For the first time, Ice Skating Shows are bringing festive cheer and breathtaking talent to Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park in downtown.
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season like never before as Winter Village Tampa, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, returns to Tampa’s Downtown from November 22, 2024, through January 5, 2025 with unforgettable new attractions for all ages!
As the Tampa Downtown Partnership transforms Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park into a cozy wonderland, Winter Village becomes the perfect place to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit—from festive skating and shopping to delicious treats and heartwarming entertainment.
New This Year: Ice Skating Shows
Prepare to be dazzled by the Tampa Bay Ice Show, debuting this year! On select nights, artistry meets athleticism as skilled skaters twirl, glide, and leap on real ice—bringing holiday magic to life against the beautiful backdrop of the Hillsborough River.
Show Schedule:
Friday, November 22 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 23 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, November 24 at 7 p.m.
Tuesday, December 24 at 7 p.m. (Special Christmas Eve Show)
Tuesday, December 31 at 7 p.m. (Special New Year’s Eve Show)
Friday, January 3 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, January 4 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, January 5 at 7 p.m.
Shows are 10 minutes
The Most Winter Village Shops Yet – Discover Gifts for Everyone!
Stroll through the Shops of Winter Village, where local businesses and boutiques offer hand-picked gifts. This year’s market is our biggest yet, brimming with unique finds to check off every name on your holiday list.
Winter Village Café
Enjoy seasonal flavors at the Winter Village Café with delicious options like gourmet crepes, craft cocktails from Icicles, coffee from Mi Cafecito (NEW VENDOR!) and sweet treats from Whatever Pops. The warm aromas of holiday treats fill the air, making it the perfect spot to savor the season.
Skate Under the Stars with New Themed Nights and Surprises
Ice skating on real ice is a signature Winter Village experience, and this year brings even more fun to the rink! Tickets on sale now.
For $17, skaters enjoy 90 minutes of ice time and an included skate rental—perfect for date night, family fun, or simply enjoying the season.
Theme Skate Tuesdays
New this year, skaters joining theme skate nights will be entered into a weekly raffle! Join the fun, show off your best moves, and you could win an exciting prize, including giveaways from the Tampa Bay Lightning, Straz Center and Winter Village Tampa!
November 26 – Fall-la-la-la-la
December 3 – The Nutcracker
December 10 – National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
December 17 – Lightning Bolts & Snowflakes
December 24 – Ugly Holiday Sweater
December 31 – Holiday Shimmer
Thunderstruck Thursdays
Embrace your Tampa Bay Lightning pride every Thursday with themed food and beverage and a big dose of Bolts excitement.
Silent Disco Fridays
Dance under the stars with silent disco headphones every Friday from 6-9 p.m. Headphones are first-come, first-served.
Street Curling
Street curling is also back! Grab a friend and join in the holiday-fueled fun on the curling lanes, available Wednesday through Sunday.
Special Events to Spread the Cheer
Celebrate the season in new ways this year with festive events and giveaways:
National Shop Small Saturday (November 30)
Be one of the first 100 shoppers to make a purchase from our Winter Village Shops and receive a complimentary Winter Village tote bag! Plus, support young entrepreneurs as they pop up for the day, sharing their hand-crafted holiday goods.
New Winter Village Holiday Tree Decorating Contest
New this year, businesses and organizations are invited to show off their decorating skills! Teams will dazzle Curtis Hixon Park with their creative holiday trees from December 7-9.
Click here to apply. (Application deadline October 31; selections announced by November 7.)
Winter Village Express – A Jolly Ride for All!
Hop aboard the Winter Village Express and take a magical holiday trip on the TECO Line Streetcar.
On select Sundays, this one-hour, round-trip ride from Downtown’s Whiting Station to historic Ybor City features holiday sing-a-longs, trivia, milk and cookies, and festive surprises for the whole family.
Tickets on sale now with rides available on November 24, December 1, 8, 15, and 22.
Join us in celebrating the magic of the season at Tampa’s Winter Village—where holiday memories are made! For more information, including a full schedule, click here.
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