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new year, fresh fun ✨
2025, you were good to us✨ thank you for being a part of it all. stay tuned, there’s some much more to come in 2026.
read all the highlights of the year on our blog, 🔗 in bio
got little ones with early bedtimes? ring in 2026 early at utc’s new year’s eve on the green on dec. 31 from 7–9 pm🌟
enjoy an evening of family-friendly fun featuring:
🫧 bubble show with @spheresbubbleshow
🎶 a dj spinning throughout the evening
🎨 face painting
🥂 food and drinks
📸 photo ops
🎆 countdown to a 9 pm fireworks show (the last show of the season!)
this free event takes place on the green at utc, located near rocco’s tacos.
the festivities aren’t over yet🤩join us saturday, dec. 27 from 7 to 10 pm for utc holiday soul, presented in partnership with @iam_gbm and @thesaacc. enjoy a soulful celebration featuring:
🎤live performances by tampa bay’s hottest artists
🎶 holiday beats by dj bassgod
🥂drinks from @georgiesutc
🍰 sweet treats
🛍️ local vendors
🎟️ raffles + prizes
✨ plus so much more!
📍 the green at utc, near @roccostacos
we hope you made the nice list 🎁✨ wishing you the merriest day, utc friends💙
the cupcakes that stole christmas🎄
running out of time to bake? @sarasota_cupcakes has festive, limited-time treats ready to save the day. 🧁
christmas eve hours: 10 am–6 pm | atm open 24/7 ✨
sleigh the holidays 🐴🎄
we’re spreading extra cheer with extended hours for horse-drawn carriage rides ✨enjoy a magical ride under the lights every night this week from 6–10 pm (except christmas day).
🎟️ $12 per person | first come, first served
📍 check in at the stable on cattlemen road
the cold never bothered us anyway ❄️ come chill with us at the rink at utc presented by @tblightning and reserve your skate time for these special themed nights. 💙⛸️
🐮friday, dec. 19 | 6:30-8:30 pm
chick-fil-a night
cow appearances, cookies, kids meal coupons, oh my!
☃️saturday, dec. 20 | 6:30–8:30 pm
skate with elsa & anna
a magical night on the ice with everyone’s favorite sisters
🎄monday, dec. 22 | 7–9 pm
ugly sweater party with @iheartradio
wear an ugly sweater for 20% off, first 105 skaters receive a gift, plus giveaways every 30 minutes
skate to the link in bio to get your tickets✨
your early christmas present has arrived 🎁 @mamagsbakeries is now open and serving delicious german baked goods handcrafted from mama g’s family recipes. stop by and try their delicious croissants, strudels, fresh-baked breads, coffee and more ✨
📍the shoppes at utc, near anna’s deli
shopping in a winter wonderland✨🎁 join us for the utc holiday night market this thursday, dec. 18 from 6:30-9:30pm. shop 30+ local vendors for unique, last-minute gifts for everyone on your list, while enjoying festive treats, live music by @keithjamesmusic and free photos with santa🎅
📍the green at utc, near @roccostacos
looking for a last-minute gift that guarantees applause? 🎁 give the gift of a live performance at the @vanwezelpah, featuring Broadway favorites like Some Like It Hot, MJ, A Beautiful Noise and Mrs. Doubtfire.
visit vanwezel.org to purchase tickets today✨
📸: mathew murphy
oh christmas tree(s) 🎄 our 6th annual festival of trees has popped up in the west district at utc next to menchie’s, open nightly from 6:30–9:00 pm through dec. 18.
don’t miss your chance to stroll through 30+ beautifully decorated trees by local charities, then visit the 🔗 in bio to vote for your favorites and bid in the online silent auction to take one home✨
the best way to spread christmas cheer is skating with us right here❄️✨ come skate with buddy and jovie tonight, dec. 12 from 6:30-8:30 pm at the rink at utc, presented by @tblightning ⛸️ skate to link in bio to reserve your skating tickets.
let’s celebrate hanukkah together 🕎✨ join us wednesday, dec. 17 from 6:30–8:30 pm as we light up the night with a free community event under the big top at utc, in partnership with @jfedsrq. enjoy live music by the acclaimed jewish a cappella group @six13sings, festive treats, fun photo ops and more holiday moments to share.
📍 wonderland utc big top
191 university town center drive, sarasota, fl 34243
winner🎁 @yvettekojic
✨10 days of holiday giveaways✨
on the 10th day of giveaways, @utcsarasota gave to me...the ultimate staycation for the entire family💙 for our final gift, one winner will recieve four tickets to the new @motemarinelab, four all-day passes to @popstroke, $100 gift card to @yardhouse, and a one-night stay at one of the three utc hotels.✨dine, play, stay - right here at utc.
to enter:
1. like this post
2. tag a friend
3. follow @utcsarasota
1 winner will be announced here on this post + in stories on dec 16. reminder: this is our only account and we will never ask for your financial information.
closed 💜 winners: @madysonwags , @mrswheeler44 , @day.davila2 & @taytayfrayfray ✨10 days of holiday giveaways ✨
on the 9th day of giveaways, utc gave to me…lights, music, and all the broadway energy. win two tickets to see a spectacular show at the @vanwezelpah, plus the glam to match with a $50 gift card to @thevenetiansarasota and a free blowout from @drybarshops_sarasotaatutc💅💜
choose from:
⭐ some like it hot: 1/21/26
⭐ mj: 2/3/26
⭐ a beautiful noise: 3/31/26
⭐ mrs. doubtfire: 4/14/26
to enter:
1. like this post
2. comment which show you'd like to see
3. tag who you’re taking to the show
4. follow @utcsarasota
4 winners will be announced here on this post + in stories on dec. 11. reminder: this is our only account and we will never ask for your financial information.
closed 🐶 winner: @nia_ale
✨10 days of holiday giveaways✨
on the 8th day of giveaways, utc gave to me…a howliday haul for your doggie🎶🐶today we're giving away a pawsome package for pups filled with treats, toys and a $50 gift card from @officialdogperfect, a @lillypulitzer dog collar, a $50 target gift card, and a $100 gift card to @oakandstone, one of our fav dog-friendly dining spots at utc. 🐾
to enter:
1. like this post
2. tag a dog parent
3. follow @utcsarasota
1 winner will be announced here on this post + in stories on dec. 10. winner must be local to pick up their prize at utc. reminder: this is our only account and we will never ask for your financial information.
closed🍫 winners: @stephenkercher & @feedmecharlotte
✨ 10 days of holiday giveaways ✨
on the 7th day of giveaways, utc gave to me... a box of delicious goodies🎶 today we're sweetening your season with a festive gift box filled with holiday treats from @normanloveconfections and @traderjoes, a voucher for a dozen @sarasota_cupcakes, a bûche de noël cake from @mademoiselleparis.utc, plus $25 gift cards to @jenisicecreams and @crumbl 🍨🍪
to enter:
1. like this post
2. tag someone sweet
3. follow @utcsarasota
1 winner will be announced here on this post + in stories on dec. 9. winner must be local to pick up their prize at utc. reminder: this is our only account and we will never ask for your financial information.
closed ✨ winner: @nicolevioletgibson
✨10 days of holiday giveaways✨
on the 6th day of giveaways, utc gave to me…a holly jolly fitmas shopping spree🎶get ready to gear up with $300 in gift cards to @vuori, @alo and @lululemon, plus a brumate water bottle, lululemon belt bag, and alo magnesium reset spray 👏
to enter:
1. like this post
2. tag your workout buddy
3. follow @utcsarasota
1 winner will be announced here on this post + in stories on dec. 8. reminder: this is our only account and we will never ask for your financial information.
🏒closed🏒winner: @cassieafisher
✨10 days of holiday giveaways ✨
on the 5th day of giveaways, utc gave to me…a game night that's pure ⚡energy. thanks to our friends and ice rink sponsor @tblightning, one lucky winner will score an autographed mini hockey stick & pair of tickets to see the bolts take on the nashville predators at the benchmark international arena in tampa on sunday, march 29 at 5 pm. 🏒
to enter:
1. like this post
2. tag a bolts fan
3. follow @utcsarasota
1 winner will be announced here on this post + in stories on dec. 6. reminder: this is our only account and we will never ask for your financial information.