Do the Victorian Christmas Stroll at Historic Plant Hall (Tampa Bay Hotel/ UT)

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Join us for a look at Christmas in the Victorian and Gilded Age of America.

Tampa’s favorite holiday tradition returns with the 41st Annual Victorian Christmas Stroll! What started as a small, three-evening event has grown over the past four decades into a month of extravagance and grandeur. Allowing visitors a glimpse into the magic of Christmas past, this holiday experience is wonderful way to celebrate all the season has to offer.

With a variety of delightful themes and displays in each exhibit room, the 41st Annual Victorian Christmas Stroll is sure to be a hit. Look closely in exhibit cases and you will find snow babies and tiny antique trees. Gaze in wonder at a 14’ tree bedecked in antique ornaments. Decorations include visitor favorites from years past as well as new marvels that are sure to amaze and enthrall.

The Victorian Christmas Stroll celebrates the warmth and spirit of an old fashioned holiday, while encouraging a sense of community. Complimentary cider and cookies will be served on the veranda each day while holiday music floats through the air. Guests can enjoy live music most days. The Museum Store is a treasure trove of unique gifts, including elegant jewelry, artwork and beautiful holiday accessories. Enjoy shopping in a Victorian atmosphere.

Proceeds from the Victorian Christmas Stroll fund museum restoration and preservation projects, as well as educational programming.

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Visitors can enjoy an early and less crowded view of decorations between November 19 – 30. The full Victorian Christmas Stroll experience will be available December 1 – December 23 from 10 am – 8 pm daily (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day).

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Admissions:
Adults - $18
Seniors - $16
Youth - $12
Last tickets sold 30 minutes before closing.

Tickets can be purchased on line: https://www.plantmuseum.com/events/victorian-christmas-stroll

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Parking is available immediately in front of the Museum. If all these spots are full, there is a free parking garage, the Thomas Parking Garage, that is about a 5 minute walk through the University of Tampa campus.

Handicapped Parking: Designated spaces are located next to ramps at the north end of Plant Hall and at the back of the building for visitors with disabilities.

Please join us for an optional lunch after the stroll at one of the local restaurants in the area.

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