Merry Christmas!

From all of us here at The Brandon Buzz.

December 24, 2025

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Merry Christmas

The holidays have a way of changing the pace around here. Things slow down, calendars clear a little, and suddenly the most important plans aren’t events or errands but time spent together. Over the next few newsletters, we’ll be keeping things light for that very reason.

This season is about being present. Less scrolling, more conversations. Less rushing, more lingering. And while we love sharing what’s happening around Brandon, we know some moments are meant to be lived, not read about.

So consider this a simple holiday hello. Thank you for welcoming us into your inbox and into this community. Brandon is full of good people, and we’re grateful to help tell the stories that connect us all.

Take the time to slow down. Enjoy the quiet moments. Appreciate the loud ones too. And if you managed to navigate holiday traffic anywhere near Brandon, that alone deserves a small celebration.

From all of us at the Brandon Buzz, we wish you a joyful, restful, and meaningful Christmas.

The Brandon Buzz

Things to do

🐝 WHAT’S BUZZING AROUND TOWN 🐝

Candlelight Yin Yoga (Brandon)

Date: Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Time: 10:30 AM

Begin your Christmas Eve by slowing everything down in a candlelit Yin Yoga practice designed to help you soften and release.

Singo Music Bingo (Valrico)

Date: Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Time: 7 PM

Time to win some fun prizes! Always Free and certainly Fun!

Trivia Night (Valrico)

Date: Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Time: 7 PM

Grab your smartest friends and see what random knowledge you can put to good use.

Post - Posadas (Brandon)

Date: Friday, December 26, 2025

Time: 6 PM

Whether you’re winding down from the family gatherings or looking to turn up after the holiday, this night is all about music, flavor and good vibes.

Chardonnay Red Live Music (Valrico)

Date: Friday, December 26, 2025

Time: 7 PM

Dance, Chill, and Sing Along. Live Music!

SMAKK ROCKS (Brandon)

Date: Friday, December 26, 2025

Time: 8 PM

Live Music, Ladies’ night, and Football specials.

Buzz Worthy

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Buzzing Bites

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The Buzz List

Need a handyman? A dog trainer? Someone who can install a ceiling fan without turning your living room into a fireworks show?

We’re putting together the official Brandon Fix-It List — the most trusted local pros for everything from backyard upgrades to “why is this light switch buzzing?”

Want in? Email us at: [email protected]

Local Sports

Local sports news. Hometown Heroes.
This is the place where your friends and family become legends.

Soccer

  • Bloomingdale vs Strawberry Crest, Tuesday 1/6 @8 PM - Home

  • Brandon vs Blake, Friday 1/9 @8 PM - Home

  • Durant vs Plant, Tuesday 1/6 @8 PM - Away

  • Newsome vs Alonso, Wednesday 1/7 @8 PM

Basketball

  • Bloomingdale vs Morgan, Tuesday 1/6 @8 PM - Home

  • Brandon vs Strawberry Crest, Tuesday 1/6 @8 PM - Home

  • Durant vs Riverview, Tuesday 1/6 @8 PM - Home

  • Newsome vs Lennard, Tuesday 1/6 @8 PM - Away

News or Events you’d like to share? Email us at: news@brandonbuzz.com

A Final Note

The Brandon Buzz, more than news, it’s a lifestyle.

Until next time,

Buzzing Local