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Holiday parade in Boynton Beach, Dec. 6

Boynton Beach is gearing up for the holidays and the future looks bright. Here’s what’s in store: Boynton Beach Holiday Parade When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, beginning at 4 p.m. and ending at 6 p.m.  Where: Downtown Boynton Beach on Federal Highway between Boynton Beach Boulevard and Woolbright Road. The parade is free for spectators.  …

Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade, Dec. 6

The Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade will be held rain or shine, and prizes will be announced at the Jupiter Lighthouse. The parade, led by a Zambelli traveling fireworks display navigates up the Intracoastal Waterway from North Palm Beach to the Jupiter Inlet at approximately 8 p.m. 31st annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade When: …

Free screening of ‘Merv,’ Aventura, Dec. 9

Amazon MGM Studios is offering free passes to an advance film screening of Merv, a different breed of rom-com that is rated-PG.  Merv When: Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Where: AMC Aventura, 19501 Biscayne Blvd. Passes are limited, click HERE to claim yours. Each pass allows two admissions. The film will be released …

Free entry: Downtown Delray Beach Art Festival on 4th, Dec. 6-7

All of Howard Alan Events and American Craft Endeavour shows are free of charge for visitors. Plus, artists are on site for the duration of the events, allowing visitors to discover the creative inspirations and processes behind every piece. Attendees can stroll along city blocks and chat with artists while viewing their works, including larger-than-life …

Free: Winter Festival has seasonal fun for kids in Royal Palm Beach, Dec. 6

It’s that time of year again and Royal Palm Beach is going all in to create another signature event for the holidays that not only includes performers, entertainment and food vendors but also lots of wintry activities for kids of all ages. Winter Festival When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, from 2 to 9 p.m. Where: …

Free photo shoots & photo ops for holidays at Broward libraries

Several library branches in Broward are offering free holiday photo shoots and free photo ops. For photo shoots, libraries are using a green screen that offers different holiday and winter digital backdrops.  Usually a digital version of the photo is emailed to participants for free. Friends, family and props are permitted. No pets, please. If …

Buckler’s 35th Christmas Craft Fair, West Palm Beach, Dec. 6-7

Whether you’re a creative crafter or maybe just appreciate unique handicrafts, or just like to browse a variety of homemade works by local artisans to get ideas for your own projects, this event is for you.  Buckler’s 35th annual Christmas Craft Fair When: Dec. 6-7, 2025, Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. …

Holidays in Boynton Beach include tree lighting, and more, Dec. 5

Holiday events in Boynton Beach are free and open to the public, beginning with the evening tree lighting, followed by an afternoon parade the next day. Holiday Tree Lighting When: Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. Where: Centennial Park & Amphitheater, 120 E Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach Features: Holiday music, food vendors, …

Free Winter in Paradise celebration, Heart & Soul Park, West Palm, Dec. 6

The public is invited to attend these community holiday festivities with local artisans, food vendors, music, skating and a fire truck with snow. Winter in Paradise When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. Where: Historic Northwest District, Heart & Soul Park, 825 N. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach Located just north of …

Popular holiday boat parades in Palm Beach County, from Dec. 6 to Dec. 19

As the temperatures cool and the holiday spirit warms up, there is no place in the world quite like Palm Beach County to celebrate the season on the water. The county’s most dazzling coastal tradition is perhaps the Holiday Boat Parade season, and this year it promises spectacular nights of glittering lights, festive cheer, and …

Winter holiday events & festivals in Palm Beach County

Floridians know how to celebrate the winter holidays, even if “winter” doesn’t mean here what it means elsewhere. The snow may be fake or manmade, but the fun is real. South Florida has holiday parades, boat parades, Christmas tree lightings, menorah lightings, holiday concerts, family festivals and more. Many events are free or cheap. We …

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