Symphony in Lights Kickoff

Get Ready to Sparkle this Holiday Season at The Shops at Wiregrass Join us for our beloved annual tradition that brings the community together in a dazzling celebration of lights, music, and holiday cheer at Tampa Bay’s premier outdoor lifestyle destination.

Symphony in Lights Kickoff & Santa’s Arrival

Presented by AdventHealth Wesley Chapel

• Over 300,000 twinkling lights — Christmas trees and garlands from Paseo Drive to Piazza Ave. choreographed to seasonal music and snowfall
• Holiday Market by Tampa Bay Markets opens at 5 PM along Paseo Drive, featuring seasonal hand-crafted gifts and goodies
• Live Big Band Music starts at 5 PM with the big band sounds of Late Night Brass in the newly glammed-up North Yard (Center Court), with jumbo LED screen viewing on Piazza Ave. Additional sets at 7:15 PM and 8:15 PM following the initial tree lighting
• Santa’s Grand Arrival shortly after dusk on a big red fire truck, courtesy of Pasco County Fire Rescue, to light the BIG trees
• Sky Elements Drone Show — Back by popular demand! Finalists from America’s Got Talent 2024 return with a breathtaking show featuring 300 drones, double the size of last year, lighting up the night sky with animated holiday characters and upbeat tunes
• Dine & Stroll — Book your dinner reservations early or enjoy takeaway sips and bites from

your favorite eateries and cafes

• Strolling Entertainment — Spectacularly customed stilt walkers, face painters, and

balloon artists ready to delight all ages and pose for festive selfies

• Alpine Tubing Slides — Slide down 50-foot double lanes near JCPenney and Dillard’s.
• Donations benefit the Christmas Wish Fund, supporting local families in need
• Symphony in Lights Shows — Held nightly in North and South Courts at 6 PM, 7 PM, 8 PM, and 9 PM through December 31, 2025

It’s a holiday spectacular you won’t want to miss — a community favorite year after year! Visit TheShopsatWiregrass.com for up-to-date event details and more festive fun, including:

• Santa Photos
• Located ACROSS the street from Symphony in Light Shows North Court between Warby Parker and Victoria’s Secret
• Pet Nights
• Caring Santa
• Community Group Performances
• Gift Wrapping
• Family Wagon Rides in December

...and so much more family-style entertainment, fashion, fun, and festivities throughout the holiday season

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