Disney’s Hollywood Studios will offer an all-new festive after-hours Christmas party which will include exclusive access to attractions and unique entertainment for the holiday season.
Whether you want to meet Santa, take in the dazzling beauty of Christmas lights, or celebrate the season at local theme parks, we’re sharing our list of our favorite Christmas events in Tampa Bay for families.
Christmas Lights are starting to Sparkle in Tampa Bay! Get into the Holiday Spirit with a stroll or drive by these beautiful Christmas lights!
You’ve got a lot on your plate during the holidays, so we’ve compiled the best list of places for Christmas diner dine-in and to-go spots.
We’re sharing some of our favorite places to buy Christmas trees in Tampa Bay, including where to cut your own tree.
The Best Christmas Dinner Spots in Tampa Bay – from Sit Down Restaurants to Amazing To Go Christmas Meals!
We attended Christmas Town at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on opening night to give you a peek at what to expect to help you plan your magical night out.
Enchant Christmas is back at Tropicana Field in St. Pete. We’re sharing everything you need to know before you go.
One of our favorite holiday events in Tampa Bay, Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa, returns for 19 select nights beginning November 24!
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns in 2023 on select nights from November 9 through December 22. We’re sharing our favorite things about this magical event!
There are several events happening this year at local farms from single-day special events to family-friendly holiday events on the farms on weekends. There is so much to explore and experience! Check out our list of the best farms to celebrate a festive country-style Christmas! Related stories you may LOVE: Yes, you CAN cut down…
It might not snow in Tampa, but local weatherman Denis Phillips certainly knows how to create a whimsical winter wonderland. The local ABC Action News meteorologist is known for his cheery persona, signature suspenders, and love of Diet Dr. Pepper. During hurricane season, his famous slogan “Rule #7” can be heard on repeat from residents…
From the picture-perfect pumpkins and Christmas trees to magical moments with Santa, Gallagher’s is more than a pumpkin patch or tree lot.
Ergle Tree Farm in Dade City helps bring the holiday magic alive! Nothing brings the most joyous holiday season together quite like the smell of a freshly cut Christmas tree. What would the holiday season even more memorable would be the experience of cutting down your very own Florida Christmas tree at Ergle Tree Farm! …
There is so much to do this holiday season, both in Tampa Bay and in Orlando. It can be hard to decide what to do. If you have younger kids, especially preschool age, SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration is a must-do. I’ve visited every single Orlando theme park this holiday season, as I tend to do…
Come aboard with us as we share our adventure on The Lost Pearl’s ‘A Pirate’s Christmas Cruise’ in Downtown Tampa!
From the Air Force to the Army, Maxine Reyes shares about her incredible career with the U.S. Military, plus founding Courage & Grace Foundation.
Your Guide to the Best Pumpkin Patches from around Tampa Bay! Get ready for an amazing experience to welcome Fall – and some great pictures!
We’re sharing some amazing Florida resident deals at area attractions and resorts to help you plan your most epic local getaway ever!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is back for 2024! We went on opening night to share all of the ghoulish details to help you plan an epic night!
Howl-O-Scream returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on September 7, 2024 and we’re dishing on all the details to help you plan a night of fright!
The 2024 list of pumpkin patches, haunted houses, and fall festivals in Tampa Bay is here and promises some ghoulishly good times.
Gaylord Palms Celebrates the Holidays with ICE! featuring Elf! Buddy the Elf and his friends return this year for some magical holiday fun.
Take a sneak peek at the ALL NEW Phoenix Rising at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay!
It doesn’t matter how old you are. Whenever you see Mickey Mouse, you can’t help but smile. Interacting with and meeting Disney characters is a must when visiting Walt Disney World. However, finding them can sometimes be challenging. Get your camera and autograph book ready because we did the work for you, breaking down where…
It’s summer in Florida, which means the heat is ON! What better way to cool off than by splashing around at a water park? One of our favorite ways to keep cool when the weather is hot is to spend the day at Adventure Island, Tampa’s island paradise. The park is chock full of thrilling…
Sand Key Park is one of our top picks for beaches we love taking kids to! Check out why we love spending salty summer days here.
From the best eats to the best storytellers, here are the best things to do with kids at EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays 2023.
You don’t have to be a penny pincher to want to take advantage of a free or cheap deal every now and then. This is the full guide to the most awesome free and cheap things to do in Tampa Bay with the kids!
We love the Disney After Hours events for two reasons: the lines are shorter and it’s a lot less hot outside since you’re not sweltering in the blazing hot Florida sun.
The 2024-2025 Broadway at The Straz season lineup is here, and some amazing shows are heading to town, including the return of Disney’s The Lion King!
NEW – extended registration date for 2024! The free Busch Gardens Preschool Card is BACK for 2024 and it includes visits to Adventure Island too! If you thought you missed the deadline, don’t worry – they’ve extended the dates to register and redeem! The 2024 Preschool card allows for FREE unlimited visits to Busch Gardens Tampa…
Get a taste of the Big Easy right here in Tampa Bay with Busch Gardens Mardi Gras! Enjoy live music, parades, Cajun-inspired food and more!
The TECO Manatee Viewing Center is back open for the season! This is one of our favorite free things to do with the kids in Tampa Bay!
YMKG’s captain, Truett Gardner, will lead the legendary invasion. Truett shares treasured Gasparilla memories, extending from his childhood to ones made with his children, along with what he’s looking forward to for the 2024 Gasparilla season.
Every fall at Bayshore Christian School, the fourth grade classes gather to plan for a market. The products, packaging and prices are determined individually by each nine and ten year old student. However, they decide collectively how the profits from the project will be used. While they learned how to execute a successful business, they…
SeaWorld and Aquatica are bringing back the FREE Preschool Card for 2024, but you’ll want to act fast to take advantage of this deal.
We’re sharing some of our favorite New Year’s Eve fireworks displays Tampa Bay, including one event that launches at noon!
We’re sharing some of our team’s favorite spots to shop for the Children’s Gasparilla and Pirate Fest!
‘Tis the season for sleigh loads of winter break fun in Tampa Bay! We’re sharing our top picks of things to do!
Get ready to ring in 2024 with these awesome family-friendly and adults-only New Year’s Eve events around Tampa Bay!
We’re sharing some of our favorite Christmas shows on stage in Tampa Bay to help you plan your December to remember.
Parades are such a fun way to celebrate the holidays with the family and the best part is, it’s free to attend!
Jason Licht, renowned Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ General Manager (a position he’s held since 2014), is, foremost, a dad and husband. With wife Blair, he navigates the peaks, valleys and predominantly uncertain terrain of parenting. They met during his tenure with the Philadelphia Eagles, when she lived in Manhattan working in finance. Over six years, they…
HOLIDAYS at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort are back and we’re taking you inside the fun to help you build your most awesome day ever!
This time of year, we’re all extra busy with fun outings, get-togethers and taking in all that the holidays have to offer. Don’t forget to slow down and savor these moments—especially with your kiddos. Here’s one way to enjoy the season: through savoring the flavors of these holiday inspired lunch and snack ideas! Make a…
We’re taking you inside the production of Nutcracker by Next Generation Ballet® at the Straz which has been months in the making.
Get your gloves ready! Snow Days are back at The Florida Aquarium and we’re giving you an INSIDE LOOK at this year’s event.
School might be out but there are still plenty of awesome camps around town to keep the kids busy! Check out these cool camps for kids during the 2023 holiday season.
We’re sharing some of our favorite spots to take pictures with Santa in Tampa Bay.
We’re sharing our favorite free and cheap holiday events and Christmas events in Tampa Bay to help you save!
Lucky you for calling Tampa Bay home. There are so many things to do in Tampa Bay. From day camps to events and activities, we’ve got it all on our top picks list.
Curtis Hixon Park will transform into a Winter Village once again filled with holiday lights, ice-skating, curling, NEW theme nights, and MORE!
Let someone else do the cooking! We’re sharing our top picks of Thanksgiving Dinner take-out and dining in options in Tampa Bay.
The Great American Teach-In is an annual nationwide event that helps kids discover future career opportunities.
The high cost of living and inflation continue to make a significant impact on families and the non-profit organizations that support them. If you are financially able, donating a new toy and even food for a local family in need will make a big difference this holiday season.
Breakfast with Santa is a great way to let your kids see the big guy up close and personal. Fill the season with holiday cheer with one of these great breakfast with Santa options. Related: Where to Take Pictures with Santa in Tampa Bay Updated August 2024 Breakfast with Santa Tampa Bay Santa Brunch…
The beloved holiday performance is returning to the stage in 2023! We’re sharing our favorite places to see The Nutcracker in Tampa Bay.
The Metropolitan Ministries Holiday Tent in Tampa is officially open and accepting donations for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays and once again, your help is needed more than ever. This year, the non-profit which serves our six county region, expects to assist more than 30,000 families. Supply chain issues are contributing to a shortage of…
We’re sharing our 5 favorite things to do with the kids during the holidays at Universal Orlando from Grinchmas, Harry Potter and more!
The United States Postal Service is giving your child the opportunity to participate in the “Greetings from the North Pole” program for the cost of a postage stamp!
Our complete guide on Where to See Santa at Walt Disney World will make it easy for your family to see Santa Claus at Disney.
Celebrate Your Best Christmas Ever in Orlando! There’s no place like home for the holidays, except perhaps Walt Disney World. If you’re ready to give your family the merriest memories this holiday season at Walt Disney World then it’s time to consider booking a hotel room. Disney area hotels are booking fast for the holidays….
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Tampa is rich with Hispanic Heritage. Two Tampa moms, originally from Puerto Rico, share details about their roots and raising their own children with Hispanic heritage in Tampa Bay.
Meet 7-year-old Emersyn, a remarkable little girl who bravely confronts medulloblastoma with her family, the community, and the Children’s Cancer Center by her side.
Splash pads are a great way for kids of any age to have fun and cool off. Check out our picks for some of the best splash pads in Tampa Bay!
Check out MORPH’D, the all-new exhibit from The Florida Aquarium where you can meet some weirdly wonderful, and unique creatures such as axolotls, chameleons, and even bird poop frogs!
The best way to enjoy a Disney cruise is to be prepared. Here’s what you need to know before you and your family get on a Disney cruise.
Water is part of the allure of living in Florida, but few realize that drowning is the leading cause of death among Florida children ages 1-4. Water Safety to Prevent Drownings One family is incredibly grateful to have averted such a tragedy. Having recently moved from Washington State to Venice, Florida, the family of five…
With big kids going back to school, we’re showing you fun weekday activities to keep your preschooler busy in Tampa Bay.
Heading to Sanibel and Captiva is an easy getaway from Tampa Bay. We’ve rounded up our favorite things to do there with kids!
We asked local parents to share their favorite Easter hacks to help inspire some new ideas for you! We are loving all of the responses and we think you will, too! Check them out: Related: Our favorite Easter Egg Hunts and more this week in Tampa Bay! What to put inside plastic Easter eggs and…
Orlando World Center Marriott has no shortage of fun for the whole family. We’ve got the scoop on what to do and what to know before you go!
Need a hotel near Universal or Disney? These are the best hotels for families near Orlando’s theme parks for all budget levels.
America’s funniest dad, Jim Gaffigan, heads to Tampa. We got the chance to chat with him about his show, his family, and his ties to Tampa.
The thought of leaving the house on New Year’s Eve can be daunting if you are a parent, so why not celebrate at home with the kids and some of their closest friends? We’ve searched some of our favorite blogs to find 10 ideas to make ringing in 2023 a night (or noon if you are…
Karrie Mueller has successful businesses, three happy children and a soulmate husband. Beyond Super Mom, she’s a Mom to KNOW!
The holiday season isn’t always merry for kids so we’re turning to a local expert for advice and top tips.
The holidays can be chaotic. Check out these tips to stay safe and healthy this season, when ordinary rules can fall through the cracks.
Did you know your child can get a letter from Santa with a return address from the North Pole? You DO NOT want to miss out on this opportunity from the the United States Postal Service’s “Letters from Santa” program now called Greetings from the North Pole. It will require some work on your part since…
Mother of three boys, Tampa Bay realtor, and founder of the Christian Michael Hernandez Foundation (CMHF), Lindsay Hernandez lives by the mission of her nonprofit in every way possible: to be a light in this world through the provision of unconditional kindness. In a month that focuses on giving and gratitude, we are thankful for…
Logan Ryan, two-time Super Bowl champ and safety for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, is grounded in gratitude, firm in family, and focused on football.
