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Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa's Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Park!
Located along the Tampa Riverwalk, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is transformed with the sights, sounds and activities of the holidays for children and adults of all ages.Please visit our Facebook page @WinterVillageTampa for real time updates. Winter Village will also use paperless ticketing, for more information click the button below.
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Ice Rink Hours
Please visit our Facebook Page for real-time updates.
Ice Skating Pricing
$17 per skater includes ice skate rental75 minutes of skate time & skate rentals are includedAll reservations must be made online or with on-site QR codes.Check social media for real-time updates. For any ticket related questions please email Ice Rink Events at [email protected].
Café At Winter Village
Taste the spirit of the holiday season
by visiting the Cafe at Winter Village.Cafe hours and dates differ from ice skating hours
The Shops of Winter Village
Discover the magic of the season at The Shops of Winter Village Tampa! Nestled in the heart of Curtis Hixon Park, these charming shops, delivered by PODS® Moving and Storage, feature a curated selection of local, small businesses offering unique gifts, handmade goods, and festive finds. Whether you're shopping for family, friends, or a little something for yourself, you're sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list!
Ice Skating Shows
They're back! Join us for our Tampa Bay Ice Show on select nights, where festive cheer meets breathtaking talent! Set against the stunning backdrop of the Hillsborough River, this enchanting performance will feature our skilled skaters showcasing their artistry and athleticism.OPENING WEEKEND
Friday, November 21st @ 7PM
Saturday, November 22nd @ 7PM
Sunday, November 23rd @ 7 PMTuesday, December 24th @ 7 PM - Special Christmas Eve Show
Tuesday, December 31st @ 7 PM - Special New Year’s Eve ShowCLOSING WEEKEND
Friday, January 2nd @ 7PM
Saturday, January 3rd @ 7PM
Sunday, January 4th @ 7PM
Winter Village Express
The Winter Village Express will make its way from Downtown’s Whiting Station to Ybor and back on the TECO Line Streetcar. Join us for this 50 minute, round-trip excursion that is fun for the entire family! Our trip features a holiday sing-a-long, holiday trivia, milk & cookies, and added surprises along the way.Dates: 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21
River of Lights
Hop aboard the Pirate Water Taxi for a magical River of Lights Cruise, now departing
from the Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park (Stop #12). New this year, this unforgettable
holiday journey will take you down the Hillsborough River to soak in Tampa’s twinkling
holiday lights and waterfront decorations.
Silent Disco Fridays
Every Friday from 6-9pm! Silent Disco
headphones are first-come, first-serve.All headphones are the property of the Tampa Downtown
Partnership and must be returned.Headphones can be picked up from the Winter Village Event kiosk in exchange for an ID.
But wait...there's more!
Celebrate 10 Years of Winter Village with a Holiday Time Capsule!
Opening Day, Friday, November 21, marks the start of the season with a special Winter Village Time Capsule celebration. Guests are invited to bring a photo from past visits—or snap a new Polaroid onsite—to include in a capsule that will be sealed until Winter Village’s 20th anniversary in 2035.
Accessibility Enhancements
This year, Winter Village introduces new features designed to ensure everyone feels welcome and comfortable:Sensory Relief Zone: A dedicated, quiet retreat space for neurodiverse guests or sensory processing differences, equipped with calming sensory items.CARD-Certified Staff: All staff and attendants have completed training from USF’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD).Enhanced Accessibility: Widened pathways, improved ADA access, and multilingual signage (English, Spanish, and low-visibility enhanced text).
Live Painting with MA ART
Experience art in action with local artist MA Art, live painting during Opening Weekend and Thanksgiving Weekend at Winter Village Tampa! Watch a festive winter scene come to life during operating hours, capturing the spirit of the season in real time. Can’t make it for the live event? You can still take home a piece of the magic—postcards featuring the finished painting will be available for purchase all season long!
Curling
Curling is available Wednesday through Sunday on a first-come, first-serve basis. Curling operates at the same hours as our food and beverage. Equipment can be picked up from the Winter Village Attendant at the Winter Village event kiosk in exchange for an ID. We ask that play on the court does not exceed 30 minutes to allow other guests the opportunity to play.
Holiday Trivia & Game Nights
Test your knowledge at trivia on select Wednesdays from 2–4pm and enjoy additional holiday games when the shops and cafe are open.Dates:Wednesday, November 26thWednesday, December 24thWednesday, December 31st
10th Anniversary Winter Village Merch
To mark its milestone year, Winter Village will debut special 10th Anniversary merchandise for purchase, including commemorative pocket T-shirts, stickers, and postcards featuring a live painting of Winter Village by artist M.A. Art. Merchandise can be purchased at the Winter Village event kiosk.
Shop Small Weekend Unboxed by PODs
Celebrate Shop Small Weekend, unboxed by PODS, November 28–30 from noon to 4pm, with 18 additional small businesses including little entrepreneurs and local artists. The first 100 shoppers will receive a “I Shopped Small at Winter Village” tote bag.
Tuesday Themed Skate Nights
Enjoy rotating themed nights like Grinchmas, Ugly Sweater, and Lightning Bolts & Snowflakes, including photo ops by Tampa General Hospital. All participating visitors will be entered into a raffle
for a set of tickets to local entertainment.November 25 - Holidays Around the WorldDecember 2 - GrinchmasDecember 9 - Ugly SweaterDecember 16 - Lightning Bolts & SnowflakesDecember 23 - Nightmare Before ChristmasDecember 30 - Holiday Shimmer
Thunderstruck Thursdays
Celebrate Tampa Bay Lightning pride by purchasing themed menu items for the chance to win Tampa Lightning tickets.
Shop Small Saturdays
Celebrate and support the small businesses that help create the vibrant atmosphere of
Winter Village and have the chance to win cool prizes.
Tampa's Santa Fest and Tree Lighting
Date: December 6The 2025 Santa Fest is back at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park followed by the annual Tampa Tree Lighting.The parade steps off at 1pm beginning at Morgan Street and Madison Street. It travels west on Madison Street to Ashley Drive, turns north and ends at Ashley Drive and Cass Street. Best viewing is along Madison Street.Tampa’s Tree Lighting Ceremony begins at 6pm with a concert of familiar Christmas favorites, dazzling dancers, and stage entertainment starring SuperStar Cortni. WFLA Anchor Paola Suro joins Mayor Castor to light the seven beautiful Christmas Trees in the park.Once the trees are lit, a holiday movie will be shown. Admission is free.
Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
Date: December 20Tampa’s largest lighted boat parade will happen the Saturday before Christmas along the Hillsborough River in Tampa's Downtown. The parade begins at the southern tip of Davis Islands, travels through the Convention Center basin and up to the Heights where the boats will turn around and head to Sparkman Wharf where judging will occur and the parade will end.To learn more, click here.
FAQs
Where Can I Park / How do I Get There?
Parking is available for a nominal rate at multiple locations adjacent to Winter Village presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, including the William F. Poe Parking Garage north of Curtis Hixon Park. Click here for a full list of options.We encourage you to park once to enjoy the Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, at Curtis Hixon Park and walk the beautiful Tampa Riverwalk to other Downtown destinations. You can also travel to the Winter Village by DASH Tampa, Pirate Water Taxi, and more! Visit the Getting Around section in Tampa’s Downtown to explore all your options.
How do I become a vendor for Winter Village?
The Shops at Winter Village, delivered by PODS® Moving and Storage, were selected in Spring 2025. Please check back during Spring of 2026 for applications for next year's Winter Village shops.
Are Dogs Allowed?
Leashed dogs are welcome on the Tampa Riverwalk, Downtown parks, the dog park adjacent to Winter Village, and Winter Village event areas.
Dogs are not allowed on the ice rink.
Is The Winter Village Free To Attend?
Winter Village is free to attend and is open to all ages. The shops and café area feature specialty goods, food and drink for purchase. The ice rink requires paid admission to skate and for ice skating rentals.
Do I Have To Buy Ice Rink Tickets in Advance?
For Ice Rink Event questions, please see the Ice Rink Events FAQs here.
Getting Here
Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park is located at 600 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa, FL 33602.
Contact Us
About Tampa Downtown Partnership
The Tampa Downtown Partnership is a private, not-for-profit 501(c)(6) & 501 (c)(3) organization. It is a membership organization comprised of companies, organizations and individuals with a common goal of advancing Tampa's Downtown.The Tampa Downtown Partnership serves as the steward of Downtown Tampa, cultivating public and private partnerships, and encouraging Downtown’s physical and economic development. As a proactive leadership organization, the Tampa Downtown Partnership acts as an advocate for the Downtown community.
Thank you to our 2025 sponsors
Presenting: Tampa Bay LightningTampa Downtown Partnership
PODS Moving & Storage
TECO
City of TampaAmalie Oil
Tampa General HospitalMahathey HospitalityExpress Presenting: Winters & YonkerBarrymore Hotel
Dark Door Spirits
Hit Master Promotions
iHeart Media
Kuducom
Mario's Lighting & Production
Café At Winter Village
Taste the spirit of the holiday season at Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park.
Café And Shop Hours
Food & Beverage Options
- Gourmet Crepes & Beverages
- Icicles Craft Cocktails
- Icicles Craft Kitchen
- Mi Cafecito
- Whatever Pops
The Shops of Winter Village
The Shops of Winter Village, delivered by PODS® Moving and Storage, feature boutiques from local makers and purveyors offering a gift idea for everyone on your list. Thanks to the generous support of PODS® Moving and Storage, each Winter Village Shop is held in a PODS® container in a market-style layout.Visitors are encouraged to shop at the various boutiques during their visit, all while enjoying a beautiful view of the Hillsborough River.
Café And Shop Hours
Directory
Winter Village Express
The Winter Village Express will make its way from Downtown’s Whiting Station to Ybor and back on the TECO Line Streetcar. Join us for this 50 minute round-trip excursion that is fun for the entire family! Our trip features a holiday sing-a-long, holiday trivia, milk & cookies, and added surprises along the way.
Dates & Hours
Dates: 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21Hours: 3:25pm, 4:25pm, 5:25pm, 6:25pm, 7:25pm
New Paperless Ticketing
How To Make a Reservation And Buy a Ticket
Click “BUY TICKETS HERE”
Enter your information and select the date/time you wish to skate.
After payment, a receipt will be sent & a separate email will prompt you to complete waiver(s).
Check your inbox for e-ticket(s) after completing your waiver(s).
NOTE: You will not receive your E-ticket(s) until you have completed the waiver(s). Please read the FAQs here, as tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. For all issues related to ticketing, please contact [email protected].