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Festive theme decorated trees and a Hanukkah display are featured at a free Winter Wonderland exhibit in Plantation. The indoor exhibit at Plantation Historical Museum includes a mini train village, a gift shop and occasional extra festive events. Extra events feature Santa and live entertainment. In 2025 the display with about 40 trees is open …
Coral Springs will host an interactive light show every night downtown, with twinkling lights timed to classic holiday songs. The show will play every half hour from 5 to 10 p.m. nightly from Dec. 1 through Dec. 31, 2025 and entry is free. The city plans a special Light Up the Lawn event on Saturday, …
Coral Gables Museum welcomes you to “Family Day on Aragon” on the second Saturday of each month, with free admission, live music and special activities. Upcoming event is on Sat., Dec. 13 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Artmaking by TMP Make art with TMP, a teen-led volunteer and education …
Did you know Miami Children’s Museum offers Sensory Saturdays? On the second Saturday of the month, the museum creates a specially focused experience for children with disabilities and their families including modified lighting, sound adjustments and other features. The event is 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Families can enjoy the day with a stage performance …
HistoryMiami museum hosts a free Family Fun Day the second Saturday of every month, with free admission for all. The free admission is all day, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with activities taking place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is required to participate. You can register online. The theme rotates monthly, …
The Boynton Beach Holiday Boat Parade will start at 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, with a watch area and festivities at Boynton Harbor Marina, 735 Casa Loma Blvd. The Boat Parade is hosted annually on the second Friday of December. The event features a variety of festively decorated boats and is a …
The public is invited to attend this special holiday event featuring elementary students on stage performing their hearts out for family, friends and neighbors. These kids are what the holidays are all about. Jingle Bell Rock When: Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, at 7 p.m. Where: Lake Worth Playhouse, 713 Lake Ave, Lake Worth Beach Cost: …
The German Christmas spirit will come to life with lots of fresh holiday flair, thanks to the American German Club. There will be music, cookies and crafts, rides and plenty of magical moments for kids of all ages. Christmas Market When: Saturday, Dec. 13, from 1 to 9 p.m. & Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, from …
The Shops at Boca Center presents Jingle & Mingle: Holiday Cheer Lights & festivities will continue through Dec. 31, 2025. Kickoff event highlights from Nov. 22: Nutcracker Fantasy – Delight in the presence of Nutcracker Stiltwalkers, along with Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy Ballerinas, bringing the magic of the classic tale to life. Santa’s Spectacular …
Residents and visitors are invited to watch as local boating enthusiasts “Light up the Lake” with a Holiday Boat Parade on Lake Wellington. The event will be featuring approximately 40 festive, decorated boats. Holiday Boat Parade When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, starts at 6:30 p.m. Where: Town Center Promenade, near Lakeside Market & Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 …
The City of Greenacres is turning 100 years old in 2026 and is inviting the public to take part in the festivities at these special Holiday in the Park events. A tree lighting ceremony, along with family activities will be on Friday, Dec. 12, from 5 to 9 p.m., followed by a Saturday drone show with …
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