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Northwood Village in West Palm Beach is hosting a free night of fun, food and family festivities, plus shopping opportunities, with holiday lights, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from local artisans, and festive live entertainment. Nights in Northwood Village When: Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Northwood Village, Old Northwood Historic District, West …

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With the surf and ocean air offering delightful ambience, live bands offer free entertainment at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale throughout the year. Sound Waves The popular Friday Night Sound Waves free concerts are 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The schedule includes: Nov. 14: Touch & Go, Tribute to The Cars Nov. 21: …

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The Barnacle Historic State Park’s Under Moonlight Concert series runs every second Friday of the month and features an impressive line-up of musicians. Doors open at 6 p.m. and performance is at 7 p.m. Here is the schedule: Nov. 14, 2025: Mama Fuma, a Miami-based band that reimagines iconic rock, Latin and funks songs. Dec. 12, …

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The annual Chopin for All free concert series brings young top-tier pianists from around the globe to South Florida. Everyone is invited to attend free of charge.  Seating is general admission and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets are not required. Registration is recommended.  For questions, send email toadmin@chopin.org or call: 305-868-0624. Remaining performances …

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Funk. Jazz. R&B music. Popular South Florida performers are featured at Soulful Sundays in Pompano Beach. The concert series celebrates the history and culture of African American musicians. The events are usually 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the second Sunday of the month. Tickets are $10 online. No tickets are sold at the door. …

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The Merrick Festival Caroling Competition, featuring choirs from South Florida middle schools and high schools, will be back for 2025. And you can watch the performances free of charge, from December 3 through December 7, 2025, with an awards show on Tuesday, December 9, at 550 Biltmore Way in Coral Gables. The event is called …

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The Broward Women’s Chorus is performing a series of holiday concerts called “Holiday Melodies,” featuring well-known holiday music.    The chorus, made up of women from throughout Broward County, is directed by Birgit Djupedal, a career opera singer and voice teacher. Professional pianist Carolyn Morgan is the accompanist. The group has been performing in South …

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Old Cutler Presbyterian Church will present its annual Christmas concert with performances at 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. Both shows are free! Get into the holiday spirit as you enjoy seasonal classics performed by musicians and vocalists from the church choir, orchestra, worship band, handbell choir and youth choir. This is …

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Whether you’re a seasoned concertgoer or want to try something new, New World Symphony invites you to enjoy six unforgettable Sunday afternoons of world-class chamber music in Miami Beach.  Critically acclaimed soloists join New World Symphony’s talented young artists for powerful performances in the one-of-a-kind, Frank Gehry-designed New World Center. Chamber music showcases the unique …

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Relish the rhythms of the holidays at a free live outdoor performance featuring the South Florida Pride Concert Band. The event in 2025 is at 7 p.m. Friday, December 19, and entry is free. The venue is Mickel Park, 2675 NW Seventh Avenue, Wilton Manors 33305 Bring a blanket or lawn chair if you’d like. …

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For a fun Florida approach to holiday lights, embark on an excursion on the Water Taxi in Fort Lauderdale.  This is a fairly pricey and popular holiday activity. Water Taxi  holiday lights tours in 2025 are in December and January with decorated vessels navigating The Intracoastal Waterway. The tour is a peek at the decorated waterfront …

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