The dazzling display of Holiday Lights at the Florida Botanical Gardens is back for its 23rd annual season! With 1 million lights on display throughout their gardens, it’s one of the most magical displays in the Tampa Bay area. Located in Largo, the spectacle serves as the annual winter fundraiser for the gardens which are free and open to the public year round.
The event is free, but there is a suggested donation for entry of $10 per person over the age of 12 to help support the gardens’ mission. It starts every year the day after Thanksgiving and runs through December 31, open daily from 5:30-9:30 pm. Leashed pets are welcome to join you as you stroll along their (ADA compliant) festive lighted walkways.
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Just last week, the Holiday Lights display was named a Top 10 Botanical Gardens Light Display by USA Today, and it is in the running to be crowned the overall No. 1 pick. You can vote for them here.
If you’re looking for something to do next weekend, their annual gift & plant sale starts Saturday, December 9th from 5:30pm–9:30pm and goes through Sunday, December 10 from 10am–10pm. It’s one of my favorite events to plant shop at because of how many incredible vendors exhibit.
You can visit the lights nightly through December 31, 2023 from 5:30pm–9:30pm. I’d recommend going on a weeknight as their weekends get busy quick. They do have a little bistro serving light concessions, hot cocoa, coffee, and hot apple cider. Parking is free at either of their two lots. For more information visit their website.
- 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo FL, 33774
- 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo, FL 33778
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