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Things to do in winter

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Must-try things to do in Winter ✨

Board the Winter Village Express

📸 Winter Village Express

This is a family-fun winter activity for all to enjoy. Sing along to holiday songs as you traverse through Downtown Tampa to Ybor City and back!

Our recommendation: Enjoy milk and cookies and test your holiday knowledge with a round of trivia. Psst… make sure to book your seats early because tickets sell fast!

👉 TICKETS GO LIVE NOVEMBER 1, 2024!

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Go sledding at Snowcat Ridge

Snow In Florida Yup, you read that right! Snowcat Ridge brings the best parts of snow to Tampa Bay, from sledding to a giant snow dome filled with perfect snowman-building snow.

Our recommendation: After hitting the slopes, explore the rest of Snowcat Ridge’s winter wonderland with its Alpine Village, ice skating track, and igloo rentals. Bring a jacket if you’re planning on going to the igloo rentals!

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Have a Christmas picnic

The holidays sure can be stressful, so sit back and take a moment to enjoy the season with a picnic from Picnic Boys! Enjoy the Christmas Picnic theme for the holidays with your significant other, besties, or family.

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Shop local for gifts

Looking for unique holiday gifts to give this winter in Tampa Bay Shop local! Find one-of-a-kind gifts to give all while supporting small businesses. From eco-friendly beauty products to tasty treats, local stores in Tampa Bay offer a range of goodies to gift!

Click below to see our favorite shops and boutiques! ⬇️

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Check out Robert's Christmas Wonderland

One of the coolest things to do in winter in Tampa Bay is visiting Robert’s Christmas Wonderland in Clearwater, one of the largest stores in the US filled with unique tree toppers, Christmas lights, thousands of ornaments, over 200 Christmas trees, wreaths, jewelry, and so much more. This is a MUST!

📍2951 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33759

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Catch a holiday movie

One of our favorite things to do in winter is catch a holiday movie at the Tampa Theatre or any drive-in movie theater we love!

Our recommendation: If you’re going to a drive-in movie theater, wear ugly sweaters and bring your favorite snacks. Don’t forget to decorate your car with lights and fill it with blankets for the ultimate cozy holiday experience!

Click below to see nearby drive-in movie theaters ⬇️

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📸 Busch Gardens

Visit Christmas Town at Busch Gardens

For a holiday adventure filled with dazzling lights, roller coasters, ice skating performances, and more, head on over to Christmas Town at Busch Gardens (from November 15 through January 5)!

Our recommendation: Check out the dazzling fireworks and other shows like Christmas On Ice, the Three King’s Journey, and story time with Mrs. Claus.

📍 10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612

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Spend time outdoors

As you may already know, we don’t get snow in Florida, but we do get some cooler months that are perfect for spending time outdoors! Celebrate the holidays in St. Pete by taking a stroll in Straub Park!

Our recommendation: Bring a blanket and a few snacks for a picnic at any of the parks in Tampa Bay! You’ll probably find Christmas all around.

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These things to do in winter ideas are perfect ☃️

From sledding and ice skating to visiting winter wonderlands, there are so many fun things to do in winter in Tampa Bay!

Curated by

Serafina Besecker

Serafina Besecker

Serafina is a blogger and author for UNATION's Stuff to Do City Guides. For more insight on the best events and things to do near you, download the UNATION app, follow us on social, and subscribe to our weekly email!

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