Ready to take down your beautiful Christmas tree? Don’t fret: If you don’t know what to do with the once-festive fir, now that the holiday is over, we’ve got some answers for you. Miami-Dade County’s Department of Solid Waste Management offers some pretty specific options, so please read the instructions carefully. To keep up with […]
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Holiday bazaars & craft fairs where you can find unique gifts
Christmas shopping at big-box stores is fine, but real unique finds are what’s great about holiday bazaars and craft fairs. Besides finding the perfect gift, you’re supporting local and small businesses. Here is what we’ve found so far. Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Talents Unleased Christmas Bazaar Indoor/Outdoor event, socially-distanced guidelines to be […]
Santa’s Parade of the Elves, a popular South Miami tradition, canceled for 2020
Add Santa’s Parade of the Elves in South Miami to the list of canceled holiday events this year. Presented by the South Miami Parks & Recreation Department, this popular parade filled the streets with floats, horses, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, dancers, horses, marching bands and more. And let’s not forget Santa and Mrs. Claus. To […]
Fairchild’s annual NightGarden canceled
During Miami winters, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden typically transforms itself into The NightGarden, an enchanted, illuminated experience full of fantasy and wonderment where things like the Wise Talking Tree, Archimedes and Flying Fairies come to life. This winter, however, it will not take place. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the […]
Santa’s Enchanted Forest canceled for 2020
Santa’s Enchanted Forest, an annual Miami tradition, has been canceled for 2020. The popular holiday theme park is known for its carnival rides, shows, games and towering trees laden with twinkling lights. Miami may not have seasons, but drivers on the Palmetto Expressway always know fall/winter has arrived when they pass the lights along Tropical […]
Dezerland Park drive-in theater featuring movies, comedy shows and sporting events
North Miami’s Dezerland Park outdoor area has transformed into a drive-in theater and it’s been a big hit. They’ve shown hit movies, comedy shows, even Miami Heat games. The venue is located 14401 NE 19th Ave., North Miami. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also […]
Santa meet & greet at Sprint stores
A Sprint store may seem like an unorthodox location for a Santa meet and greet but that’s just what’s happening at a couple of Miami Sprint stores on Dec. 21. That means that while shopping for a new phone plan or a new phone, the kids can have fun with Santa and enjoy holiday festivities. […]
