{"id":88470,"date":"2025-12-18T21:43:07","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T21:43:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/88470\/"},"modified":"2025-12-18T21:43:07","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T21:43:07","slug":"things-to-do-this-weekend-across-tampa-bay-dec-19-21","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/88470\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do this weekend across Tampa Bay: Dec. 19-21"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Tampa Bay area is ushering in the holiday magic with various festivities this weekend.<\/p>\n<p>TAMPA, Fla. \u2014 The holidays are just around the corner, and the Tampa Bay area is ushering in the magic with various events this weekend.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few festivities taking place Dec. 19-21 that can help the whole family \u2014 and friends \u2014 get into the holiday spirit.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.atasteofthenorth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">A Taste of the North Festival<\/a>                    <\/p>\n<p>What:\u00a0The two-day Christmas-themed food and music festival brings the flavors and traditions of the northern U.S. to sunny St. Pete. Guests can also enjoy festive holiday cocktails, food, live entertainment, activities and holiday decor. More information can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atasteofthenorth.com\/info.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">on the event website.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a04-10 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19; noon to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20<\/p>\n<p>Where: Spa Beach Park at the St. Pete Pier<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridastateparks.org\/events\/celebration-lights-24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Celebration of Lights in Homosassa Springs<\/a>                    <\/p>\n<p>What:\u00a0Watch as thousands of twinkling lights dance in harmony with festive music, creating a mesmerizing show that delights visitors of all ages. There will also be live entertainment and holiday displays. More information can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridastateparks.org\/events\/celebration-lights-24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">on the Florida State Parks website.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a05:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19<\/p>\n<p>Where: Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thetampariverwalk.com\/events\/holiday-lighted-boat-parade.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Holiday Lighted Boat Parade at Tampa Riverwalk<\/a>                    <\/p>\n<p>What: The Hillsborough River will light up with a dazzling display of holiday-themed boats and festive cheer.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>When: Parade starts at 6:15 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20<\/p>\n<p>Where: Spectators can enjoy free viewing along the Tampa Riverwalk at multiple locations.\u00a0The parade will kick off near the Lighthouse off Davis Islands and cruise past Sparkman Wharf, Harbour Island and the Tampa Convention Center. Smaller boats will continue past Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and finish near Water Works Park and Armature Works.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/theindieflea.com\/st-pete-holiday-festival-2025-vendor-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Indie Flea Holiday Festival<\/a>                    <\/p>\n<p>What: Shop from local vendors and enjoy delicious food, music, art and more near the St. Pete waterfront. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>When: Noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 21<\/p>\n<p>Where: Albert Whitted Park in St. Petersburg<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Tampa Bay area is ushering in the holiday magic with various festivities this weekend. 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