Last updated: November 11, 2024
Ready for an unforgettable holiday season in East Lake-Orient Park? Dive into our ultimate guide to discover all the festive events and activities that await you! Whether you're an East Lake-Orient Park regular or a one-time guest, this guide helps you navigate the festive offerings.
This year, Busch Gardens Christmas Town transforms the park into a dazzling winter wonderland, featuring enchanting lights and festive shows. The Tampa Riverwalk Holiday Spectacular offers a scenic experience with its charming decorations and seasonal activities along the waterfront. And the Holidays at LEGOLAND presents an interactive celebration filled with festive LEGO creations that are sure to delight visitors of all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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East Lake-Orient Park Holiday Light Displays
Tampa Riverwalk Holiday Spectacular
- What to Expect
- Unique floating light displays and interactive installations.
- Description
- The Tampa Riverwalk Holiday Spectacular features a 35-foot-tall LED Christmas tree, festive lighted displays, and interactive installations along the Riverwalk, including a gingerbread house and toy train.
- Where
- Tampa | More Info : Tampa Riverwalk Holiday Spectacular
Holiday Lights and Carnival Rides at Largo Central Park
- What to Expect
- Dazzling LED light display with family-friendly carnival rides.
- Description
- Largo Central Park presents a spectacular holiday light display featuring over 2.5 million dazzling LED lights. Enjoy a family-friendly walking tour with festive food and beverage vendors selling homemade items and delicious treats. The event includes a carousel and Ferris wheel with specific height requirements for riders. All rides end at 10:00 PM.
- Where
- Largo | More Info : Holiday Lights and Carnival Rides at Largo Central Park
East Lake-Orient Park Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Busch Gardens Christmas Town
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration with animal encounters and festive shows.
- Description
- Celebrate the holiday season at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with Christmas Town, featuring animal encounters, thrilling rides, holiday-inspired culinary delights, and festive shows like Christmas on Ice. Enjoy twinkling lights and dazzling fireworks throughout the park.
- Where
- Tampa | More Info : Busch Gardens Christmas Town
Holidays at LEGOLAND
- What to Expect
- Giant LEGO Christmas tree with 360-degree light show.
- Description
- Celebrate the holiday season at LEGOLAND Florida with a giant LEGO Christmas tree, festive LEGO characters, and new elf-tastic entertainment. Enjoy seasonal shows, holiday treats, and hands-on activities throughout the park.
- Where
- Winter Haven | More Info : Holidays at LEGOLAND
East Lake-Orient Park Other Holiday Activities
Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday experience with ice skating and local vendors.
- Description
- Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park in Tampa, Florida, features local vendors, food purveyors, magical train rides, a lights display, an ice skating rink, and a curling setup. The event is free to attend, with shops and café areas offering specialty goods and food for purchase. The ice rink requires paid admission for skating and rentals.
- Where
- Tampa | More Info : Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park
Victorian Christmas Stroll at Henry B. Plant Museum
- What to Expect
- Historic museum transformed into a festive holiday setting.
- Description
- The Victorian Christmas Stroll at Henry B. Plant Museum is a beloved holiday tradition featuring elaborate decorations, live music, and complimentary cider and cookies. Visitors can explore the museum's historic rooms filled with large and small decorations, including visitor favorites from past years and new displays.
- Where
- Tampa | More Info : Victorian Christmas Stroll at Henry B. Plant Museum