2022 Christmas and Holiday Events Tampa FL

Christmas is just around the corner and many families in the Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater area are making plans for the holiday season. We are here to help make your holidays bright at Brandon Ford. Hop in your 2023 Ford F-150 and enjoy the festive fun at a few of our favorite 2022 Christmas and holiday events in Tampa, FL.

WHEN: Saturday, December 17 at 6 p.m.

WHERE: Tampa Riverwalk

The twinkling Christmas lights are a highlight of the season each year and the Tampa Lighted Boat Parade is a fan favorite for local families. Find a spot to watch along the Tampa Riverwalk and enjoy a festive parade with hundreds of boats lit with red, white and green Christmas lights that will go on a 3-mile journey from the Davis Islands to The Heights and back to Sparkman Wharf, where prizes will be awarded to the best floats.

WHEN: November 18 – January 4

WHERE: Curtis Hixon Park – 600 N. Ashley Dr. Tampa, FL 33602  

Christmas has arrived in Downtown Tampa and we know you will love the annual Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park. This annual holiday event is highlighted by ice skating (in the middle of Florida), visits with Santa Claus, Christmas shopping at local stores, Olympic curling leagues, holiday movies at the Tampa Theatre, Santa Fest, the Winter Wonder Ride bike ride and much much more. 

WHEN: November 25 – December 30

WHERE: ZooTampa – 1101 W. Sligh Ave. Tampa, FL 33604

ZooTampa comes to life for the holiday season with Christmas in the Wild. Christmas in the Wild is fun for all ages and each year it is bigger and brighter than the last with more and more Christmas lights around the zoo. Christmas-themed animal encounters, light displays, light shows, treats and more will amp up the holiday fun. Breakfast with Santa is an added attraction available by reservation on December 17.

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Plan ahead to maximize your holiday fun this year with a list of our favorite 2022 Christmas and holiday events in Tampa, FL here at Brandon Ford. Contact the Brandon Ford Team today to get pre-approved for financing on your next Ford car, truck or SUV!