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There’s Snow Place Like Tarpon Springs 2025
Snow Place Like Tarpon Springs is a festive holiday celebration taking over Historic Downtown Tarpon Springs on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm — and the best part is that it’s free to attend.
This is one of the biggest Christmas events in North Pinellas County, designed as a cheerful, family-friendly evening filled with seasonal magic. You’ll find: snow slides and falling snow moments that bring a winter wonderland feel to Florida; a visit with Santa and the chance for kids to write and mail their letters to him; and plenty of children’s activities and holiday entertainment scattered along Tarpon Avenue. There’s festive music from a DJ and live performers, street performers, holiday movies, and opportunities for holiday shopping with local vendors. Lights, cheerful crowds, and old-fashioned seasonal fun make this a standout holiday night in town.
Highlights to look out for include the Christmas tree lighting (around 6 pm) and the 36th Annual Holiday Boat Parade that launches at 7 pm from Tarpon Landing Marina and winds through Spring Bayou — trophies are awarded for best-decorated boats and participation is free.
Local arts groups also tie into the event, with special seasonal experiences like creative ornament-making and theatrical holiday performances happening nearby as part of the broader celebration.
Where: Downtown Tarpon Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL
When: Friday, December 12, 2025 • 5 pm–10 pm
Cost: Free entry and family-friendly fun.
This event is ideal for families, visitors to the area looking for holiday spirit, or anyone wanting to experience a blend of community tradition and playful winter festivities in a historic Florida setting.