River of Lights
- Presented By: Pirate Water Taxi - Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park (#12 Stop)
- Dates: November 20, 2026, November 21, 2026, November 22, 2026, November 23, 2026, November 24, 2026, November 25, 2026, November 27, 2026, November 28, 2026, November 29, 2026, December 3, 2026, December 4, 2026, December 5, 2026, December 6, 2026, December 10, 2026, December 11, 2026, December 12, 2026, December 13, 2026, December 17, 2026, December 18, 2026, December 20, 2026, December 21, 2026, December 22, 2026, December 23, 2026, December 24, 2026, December 26, 2026, December 27, 2026, December 28, 2026, December 29, 2026, December 30, 2026, December 31, 2026, January 1, 2027, January 2, 2027, January 3, 2027
- Time: 5:15 PM - 8:15 PM
- 📍Pirate Water Taxi - Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park (#12 Stop)
Hop aboard the Pirate Water Taxi for a magical River of Lights Cruise, now departing from the Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park (Stop #12). This unforgettable holiday journey will take you along the Hillsborough River to experience Tampa’s twinkling lights and waterfront décor from the best seat in the city.
Our family-friendly cruises with departures starting at 5:15 PM, 6:15 PM, 7:15 PM, and 8:15 PM feature holiday sing-alongs (complete with snow flurries during “Let It Snow”), cheerful surprises, and plenty of festive fun. Kids can write a letter to Santa and send it through Tampa’s only floating mail buoy, plus enjoy a special visit to the Elf on a Barge, where every child receives a holiday surprise.
For the late-night crowd, we’re bringing back River of Lights Happy Hour Cruise departing at 9:15 PM. This adult-focused experience includes one complimentary beverage, exclusive happy hour specials, and a 45-minute ride filled with holiday cheer. Your holiday-loving tour guide – our mischievous “Holiday Elf” – will hop aboard to point out the lights and keep the fun going.
With dazzling views, magical moments, and photo ops galore, River of Lights is a Tampa holiday tradition you don’t want to miss!