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Monday, November 16, 2026 - 10:00 AM
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Light the World Giving Machine – Tampa Bay 2026
Visit the Giving Machine at Regency Square in Brandon, Nov. 16–Dec. 7, daily 10 AM–9 PM! Instead of buying snacks, choose gifts that help people in need—from meals, school supplies and diapers to four chickens or a beehive. Every donation (100%) goes to participating charities: local kidsPACK, Joshua House, Gulf Coast JFCS and Coptic Orthodox Charities; global UNICEF and Church World Service.
Enjoy FREE family activities, music, special guests and holiday fun. Bring a friend and experience the joy of giving!
WHERE: Regency Square courtyard near AMC The Regency 20, 2400–2478 W. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511
WHEN: Nov. 16–Dec. 7, 2026 | Daily 10 AM–9 PM
ADMISSION: FREE
EVENT CALENDAR
NOV 17 | 11 AM–Noon | Launch Event
Ribbon cutting with community leaders and special guests.
NOV 17 | 4–5 PM | Portraits by Faith and Purpose Club
Portraits by Mr. Edwards and Patel High School students.
NOV 19 | 6:30–7 PM | SuvaSiva Productions
Polynesian siva, hula and haka performances.
NOV 20 | 6–6:30 PM | Cello Bros: Christmas Hymns
Holiday music by cellists Barry Pope and Josh Adams.
NOV 21 | 10 AM–Noon | Princess & Superhero Event
Meet characters and make a mask or crown!
NOV 22 | 2–4 PM | Adopt a Toy Chicken Day
Kids adopt a FREE toy chicken while supplies last.
NOV 23 | 7–7:30 PM | Sanders and Friends
Live violin, vocals and seasonal favorites.
NOV 24 | 6–8 PM | Champa Bay Gives Back
Meet Rays pitcher Ryan Pepiot and broadcaster TKras for autographs. Wear team gear!
NOV 25 | All Day | Snap, Tag & Give
Take a photo and tag @GivingMachineFlorida to spread kindness.
NOV 26 | 7–7:30 PM | Babbitt Family Singers
Thanksgiving evening music.
NOV 27 | 10 AM–2 PM | Stop, Frost, Shop, and Give
Frost a sugar cookie during your Black Friday shopping break!
NOV 27 | 6–8 PM | Carols and Candy Canes
Sing carols and enjoy candy canes while supplies last.
NOV 28 | 1–2 PM | Susan Grey Music
Pop, oldies, gospel and Christmas favorites.
NOV 29 | 2–4 PM | Adopt a Toy Chicken Day
FREE toy chicken adoption for kids, while supplies last.
NOV 30 | 7–9 PM | Cookies and Carols
Carols by St. Pete Young Single Adults; Cookies by Julie for the first 50 donors.
DEC 1 | 7–7:30 PM | Vocalist Moroni Berrios
Seasonal music from a local vocalist.
DEC 2 | 10 AM–Noon | Christmas Storytime and Craft
Festive stories and crafts for children 10 and under.
DEC 3 | 6–8 PM | Baseball Legends
Meet former Toronto Blue Jay Garth Iorg and other baseball greats.
DEC 4 | 6–6:10 PM | The Gift I Give
A special presentation about the power of giving.
DEC 4 | 6–8 PM | Tampa/St. Pete Youth Night
Christmas caroling and friendship for ages 11–18.
DEC 5 | 10 AM–Noon | Pictures with Santa
Festive family photos with Santa.
DEC 6 | Noon–1 PM | Allen Temple AME Gospel Choir
Uplifting gospel music for the season.
DEC 7 | 5–6 PM | Soloist Susan Grey Returns
Celebrate the final day with a live vocal performance.
Follow @GivingMachineFlorida on Instagram and Facebook for updates and announcements.
Together, we can Light the World, one gift at a time!
Event Links
Facebook: https://go.evvnt.com/3911944-0
