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A Very Merry Christmas at the 1883 Safford House Museum
2025-12-10 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-11 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-12 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-13 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-14 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 1883 Safford House, 23 Parkin Court, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689
Step into the past and experience a charming Victorian Christmas at the beautifully decorated 1883 Safford House Museum. Available on select December dates, this docent-led tour features festive holiday décor, cozy photo spots, and personal moments perfect for seasonal memories. Visitors will leave with a complimentary treat from Tarpon Arts. With convenient Saturday options and free parking, this beloved tradition offers a joyful holiday experience for guests of all ages.
Celebrate A Very Merry Christmas at the Historic Safford House Museum!
Step back in time as our knowledgeable docents lead you through the Safford Family’s former home beautifully decorated for the holiday season. Learn about the fascinating history of the Safford Family, their home, and their impact on history. Discover multiple photo spots throughout the tour to capture special holiday memories! 📷
🎁 Holiday Gift: Visitors will receive a holiday program & complimentary treat from Tarpon Arts with our Merry Christmas Wishes!
📅 Dates: Wed, Dec. 3 – Sun, Dec. 14
🕰 Tour Hours: Wednesday – Sunday, 11:00am – 3:00pm (Tours run on the hour)
🎟 Limited space: 25 visitors max per tour. Reserve your tour in advance by calling 727.942.5605
📆 Saturday & Sunday tours available for weekend visitors!
🚗 FREE parking!

Snow Place Like Tarpon Springs
2025-12-12 17:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Tarpon Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
The biggest Christmas event in north Pinellas returns to beautiful, historic downtown Tarpon Springs. This FREE event gets bigger and better every year! Snow Place features snow slides, visit with Santa, write and mail your letter to Santa, Holiday movies, street performers, children’s Christmas activities, DJ, Live performers, Christmas music & more.
Location: Downtown Tarpon Springs
Day & Time: Friday, December 12 from 5-10 pm
Fee: FREE

Tarpon Springs Holiday Boat Parade
2025-12-12 20:00 - 21:00 | Spring Bayou, Tarpon Springs, FL, United States
The 36th Annual Boat Parade will be on Friday, December 12th. Vessels will proceed down the Anclote River and into the bayous. There is no charge to participate, but all vessels must register to enter. Registration forms may be obtained at the City Marina and at the Recreation Division administrative office. Trophies will be awarded to the best-decorated boats. Call Duffy at 942-5628 for more details. The best viewing is from Whitcomb Bayou/Craig Park/Spring Bayou. Boats enter Spring Bayou around 8 pm.
Location: Whitcomb Bayou/Spring Bayou
Day & Time: Friday, December 12 at Approximately 8 pm
Fee: FREE

The Edge Effect – A Capella Christmas
2025-12-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
Kick of the Holiday Season with The Edge Effect as they bring their exceptional vocal talents to the stage in a festive holiday performance like no other. Featuring a dynamic mix of holiday classics and modern pop hits, Acapella Christmas is perfect for all ages. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of Christmas with one of the most innovative and electrifying vocal groups on the scene today!

6th Annual Cartin’ Tarpon Christmas Golf Cart Parade
2025-12-20 18:00 - 22:00 | FL
Escorted by TSPD officers on volunteer time starting and ending at the Tarpon Springs Yacht Club. Premier sponsor is Advent Health North Pinellas. All proceeds 100% go to the TSPD Shop with a Cop Program. Cartin’ Tarpon is a registered 501(c)(3).

Double Vision – The Foreigner Experience
2025-12-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
Featuring top-tier rock musicians from New York City, Double Vision – The Foreigner Experience delivers a powerful, authentic tribute to Foreigner’s legendary sound. With precision, passion, and electrifying energy, they recreate the band’s greatest hits with remarkable accuracy. Get ready to sing, dance, and relive the magic of the ’70s and ’80s with classics like “Juke Box Hero,” “Hot Blooded,” “Cold As Ice,” “I Want to Know What Love Is,” “Double Vision,” “Urgent,” “Head Games,” “Feels Like the First Time,” and many more!

Bee Gees Gold
2026-01-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
John Acosta as Barry Gibb channels the Bee Gees with striking accuracy and charisma. From the signature style to the iconic falsetto, you’ll think you’re seeing the real Barry on stage. Bee Gees Gold is a vibrant tribute that captures the energy, flair, and timeless appeal of the Bee Gees at their peak. Backed by a dynamic live band, the show authentically recreates the group’s distinctive sound from the ’60s through the disco era. Sing along to classics like “Massachusetts,” “I Started a Joke,” “Stayin’ Alive,” “You Should Be Dancing,” and more!

Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks Craft Festival
2026-01-10 10:00 - 2026-01-11 17:00 | Sponge Docks, 750 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
🎨 Tarpon Springs Sponge Dock Craft Festival – Winter Edition
Presented by SIK Promotions, Inc. and Tarpon Springs Florida USA
📍 Dodecanese Blvd., Tarpon Springs, FL
📅 Saturday, January 10th, 2026 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.| Sunday, January 11th, 2026, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Kick off the new year with creativity, color, and coastal charm at the Tarpon Springs Sponge Dock Craft Festival! Stroll the historic Sponge Docks and explore a vibrant open-air marketplace filled with handcrafted art, jewelry, home décor, fine crafts, and unique gifts made by talented artisans from across the region. Enjoy the beautiful winter weather as you shop local, dine at Tarpon’s famous waterfront restaurants, and experience one of Florida’s most beloved cultural destinations. It’s the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind treasures and support small businesses as we head into 2026!
💥 FREE Admission | Family-Friendly | Pet-Friendly 💥
Come for the art, stay for the charm — and make a day of it at the Sponge Docks!

Perfect Wedding
2026-01-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-17 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-18 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-23 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-24 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Tarpon Springs Cultural Center, 101 S. Pinellas Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689
On the morning of his wedding, a groom wakes up with no memory of the woman in his bed. What follows is a whirlwind of mistaken identities, cover-ups, and increasingly absurd scenarios. As the best man, chambermaid, bride, and her parents get pulled into the chaos, hilarity ensues. This community theater production of Perfect Wedding combines clever dialogue and madcap pacing for a laugh-out-loud experience that will keep audiences guessing to the very end.
Directed by Jamie Bierchen

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration Parade & March
2026-01-17 08:00 - 13:00 | Levis Ave and Lemon Ave., Tarpon Springs, FL
Join us for the 32nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration, Parade & March on Saturday, January 17, 2026.

The Highwaymen Show
2026-01-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
The Highwaymen pays tribute to the great American Outlaws of Country Music – Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson – arguably the greatest country music supergroup to have ever graced the stage with each artist representing their own special brand of country. The Highwaymen Show covers all of their greatest hits including “Highwayman,” “Mama Don’t Let Your Babies Grow up to be Cowboys,” “Always on My Mind,” “Me and Bobby McGee” and more. The entire show will feel like an encore!

The Brit Pack
2026-01-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
Take a musical journey through the best of the British Invasion with The Brit Pack. Featuring top UK musicians based in New York, this show celebrates classic hits by The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Queen, Elton John, Oasis, and more. With their remarkable musicianship and charismatic stage presence, The Brit Pack brings each era to life. Whether you grew up with these iconic sounds or discovered them later, this concert delivers timeless rock at its finest.

Tarpon Talks – Tampa Bay History Center
2026-01-27 14:00 - 15:30 | Heritage Museum, 100 Beekman Lane, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
Fred Hearns, Curator of Black History at the Tampa Bay History Center, presents an enlightening talk on the development of Tampa’s first Black History Museum, set to open in 2027 in the historic St. James Episcopal Church. Learn how this long-overdue cultural landmark is taking shape in the heart of the Encore District. Hearns will also reflect on the legacy of the former African American Museum of Art (1991–1998) and share his personal experiences growing up in Tampa during key moments in the city’s Black cultural history.

Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook
2026-01-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
Celebrate the legendary Carole King with Suzanne O. Davis and her talented band in this unforgettable musical tribute. Recreating the warmth and energy of a live Carole King concert, Davis delivers beloved hits from Tapestry and beyond, including songs co-written with Gerry Goffin for artists like Aretha Franklin and The Beatles. From “It’s Too Late” to “You’ve Got a Friend,” this performance captures the timeless charm of one of music’s most influential voices.

Needlecraft
2026-02-02 18:00 - 19:45 | Tarpon Springs Library, 138 E. Lemon Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
Needlecrafters meet to knit, crochet, embroider, and quilt. Beginners are welcome. Come learn a new skill! Group meets the 1st Monday of every month.

Beginners Ukulele Workshop
2026-02-04 18:30 - 19:45, 2026-02-11 18:30 - 19:45 | Tarpon Springs Library, 138 E. Lemon Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
Learn how to hold, tune, strum, and play a few chords.
Limited amounts of instruments will be available at the workshops. Please bring your own ukulele or check one out at the library. Ukulele kits are available for checkout at the Tarpon Springs Public Library as well as many other PPLC member libraries. Program is presented by Tampa Bay Ukulele Society (TBUS).
Registration is required. Please register at tarponlibrary.org/ukulele

First Friday in Historic Downtown Tarpon Springs
2026-02-06 18:00 - 22:00 | FL
A free family event held the 1st Friday of the month – featuring Art, Food, Vendors, Shops, Music, and Beer & wine, with a fun theme every month! Historic Downtown Tarpon Springs
Free Parking & Shuttle at the Dog/Splash Park at 508 Live Oak St. (5:30 pm – 10:30 pm)

Where: 100 E. Tarpon Ave.
Time: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Organizer: Tarpon Springs Merchants Association

February 6 Valentine’s Day
March 6 St. Patrick’s Day
April 3 Doggie Palooza
May 1 Reggae Night
June 5 Summer Fun
July 3 Red, White & Blue
August 7 Greatest Hits
September 4 Western
October 2 Ghouls & Goblins
November 6 All That Jazz

The Sixties Show
2026-02-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
Step back in time with The Sixties Show—a high-energy journey through one of the most influential decades in music. Performed with vintage instruments and authentic flair, this show features hits from The Beatles, The Doors, The Byrds, and more. Complete with mod attire and multimedia elements, the experience brings the spirit of the 1960s to life. From protest anthems to psychedelic rock, it’s a celebration of a revolutionary musical era.

Genealogy Research Group
2026-02-09 18:30 - 19:45 | Tarpon Springs Library, 138 E. Lemon Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
Topic- Tracking the Trail: Developing Effective Research Habits
Learn to track your findings in a way that works for your unique research style.
For more information, call Denise at call (727) 943-4922, ext. 6021

Sunset Beach Concert Series
2026-02-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Sunset Beach, 1800 Gulf Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
The 2026 Sunset Beach Concert Series is brought to you by the City of Tarpon Springs & AdventHealth North Pinellas. Concerts are on the first Thursday of the month (February through November) and start at 7 pm. In the event of inclement weather and the concert is canceled before the start time, the concert will be held the following Thursday.

Concessions are available for purchase. Alcohol and pets are prohibited. Parking is limited onsite, so a free courtesy shuttle will deliver concertgoers to and from the beach and Tarpon Springs High School. FREE!!
February 12: Mad with Power
March 5: Oysterbone
April 2: TSHS Jazz Band
May 7: Double Treble Band
June 4: Rusty Ole PHLockers
July 2: The Guilty Pleasure
August 6: Retro Vibe
September 3: Ultra Vinyl
October 1: Loveloaf
November 5: The 727s
