Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park
A little winter magic beside the river.
Family things to do in Tampa Bay
Choose an indoor discovery day, a playground pause or a family event. Check the age guidance and ticket terms for each outing.
Guppyween at The Florida Aquarium
Tiny costumes. A whole underwater world.
Creatures of the Night at ZooTampa
A last little dose of Halloween after dark.
Christmas Town at Busch Gardens
A bigger holiday outing, with lights everywhere.
Ride the TECO Line Streetcar
A little city adventure, with no fare to pay.
Ballast Point Park
A small park with big bay views.
Manatee Viewing Center
A winter wildlife outing worth waiting for.
St. Pete Pier
An afternoon that reaches into the bay.
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
An easy green pause in the middle of downtown.
Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park
Let the kids play. Keep the river view.
Water Works Park
A splash of fun beside the Riverwalk.
Glazer Children’s Museum
A day built around little imaginations.
The Florida Aquarium
Look a little closer at life underwater.
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
Make room for a whole day of discovery.
MOSI science day
A little curiosity goes a long way.
Al Lopez Park
A green break without leaving the city.
Largo Central Park
An easy family stop in the heart of Largo.
Make the plan your own
Choose one main stop, check the organizer’s current details and use the calendar download as a reminder. It does not book tickets or reserve entry.
Before you go
Are all of these plans free?
No. Each listing explains whether access is free, ticketed or priced by the activity. Parking, food, rentals and special experiences may cost extra.
How current is this guide?
This edition was researched for October and November 2026. Each plan links to an official source and includes a checked date. It is not a live availability feed.