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23December

Photos with Santa at The Mall at UTC

Make your reservation to meet Santa for a picture-perfect moment. After, take off on an interactive adventure at Santa's Flight ...

  • 10:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Depends on package selection
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Nutcracker by The Sarasota Ballet at the Sarasota Opera House

Witness Clara and the Nutcracker battle with the Mouse King before journeying off to the land of the Sugar Plum ...

Wonderland: Illuminate - Under the Big Top

Wonderland is back with Illuminate, a dazzling, never-before-seen production. Join us under the climate-controlled big top at UTC Friday, November ...

South Shore Community Church Winterfest

It’s our favorite time of year again at South Shore Community Church, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to host ...

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

Pizzano's Pizza & Grinderz AMI Pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Pizzano's Pizza Ami...Come on down with the family for pictures and treats with Santa ...

Waiting for Santa Child Drop Off at JumpJump Children Multiverse

ATTENTION PARENTS!! Drop off your children for a few hours of fun this December 23rd and 24th and allow yourself ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 999 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $55 per day (includes Christmas craft, indoor play and dinner)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton

The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...

South Siesta Presents Christmas Movie Night at Daiquiri Deck

Celebrate the holiday season with Daiquiri Deck South Siesta Key as we present our First-Ever Christmas Movie Nights—complete with a ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: (South Siesta) Daquiri Deck, 1250 Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key, FL 34242
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Wonderland of Lights at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Immerse yourself in a dazzling spectacle as our expertly crafted light displays transport you to a whimsical wonderland. Celebrate the ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
  • Cost: Passenger vehicles $25 per carload *$30 at the gate | Limo/Mini-Bus $50 (9-25 people)
  • Website: www.thewonderlandoflights.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa

Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas! The Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa is a fun-filled musical performance and holiday lights tour ...

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Nutcracker by The Sarasota Ballet at the Sarasota Opera House

Witness Clara and the Nutcracker battle with the Mouse King before journeying off to the land of the Sugar Plum ...

Antczak Christmas Lights Santa Visit

Come see Santa in his sled! Santa will arrive at approximately 7pm. Also enjoy Free hot cocoa

24December

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 1:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Deck the Halls at the Florida Studio Theatre

A brand-new rendition of everything that makes Christmas and Hanukkah in Sarasota special. With all-new songs and sketches, Deck the ...

Photos with Santa at The Mall at UTC

Make your reservation to meet Santa for a picture-perfect moment. After, take off on an interactive adventure at Santa's Flight ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Depends on package selection
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Waiting for Santa Child Drop Off at JumpJump Children Multiverse

ATTENTION PARENTS!! Drop off your children for a few hours of fun this December 23rd and 24th and allow yourself ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 999 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $55 per day (includes Christmas craft, indoor play and dinner)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wonderland: Illuminate - Under the Big Top

Wonderland is back with Illuminate, a dazzling, never-before-seen production. Join us under the climate-controlled big top at UTC Friday, November ...

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

Salty Jims Christmas Eve Dinner

Celebrate the Christmas season with us! Join Salty Jims family annual Christmas Eve Dinner gathering, please arrive early and enjoy ...

Merry Christmas and Carols by Candlelight at The Tabernacle Church

Join us Christmas Eve with family and friends for a intimate candle light service. This is a great way to ...

Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton

The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...

The Wonderland of Lights at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Immerse yourself in a dazzling spectacle as our expertly crafted light displays transport you to a whimsical wonderland. Celebrate the ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
  • Cost: Passenger vehicles $25 per carload *$30 at the gate | Limo/Mini-Bus $50 (9-25 people)
  • Website: www.thewonderlandoflights.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Festive Photos with Santa on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch

Get ready for a festive experience at Lakewood Ranch Main Street! Join us for Photos with Santa right by the ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Main Street: 8100 Lakewood Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Antczak Christmas Lights Santa Visit

Come see Santa in his sled! Santa will arrive at approximately 7pm. Also enjoy Free hot cocoa

25December

Christmas in the Park: A Celebration of Compassion and Unity

Christmas in the Park: A Celebration of Compassion and Unity Celebrate compassion and unity with us on December 25 from 9 ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park – 2523 Cocoanut Ave, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: trulyvalued.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas Buffet at TZEVA

Enjoy this year's delectable Prime Rib at the buffet featured for Christmas. As well, enjoy Mahi, Smoked Salmon, and omelets ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1255 North Palm Ave, Sarasota 34236
  • Cost: $75 Adults | $25 Children (exclusive of tax and gratuity)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Grand Ballroom Brunch at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

‘Tis the season to indulge in an exquisite brunch in The Ritz-Carlton Grand Ballroom featuring Christmas and Hanukkah delicacies.

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Ritz-Carlton Grand Ballroom, 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr., Sarasota
  • Cost: $170++ per adult, $60++ per child (12 and under)
  • Website: www.opentable.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

AMI Beach Cafe Christmas Dinner on the Gulf

Breakfast menu available from 8am-11am. Pre-Order Now Dinner order includes: Ham, turkey and traditional trimmings including corn, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, ...

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 2:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bradenton Holiday of Lights Festival at the Freedom Factory

The Freedom Factory is excited to announce the 1st Bradenton Holiday Lights Festival! This is a light show like no ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $20 per car load
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton

The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...

South Siesta Presents Christmas Movie Night at Daiquiri Deck

Celebrate the holiday season with Daiquiri Deck South Siesta Key as we present our First-Ever Christmas Movie Nights—complete with a ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: (South Siesta) Daquiri Deck, 1250 Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key, FL 34242
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Wonderland of Lights at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Immerse yourself in a dazzling spectacle as our expertly crafted light displays transport you to a whimsical wonderland. Celebrate the ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
  • Cost: Passenger vehicles $25 per carload *$30 at the gate | Limo/Mini-Bus $50 (9-25 people)
  • Website: www.thewonderlandoflights.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
26December

Wonderland: Illuminate - Under the Big Top

Wonderland is back with Illuminate, a dazzling, never-before-seen production. Join us under the climate-controlled big top at UTC Friday, November ...

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bradenton Holiday of Lights Festival at the Freedom Factory

The Freedom Factory is excited to announce the 1st Bradenton Holiday Lights Festival! This is a light show like no ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $20 per car load
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

Chanukah on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch

Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch Presents: Chanukah on Main Street Join Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch for a ...

Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton

The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...

The Wonderland of Lights at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Immerse yourself in a dazzling spectacle as our expertly crafted light displays transport you to a whimsical wonderland. Celebrate the ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
  • Cost: Passenger vehicles $25 per carload *$30 at the gate | Limo/Mini-Bus $50 (9-25 people)
  • Website: www.thewonderlandoflights.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
27December

The Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet at the Van Wezel- CANCELED

Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international ...

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bradenton Holiday of Lights Festival at the Freedom Factory

The Freedom Factory is excited to announce the 1st Bradenton Holiday Lights Festival! This is a light show like no ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $20 per car load
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas at Creator's Farm & Garden

Continue last year's tradition of Christmas at the farm! Included in your admission, you will experience thousands of lights throughout 5 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 3025 Frederick Dr, Venice, FL 34292
  • Cost: $20 for ages 21+ | $15 for under 21 | Children 5 and under are free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton

The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...

The Wonderland of Lights at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Immerse yourself in a dazzling spectacle as our expertly crafted light displays transport you to a whimsical wonderland. Celebrate the ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
  • Cost: Passenger vehicles $25 per carload *$30 at the gate | Limo/Mini-Bus $50 (9-25 people)
  • Website: www.thewonderlandoflights.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season for Holiday Movies Under The Stars. Every Friday and Saturday starting at 7 PM, join us ...

Holiday Soul on the Green at UTC

Enjoy the soulful sounds of the season at UTC Holiday Soul on The Green presented in partnership with Greatness Beyond ...

The Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet at the Van Wezel- CANCELED

Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international ...

Wonderland: Illuminate - Under the Big Top

Wonderland is back with Illuminate, a dazzling, never-before-seen production. Join us under the climate-controlled big top at UTC Friday, November ...

28December

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wonderland: Illuminate - Under the Big Top

Wonderland is back with Illuminate, a dazzling, never-before-seen production. Join us under the climate-controlled big top at UTC Friday, November ...

Bradenton Holiday of Lights Festival at the Freedom Factory

The Freedom Factory is excited to announce the 1st Bradenton Holiday Lights Festival! This is a light show like no ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $20 per car load
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas at Creator's Farm & Garden

Continue last year's tradition of Christmas at the farm! Included in your admission, you will experience thousands of lights throughout 5 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 3025 Frederick Dr, Venice, FL 34292
  • Cost: $20 for ages 21+ | $15 for under 21 | Children 5 and under are free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton

The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...

The Wonderland of Lights at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Immerse yourself in a dazzling spectacle as our expertly crafted light displays transport you to a whimsical wonderland. Celebrate the ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
  • Cost: Passenger vehicles $25 per carload *$30 at the gate | Limo/Mini-Bus $50 (9-25 people)
  • Website: www.thewonderlandoflights.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season for Holiday Movies Under The Stars. Every Friday and Saturday starting at 7 PM, join us ...

29December

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wonderland: Illuminate - Under the Big Top

Wonderland is back with Illuminate, a dazzling, never-before-seen production. Join us under the climate-controlled big top at UTC Friday, November ...

Winter Wonderland Tea party at The Open Studio

Enjoy a magical event with friends and family at our winter wonderland tea party! You can play in the snow, ...

Temple Sinai Presents: Hands on Hanukkah at The Mall at UTC

Join Temple Sinai for FREE Hanukkah family fun!

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: The Mall at UTC, 140 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota 34243 (in front of Macy's first floor)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bradenton Holiday of Lights Festival at the Freedom Factory

The Freedom Factory is excited to announce the 1st Bradenton Holiday Lights Festival! This is a light show like no ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $20 per car load
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton

The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...

The Wonderland of Lights at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Immerse yourself in a dazzling spectacle as our expertly crafted light displays transport you to a whimsical wonderland. Celebrate the ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
  • Cost: Passenger vehicles $25 per carload *$30 at the gate | Limo/Mini-Bus $50 (9-25 people)
  • Website: www.thewonderlandoflights.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
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