Community Activities & Events | Ivy Prep Learning Center

Information checked September 26, 2026. Times are local. Confirm dates, availability, final prices, and any extra fees with each organizer before visiting. External links open in a new tab.

A big day for little golf fans

November spotlight · Belleair

Golf course at sunset — illustrative stock photo, not the listed venue — Illustrative stock photo · Nici Gottstein / Pexels

Children 17 & under: free grounds admission*

The ANNIKA at Pelican Golf Club

November 12–15, 2026 · Pro-Am November 11
1501 Indian Rocks Road, Belleair

Bring the family to watch the LPGA at Pelican and introduce young fans to the game.

Saturday, November 14 · 2:30–3:30 p.m.
The public Junior Golf Show on the driving range includes Annika Sörenstam’s swing demonstrations, questions, and autographs. It is included with Saturday tournament admission.

Also listed: Autograph Alley and the BayCare Long Putt Challenge. The Share My Passion Girls Golf Clinic, noon–2:30 p.m. on November 14, is invitation only.

Children’s activities Official schedule

Fresh air & farm discoveries

September–November

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Farm festival · Bradenton

Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival

Oct 10–11, 17–18 & 24–25, 2026 · 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Pumpkins, a petting zoo, butterfly garden, children’s games, live entertainment, and a corn maze make this a full fall outing. Some attractions cost extra.

Under 5: free · Ages 5–9: $5 · Ages 10+: $15. Parking $5. Admission and parking are cash only. Corn maze $2; children’s train $2; big train $3.

Festival details & prices · 2026 dates

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Farm & maze · Masaryktown

Sweetfields Farm Fall Fun

Select dates Sept 26–Nov 8, 2026 · Hours vary

Explore two corn mazes, ride the hayride, visit farm animals, and enjoy farm play areas. Pumpkin purchases, food, and selected activities are extra.

Ages 2 and under: no ticket required. Ages 3+: paid ticket; check the booking link for the current price. Parking included. Reserve before driving out.

Dates, activities & tickets

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Zoo event · Tampa

Creatures of the Night

Select October 2026 evenings

ZooTampa’s family Halloween event brings seasonal characters, wildlife, and festive entertainment. Check the calendar for your preferred evening and review the event’s atmosphere for your child.

Check event admission for your date. Members and eligible Zoo Fun ticket holders have seasonal-event access, subject to ticket restrictions. Standard daytime admission is not quoted as an evening-event price.

Event calendar · Admission options

A little holiday magic

November–December

A historic steam train at dusk — illustrative stock photo, not the listed venue — Illustrative stock photo · Gundula Vogel / Pexels

Holiday train · Parrish

North Pole Express

Select evenings Nov 27–Dec 22, 2026

The Florida Railroad Museum’s Parrish holiday train is officially called the North Pole Express. The roughly 3¾-hour experience includes a train ride, Santa visit, a child’s gift, cookies, hot chocolate, storytelling, and holiday activities.

Child prices vary by age, date, departure, and seating class; service fees apply. Every rider needs a ticket. Under 1: free lap-rider ticket in eligible seating, excluding tables and booths. Parking is free. Strollers cannot go aboard.

2026 dates, child policy & booking

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Zoo lights · Tampa

Christmas in the Wild

Public dates: Dec 4–6, 11–13 & 18–21, 2026 · 4–10 p.m.

Explore ZooTampa’s holiday lights and festive entertainment. November 27–28 are member-only preview nights, so plan a December date if you are not a member.

Child/event pricing: check your selected night. Members and eligible Zoo Fun ticket holders receive seasonal-event access; confirm restrictions and parking charges before booking.

Holiday dates & admission

Keep their curiosity growing

Year-round family outings

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Science · Tampa

MOSI

4801 E. Fowler Avenue · Usually daily, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Explore hands-on science and the Saunders Planetarium. General admission includes one planetarium show. The program calendar lists workshops and sensory-friendly opportunities; check ages and registration for each.

Ages 3–17: $15 · Adults: $20. Parking is free. Programs and optional add-ons may cost extra. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Admission & visit details · Programs & events

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Children’s museum · Tampa

Glazer Children’s Museum

110 W. Gasparilla Plaza · Tue–Sun, 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Plan an indoor day of play and discovery. Extra fall/holiday Monday openings include October 12, November 23, and December 21 & 28, 2026. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

Under 1: free. General admission $27.95; Florida residents $22.95 with required Florida ID. Downtown parking costs extra.

Hours, tickets & family amenities

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Butterflies & nature · Largo

Florida Botanical Gardens

12520 Ulmerton Road · Daily, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.

Look for native butterflies in the Butterfly Garden, then explore the Majeed Discovery Garden’s nature play and sensory spaces. Children’s programs offer more ways to connect with nature.

Regular garden admission: free for children and adults. Special events, classes, and organized programs may have a fee. Butterfly sightings vary with weather and season.

Plan your garden visit · Children’s programs

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Living museum · St. Petersburg

Sunken Gardens

Mon–Sat, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. · Sun, noon–4:30 p.m.

Explore a historic living garden filled with tropical greenery and colorful blooms. A gentle nature outing for families who enjoy observing plants and taking their time outdoors. Last admission is 4 p.m.

Ages 2–12: $8 · Adults: $18 · Ages 62+: $15. Pay onsite. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day; weather closures are possible.

Hours, admission & accessibility

Before you head out: Open the organizer’s link for the latest schedule, sold-out notices, age rules, and weather updates. Listed amounts are published base prices unless stated otherwise; checkout totals may include taxes and fees.

Independent community activities: This guide is shared for informational purposes only. Ivy Prep Learning Center is not affiliated with the listed venues or event organizers and does not sponsor, operate, or supervise these activities. Ivy Prep is not responsible for event operations, safety, cancellations, changes, pricing, or any injury, loss, or damage associated with attendance or participation. Parents and guardians are responsible for choosing suitable activities, confirming details directly with organizers, and supervising their children.