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Dec. 4, 2025
Deck The Halls! Clearwater Rings in the Holiday Season With Many Festivities
 The city of Clearwater is getting ready for the most wonderful time of the year. From holiday performances, recreation center celebrations, markets and more, Clearwater is decking the halls and spreading holiday magic throughout the city.
These Holiday Events Are Happening This Week
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North Greenwood Winter Holiday Social, Dec. 5, 5 p.m., North Greenwood Recreation Center
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Reindeer Lane, Dec. 6 ,9:30 a.m., Countryside Recreation Center
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Holiday Nature Crafts at Moccasin Lake, Dec. 6, 11 a.m., Moccasin Lake Nature Park
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Music of the Holidays with the Florida Suncoast Chorus, Dec. 6, 2-3 p.m., Countryside Library
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A Whoville Holiday at The BayCare Sound, Dec. 7, 4 p.m., 255 Drew St.
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Holiday Bubble Time with Frosty the Snowman, Dec. 8, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Countryside Library
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Twelve Days of Christmas Making Spirits Bright Parade, Dec. 9, 4 p.m., Clearwater Beach
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Upcoming Events
Mama Duck Will Come to Coachman Park
 The World's Largest Rubber Duck is coming to Coachman Park from Jan. 9 to 26. A variety of events are set throughout the month to accompany Mama Duck. Her duckling named Timmy, a 10-foot-tall inflatable duck as seen above, has already made his debut in Clearwater and can be found at various locations throughout Clearwater.
Celebrate the Season at the 1st Friday Lunchtime Market
Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cleveland Street
The 1st Friday Lunchtime Market returns Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the 400 to 500 blocks of Cleveland Street. Enjoy local vendors, lunch specials, raffles and plenty of holiday shopping. This month’s market features Santa, live music and adoptable puppies, a festive way to spend your lunch break and support downtown Clearwater.
Sunsets on the Roof: Rooftop Views on Dec. 9
 Enjoy a scenic view of Clearwater Harbor during Sunsets on the Roof at the Main Library. The next event is Dec. 9 at 5 p.m. Meet at the Fourth Floor Heritage Studio, where staff will escort attendees to the rooftop terrace. It’s a simple, free way to unwind and take in a beautiful sunset. The Main Library is located at 100 N. Osceola Ave.
Other Upcoming Events
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North Greenwood Take & Make Kit: Ugly Sweater Ornament, Dec. 1-8, North Greenwood Library
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Mahjong At Main, Dec. 5, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Main Library
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Friday Night Friendzy, Dec. 5, 6 p.m., Morningside Recreation Center
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Posada Party @ Señor Bubbles, Dec. 6, 2-4 p.m., 1408 Cleveland St.
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Santa's Holly Jolly Block Party, Dec. 12, 5 p.m., Ross Norton Recreation Center
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Ho Ho Holiday Party and Hayride, Dec. 12, 5:30 p.m., Morningside Recreation Center
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Pinellas County Household Hazardous Waste Dropoff Event, Dec. 13, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Household Hazardous Waste North Site, 29582 U.S. 19 N.
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The Market Marie, Dec. 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Coachman Park
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Holiday Drop-and-Shop Childcare Event, Dec. 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Countryside Recreation Center
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A Victorian Christmas Concert, Dec. 13, 3 p.m., Moccasin Lake Nature Park
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Annual Posada Party, Dec. 13, 2 to 3:30 p.m., East Community Library at SPC
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Christmas Storytime with Santa, Dec. 16, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Main Library
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Upcoming Public Meetings
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City Council Meeting, Dec. 4, 6 p.m.
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Marine Advisory Board, Dec. 10, 8 a.m.
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Community Development Board Meeting, Dec. 16, 1 p.m.
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Municipal Code Enforcement Board Meeting, Dec. 17, 1:30 p.m.
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City Council Work Session, Jan. 12, 1:30 p.m.
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City Council Meeting, Jan. 15, 6 p.m.
City meetings are typically held in city council chambers at the Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., unless otherwise noted. Stream on the city's Facebook page or the city's YouTube channel, or watch live on C-View TV Spectrum Channel 638, Frontier Channel 30 and WOW! Channel 15.
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Water Restrictions are Extended: Residents Should Conserve Water
 The Southwest Florida Water Management District has issued a modified Stage 1 Water Shortage for Pinellas County. Effective Dec. 1, Clearwater Public Utilities water customers can water their lawns one day per week from all sources (except reclaimed water, which can be used any day).
- Wednesday - Even-numbered addresses (or A-M)
- Thursday - Odd-numbered addresses (or N-Z), or mixed or no street address
Watering is not allowed between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on any day from any source. We urge everyone to reduce wasteful and unnecessary water use amid continuous drought conditions.
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Utility Customer Service Closes Early Dec. 19
 The city's Utility Customer Service Department will be closing all customer-facing, bill-payment operations at 2:30 p.m. Dec. 19. This includes phone lines, lobby and in-person payment services. Several city services will continue to be available online. Regular business hours resume Dec. 22.
Planning and Development Closes Early Dec. 10
The city of Clearwater's Planning and Development Department will close at 2 p.m. on Dec. 10. Regular business hours will resume on Dec. 11. While the department is closed, all online services and forms will still be available on the website.
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Dec. 15 is Deadline to Apply for Nagano Student Exchange Program
 We’re now accepting applications from high school students who reside in Clearwater and are interested in the annual student exchange trip with our sister city of Nagano, Japan.
Four scholarships are available to Clearwater residents (regardless of which high school they attend). Selected students will stay with host families in Nagano, attend a Japanese high school, and participate in cultural activities. The deadline to apply is 9 p.m. Dec. 15.
Ride the Coachman Park Ferris Wheel
 Enjoy a ride on the new Ferris wheel at Coachman Park. The hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. The ride costs $8 per person, and the attraction is operated by an independent contractor. Coachman Park is located at 300 Cleveland St. in downtown Clearwater.
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Municipal Electric Utility Study
 Clearwater provides natural gas, water, sewer, stormwater, and solid waste services to its residents. Duke Energy has provided electric service since 2012. The city has contracted with NewGen Strategies and Solutions to study the feasibility of Clearwater distributing electricity directly to its citizens and businesses. Almost three dozen cities in Florida already provide electricity to their constituents. The most recent city in Florida to municipalize was Winter Park. Check out our website to learn more about where we are in the process.
Property Tax Information Dashboard
 Clearwater has launched a municipal Property Tax Information Dashboard designed to help residents understand how the city’s share of their property taxes is determined, allocated, and used to support essential services. The dashboard provides residents with easy-to-read visuals and detailed breakdowns of the property tax process—from how property values are assessed, to how tax revenues are distributed across city departments.
As one of several taxing authorities, the city receives only a portion of the total property tax bill. The Property Tax Calculator, which allows property owners to enter information from their own property tax bill, shows residents how their contributions support city services such as public safety, parks and recreation, street maintenance, libraries, and other services.
“Our city is guided by the strategic values of transparency, trust and integrity,” said City Manager Jennifer Poirrier. “This dashboard gives residents direct insight into how their tax dollars are used and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to providing clear, accessible information about city operations and finances.”
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Make Handmade Holiday Gifts at the Woodworking Studio
The Clearwater Main Library offers an open Woodworking Studio each Monday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can work on personal projects, explore hand-tool demonstrations, and learn basic woodworking techniques. Registration is not required. This drop-in program is a great opportunity to create unique, handmade holiday gifts.
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Holiday Lighted Boat Parade Returns to Clearwater for Its 51st Year
 Clearwater’s 51st Annual Holiday Lighted Boat Parade returns Dec. 13 at 6:30 p.m. Brightly decorated vessels will travel from the Mandalay Channel Bridge through Island Estates, past Coachman Park, and along the Memorial Causeway before concluding at the Clearwater Yacht Club for judging.
Participation is free, and all boaters are invited to join the festive waterfront tradition. Prizes will be awarded in multiple categories.
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Save the Date! Clearwater Sea-Blues Festival
Feb. 28 and March 1
 Clearwater Sea-Blues Festival 2026 is set for Feb. 28 and March 1, 2026. Join us at Coachman Park for two days of smooth blues and some of the best local seafood around. This event is free to the public with the opportunity to purchase Captain's Krewe elevated experience packages.
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