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We have it made here in South Florida because we don’t have to worry about bundling up warm or slogging through sleet to enjoy the seasonal displays and festivities.  We’ve compiled a list of some free and ticketed holiday light displays for 2024 available for public viewing throughout Palm Beach County. And we hope everyone …

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Jungle Island’s Luminosa attraction is back in 2024. It is scheduled to run November 14, 2024, through March 8, 2025. If you buy your ticket before November 14, 2024, you can get a discount. Luminosa includes 40 giant lantern exhibits, featuring mythical jungle wildlife, submerged Atlantis, ancient Asian dynasties and legendary Latin culture. Luminosa takes …

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Dozens of 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 train village, a gift shop and occasional extra festive events. Extra events feature Santa and live entertainment. In 2024 the display is open 10 a.m. to …

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The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) is making it easier and affordable to enjoy Greater Miami and Miami Beach’s culturally rich neighborhoods, history and communities with the return of Miami Arts, Culture & Heritage Months. Click on the link to see all the deals. Now until January 31, locals and visitors can take …

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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, usually …

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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 Dec. 14: This month’s event is a culmination of five days of work by visiting Tibetan monks to the museum and the reveal of their …

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See “Frozen,” go sledding and take photos with Santa at the Holiday Extravaganza at Jupiter Lighthouse, on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, from 3 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10; under age 5 get in for free. The movie starts at 5:45 p.m. See more details and get tickets here: jupiterlighthouse.org. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum …

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Water Taxi on The Intracoastal Waterway runs scenic routes in Fort Lauderdale and an express route from Fort Lauderdale to Hollywood. It is adding routes to parks and restaurants in Pompano Beach. Information about Water Taxi and purchasing tickets is at 954-467-6677 or online.  Water Taxi routes in Fort Lauderdale Some use the yellow vessels …

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If you’re looking to soak  in the outdoors in South Florida, Fern Forest in north Broward is a lush oasis for nature walks and occasional free astronomy programs with telescopes. Delight in the scenic setting on your own or register for a guided hike. Most events are free or relatively inexpensive. Entry into the natural …

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Driving around looking at holiday lights is a favorite tradition of the holiday season. We all have favorite neighborhoods in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties that go all out to decorate for Christmas, Hanukkah or winter. In South Florida, the weather is wonderful for looking at holiday lights. In fact, not only do we …

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You can get discounts for enchanting Butterfly World in Coconut Creek.  The popular walk-through attraction, which is at Tradewinds Park in North Broward, features free-flight aviaries with tropical foliage and thousands of butterflies and birds from different parts of the world. Regular prices are $32.50 for guests age 12 and older, $22.50 for children age …

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