Nov 28 Friday
Shop Just Say’n Promos at the Hillsborough Holiday Market Festival of Lights & Santa’s Village! Find retro-inspired gifts, uplifting tees, mugs, kids’ apparel, and holiday-ready treasures. Enjoy festive lights, music, and family fun from 6–9 PM at Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, Dover, FL. Free and open to the public.
Nov 29 Saturday
Tampa Bay’s number one family-friendly Halloween event, Creatures of the Night, returns eerier than ever this fall. Perfect for all ages, the frightful, fun-filled event features howling outdoor experiences, amusing shows, spooky characters, creepy culinary treats and much more on thirteen select nights through October 26! This year’s event features a new colossal adventure, Mesozoic Mayhem, a bone-chilling scare zone where ancient beasts roam once more and chaos ensues after scientists tamper with nature. Guests encounter life-size dinosaurs, creating an atmosphere filled with excitement and just the right amount of fright that proves that eerie fun never goes extinct.
Creatures of the Night takes place on 13 select nights in September and October from 4pm to 10pm.
Event nights are September 26 (members-only night), September 27, Oct. 3-4, Oct. 10-12, Oct. 17-19, and Oct. 24-26.
General admission tickets after 4PM are $29.95 (Friday & Sunday), $34.95 (Saturday), and can be purchased online at zootampa.org.
It’s the most blunderful time of the year! With no script, no plan, and no clue that’s coming next, our quick-witted cast spins an entire Hallmark movie on the spot. From tropey meet-cutes to Christmas tree farm drama, get ready for a holiday movie gone wildly off the rails.
Nov 30 Sunday
Dec 02 Tuesday
Celebrate the season in style at MAACM’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting—an evening filled with holiday cheer, festive fun, and family-friendly activities! Enjoy the sweet sounds of the season with live carols performed by the St. Petersburg High School Pitchforks, visit booths hosted by local vendors, and get creative by crafting your own vintage-style holiday ornaments. Test your luck with Christmas Bingo for a chance to win fantastic prizes, and don’t miss your photo op with the jolly man himself—Old St. Nick! The Arts Café will be serving up delicious treats and warm beverages to keep you cozy and merry all evening long. Bring the whole family and kick off the holidays with music, laughter, and memories at MAACM!
Dec 04 Thursday
Step into a world of magic and wonder this holiday season with The Nutcracker! From December 4–7, 2025, join us for an unforgettable journey through twinkling snowflakes, dancing sweets, and the enchanting Land of Sweets. Whether you're reliving a cherished tradition or discovering the magic for the first time, this timeless ballet will leave you spellbound.Tickets will sell fast—don’t miss your chance to experience the holiday classic that captures hearts year after year. Gather your loved ones and make The Nutcracker part of your festive season!
Details:
• Event: The Nutcracker – A Community Ballet LIVE• Dates: o Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 7:00 PMo Friday, December 5 at 7:00 PMo Saturday, December 6 at 7:00 PMo Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM (Matinee)• Venue: Richey Suncoast Theatre• Location: 6237 Grand Boulevard, New Port Richey, 34652• Tickets: General Admission $15 Kids 16 & under - $25 Adults | VIP Box $125 (all tickets plus taxes & fees)
Nix and Jude have been on the road as The Magi for eight years — and have shared nearly all of that time together, falling in love after seven years and eleven months. Now, as the holiday lights begin to glow, both the band and the couple find themselves at a breaking point. The Magi peels back the curtain on the sacrifices we make for those we deeply cherish. Equal parts festive concert, tender love story, and deliciously awkward moments — get ready for an evening as real as it is heartwarming.
Dec 05 Friday