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Today in Tampa Bay – December 2025

Tampa holiday attractions and festive activities for December visitors

December in Tampa Bay brings twinkling lights, waterfront celebrations, family-friendly festivals, and all the holiday charm you could ask for. Whether you’re here for a short-term stay, relocating, traveling for work, or hosting visiting family, Ready Stays keeps you close to all the magic of the season. Here’s what’s happening around town this month:

 

Santa Fest & Christmas Tree Lighting — December 6

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park

Kick off the season in downtown Tampa with Santa Fest — a family favorite featuring a lively parade, kids’ activities, music, and plenty of holiday cheer. Stick around after sunset for the official Tampa Tree Lighting Ceremony, when the city’s towering Christmas tree glows to life against the riverfront skyline.

This celebration is a perfect start to December, whether you’re new to the area or enjoying the holidays from your Ready Stays home.

 

Tampa Riverwalk Holiday Lighted Boat Parade — December 20

Hillsborough River & Tampa Riverwalk

One of Tampa’s most dazzling traditions returns on December 20: the Holiday Lighted Boat Parade. Watch sailboats, yachts, paddle boards, and more cruise down the Hillsborough River decked out in lights, music, and festive décor.

Grab a spot anywhere along the Riverwalk , Armature Works, Curtis Hixon Park, or Sparkman Wharf , for a sparkling waterfront show that truly feels like Tampa Bay.

Seasonal December celebrations across Tampa Bay with lights and waterfront shows

Holiday Riverfest — December 20

Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park

Also happening on December 20 is Holiday Riverfest, a full evening of festive entertainment at Julian B. Lane Park. Enjoy live performances, local food vendors, holiday treats, and cheerful activities for the whole family.

With the river as its backdrop and holiday music filling the air, Riverfest is a great way to spend a December night, especially if you’re staying nearby in one of Ready Stays’ fully furnished rentals.

 

Tampa Bay December holiday events including parades, lights, and festivals

Tampa Bay Festival of Lights & Santa’s Village — Through December 28

Hillsborough County Fairgrounds

Running all month long, the Tampa Bay Festival of Lights is one of the region’s brightest traditions. Drive through millions of shimmering lights, animated displays, tunnels, and themed scenes before stopping by Santa’s Village for rides, treats, shops, and photos with Santa.

This is an ideal outing for families, visiting relatives, or anyone wanting to experience a little holiday magic during their stay.

 

Why December Is a Great Month to Stay With Ready Stays

  • Close to the Riverwalk, major parks, and Tampa’s biggest seasonal events

  • Flexible terms perfect for holiday travel, relocations, or temporary stays

  • Fully furnished and move-in ready, just bring your holiday spirit

  • Ideal for hosting visiting loved ones without squeezing into one home

 

Celebrate the Holidays the Tampa Bay Way, Stay With Ready Stays

Make December magical with comfort, convenience, and a place that truly feels like home.
 Call Ready Stays today at (813) 551-1500 or
 Book your December stay now at ReadyStays.com

Let Ready Stays be your home for the holidays!

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Steve Edbril
Sad to be parting company (although temporarily) with Ready Stays the worlds best organization and business geared for traveling professionals who need modern, affordable high-quality, safe and very comfortable living situations for their traveling assignmentd..

After a miserable start with a another entity I found my way to Ready Stays about two months into my now almost 2 year gig in Tampa. The entire team was helpful from the onset as well as very very friendly very accessible and completely responsive to any need or any question I had.

Although I have a three month hiatus in my traveling professional work as I head onto my next journey in February there is no other organization and company that I will do business with other than Ready Stays, they are simply the best and unmatched in customer service and the quality of the units that they offer.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Steve, for all of the kind words! We're so happy to know our service was exceptional over the last 2 years! Thanks again for choosing Ready Stays! We look forward to working with you again in the future!
Justin Meek
Ready Stays has been a pleasure to work with over the past month. They have excellent communication and make the process very smooth coming from a Host. I hope we have the opportunity to work with them again in the future!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words, Justin. It’s wonderful to hear that you had such a positive experience and found our communication and process smooth. We've enjoyed working with you as well!
Carole Difede
We had a great stay in Tampa,..everything we needed was available and the support contact was so kind and very helpful! Would definitely recommend highly.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience, Carole. It’s wonderful to hear that you had everything you needed and found the support team to be kind and helpful. Your recommendation means a lot and we’re delighted you enjoyed your stay in Tampa.
Jazzmine Berry
We’ve been working with the Ready Stays team for a couple of months now, and it’s been a great experience from start to finish. Their professionalism and responsiveness make the process seamless. If you’re looking for short-term housing options, we highly recommend them. And if you get the chance to work with Brittlyn or anyone on their team, you won’t be disappointed!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the very kind review, Jazzmine! It's been a pleasure working with you as well :)
Randy French
First of all God gets the glory my insurance agent found a close in my renters insurance that allowed me to proceed the insurance adjuster granted ale permission to find me a place than ale got a hold of Wanda and ready stay and Wanda was right on it in 2 weeks I had a very nice almost new apartment with almost new and some things were brand new furnishings everything you needed from silverware to a bed and TV everyone was great
Response from the owner:Thank you for the very kind review, Randy!
Arty Elliott
Ready Stays was very easy to deal with, professional, courteous and followed thru on what they said they would do. Wanda Landin was great to work with and knowledgeable about the rental market.
In my business as a Property Manager it's important for me to be able to reach someone if there's an issue. Ready Stays made it convenient to get in touch with them if I needed to.
I look forward to working with them in the future.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Arty! We've enjoyed working with you and we appreciate your thoughtful review :)
Maria Brubaker
Ready stays was phenomenal to work with from the landlord side! They were extremely professional, made the leasing process seamless, and were very organized. They were very well versed in the furnished mid-term space which helped the process. The guest took great care of our home, and from start to finish it was a great experience. We would gladly partner together in the future, I would highly Ready Stays and their team!
Response from the owner:Thank you for this great review, Maria! We enjoyed working with you and appreciate your professionalism and communication throughout the process.
John Drake Santiago
Great places, great communication, great people… I recommend them a 200% in product and customer service. Thank you!!!!!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the glowing review, John! We enjoyed working with you, and we look forward to your future assignments.
Tenisha Cleaver
Tyler and his staff was prompt in communication response and providing me with lodging at the last minute notice. I would recommend Ready Stays to any travelers! Excellent customer service!
Response from the owner:Thanks Tenisha, it was great working with you!
Refik Gara
My Family and I had an amazing stay at Ready Stays, the location was fantastic everything was nearby. The apartment was spotless, and the beds were incredibly comfortable. rooms were spacious a living room area flanked by the 2 rooms on each side we felt right at home. if anyone wants a short or a long term stay the Ready Stays is for you, you wont regret it.
Response from the owner:Thanks, Refik! We enjoyed working with you during your stay!
Clarice Gara
I had an absolutely wonderful stay with Ready Stays. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by how clean and well-decorated the space was—every detail was thoughtfully arranged. The location was perfect, making it easy to explore the area and enjoy everything the neighborhood had to offer.

The real highlight, though, was the hospitality of Ready Stays. They were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to ensure I had everything I needed, offering helpful recommendations and assistance whenever required. Their warm and attentive approach truly made the experience special.

I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a comfortable, stylish, and welcoming place to stay.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the 5-star review, Clarice! It was a pleasure accommodating you and your family :)
kahrimon
I had a fantastic experience with ready stays furnished housing! From the first inquiry to move-in day, everything was handled with professionalism and care. The property was exactly as advertised—clean, well-maintained, and located in a great neighborhood. Communication was clear and timely, and the team went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable and had everything I needed. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality rental housing and exceptional service!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your very thoughtful, review! It was our pleasure accommodating you!
Wiktoria Mujoli
Perfect Stay — 5 Minutes from Tampa Airport!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about my stay here! From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and completely at home. The place was spotless, beautifully decorated, and had everything I needed for a comfortable and relaxing visit. Every detail was thoughtfully considered — from the cozy linens to the fully stocked kitchen and the peaceful atmosphere.

One of the best parts? The location! It’s only 5 minutes from Tampa International Airport, which made traveling so easy and stress-free. Plus, it’s close to all the top spots in Tampa — beaches, restaurants, shopping, and more — yet still peaceful and quiet.

The host was incredibly kind, responsive, and made sure I had everything I needed. You can tell they truly care about creating a great experience for their guests. I felt safe, relaxed, and honestly didn’t want to leave!

I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Tampa. Whether you’re here for a quick trip or a longer stay, you won’t be disappointed. I’ll definitely be coming back!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Wiktoria! We appreciate your kind review, and look forward to accommodating you and your family again in the future!
Stephanie Peters
I had the opportunity to work from home down in Tampa for about six weeks and used Ready Stays to help with finding me a place. They were an excellent service, they were attentive to any needs I had and they were super professional with all my interactions. Would highly recommend them.
Response from the owner:Thank you for this thoughtful review, Stephanie! It was a pleasure working with you. Hope to see you again soon!
Donita Beatty
Response from the owner:Thank you, Donita!
Jay Halloran
Ready Stays was a pleasure to work with. The unit was in great shape and clean. Would definitely work with them again
Response from the owner:It was a pleasure working with you as well, Jay. We're glad we could assist with your temporary housing needs.
Dee Sweatt
This company is so awesome! Great customer service & now I want to list my own home with them!
Response from the owner:We appreciate the 5-star review, Dee! It was a pleasure working with you :)
Sally Hill
Keyanna was wonderful to work with throughout my rental time. She was very helpful and responded quickly to my request.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sally. It's been a pleasure working with you. We appreciate the kind review.
lisa keeler
Tyler is fantastic. Very responsive and great support.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Lisa. It was great working with you!
Edie Reaves
Ready Stays was super easy to work with, great communicators and made the burden of last minute needs and/or executive housing super simple. Thank you.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the review, Edie! It was an absolute pleasure working with you :)
Brad Kent
Great experience. Way to move in and out.
Response from the owner:Thanks Brad! We appreciate the 5-star review and we're here for you anytime in the future!
Christine Ricketts
We worked with Tyler at Ready Stays on a short term rental for a client. The service we received was higher than anticipated. Tyler was so easy to work with, very responsive and made everything a breeze! Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Christine! It was a pleasure working with you and your team. Looking forward to the next one!
R F
Ready Stays helped us during one of our greatest times of need after being displaced by hurricane Milton. Stephanie was our initial line of communication to help us find a temporary home. She was kind, helpful, and efficient. The unit we stayed in was clean, updated, and had everything we needed. The location provided several amenities. Whenever I needed assistance with anything (i.e. locating a package, unit maintenance), they were available to text and got back to me immediately. Ready Stays’ customer service and professionalism goes unmatched! Thank you for everything!
Response from the owner:Thank you for this very thoughtful review, Rachel! We enjoyed working with you and we're so happy we could help with your temporary housing needs in Tampa :)
Frank Ford
Kudos and many thanks for everything. Folks and the apartment were perfect in every way. Thanks again
Response from the owner:We appreciate the review, Frank! We're happy we could accommodate your corporate housing needs in Tampa.
Cindy Berger
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your 5-star rating! We’re glad to know you had a great experience with Ready Stays.
Cherie Walker
I had an absolutely!!!! wonderful experience with Ready Stays furnished housing. I experienced extensive damage to my home due to water damage and had to move out of my home for six months and Ready Stays became my "knight in shining armour". They provided me with a beautiful home completely furnished which certainly helped to relieve the immense amount of stress I was under. Everyone on the staff was so kind and accomodating from day one. I received many calls, texts, and emails throughout the entire six months making sure that all of my needs were met. I will never be able to thank Ready Stays enough for "all" that was done for me during such a difficult and unexpected event in my life.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your very kind and considerate review, Cherie! We're so happy we could help you and your family through this difficult period. You we're a joy to work with!
Sandra Miller
Tyler and his team at Ready Stays are always professional and customer oriented! The apartments are set up with everything you need and always in great locations!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sandra! Always love working with you!
Vince Perri
The only company to use when you in need of temporary housing. I'm a public adjuster and I refer ALL of my clients to Tyler at Ready Stays to ensure that they have a place to stay during the claims and rebuild process. I highly recommend!!! Thank you guys for all that you do for my clients!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Vince! It's always a pleasure working with you and your wonderful team!
Karen Rodriguez
We were looking for a short term rental in a safe location for our daughter while she was doing a summer internship in Tampa. After contacting multiple places and companies we stumbled upon Ready Stay. All the staff at Ready Stay was accommodating from start to finish. Tyler would answer my emails and phone calls with in a few minutes. He showed us around multiple properties and was very informative.
If you are looking for a short term rental and need help Ready Stay is the company to use.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind review, Karen! It was a pleasure working with you and your daughter during her time here :)
Jonathan Kuholski
Excellent service, very responsive. The furnishings are enough for a long stay without the need to go out and buy lots of extra stuff.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-star review, Jonathan! It was a pleasure accommodating you!
Rebecca Hansen
Tyler did a great job coordinating a two month stay. The apt had all amenities and was luxurious and worked out seamlessly from arrival to departure. Definitely recommend Tyler and the experience.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Rebecca. We enjoyed working with you and your son for his temporary housing needs in Tampa!
Steve Mauser
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Tyler and his team went the extra mile to make this a wonderful experience. The apartment was quite spacious, well furnished, clean and quiet. The private underground tenant parking provided together with secure access to the property made us feel safe.The amenities included a large beautiful swimming pool overlooking the bay, private lounge area for several people to chill and relax, new laundry facilities. The location is very close to several of the best restaurants and shopping is just a few minutes drive away. Looking forward to our next stay.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Steve! It was great accommodating you and your wife. We're happy to hear the positive feedback!
Mary
Ready Stays was our best choice
For our temporary housing needs.

We found Tyler and team to be very friendly, quick to locate and secure our housing needs on short notice.

They exceeded our expectations.

They were beautiful apartments
Nicely furnished, high speed internet great parking, as well very large nice common areas we used for working and relaxing.

They are nationwide so they are our teams top choice for working and stays moving forward highly recommend them.
Response from the owner:Thanks Mary! We appreciate this very kind and thoughtful review. It's been a pleasure accommodating you and your team. We looking forward to working with you on more projects in the future.
Larry Wendell
Apt was clean, supplied adequately and worked well for our needs. Pool was cold that first week in April!! Hot tub nicely tucked in and enjoyable! May return next year.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Larry! We will welcome you back anytime!
Prashant Upadhyaya
We are a family of three and we just finished a wonderful 8 month stay in a Ready Stays furnished apartment in Brookview (Citrus Park)
To give a little background - we moved in August 2023 from India (relocated for work) and went straight from the airport to the apartment that we had leased remotely.
It was one of the best decisions we made to start our stay in Tampa in a Ready Stays furnished apartment. From the ease of working with Tyler to set up the lease - to the thoughtful touches like leaving essential cleaning supplies so that we would not have any issues in our first days here while we stocked up - everything about the experience was exceptional. I would HIGHLY recommend that folks moving into Tampa especially from overseas consider a Ready Stays furnished apartment to get started.
Throughout our stay all service requests were attended to in a timely manner and the customer service was always first class.
Thank you Ready Stays for ensuring that our stay in Tampa got off to such a wonderful start.
Response from the owner:Thank you for this very thoughtful review, Prashant! We're so happy we could help with your family's transition to the US. Please keep in touch should you ever need temporary housing in Florida or nationwide!
Garth Smith
We had a great stay at this property. Very clean with everything we needed. 5 Stars for sure!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Garth! We enjoyed working with you and your family.
Shane Lee
I had a great stay. Everything was simple and easy. Felt like home away from home.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review, Shane! It was a pleasure accommodating you.
Henry Hartman
I highly recommend Ready Stays. Tyler Graves who helped us secure the apartment at Grady Square was extremely helpful and professional. The Grady Square Apartments are a fantastic complex: We had three people working in a 3 bedroom apartment and there was more than enough space. The terraces was an unexpeted bonus.Another bonus was the Conference Room and business center that included a printer, copier and scanner. Other amenities the building offered were fantastic: pool and hot tub, a very nice gym and free coffee. The staff took phenomenal care of the building, cleaning it thoroughly daily.
I look forward to returning in the future.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your thoughtful review, Henry! We're very happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us at Grady Square :)
Kathleen Miller
Highly recommended! We moved out of our house, and needed fully furnished apartment until we moved into our new home. Everything about Ready Stays was seamless and customer service was spot on. Our apartment was nicely furnished and we had everything we needed to live for five weeks!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words, Kathleen! We enjoyed working with you, and we appreciate the referral!
Nilanjan Dey
Response from the owner:Thank you, Nilanjan! We hope to work with you again.
Justin Skule
Wonderful to work and super accommodating for our needs. Would definitely use them again for any sort of extended stay.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Justin -- we're always here for you guys!
Firs14
these guys got the most cozy apartments with the most comfortable conditions in Tampa, I've been searching a lot trust me, you can't go wrong with Ready Stays!

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Firdavs! We enjoyed working with you and your family!
Benjamin Zwiebel
Most amazing service!
Could not have had a better experience. Tyler was here for us from the first communication, helping us fulfilling all our wishes.
The flat was super pleasant and clean.
Thank you!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Benjamin. We're happy we could help you and your family!
Carolina Lara
I made the perfect choice to use Ready Stays when choosing a temporary relocation for my Mom and Brother. Great communication and customer service. I left my family in good hands while I was away! Tyler, Wanda and the rest of the team were profesional, caring and respectful. I would use them again without hesitation.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your thoughtful review, Carolina! We thoroughly enjoyed working with you and your family.
Steve Bullington
Love the staff at Ready Stays. They are always willing to help you find the best fit for your family or work crew. We stayed 5-1/2 months in one of their condos. Beautiful area. Anytime anything needed maintenance they we extremely quick to respond very kind. I would Highly recommend Ready Stays to anyone looking for a furnished place to stay. Whether its for work or vacation.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Steve! We thoroughly enjoyed working with you and your family. So happy to hear you had a great stay with us.
Helen Y Marshall (HYM)
Tyler Graves and the Ready Stay Team were eager to make sure my stay was perfect.. They promptly responded to my concerns. It was their customer service that earned them this rating. Thank you all.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Helen! We enjoyed working with you and hope to work with you again in the future :)
Hirut Gebremichael
This place is simply beautiful!
Response from the owner:Thanks Hirut! That's very kind of you to say, we appreciate the review :)
Debbie
We rented through Ready Stays, and they were great. The entire staff was friendly and helpful. Any issues we had were addressed immediately. They went above and beyond. I won’t hesitate to use them again in the future should the need arise.
Response from the owner:Thank you for this very kind review, Debbie. We're so happy we could help you and your family during your time here in Tampa. Please reach out if you are ever in the area again!