Looking for fun and adventure this weekend? Here are our major picks of events taking place in the Tampa Bay and Orlando areas:
TAMPA
Holiday Music Concert
Dec. 8 from 7 – 9 p.m.
Patel Conservatory's vocal and instrumental music departments celebrate the season with their annual holiday music concert featuring Vocal Arts, Children’s Chorus, Chamber Ensembles, Jazz and Suzuki Programs. Event info.
The Original Harlem Globetrotters
Dec. 8 from 7 – 9 p.m.
This season, the Globetrotters will celebrate their 91st anniversary the only way they know how: with a jaw-dropping blend of athletic precision and razzle-dazzle showmanship that has entertained hundreds of millions of fans over the past nine decades. Event info.
Christmas in the country at Cracker Country
Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Bring the family for a great day experiencing the sights, sounds and smells of an old fashion country Christmas. Learn how the holiday traditions of the 19th century differ from those of the 21st through hands-on historical interpretations, carols, traditional decorations and more! Event info.
Holiday Tour of Lights
Dec. 9 – 30 from 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Looking for something to do this holiday season? Get ready to sit back, relax, sip your eggnog and discover the incredible light and decoration displays that Tampa residents have created for you. Event info.
Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market
Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
This market offers a mixture of Fresh Produce, Plants, Herbs, Fresh Baked Goods, Take Home Foods, Hand Crafts and Ready to Eat Lunch Bites. Event info.
ORLANDO
2017 FHSAA Football Finals: 6A Championship in Orlando
Dec. 8 at 8 p.m.
Nehrling Gardens Amaryllis Festival in Gotha
Dec. 9 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
This is a nature-themed holiday event that is free and family-friendly! It will feature rare amaryllis bulbs for sale as well as blooming amaryllis and other plants for the holidays. There will be nature-themed vendors, food, music, crafts for children, and more! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there as well! Event info.
UCF Knights Womens Basketball vs Georgia Southern Eagles Womens Basketball
Dec. 10 at 2 p.m.