SWFL families can meet Santa, Rudolph at Busch Gardens

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TAMPA, Fla. — The holiday season is in full swing, and families across Southwest Florida can visit the Christmas Town Village’s at Busch Gardens in Tampa to for the opportunity to meet Santa.

The Christmas Town Village’s attraction takes place on select days between Tuesday and Dec. 31. The events begin at 2 p.m. and twinkle light shows begin at 6 p.m.

For more information, visit the Christmas Town Village’s website.

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