Tis the season to pop some popcorn, grab a mug of hot cocoa and put on your favorite festive flicks. From modern favorites like Elf to classic favorites like Miracle on 34th Street, there are plenty of holiday and Christmas movies to snuggle up to this season.
Our guide to where to watch holiday movies in Tampa covers all the best spots to check out from November through December. So set aside the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and plan a relaxing movie night with your significant other.
Holiday and Christmas Movies in Tampa 2022
Tampa Theatre Holiday Classics
Pop over to the Tampa Theatre this Christmas and enjoy holiday movies, other late-night activities, and even a visit or two from Santa! It’s not just a movie, it’s a whole experience right at your fingertips. Want to know more? Check out the Holiday Classics Series coming to the theater this year presented by Bank of America:
- Miracle on 34th Street – November 27
- White Christmas (Sing-along) – December 4
- Elf – December 11
- It’s A Wonderful Life – December 16-22
- Eight Crazy Nights – December 18
- Frozen (Sing-along) – January 8
Silvermoon Drive-In
Lakeland
Select nights starting December 2, 2022
Looking for something festive but a little less traditional? Head to Silvermoon Drive-In in Lakeland for nightly showings of Christmas horror flicks, Violent Night, and Krampus. Adult admission is $7. Outside food and drinks are allowed in but purchasing concessions are encouraged.
City of Tampa Santa Fest
Downtown Tampa
Saturday, December 3, 2022 at 1pm
The parade steps off at 1:00 p.m. beginning at Morgan Street and Madison Street. Come by Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park for Santa Fest entertainment and activities 3:30-5:30 p.m. Stay for the Tampa Tree Lighting entertainment 6-6:30 p.m. See Mayor Castor and Santa Claus light up the tree before a holiday movie (TBD) plays in the park to end the day.
Holiday Movies at Gigglewaters
Gigglewaters – Safety Harbor
December 14-25, 2022
This speakeasy style establishment serves up classic American fare and award-winning cocktails along with a 32-seat movie theater where you can watch classic movies while you eat (tickets are $5 each). This season, they’re also serving up a lineup of classic holiday and Christmas movies:
- A Christmas Story – December 14 and 22
- The Nightmare Before Christmas – December 16
- National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation – December 17
- Elf – December 18 and 24
- Krampus – December 19
- Eight Crazy Nights – December 20
- Home Alone – December 21
- Bad Santa – December 23
- Die Hard – December 25
Holiday Classics at Winter Village
Curtis Hixon Park
Friday, December 16, 2022 at 7pm
Winter Village is partnering with Tampa Theatre to bring holiday classics to Curtis Hixon Park! This year, snuggle up with your date and a mug of hot cocoa and enjoy Disney’s a Christmas Carol. This is a free event on the lawn and seating is first come, first serve.
Holiday Movie in the Park at Clearwater Historical Society
Clearwater Historical Society
Friday, December 16, 2022 from 6pm-8pm
Don’t miss The Grinch on an 80 foot inflatable screen! Bring your blanket and pillows for an outdoor movie night complete with food vendors and the Holiday A-Train. There will also be photo ops with the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who!
Holiday Movie in the Park – Movie TBA
Tarpon Springs Splash Park field
Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 6pm
Grab your lawn chairs and blankets for a fun & free night out! Families can pick a special viewing spot in the park for the movie.
St. Pete Holiday Movie in the Park
Crescent Lake Park
Saturday, December 17, 2022
First come, first served. The lot opens at 7pm and a showing of The Grinch will begin at 8pm. Concessions will be available for purchase.
FREE
Looking for more Christmas events for the perfect holiday date night? Check out Christmas Events, Christmas Lights, and Holiday Fun near Tampa Bay!
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