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Christmas at Water Street kicks off this weekend

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Stop by this weekend for visits with Mr. Claus and more

Photo by Andrea Alava

Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa’s most lit neighborhood.

Water Street Tampa kicks off the holiday season Friday, Nov. 18, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Stop by for a holiday-themed silent disco, live music, photo ops with Santa, hot chocolate bars, and the big Kahuna — a 30-foot tree-lighting at Sparkman Wharf.

Plus, a portion of the proceeds from any seasonal cocktails and food you purchase will be donated to the Tampa Bay Lightning Foundation + given to Feeding Tampa Bay and Metropolitan Ministries.

Can’t stop by this weekend? There’s plenty of holiday cheer to be had at Water Street all December long.

  • Dec. 3 - Holiday Remix Singalong at Sparkman Wharf
  • Dec. 8 - Holiday Promenade Market of local buisnesses at Water Street Tampa
  • Dec. 10 - Improv Holiday Comedy Show at Sparkman Wharf
  • Dec. 17 - Caroling at Sparkman Wharf
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