Celebrate the magic of the holidays at the 29th annual Tree Lighting Celebration at ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa, taking place Friday, November 29, 2024, from 5 to 9 p.m. at 15951 Captiva Drive, Captiva, Florida. This beloved tradition has become a favorite holiday kickoff for residents and visitors alike.

The resort’s annual tree lighting ceremony marks the official start of the holiday season on Captiva Island. The evening will also feature festive highlights, including:

  • Live music featuring Kayley Bishop, a contestant on The Voice, and a dynamic performance.
  • Fireworks display lighting up the sky over Captiva Island.
  • Santa Claus appearances to delight children and families.

“We’re excited to host this special event once again,” said ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa CEO Doug Babcock. “Now in its 29th year, the tree lighting celebration is all about bringing families and friends together to share in the magic of the holidays while experiencing the beauty and hospitality which makes ‘Tween Waters so special.”

Guests can purchase a holiday day pass or premium option to attend the celebration, which provides access to the resort starting at 8 a.m., including amenities such as kayaking, biking and live poolside music. VIP parking options are included with certain ticket purchases and complimentary parking will be offered at several off-site locations. Premium options, such as the Crow’s Nest Skybox VIP experience and private Rudolph and Blitzen VIP Luxury Boxes, are sold out.

For more details about the event, visit https://tween-waters.com/event/annual-tree-lighting/. A video recap of the 2022 celebration is also available for viewing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltfWiWa31e0.

About ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa

Located between the Gulf of Mexico and Pine Island Sound, ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa is a 13-acre destination on Captiva Island. One of the area’s few active resorts, it caters to a wide range of guests—including those arriving by boat—offering 137 Old Florida-style accommodations including historic one-, two- and three-bedroom cottages, suites, studios and guest rooms, many of which are pet-friendly. Amenities include a full-service marina for dock, launch or rental; private beach access; pickleball and tennis courts; kayak eco-adventures; two pools, including an Olympic-size pool, a new Serenity Pool, hot tubs and a children’s wading pool; full-service spa; on-site fitness center, and ballroom, boardroom and banquet facilities for business, weddings and special events.

The resort offers seven dining options, ranging from the historic Old Captiva House, the family-friendly Shipyard Restaurant and the special occasion Crow’s Nest Steakhouse to the Oasis pool bar and Captiva Crust pizzeria. ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa is located at 15951 Captiva Drive, Captiva, Florida 33924. For more information or reservations, visit https://tween-waters.com/ or call 800-223-5865.