Celebrate the Holidays in Style: Beach Golf Cart Rentals for Christmas & New Year’s in Clearwater

Spending the holidays at the beach? If so, we’ve got a tip for you: Golf cart rentals make a Clearwater Christmas a whole lot easier.

At Beach Ride Rental, we make beach-hopping simple and fun with our golf carts and this handy guide full of things to do in Clearwater for Christmas and New Year’s. Let’s get started!

Holiday Travel Tips for Clearwater Beach

The holidays are magical but also busy. Our best holiday travel tips for Clearwater Beach start with one word: book early.

Golf carts book up fast from mid-December through New Year’s, especially if you’re traveling with a group or staying multiple days.

Not sure what kind of cart you need? We’ve got you covered. For couples or smaller families, a 4-seateris perfect. Bigger crew? Our 6-seatersand 8-seatersoffer plenty of space for kids, coolers, and even a beach Santa costume or two.

If you’re planning lots of short local trips or staying close to downtown, electric carts are quiet and easy. Going longer distances? Choose gas for more flexibility (no charging needed).

Either way, our carts are fully street-legal and beach-ready. You can pull right up to holiday markets, waterfront restaurants, or light displays without the “how to explore Clearwater Beach during the holidays” debate.

Golf carts aren’t just beach transportation for festive trips; It’s how the locals get around. And once you try it, you won’t want to go back to a car. We sure didn’t. 

Where to Go and What to See by Golf Cart

If you’re a snowbird escaping from the cold, you already know what to expect. If it’s the first time hitting the beach during the holidays and you’re not sure what to do, don’t worry; There are plenty of in Clearwater for Christmas and New Year’s.

Adult-Friendly Holiday Activities in Clearwater.

Adults can swing by the Holiday Pop-Up Bar at the JW Marriott for festive cocktails or go full beachy-vibe at the Hookah Lounge’sugly sweater parties. Everything’s golf-cart accessible, so there’s no need to coordinate Ubers or worry about parking spots.

You can also catch the sunsets at Pier 60 Festival, where street performers and free outdoor movies run nightly, even on holidays. If you time it right, you can hit the beach, shop a bit, and enjoy live fire-breathers all in one cart-powered loop.

Family-Friendly Holiday Activities in Clearwater

Start with the Stroll of Trees, a beachwide display of themed Christmas trees decorated by local businesses, which is ideal for a self-guided golf cart tour with the family.

Roll past the decorated storefronts along Mandalay Avenue and Beach Walk, and don’t forget a stop at the big tree near Pier 60for your holiday photo op. Clearwater holiday events may not have snow, but they’re not lacking in charm!

For something a little more spectacular, you can also head to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium on December 20 for Breakfast with Santaand check out the snowy “Blizzard Bay” exhibit.

New Year’s in Clearwater Beach

Cruise over to the ReliaQuest Bowl Beach Dayon December 29 for live marching bands, mascot antics, and family games on the sand. Then wrap up your year with Light It Up Clearwater, a free New Year’s Eve fireworks show visible all along the shore.

Don’t worry about the traffic or the parking spots. Golf carts are the best New Year’s Eve beach transportation for a reason!