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Christmas Lights in Safety Harbor, FL

The top places to see Christmas lights in Safety Harbor 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 Celebration of Lights at The Concourse (Nov 27 – Dec 27). We've mapped 1 display in Safety Harbor and 25 more nearby (9 events, 5 tree lightings, 5 parades). 18 are free. 5 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 12, 2026

Safety Harbor Tree Lighting and Harbor Holiday Nights

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

Opens soon

Dec 4 – Dec 12

Near Safety Harbor (within 25 miles)

4.8 miDec 12 – Dec 12

Clearwater's Bright and Beautiful Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Clearwater, FL Β· Free

Opens soon

6.9 miNov 29 – Nov 29

St. Petersburg Waterfront Lights

Event Β· St. Petersburg, FL Β· Free

Opens soon

7.8 miNov 28 – Jan 1

Holiday Lights and Carnival Rides in Largo Central Park

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

Opens soon

8.2 miNov 26 – Jan 3

Holiday Lights in the Gardens (Florida Botanical Gardens)

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

Opens soon

11 miNov 27 – Jan 2

River of Christmas Lights Cruise (Pirate Water Taxi)

Event Β· Tampa, FL Β· Ticketed

Opens soon

14 miNov 20 – Jan 3

ZooTampa Christmas in the Wild

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

Opens soon

14 miNov 27 – Dec 31

Holiday Spectacular on the Tampa Riverwalk and Water Works Park

Event Β· Tampa, FL Β· Free

Opens soon

15 miNov 27 – Jan 3

Santa Fest and Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Tampa, FL Β· Free

Opens soon Music

15 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park

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

Opens soon

15 miNov 20 – Jan 3

Tampa Holiday Lighted Boat Parade

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

Opens soon

15 miDec 19 – Dec 19

Madeira Beach Festival of Lights Boat Parade

Parade Β· Madeira Beach, FL Β· Free

Opens soon

16 miDec 12 – Dec 12

Water Street Tampa Season Spectacular

Event Β· Tampa, FL Β· Free

Opens soon

16 miNov 12 – Nov 12

Ybor City Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Tampa, FL Β· Free

Opens soon

16 miNov 18 – Nov 18

Busch Gardens Christmas Town

Event Β· Tampa, FL Β· Included with park admission

Opens soon Music

17 miNov 13 – Jan 4

Celebration of Lights at The Concourse

Drive-thru Β· Shady Hills, FL Β· Ticketed

Opens soon

18 miNov 27 – Dec 27

The Oakdale Christmas House

Home display Β· St. Petersburg, FL Β· Free

Opens soon Music

19 miNov 27 – Jan 3

Tree Lighting and Symphony in Lights

Tree lighting Β· Wesley Chapel, FL Β· Free

Opens soon Music

25 miNov 14 – Nov 14

Clearwater Festival of Lights Boat Parade

Parade Β· Clearwater, FL Β· Free

4.8 mi

Indian Trails Hot Cocoa and Holiday Lights

Neighborhood Β· Palm Harbor, FL Β· Donations

6.5 mi

Coachman Park Ferris Wheel

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

6.9 mi
7.6 mi

The Lights of Lake Park Estates

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

12 mi

Temple Terrace Drive-Bay Lights

Home display Β· Tampa, FL Β· Free

Music

20 mi

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Christmas lights in Safety Harbor: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Safety Harbor?

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), Celebration of Lights at The Concourse (Nov 27 – Dec 27) and St. Petersburg Waterfront Lights (Nov 28 – Jan 1). In all, 26 displays are mapped in and around Safety Harbor, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Safety Harbor?

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. 18 of the 26 displays near Safety Harbor are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Safety Harbor?

Yes. Celebration of Lights at The Concourse (Ticketed). Drive-thru shows usually charge per car, and buying tickets online ahead of time is often faster.

Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Safety Harbor?

Yes. Busch Gardens Christmas Town, Santa Fest and Tree Lighting and Tree Lighting and Symphony in Lights. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Safety Harbor?

The earliest Safety Harbor-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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