Best cities for celebrating Christmas without breaking the bank

A new WalletHub analysis identifies the most Christmas-friendly cities in the U.S., evaluating the 100 largest cities on 28 factors.

Cypress Woods Elementary School carries on tradition of the Giving Tree Campaign

One elementary school in Pinellas County is helping bring Christmas to almost 100 children this year.  Cypress Woods Elementary School is carrying on its tradition of its Giving Tree Campaign.

Land O’ Lakes family transforms home into immersive North Pole experience for third year

When the sun goes down in Land O’ Lakes, the Mueller family’s home transforms into a full-scale North Pole, complete with gingerbread cottages, Santa’s Village, a post office, cinema, and even a scavenger hunt that begins in “Peppermint Park."

Hanukkah 2025: When is it and how is it celebrated?

Many people in the states celebrate Hanukkah with lighting a menorah and eating oily foods like doughnuts and potato latkes.

South St. Pete nonprofit brings Christmas joy to 156 underprivileged children with personalized gifts

Front Porch Community Development is spreading holiday cheer to families in south St. Petersburg by providing Christmas gifts to children whose families are struggling to make ends meet.

'Flight to the North Pole' enters 40th year supporting children facing the hardest medical conditions

It's a long-standing tradition in Manatee County. Each year, 'Flight to the North Pole' gives children facing some of the most difficult medical situations, a day away for them and their families. 

Buff City Soap in Tampa offers handmade gift options for holiday shoppers

Nothing says the holidays like giving something that smells — and feels — wonderful. Buff City Soap’s Midtown Tampa Makery turns everyday bath time into a seasonal treat, with shelves full of colorful bars, bath bombs and gift sets made right in the store.

Salvation Army Angel Tree looking for donations to help Pinellas County children

The Salvation Army is making a final push this week to ensure every child and senior enrolled in its Angel Tree and Silver Bells programs receives holiday gifts. 

Benchmark Arena becomes Santa's workshop as volunteers assemble 1,000 bikes

Benchmark International Arena looked more like Santa’s workshop Tuesday as hundreds of volunteers packed the space for OnBikes’ annual "Santa’s Bike Shop."

The best New Year’s Eve city might surprise you—it's not New York or Las Vegas

A new WalletHub analysis finds that travelers seeking a festive but affordable New Year’s Eve celebration have strong alternatives to pricey hotspots like Times Square.