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Kick off the holidays at Season Spectacular on Water Street

November 13, 2024 • 
Bethany Osborn
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Water Street decorated with holiday lights and people walking along the street, a family sampling chocolate, a group of girls dancing with headphones on.

Still haven’t found the perfect holiday card photo? Try snagging one at Winter Wonder Wharf’s many Instagrammable photo op spots.

Photos provided by Strategic Property Partners. Gif created by TBAYtoday.

The peppermint drinks are flowing, Mariah Carey is everywhere, and Season Spectacular returns to Water Street on Friday, Nov. 15. We’re calling it — the holiday season is officially here.

Experience Water Street draped with 400,000+ dazzling lights along with these spectacular features:

  • Holiday-themed silent disco
  • Photos with Santa
  • Hot chocolate bars + seasonal cocktails
  • Live entertainment
  • Themed activities for kids
  • Winter Wonder Wharf (just a short walk away)

Bonus: A portion of the event’s proceeds will be donated to the Children’s Dream Fund. Get festive + give back.

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