Unchant happens at FloridaRama in St. Petersburg, Florida through Jan. 13, 2024. Credit: floridarama.art/Facebook

Enchant Christmas is no more, having moved its winter wonder-maze to points west. (A good thing, too, given the Trop’s current rooflessness.) So consider these ambient alternatives instead.

Tinseltown USA American Stage is transforming its lobby and adjacent spaces into “our own winter town,” says Producing Artistic Director Helen R. Murray. Partnering with Florida-based company Lost Creations, which specializes in large-scale immersive art installations, the theater is creating a walk-through environment where people can make snowflakes, sip hot chocolate, hear holiday stories, take Christmas-themed selfies and have all manner of “engagement moments.” Groups of 10 will be admitted every 15 minutes to this family-friendly attraction, which will be open Thursdays-Saturdays from noon until evening performances of “Wonderful Life,” and on Sunday afternoons from 4 p.m.-7 p.m.. Tickets can be purchased for the Tinseltown experience only or in combo with “Wonderful Life,” so you can move straight from Tinseltown to Bedford Falls. Dec. 5-22. $28. American Stage, 163 3rd St. N, St. Petersburg. 727-823-PLAY

Unchant at FloridaRama “Florida’s Weirdest Events Venue & Immersive Art Experience” (stylized “FloridaRAMA”) promises a holiday deep dive like no other with “Unchant: Christmas with a Florida Twist.” Experience a gravity-defying skating rink, Christmas trees vanishing into mysterious portals, mischievous panther elves and countless Christmas trees, wreaths and lights. Through Jan. 13. $22-$27 (children under four free; group discounts available). FloridaRama, 2606 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Petersburg. 727-210-5450

The Polar Express Experience Snow, Santa, singalongs with the Ruth Eckerd Hall Chorus, and a free screening of the Tom Hanks-voice holiday favorite “The Polar Express,” all at Clearwater’s scenic new waterfront venue. Friday, Dec. 13. 4:30 p.m., no cover. The Plaza at The BayCare Sound, 255 Drew St., Clearwater

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