Light Up Tioga

This year’s Light Up Tioga will now* be held Saturday, December 13th from 5-8pm, and all proceeds will benefit United Way North Central Florida! *(We had to reschedule our 12/6 date due to inclement weather)

As always, this event is free, and open to the public! Enjoy the amazing setup from our friends at ThemeWorks, and don’t miss your chance to take a picture on the rooftop with Santa, and climb up to the chimney for an extra special photo opp you won’t see anywhere else! Plus, the Holiday Market is back! We’ll also have Local Vendors with Prizes & Giveaways, Free Family-Friendly Activities, Festive Characters, Naughty & Nice Lanes, Face Painting, Balloon Artists, a Bounce House, Music from our friends at Kiss 105.3, Food Trucks, of course the Tree Lighting, and so much more to enjoy for everyone! Plus, many of our amazing Tioga businesses, shops, bars, and restaurants will be open. Come explore, and experience magic around every corner with us at Light Up Tioga 2025!

It’s also the Season of Giving here at Tioga! Help us create impact for United Way of North Central Florida as we ‘Fill the Sleigh for United Way’ once again. We invite you to contribute by donating new, unwrapped books and toys for children of all ages. Wishlist items include Puzzles, Crafts, Sports Equipment, Board Games, Bicycles, Scooters, Art Supplies, Books, Journals, Toys, S.T.E.A.M Kits, Electronic Accessories, Clothing Accessories, Hair & Beauty Products, and Fragrance Kits (male & female). Donated items will be distributed by UWNCFL to families in need this holiday season. Broken or used toys will not be accepted. Thank you in advance for you participation and for helping us spread joy and create impact for our community together this holiday season!

If you’re able, United Way NCFL is also looking for volunteers for both their ReadingPals, and VITA programs. It takes all of us working together to create a seamless tapestry of support to build a better and more resilient community.

Additional off-site parking with shuttle transportation will be available at CAMPUS USA Credit Union Headquarters, located at 14007 NW 1st Rd, Newberry, FL 32669. Shuttles will run back and forth to Tioga Town Center approximately every 15 minutes.

United Way North Central Florida (UWNCFL) seeks to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around North Central Florida to advance the common good. From strengthening local resilience to advancing health, youth opportunity, and financial security, they’re working towards a future where every person in North Central Florida can reach their full potential. UWNCFL serves a six-county area (Alachua, Bradford, Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy and Union). In addition, United Way is a natural leader and convener of broad community building. UWNCFL engages within our community to find long-term solutions for issues impacting all residents in the areas of Education, Health, Financial Stability and Immediate Needs. UWNCFL is committed to collaborating with all segments of the community to build partnerships and help fill the needs in our community.

For more information, and for all other quesstions, email dGlvZ2EgfCBoYW5raW5ncm91cCAhIGNvbQ== or give us a call at 352.331.4000 or visit us online at www.TiogaTownCenter.com.