Christmas in Tampa, Florida 2022 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 2022
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Busch Gardens® Christmas Town
at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Celebrate the year with holiday cheer and create merry memories for the whole family during this iconic seasonal event.



Ybor City Tree Lighting Ceremony
at Centro Ybor
Kick off your holiday celebrations with the Tree Lighting in Ybor City! One of Tampa's favorite holiday events is the gathering of the community for the annual Christmas tree lighting.



Egypt Shrine Center FEZTIVAL OF TREES
at Egypt Shrine Center
The festival of trees is a family event that is put on by Egypt Shriners with help from local sponsors that showcase decorated “themed” Christmas trees that are raffled off at the end of the event. The tree, decorations, and any goodies under or around it
Christmas in the wild
at ZooTampa at Lowry Park
Christmas in the Wild is a limited capacity event. Advanced purchase tickets and timed reservations are strongly encouraged and the only way to guarantee admission.
Santa's Workshop Holiday Escape Room
at Time Trap Escape Room
CAN YOU SAVE CHRISTMAS? Our annually 2021 Holiday room. Transport yourself to the North Pole and spend some time in our beautifilly decorated and immersive toy workshop. Totallly blinged out for the holidays in traditional Time Trap style.

Streamside Dr. Christmas Display
at Streamside Dr
Tampa Bays Most Famous Christmas Light Display for over 17 Years


Christmas Lights in the Park
at Masonic Park & Youth Camp
A free, fun, family event! Drive thru the park, see thousands of lights and displays set to music! Shop for stocking stuffers at the market!
Lights of Love 2021 - Christmas Lighting in Plant City Florida
at McCall Park
The 23rd annual tree lighting ceremony at downtown McCall Park in Plant City marks the start of the holiday season.
Benevolence Christmas Coffee 2021 | SouthShore Campus
at The Crossing Church
ALL GUESTS MUST BE HIGH SCHOOL AGE AND OLDER. Doors open to guests at 6:00 p.m. Our Benevolence Christmas Coffee is an event like no other.
Benevolence Christmas Coffee 2021 | Tampa Campus
at The Crossing Church
ALL GUESTS MUST BE HIGH SCHOOL AGE AND OLDER. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Night of Lights
at One More Child
One More Child invites you to another tree-mendous Christmas light drive-thru experience! Families will caravan through One More Child's property loop to see decorated cottage homes, Santa on his sleigh and a live nativity scene!
A Christmas Carol
at Carrollwood Players Theatre
Join us for an annual holiday tradition the entire family will love!

Family Christmas Fair at Pinecrest - presented by Citrus Grove Church
at Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel
Do ALL THE CHRISTMAS THINGS with your kids at one free, fun event
Annual Downtown Tampa Christmas Parade 2021
at Downtown Tampa
Get ready to celebrate at the Annual Downtown Tampa Christmas Parade on December 4th with all of the family! See Santa in Tampa at one of the best Christmas parades ever with a festival for kids after the parade and the annual Tree Lighting in Tampa.



Nightmares Before Christmas Ghost Tour
at Ghost Party Haunted Tours
Ghost Party Hosts The Annual Nightmares Before Christmas Ghost Tours Event-3 different times to suit all age groups. Guide dresses in Fun Holiday Old Fashioned Costumes. Ghost Hunters And Ghost Adventure Tours with Haunted Dinner option.
1 Body Church Christmas Party
at Underground Network
1 Body Church Christmas Dinner Party! Join together for a time of fun, festivities, and food!
Jet Sets Christmas in the Park
at Lowry Park Picnic Shelter - 121
Jet Sets Christmas in Lowry Park! Our Jet Sets will have the opportunity to celebrate the holidays while remembering those who are in need.
Christmas Time COMEDY SPECIAL
at 9932 E Adamo Dr
This event will feature comedians Andrecia Baker, Jay Legend, and Whitehead Comedy. Desserts and drinks are included as well.
Not Your Mama's Christmas Party
at Westfield Brandon Town Center
Let us make your spirits a little brighter this holiday season! Join WFLZ during their Saturday Night Pre-Party with Brian Fink and DJ Jaime Ferreira LIVE at Westfield Brandon's award winning "Late Nites on Westfield Street"!

Not Your Mamas Christmas Party - Late Nites on Westfield Brandon
at Westfield Brandon Mall
Let us make your spirits a little brighter this holiday season! Join WFLZ during their Saturday Night Pre-Party with Brian Fink and DJ Jaime Ferreira LIVE at Westfield Brandon's award winning "Late Nites on Westfield Street"!
Christmas Movie on the Lawn
at Fellowship Baptist Church
Free admission! Share this community, family-friendly, alcohol-free event at fellowship Come see The Polar Express on a 30-foot screen!
Tony Orlandos Christmas Show in Tampa
at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
A Grammy Award nominee, Orlando has sold millions of records, including five number one hits. Watch Tony Orlando Christmas Show live at Hard Rock Hotel And Casino Tampa

Festival of Lights
at Main Street Zephyrhills
There will be live, local entertainment at the Eiland Bandstand from 4pm-9pm, lots of food, merchandise, and arts & crafts vendors to choose from.


UGLY SWEATER LIGHT RIDE benefiting iCare Foundation
at Irish 31 Pub House & Eatery
Oh what fun it is to RIDE! Join us for a tour of holiday lights on bikes and don't forget your ugly sweater!
A Christmas Murder-An Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner at The Blind Goat
at The Blind Goat Food and Drink Co.
A Christmas Murder-An Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner at The Blind Goat On December 7th, look out for a Ho Ho Homicide!
2021 Commerce Connections Pajama Christmas Party
at The Rothrock House
2021 Christmas Party is on the books! Sign-up today to reserve your spot! We're all coming together to have some fun during the holiday season at Casa del Rothrock. Come in your favorite and loudest Christmas PJs.
Stay & Play: Button Christmas Trees
at Westshore Plaza
Join us after Stroller Strides as we decorate our very own Christmas trees with buttons!
The Greatest Showman: A Christmas Remix
at Crossover Church
The Greatest Showman is coming to Crossover Church. Join us for this fun and exciting broadway style musical production.
Christmas Lane 2021
at CrossPointe Family Church
Join us for a free Nativity hayride to experience the "Christmas Story." Make sure to invite family and friends!
Movie Trivia Night
at Krazy Kup
December's theme will be "Christmas" Bring your friends and family for Movie Trivia Night at Krazy Kup! Grab a coffee and a treat downstairs and then head up to the loft to show off your movie trivia knowledge or just cheer on your loved ones and have a

Winter Wonderland Masquerade Christmas Ball
at The Regent
Al Gallon Ministries presents Winter Wonderland Masquerade Christmas Ball Friday December 10th at The Regent in Riverview.


Dade City Christmas Parade presented by Rocycle and Saint Leo University
at Downtown Dade City
THE OFFICIAL PARADE ROUTE - Parade begins at MLK Jr. Blvd and 5th Street; goes west on MLK Jr. Blvd. to 7th St., south to Church Av., east to 5th St., in front of the post office.

13 Ugly Men Presents The Ugly Sweater Party
at The Godfrey Hotel & Cabanas Tampa
Hosted By: 13 Ugly Men
Participants: WTR Pool & Grill, 13 Ugly Men
This isn’t your standard holiday party. Experience a winter wonderland complete with custom holiday cocktails, DJ’s spinning the sweetest yule-tide beats, Santa, and of course, snow!
#GoldStarChristmasGala 2021
at Tampa Museum of Art
Join us in supporting Believe With Me and America's Gold Star Families at the annual #GoldStarChristmas Gala.
Breakfast with Santa - Brick House Tampa
at Brick House Tavern & Tap
Hang out with Santa and relax!
Breakfast with Santa
at GFWC Tampa Woman’s Club
Enjoy a morning with the clauses including photos with Santa, breakfast with Mrs. Clause, and a mimosa for the adults.
Believe: Christmas on Abe Brown Way!
at Abe Brown Ministries Inc
Tis the season of giving and it is time for our annual collaboration with Abe Brown Ministries, Inc.
Breakfast with Santa
at GFWC Tampa Woman's Club
Make your photos with Santa fun for the whole family. Join us for a morning in a winter wonderland. Complete with printed photos and Breakfast with Santa.
Christmas in the Country - Christmas in Tampa
at Cracker Country Rural History Museum
Bring the family for a great day experiencing the sights, sounds and smells of an old fashion country Christmas at Tampa
Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl - South Tampa
at MacDinton's Soho
Hosted By: Downtown Crawlers
Participants: MacDinton's, The Patio Tampa, SoHo Saloon, Maloney's Local Irish Pub Downtown Tampa, District Tavern, American Social, GenX Tavern, Harpoon Harry's Crab House, Yeoman's Cask & Lion, Park & Rec Tampa, Bar Hwrd
It's the holiday season and that means one thing.....Time to get your Best Ugly Sweater out and come crawl around town with us.


Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl - Downtown Tampa
at Park & Rec Tampa
Hosted By: Downtown Crawlers
Participants: MacDinton's, The Patio Tampa, SoHo Saloon, Maloney's Local Irish Pub Downtown Tampa, District Tavern, American Social, GenX Tavern, Harpoon Harry's Crab House, Yeoman's Cask & Lion, Bar Hwrd
It's the holiday season and that means one thing.....Time to get your Best Ugly Sweater out and come crawl around town with us.



SFA LX 2021 Christmas Party
at SOFWERX
Join us for our Annual Christmas Party with open bar, dinner, prizes and more!
Skate With Santa 2021
at TGH Ice Plex
Come Skate with Santa and the Tampa Warriors on December 11th!
2021 All White Christmas Party
at Dreams Banquet HALL
Come Dance the night away! It's your TIME! Grab your Bestie! Enjoy VIP Beverage Service, Hors d’oeuvres, Sweet Treats and Tampa's Finest!

1 Year Anniversary Christmas Party & Networking Event
at The Hall at Netpark
1 Year Anniversary Christmas Party & Networking Event
A Very Naughty Christmas
at Cerealholic Cafe and Bar
You better watch out You better not cry You better not pout I'm telling you why, Santa Claus is coming to town!!!
Jingle Carts: 3rd Annual Forest Hills Bicycle & Golf Cart Holiday Parade
at Babe Zaharias Golf Course
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.
Tampa Bay Nightlife TV 2nd Annual Christmas Ball
at Avalon Event Center
Please join us for our 2nd Annual Christmas Ball benefiting Toys For Tots.
BTB XMAS PARTY 2021
at GrillSmith | Wiregrass
Gather around and celebrate a year of blessings!
The 4th Annual Christmas Bar Crawl - Tampa
at James Joyce Irish Pub
The 4th Annual Christmas Bar Crawl - Don't Miss The Biggest Crawl Of The Year!