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Christmas Lights in Madeira Beach, FL

The top places to see Christmas lights in Madeira Beach this season are Holiday Lights in the Gardens (Florida Botanical Gardens) (Nov 27 – Jan 2), Holiday Lights and Carnival Rides in Largo Central Park (Nov 26 – Dec 27) and St. Petersburg Waterfront Lights (Nov 28 – Jan 1). We've mapped 1 display in Madeira Beach and 22 more nearby (8 events, 6 parades, 4 tree lightings). 17 are free. 2 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 12, 2026

Madeira Beach Festival of Lights Boat Parade

Parade · Madeira Beach, FL · Free

Opens soon

Dec 12 – Dec 12

Near Madeira Beach (within 25 miles)

Holiday Lights in the Gardens (Florida Botanical Gardens)

Walk-thru · Largo, FL · $10 suggested donation per person over 12

Opens soon

6.3 miNov 27 – Jan 2

Holiday Lights and Carnival Rides in Largo Central Park

Walk-thru · Largo, FL · Free admission; rides $6 each or $50 for 10

Opens soon

8.2 miNov 26 – Dec 27

Holiday Lights and Rides at Largo Central Park

Event · Largo, FL · Free entry; rides $6 each or 10 for $50

Opens soon

8.2 miNov 26 – Jan 3

St. Petersburg Waterfront Lights

Event · St. Petersburg, FL · Free

Opens soon

9.2 miNov 28 – Jan 1

The Oakdale Christmas House

Home display · St. Petersburg, FL · Free

Opens soon Music

10 miNov 27 – Jan 3

Clearwater's Bright and Beautiful Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Clearwater, FL · Free

Opens soon

12 miNov 29 – Nov 29
13 miDec 12 – Dec 12

Safety Harbor Tree Lighting and Harbor Holiday Nights

Tree lighting · Safety Harbor, FL · Free (Jolley Trolley ride ticketed)

Opens soon

16 miDec 4 – Dec 12

River of Christmas Lights Cruise (Pirate Water Taxi)

Event · Tampa, FL · Ticketed

Opens soon

23 miNov 20 – Jan 3

Santa Fest and Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Tampa, FL · Free

Opens soon Music

23 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park

Event · Tampa, FL · Free to enter; ice skating $17 with rental ($15 under 12)

Opens soon

23 miNov 20 – Jan 3

Tampa Holiday Lighted Boat Parade

Parade · Tampa, FL · Free from the Riverwalk; cruise tickets sold separately

Opens soon

23 miDec 19 – Dec 19
23 miNov 27 – Jan 3

Water Street Tampa Season Spectacular

Event · Tampa, FL · Free

Opens soon

23 miNov 12 – Nov 12

Ybor City Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Tampa, FL · Free

Opens soon

24 miNov 18 – Nov 18

ZooTampa Christmas in the Wild

Event · Tampa, FL · Zoo admission; evening access varies

Opens soon

25 miNov 27 – Dec 31

The Lights of Lake Park Estates

Neighborhood · Seminole, FL · Free (donations to Suncoast Hospice)

3.3 mi

Coachman Park Ferris Wheel

Event · Clearwater, FL · 2025: $8 per person

12 mi
13 mi

Clearwater Festival of Lights Boat Parade

Parade · Clearwater, FL · Free

13 mi

Indian Trails Hot Cocoa and Holiday Lights

Neighborhood · Palm Harbor, FL · Donations

20 mi

Manatee River Holiday Boat Parade

Parade · Bradenton, FL · Free

25 mi

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Christmas lights in Madeira Beach: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Madeira Beach?

Popular picks this season include Holiday Lights in the Gardens (Florida Botanical Gardens) (Nov 27 – Jan 2), Holiday Lights and Carnival Rides in Largo Central Park (Nov 26 – Dec 27), St. Petersburg Waterfront Lights (Nov 28 – Jan 1) and Holiday Lights and Rides at Largo Central Park (Nov 26 – Jan 3). In all, 23 displays are mapped in and around Madeira Beach, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Madeira Beach?

Free options include Holiday Lights and Carnival Rides in Largo Central Park, St. Petersburg Waterfront Lights, Holiday Lights and Rides at Largo Central Park and Water Street Tampa Season Spectacular. 17 of the 23 displays near Madeira Beach are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Madeira Beach?

Yes. Santa Fest and Tree Lighting and The Oakdale Christmas House. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Madeira Beach?

The earliest Madeira Beach-area displays turn on Nov 12, and most are running by the weekend after Thanksgiving. Many stay lit through New Year's; check each display's page for its exact dates and nightly hours.

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