Community Calendar

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Enjoy a 2-mile drive-thru Holiday Light Spectacular with over 1.5 million lights and 80 themed display areas, as well as Santa's Village festivities on select days and midway rides including a Reindeer Carousel, Santa Train, family rollercoaster, Tornado thrill ride, exhilarating swing ride and a Ferris wheel that offers a breathtaking bird's-eye view of the dazzling light show.

Rides ($5 each or 10/$40) are open from 6-10 pm Thursdays - Sundays from Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving Day) to Dec. 14 and daily from Dec. 18-28.

Event admission is $30 per car (up to 8 seat-belted occupants) and includes parking.

In addition to the carnival, Santa's Village features Santa visits & photos, live entertainment, a holiday market, Historical Village, petting zoo, camel rides, holiday movies & shorts, kids' craft stations, holiday treats, wine & cider and more.

Santa's Carnival dates:
• Nov. 27-30
• Dec. 4-7
• Dec. 11-14
• Dec. 18-28

The Festival of Lights is open nightly Nov. 27 - Dec. 28. On days when Santa's Carnival and Santa's Village are not open, admission is $25 per car.

More information: 866-666-3247 or DreamlandAmusements.com
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Celebrate the Festival of Lights at Hanukkah at UTC Under the Big Top on Wednesday, December 17, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Held inside Nik Wallenda’s Wonderland circus tent, this free community celebration features a live performance by acclaimed Jewish a cappella group Six13, along with festive treats, face painting, and holiday fun for all.

Southeastern Premiere. In this heartwarming tale, a man visits a tailor to have his suit pants let out after realizing he's gained some weight since he last wore them. What starts as a simple alteration turns into a transformative journey. Through their deepening conversations both their lives are altered. A Tailor Near Me is a story of self-discovery, friendship, and the magic of a perfectly tailored suit.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

“The Fantasy of Reality,” featuring Joseph Earl Thomas, Thursday, December 18 @ 6pm: Hermitage Fellow Joseph Earl Thomas is a writer who straddles form, from memoir and nonfiction to fiction and poetry. He is celebrated for his distinctive style that often pushes expectations, and his work often plays with the boundaries between fantasy and reality. His memoir Sink was hailed as “extraordinary” by The New York Times. Past Hermitage Fellow and National Book Award winner Justin Torres said Thomas’ novel God Bless You, Otis Spunkmeyer “reads like direct communication from the soul.” Join us as this acclaimed author discusses and shares excerpts from new and published work. Presented in partnership with Bookstore1. Estimated running time: 60 minutes. Venue: Bookstore1 (Sarasota), 117 S. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236.

Enjoy a 2-mile drive-thru Holiday Light Spectacular with over 1.5 million lights and 80 themed display areas, as well as Santa's Village festivities on select days and midway rides including a Reindeer Carousel, Santa Train, family rollercoaster, Tornado thrill ride, exhilarating swing ride and a Ferris wheel that offers a breathtaking bird's-eye view of the dazzling light show.

Rides ($5 each or 10/$40) are open from 6-10 pm Thursdays - Sundays from Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving Day) to Dec. 14 and daily from Dec. 18-28.

Event admission is $30 per car (up to 8 seat-belted occupants) and includes parking.

In addition to the carnival, Santa's Village features Santa visits & photos, live entertainment, a holiday market, Historical Village, petting zoo, camel rides, holiday movies & shorts, kids' craft stations, holiday treats, wine & cider and more.

Santa's Carnival dates:
• Nov. 27-30
• Dec. 4-7
• Dec. 11-14
• Dec. 18-28

The Festival of Lights is open nightly Nov. 27 - Dec. 28. On days when Santa's Carnival and Santa's Village are not open, admission is $25 per car.

More information: 866-666-3247 or DreamlandAmusements.com
https://tinyurl.com/ywm9f9uc

📅 Thursday, December 18
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Yuengling Center

The Bulls return to the Yuengling Center for a marquee December matchup as they welcome South Carolina to Tampa. This high-profile showdown features two programs known for toughness, discipline, and intensity—setting the stage for an exciting night of basketball in the Bay.

Fans can expect a fast-paced, competitive battle from start to finish as USF looks to protect home court against one of the nation’s most respected teams. It’s a perfect opportunity for families, local sports fans, and the Tampa Bay community to experience the energy and pride of USF Women’s Basketball.

🎟 Tickets available now through Ticketmaster or by calling 1-800-GoBulls.
Pack the Yuengling Center and bring the energy — Go Bulls! 🤘

Southeastern Premiere. In this heartwarming tale, a man visits a tailor to have his suit pants let out after realizing he's gained some weight since he last wore them. What starts as a simple alteration turns into a transformative journey. Through their deepening conversations both their lives are altered. A Tailor Near Me is a story of self-discovery, friendship, and the magic of a perfectly tailored suit.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.