Light the World Giving Machine -Tampa Bay

About this event

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!

From Giving Machine Florida