A place to celebrate the meaning in the melodies of Christmas.
A Long-Loved Christmas Tradition in Tampa Bay
It's the most wonderful time of the year again at Idlewild! Tickets are on sale for Melodies of Christmas, so take a moment now to reserve your seats. Featuring the choir and orchestra of Idlewild, plus the student and kids worship choirs and an awe-inspiring kings processional, the Idlewild Christmas presentation has been a beloved holiday tradition for more than 30 years. Make it part of your family's Christmas memories this year and enjoy a heartwarming story with incredible music.
Beautiful music. A heartwarming story. The meaning of Christmas.
One Weekend Only
Pick your day, reserve your seats, and mark your calendar — we'll see you there.
Opening Night
Be the first to hear it. Kick off the Christmas season with the choir, orchestra and kids' choirs on stage together.
Reserve seats →Matinee & Evening
Two performances in one day. The 4 PM matinee is a favorite for families with little ones and for out-of-town guests.
Reserve seats →Final Performance
The closing night of the weekend — bring a friend who has never experienced Christmas at Idlewild.
Reserve seats →Run time is about 75 minutes · All seats are reserved · Tickets $10, $15 or $20 by section
Music, Story & Wonder
For more than 30 years, Idlewild's annual Broadway-style drama and musical production has welcomed the Christmas season and warmed hearts across Tampa Bay.
This year's presentation brings together the choir and orchestra of Idlewild, the student and kids worship choirs, and an awe-inspiring kings processional — all woven into a heartwarming story that points to the meaning behind the melodies.
Music & Story
Beautiful Christmas music woven into a heartwarming story, performed by Idlewild's choir, orchestra and kids' choirs.
A Magical Arrival
Twinkling, palm tree-lined paths lead you up to the entrance — the experience begins before you find your seat.
Holiday Café Open
Relax and enjoy the festive atmosphere with specialty holiday beverages and seasonal treats available for purchase before the presentation.
Family Photo Stations
Capture the night at Idlewild's giant Christmas tree — the biggest Christmas tree in Lutz, Florida.
Tickets Starting at $10
All seats are reserved and spots fill up fast. Reserve today for an affordable, unforgettable Christmas experience at Idlewild.
Questions or a special request? Call our ticket agents at 813-264-8707.
Wheelchair & companion seating is reserved by phone — leave a message and an agent will return your call within 24 hours.
A Glimpse of the Tradition
Hundreds of voices, a full orchestra, and a story told with heart — here's a look back at a past Idlewild Christmas presentation.
Know Before You Go
Getting to Idlewild is easy. Follow the signs onto campus and our parking team will guide you in — then let the twinkling path lead you to the doors.
18333 Exciting Idlewild Blvd, Lutz, FL 33548
Saturday, Dec 12 · 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 13 · 7:00 PM
★ Good to Know
- Seating. Every seat is reserved. Terrace & Balcony levels involve steps — please choose other sections if stairs are difficult.
- Accessibility. To reserve wheelchair and companion seats, leave a message at 813-264-8707 and a ticket agent will return your call within 24 hours.
- Little ones. Children are welcome to experience the joy of the presentation with you. At about 75 minutes, it's best enjoyed by ages 5 and up.
- Before the show. Seasonal beverages and treats are available for purchase in the café. Don't forget to take a family photo at Idlewild's giant Christmas tree.
- Arrive early. Give yourself time to park, walk the twinkling path, and find your seats before the music begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Right here on this page using any of the Reserve Your Seats buttons, or by calling our ticket agents at 813-264-8707. Tickets are $10, $15 or $20 depending on the seating section.
Yes. Wheelchair and companion seats are reserved by phone — leave a message at 813-264-8707 and a ticket agent will call you back within 24 hours. Please avoid Terrace & Balcony seating if stairs are difficult.
About 75 minutes.
All are welcome! Because of the run time, the presentation is best enjoyed by children ages 5 and up — and the holiday café before the show and the photo stations afterward are a hit with every age.
Parking is free. Follow the signs onto campus and our parking team will direct you to the right lot and entrance.
The Holiday Café is open before each presentation: Friday 5:30–7:00 PM, Saturday 2:30–7:00 PM, and Sunday 5:30–7:00 PM. Specialty holiday beverages and seasonal treats are available for purchase.
Please do! Melodies of Christmas is for the whole community — share this page, idlewild.org/christmas, with family, friends and neighbors.
Call 813-264-8707 and leave a message. One of our ticket agents will return your call within 24 hours.
The Celebration Doesn't End with the Show
Melodies of Christmas is one weekend — but the hope behind it is for every week of the year. We'd love to see you on a Sunday morning: worship services at 9:15 and 11:00 AM on the same campus, with groups for every age.
See You There!
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