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Winter Wonderland at The Ben in West Palm Beach is back for its second season, featuring South Florida’s only outdoor real-ice rink, a free Winter Tree Forest, and a Holiday Market. Winter Wonderland at The Ben When: Now through Jan. 4, 2026; daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Where: The Ben, Autograph Collection, 251 N. Narcissus …

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Here’s a free family holiday film for kids of all ages: Arthur Christmas movie When: Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 6) Where: Athletic Fields, 226 Cypress Lane, Palm Springs, FL Admission: Free Website Enjoy FREE popcorn provided by the Palm Springs Police Explorers, while supplies last. Take your blankets, lawn …

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The “6th Annual Pooches & Presents in the Park”is a free, pet-friendly holiday event. Not only will it feature photos with Santa, adoptable dogs, local vendors, food and raffles, but also dog-friendly activities like a splash zone and lure course.  “Pooches & Presents in the Park” When: Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, from noon to 4 …

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Here’s a chance to get a taste of a Scandinavian Christmas Market with not only gift shopping but also food and activities for kids and more. Scandinavian Christmas Market When: Friday-Sunday, Nov. 21-23, 2025, Friday: Noon-8 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday: Noon-6 p.m. Where: Annan Maja Heritage Hall (Finnish-American Village) at 1800 South Drive, Lake Worth Beach …

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The Shops at Boca Center will present Jingle & Mingle: Holiday Cheer Lights up The Shops at Boca Center, Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Event highlights include: Nutcracker Fantasy – Delight in the presence of Nutcracker Stiltwalkers, along with Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy Ballerinas, bringing the magic of the …

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Communing with nature has never been more fun and the Daggerwing Nature Center has so many opportunities for kids and their families to take advantage of the great outdoors. Admission is free; access to trails and boardwalk are free; most programs have fees usually from $5 to $10. Upcoming November events: BIRDING 101 Saturday, Nov. …

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Getting photos with Santa at the mall is a timeless tradition, and the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season. No lines, no stress, just pure holiday joy you’ll remember for years to come.  The closer we get to Christmas, the busier photos with Santa events get. It can be hard enough to get a …

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The Pompano Beach Holiday Boat Parade dazzles the waterways.  The boat parade in 2025 is 7 p.m. Friday, December 12, on the Intracoastal Waterway. The event usually features  more than 50 boats decorated with holiday lights, music and dancing. For boats, the entry fee is $25. Entry is free at various watch areas.  Please return to this …

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 The Plantation Holiday Parade is a festive event that residents look forward to every year. The parade in 2025 is 9 a.m. Saturday, November 22, with a route from Northwest 46th Avenue and Broward Boulevard, west to Northwest 69th Avenue, Northwest Fourth Street to Plantation City Hall, 400 NW 73rd Avenue, Plantation. Bleachers are offered …

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