The Annual Ybor City Holiday Spirit Christmas Tree Lighting was held with a special Christmas Lights switch thrower, Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn. Also arriving was Santa Claus and Mrs Claus. A packed Centro Ybor with Hamburger Mary’s handing out free hot chocolate. Elves Rich & Mama were handing out free delicious holiday cookies.

    The Riverview HS Band with band director John, performed for all the holiday crowd with great holiday tunes. Kids, parents and pets had a great time at Ybor City’s Tree Lighting. The big Holiday Spirit Parade is set for December 13th. A huge Snow Storm flying on 7th Ave and reindeer in historic Ybor City