Updated 10/29/24
Most travelers plan their Florida winter beach vacation during Thanksgiving or Christmas. But if you want to beat the holiday crowds, we encourage you to book your getaway between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Plan your winter getaway at the beach with Plumlee Gulf Beach Realty and experience seasonal events, fewer crowds, and low off-season rates between the holidays. Trade snowmen for sandcastles and experience the festive spirit with holiday lights, tree-lighting ceremonies, and Christmas boat parades!
Holiday Light Events
Busch Gardens Christmas Town, Nov. 15, 2024 – Jan. 5, 2025
Head to Tampa and attend on of the region’s biggest and brightest holiday event, Christmas Town, at Busch Gardens. Enjoy thrilling rides complemented by twinkling holiday lights, animal encounters, holiday-inspired culinary delights, and festive shows. Add tickets to your vacation by calling one of our local Reservationists at 866-921-1166.
Holiday Lights in Largo Central Park, Nov. 27 – Dec. 29, 2024
Stroll through over two million twinkling LED lights at Largo Central Park. Or ride the Ferris wheel in the carnival area and see the holiday lights from new heights. After admiring the lights, stop at the market vendors for food, beverages, and gifts.
Holiday Lights in the Gardens, Nov. 29, 2024 – Jan. 4, 2025
We recommend visiting the Holiday Lights in the Gardens at Florida Botanical Gardens if you want to experience holiday lights and Florida’s natural environment simultaneously. It is one of the biggest holiday light shows in the area.
Tree Lighting, Homes Tour, and Christmas Parades
Kick off the Christmas season with the annual tree lightings and parades throughout Pinellas County:
-December 6th, Indian Rocks Beach Tree Lighting at the 12th Avenue Park.
-December 8th, Indian Rocks Beach Christmas Street Parade starts at East Gulf Blvd and ends at Kolb Park. The parade will pass by the balcony of our vacation rental at Shalimar 302 and the street side of the rentals at the Reef Club building.
-December 15th, Redington Beach and Indian Shores Christmas Boat Parade starts at R.O.C. Park in Madeira Beach and ends at Caddy’s in Indian Shores. Get a front row seat from a private balcony by staying at one of our Intracoastal Waterfront vacation rentals in Indian Shores.
-December 21st, Indian Rocks Beach Christmas Boat Parade travels up and down the Intracoastal canals. The boats will gather near the balcony of one of our Indian Rocks Beach rentals, Harbourside 4412.
Holiday Shopping
Your visit between Thanksgiving and Christmas is the perfect time to enjoy holiday shopping on the Gulf Coast. Visit Robert’s Christmas Wonderland, one of America’s largest and most beautiful Christmas and collectibles stores. Shop for ornaments, tree toppers, wreaths, garlands, lights, and more. Or shop from over 350 local makers at the Shopapalooza Festival in downtown St. Petersburg from November 30th to December 1st. Go shopping in flip flops to find the perfect gifts for your loved ones!
Book Your Winter Getaway in Indian Rocks Beach
Escape the cold and plan a winter beach vacation with Plumlee Gulf Beach Realty. Visit us between Thanksgiving and Christmas and enjoy low, Off-Season Rates on our vacation rentals. Enjoy fewer crowds as you attend festive events, shop for gifts, and hang out at the beach. Contact us at 866-921-1166, and let us help you find the perfect property for your winter retreat!
