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18 days to go! 📣 our santa’s grand arrival parade is almost here and we can’t wait to celebrate with you. get ready for our biggest and brightest holiday kickoff yet.
we’ve got a sleigh-full of festive fun planned, starting at 3pm with a kids’ zone on the green, followed by live music, strolling characters and giveaways leading up to main event at 6pm. then, stick around to rock around the christmas tree at our free after-party concert starting around 8pm.
sleigh over to the link in our bio for all the merry details.
we’ve been planning a holiday surprise for you… and it’s time to unwrap it! 🎁🎄
get ready to rock around the christmas tree with multi-platinum country artist and songwriter @nikomoon! 🤠🎤 join us november 14 for santa’s grand arrival parade, then stick around after the fireworks for the ultimate after-party concert with this nashville-based star.
📅 saturday, november 14
📍 main stage on n. cattlemen road
⏰ 90-min show starts around 8pm
rock on over to the link in our bio for the full schedule.
we're falling for our newest mural! 🍂🎨 created by artist @sarasalemartsy, this colorful “florida portal” brings a little extra sunshine to the west district. stop by, step inside and soak up the florida fall vibes before the season changes.
some of our fav pumpkin patch moments🎃🧡
don’t miss your chance to pick your perfect pumpkin this weekend while supporting @nateshonoranimalrescue. the patch closes for the season on sunday at 5pm.
oh, look. another glorious movie night!🧹 join us this friday, october 23, for a free showing of the '90s original hocus pocus.
meet us on the green starting at 7pm for pre-show fun, including face painting, on-site concessions and a visit from the sanderson sisters. showtime begins after sunset, around 8pm.
all treats, no tricks this season 🍂☕️
your new fall favorites have arrived at @eatnakedfarmer
it’s spooky season at utc👻🎃 trick-or-treat yourself to some halloween fun happening all around the district.
more details at link in bio.
the countdown is on! 🎅🎄
we’re officially unwrapping the season on saturday, november 14, with santa’s grand arrival parade! join us along north cattlemen road for a merry celebration featuring giant balloons, fabulous floats, marching bands, dance troupes, fireworks and a special appearance by the jolly man in red himself. ✨
mark your calendars for a holly jolly night at utc. don’t miss a single jingle & head to the link in our bio for more details.
when the sun goes down and the moon comes up, it’s time for utc night market! 🌝 the fall night market returns to the green on thursday, october 15 from 6:30 - 9:30pm.
savor the season with festive sips, live music, and dozens of local vendors with autumn-themed finds.
while you’re out, be sure to pick out the perfect pumpkin at the patch, benefiting @nateshonoranimalrescue 🎃
no fall leaves, just fall vibes 🍂🍁
meet us at the pumpkin patch 🎃 presented by @detwilersmarket, the patch is back on the green this friday, oct. 9 through oct. 25.
find your perfect pumpkin and support a great cause. 🐾❤️ every purchase benefits @nateshonoranimalrescue
two pianos, one stage, zero shortage of sing-along favs. 🎹 grab your crew and join us for dueling pianos on the green.
📅 friday, october 9
⏰ 6:30 - 9:30pm
📍 the green at utc
it’s howl-o-ween season at utc 🐾🎃 wag your way to the green for barks & boos on tuesday, october 13 from 6–8 pm to benefit @nateshonoranimalrescue. there's live music and brew samples for you, and a pet costume contest for your dog with prizes for the cutest, spookiest and most creative. 🏆🐶
don’t forget your leash and your camera! 📸
consider this your invite to fall fun on the green 🍂🎃
🧡 pumpkin patch presented by @detwilersmarket benefiting @nateshonoranimalrecue
october 9 – 25 | mon–fri 3pm-6pm, sat 10am-6pm, sun 12pm-5pm
🐶 barks & boos pet costume contest
october 13 | 6pm
📚 storytime with fairy godmother
october 14 | 10am
🌙 fall night market
october 15 | 6:30pm
🕺 halloween dance party
october 22 | 7pm
🎥 movies under the stars: hocus pocus
october 23 | 8pm
🔗 see what’s happening all month at the link in our bio.
get ready to rock, utc 🎸 rocktoberfest is happening tomorrow night from 6 - 9pm. meet us on the green to grab your all-access pass, then hop on the trolley and rock around the district all night long.
rocketoberfest is hosted in partnership with @iheartradio to benefit @suncoastcharitiesforchildren
your october plans just dropped 🎃🍂
swipe for everything happening at UTC this month + save this post so you don’t miss a thing. ✨
what it looks like to say yes to @nofilterband 🤩🎸 see you at live on the green tomorrow, october 1 starting at 6:30pm!
the heat is on, utc friends. 🔥@bodyhotpilates is now open in the west district.
50 minutes, 95 degrees, one seriously good sweat sesh. come meet your new favorite workout.
it's official 👀 @eathawkers is coming soon to the west district at utc.
inspired by open-air markets across Asia, get ready for bold flavors, shareable plates and big energy.🍜✨