborough River Holiday Boat Parade. Parade starts promptly at 6:00 pm, ends at 7:00 at Sulphur Springs Action League's Community Party at Sulphur Springs Park, 701 E. Bird St.

This FREE holiday event organized by the Friends of the Hillsborough River and Tampa Bay Sierra Club.

Spectators may watch from Lowry Park, Sulphur Springs Park, or anywhere in between.

Jingle Bell Bazaar At Ybor

Sunday December 14

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Centennial Park, 1800 E 8th Ave, Ybor City, FL 33605

Cost: Free

Experience the most magical holiday festival in historic Ybor City! The Jingle Bell Bazaar brings dazzling live performances, festive music, food trucks, holiday shopping, and Santa’s Village where you can take photos with Santa. A free, family-friendly celebration filled with festive flavors, joyful entertainment, and holiday cheer for all ages!

Christmas At Dinosaur World Extended Hours

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Fridays - Sundays until January 4

Dinosaur World, 5145 Harvey Tew Rd, Plant City, FL 33565

Cost: $25 adult; $20 child

Experience the magic of Christmas at Dinosaur World! The park comes alive with the glow of miles of sparkling Christmas lights, winding through ancient pathways, and colossal Christmas lantern displays illuminating majestic dinosaurs and festive scenes.

Enjoy meet and greets with Santa, special activities and much more! Special events happen throughout the celebration, making each visit memorable and full of Christmas cheer.

Christmas In The Wild

4:00 PM - 10:00 PM Select nights November - December

ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604

Cost: $52 (Standard Ticket Price); $42 under 12 yrs old.

This popular holiday tradition transforms the Zoo into a glowing wonderland filled with over a million lights, larger-than-life illuminated animal sculptures, unforgettable entertainment, delicious seasonal food, and interactive experiences. The event blends the excitement of new adventures with the comfort of familiar favorites to create lasting memories for both first-time guests and returning families.

Winter Village

November 19, 2025 - January 4, 2026

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL 33602

Cost: $18.50 Ice Skating; $10 Guided Trolley Ride; $40 holiday night cruise

Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa's Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Park!

Located along the Tampa Riverwalk, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is transformed with the sights, sounds and activities of the holidays for children and adults of all ages.

Santa's Carnival At Tampa Bay's Festival Of Lights

5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Thursday November 27 - Sunday December 28

Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, 215 Sydney Washer Road, Dover, FL 33527

Enjoy midway rides including a Santa Train, Reindeer Carousel, family rollercoaster and Ferris wheel overlooking the 2-mile-long drive-thru Holiday Light Spectacular.

Rides ($5 or 10/$40) run Nov. 27-30, Dec. 4-7, Dec. 11-14, Dec. 18-28. Festival admission ($30/car up to 8 occupants) includes parking, light show and Santa's Village.

WFC Kitchen Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

This morning at TGH Healthpark

11am-2pm