Bright and Beautiful Holidays
In Downtown Clearwater
Bright and Beautiful Holidays In Downtown Clearwater 2023
Overview
Downtown Clearwater is bringing holiday cheer this December for Bright and Beautiful Holidays 2023!
Check out this year’s line-up of events and holiday programming.
2023 Events
City of Clearwater Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friday, Dec. 1 | 4:00 p.m.
Coachman Park | RSVP on Facebook
Kicking off the festive season, Clearwater’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting event takes place in Coachman Park. Beginning at 4 p.m., enjoy live holiday music and entertainment. Elected officials will illuminate the city’s Christmas tree.
Presented by: City of Clearwater, Clearwater Downtown Development Board, and Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency
Watch 2021 Tree Lighting Ceremony Video
Holiday Experience in Station Square Park
Saturday, Dec. 2 | 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Station Square Park | Purchase Tickets
Experience dynamic live music in a park with outside bistro vibes in Downtown Clearwater. This holiday music series takes place at the open-air Station Square Park and features an exciting lineup!
Saturday December 2, 2023, doors open at 5:30 p.m.
6-7:10 p.m. – Gotta Groove Band
7:30-9 p.m. – Selwyn Birchwood
Presented by: Clearwater Jazz Holiday
Chanukah Celebration
Thursday, Dec. 7 | 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Coachman Park
Join the Chabad of Clearwater in the lighting of a surprise-themed menorah, hot latkes, gelt drop and children’s activities.
Presented by: Chabad in Clearwater
Clearwater’s Bright & Beautiful Holidays Trolley Tours
Dec. 8 and Dec. 15 | RSVP on Facebook
Visit your neighborhood recreation center at the times listed below to meet Santa Claus and his cheerful elves when they cruise through Clearwater. Attendees can also enjoy holiday activities, watch movies, sip on hot chocolate and participate in children’s activities.
Friday, Dec. 8: North Greenwood Recreation & Aquatic Complex, 900 N. MLK Jr. Ave., 4:30 to 5:45 p.m., Clearwater Beach Library & Recreation Center, 69 Bay Esplanade, 6:15 to 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 15: The Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Rd., 4:30 to 5:45 p.m., Countryside Recreation Center, 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., 6:15 to 7:30 p.m.
Presented by: Clearwater Parks & Recreation
The Market Marie: Christmas at Coachman
Saturday, Dec. 9 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Coachman Park
Make the gift-giving season extra special by shopping local. There will be handcrafted goods, a “Dog Paw-Parade”, food trucks and a special Storytime with Ms. Claus. Registration for the parade is on-site. The Market Marie
Presented by:Clearwater Yacht Club Annual Holiday Boat Parade
Saturday, Dec. 9 | 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Watch holiday decorated boats illuminate the waterways. The route can be viewed from various vantage points including Coachman Park, waterfront restaurants and hotels and private residences. Coachman Park will have food, beverages, children’s activities and more as part of a watch party. Decorated vessels gather in Mandalay Channel and then proceed along navigable channels in Island Estates, Coachman Park, Harbor Marina, Clearwater Beach Marina and ends at Clearwater Point. Participation is free for boaters.
Presented by: Clearwater Yacht Club
Winter Holiday Social
Friday, Dec. 15 | 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
North Greenwood Recreation Complex
Attend this family-friendly holiday event at the North Greenwood Recreation & Aquatic Complex. There will be a face painter, balloons, children’s activities and bounce houses. Santa Claus may even stop by.
Presented By: North Greenwood Library
Holiday Scenes on the Green: The Polar Express
Friday, Dec. 15, | 7 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Coachman Park | RSVP on Facebook
Cozy up and watch “The Polar Express” under the stars at Coachman Park. Bring blankets and low-lying lawn chairs. On the plaza of The Sound, enjoy falling snow while enjoying family friendly experiences for kids of all ages hosted by Ruth Eckerd Hall. Meet and greet with Santa, “Tel-An-Elf” and video chat with Santa’s elves, ride in the magical Polar Express train around The Sound, play gingerbread mini putt-putt and more!
7-8 p.m.: Live Music
8-10 p.m.: Movie
Park for free after 6 p.m. in Lot 11.
Presented by: Clearwater Parks and Recreation
The Girl Gang Christmas Market
Saturday, Dec. 16 | 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cleveland Street, Downtown Clearwater
Experience the holiday spirit like never before with more than 100 women-owned businesses. As you stroll through this festive marketplace, you’ll find unique gifts for everyone on your list. And who needs Santa when we have Ms. Claus? She’ll travel from the North Pole to take photos with all who attend. This market is a celebration of female entrepreneurship and will donate 10 percent of vendor fees to EmpowHerment, a Clearwater-based nonprofit that offers invaluable resources to women in Pinellas County.
Presented By: The Downtown Development Board and Girl Gang Pinellas
Holiday Performances at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
405 Cleveland Street | Tickets
The Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, a cultural landmark in Downtown Clearwater, presents the following festive performances this holiday season:
- Dec. 7 – Peter White Christmas
- Dec. 13 – Michael W. Smith
- Dec. 21 – Jim Brickman A Joyful Christmas
- Dec. 22 – Rockapella Christmas
- Dec. 23 – Celtic Angels Christmas
And More…
Check out a full list of holiday events happening throughout the City of Clearwater by visiting myclearwater.com.
Holiday Perks Program
Decorations
The Heart of the Holidays is in Coachman Park!
Come and witness the Christmas Tree lighting and other festivities located at the corner of Cleveland Street and Oceola Avenue.
Parking
Free and convenient parking can easily be found throughout Downtown Clearwater. Please read all posted signage prior to parking.
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