Every year Plant City has various programs to help its residents get into a happy holiday spirit. Here are some upcoming events for this month.
Christmas Lane
Now in its 37th year, Christmas Lane makes its return to Plant City, promising to offer decorations, props, lights, trees, train rides, mazes, food, a visit from Santa and much more. The holiday event will once again be held at the Charlie Grimes Family Agricultural Center on the Florida Strawberry Festival grounds, 2508 W. Oak Ave, Plant City. The event will be held from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. each night from Nov. 26 to Nov. 28.; Dec. 2 to Dec. 5; Dec. 9 to Dec. 12; Dec. 16 to Dec. 24.
Tickets will be $8 for those age 13 and older; $5 for ages 4 to 12; and free for age 3 and under. Tickets will be good for only one night.
Plant City Christmas Parade
Everyone is welcome to dress up in their holiday attire for this big event. Held in the downtown district of Plant City, attendees can watch the parade with its fancy cars, favorite Christmas characters, miniature cars, Santa’s train, listen to live performances, and much more. The parade will begin at 7 p.m. on Dec. 3.
Lights of Love
At downtown’s McCall Park, will sit a 20-foot Christmas tree adorned with lights and decorations. A 23rd annual tree lighting ceremony welcomes all spectators to enjoy the scenery. It will be held on Dec. 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The lights shown are purchased and hung up in memory or honor of a loved one. The proceeds go toward South Florida Baptist Hospital programs. The event will be located at 100 N. Collins St. in Plant City.
Awaken Plant City
This free event is hosted by Life Family Church and Jack Myers Ministries to help families in need of food and Christmas gifts for kids. Toys will be distributed as well as groceries, and a chance to win a free car. The function will offer live music performed by local artists, food trucks and more. It will be held on Dec. 5 at 4:30 p.m. and located at the Plant City Stadium.
White Sands Holiday Open House
The treatment center is welcoming all for their holiday celebration. Snacks and refreshments will be provided along with a raffle to win a gift. The event features presentations from the KO Addiction Foundation as well as the White Sands clinical director, who will discuss their treatment philosophy and programs offered. And those in attendance can spar with professional boxers and take a tour of the 10-acre campus. It will be on Dec. 10 from noon to 4 p.m. and located at 2011 N. Wheeler St, in Plant City.
Christmas Movie Chronicles
Drive in Movie for those age 60 and up and their grandchildren. Light snacks, door prizes, music and entertainment will also be offered. Attendees are encouraged to come in Christmas attire. It will be located at 307 N. Michigan Ave on Dec. 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The movie starts at 6:30 p.m. Must RSVP. Contact Gerry Randolph at 813-853-2136 or by emailing randolphG@HillsboroughCounty.org.
Christmas is Near
This free event promises non-stop fun with a number of Christmas-themed amenities. It will be held at the Strawberry Festival Grounds Wish Farms Sound Stage, 303 Lemon St., in Plant City. It will be held on Dec. 23 starting at 5 p.m. and ending at 9 p.m. Kids will have a youth zone to keep them occupied, plus a chance to take photos from 5 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. From 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., attendees will also be entertained with live performances by Kenzie Wheeler and Rekindled Bluegrass. And to round off the night at 7:30 p.m., there will be a Christmas concert as well as a candlelight service. Parking Entrances are off of Oak St. and Reynolds Ave.
Glorious Night
First Baptist Church Plant City is ushering in the holidays with this 30-minute light show. The event will run between Nov. 26 and Jan. 2, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. It will be held at First Baptist Church Plant City, 3309 James L. Redman Pkwy., in Plant City. The event is free to all and will offer numerous Christmas carols, spectacular lights and holiday stories.