Macaulay Culkin Is Bringing A Holiday Throwback To Tampa

Tampa Gets A Rare Night With A Childhood Icon

Tampa is about to get hit with a wave of pure holiday nostalgia. On December 4th, 2025, Macaulay Culkin is coming to the Straz Center for the Performing Arts for a one night only celebration of the 35th anniversary of Home Alone.

Yes, the actual Kevin McCallister will be in the building. Tampa has hosted big names before, but this one hits differently. Home Alone is basically required viewing every December, and hearing Culkin talk about the film on the same night it screens feels like the closest thing we will ever get to time travel.

The event is called A Nostalgic Night with Macaulay Culkin, and it includes a full screening of the movie followed by a live conversation with him. Fans can expect behind the scenes stories, real memories from shooting the film, and whatever humor Culkin decides to drop on stage. All information has been verified with the Straz Center announcements and local reporting.

How To Get Tickets Before They Vanish

Donors to the Straz Center at the annual one hundred dollar level or higher get early access. VIP packages exist for anyone who wants to lean all the way in. They include premium seating, a commemorative laminate, early access to autographed merchandise, and an exclusive post show Q and A with Culkin. Considering how fast holiday themed events at the Straz tend to sell out, this one is expected to move quickly.

You can secure your seats through the Straz Center’s official event page:
https://www.strazcenter.org/events/2526-season/theater/a-nostalgic-night-with-macaulay-culkin

Why Tampa Is The Perfect Place For This Kind Of Nostalgia

December in Tampa has its own vibe. The Riverwalk lights go up, the Winter Village crowds show out, and the whole city gets just festive enough without pretending it snows here. A Home Alone anniversary screening with the star himself feels like the exact kind of holiday moment that becomes a yearly story people retell.

Families, movie lovers, and anyone who grew up quoting Kevin’s lines will slide right into this event. Tampa is a city that loves experiences, especially ones that stir up childhood memories. This one lands right in that sweet spot.

A Night Built For Anyone Who Still Loves The Classic

If you watched Home Alone every year growing up, this night will feel like stepping back into your living room in the best way possible. If you are looking for something fun and unexpected to add to your December calendar, this one fits. It is rare to see a film star return to the role that defined an entire holiday generation. Tampa gets that moment on December 4th.