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Santa’s Wonderland is back at Bass Pro Shops, and you’re invited to enjoy this Christmas village. From November 3 to December 24, 2024, get a free photo with Santa, plus a free shareable video, and participate in holiday activities including crafts and games. Please note, however, that reservations are required for the free picture. You …

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Some resident “animals” at Zoo Miami get a holiday sprucing up during the attraction’s annual Zoo Lights event, which is offered on select nights from November 29 through December 30, 2024. If you buy your tickets before November 28, you can get a discount. Families and children of all ages are invited to immerse themselves …

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Plenty of things to do and entertainment are featured at Light Up Sistrunk. In 2024, the event is 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, December 6, and entry is free. Light Up  includes photo ops with Santa, a kids area and health fair. Other features slides tree lighting live entertainment free toy giveaway while they …

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Enjoy the beautiful Miami Beach weather and free movies – all in one!  The SoundScape Cinema Series screens first-run films for free on a 7,000-square-foot outdoor projection wall at the New World Center each Wednesday from Oct. 2 to Dec. 18, 2024.  Each film is free to the public and does not require a ticket. …

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Miami’s countryside: South Dade South Dade’s farmers have made an indelible impact on the destination as both an economic engine and as a resource for its MICHELIN-recognized dining scene. To honor their contributions, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau is bringing back Miami-Dade Farmers Month, from November 1-30, 2024. All month long, special deals …

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St. Bonaventure Family Festival in Davie features rides for adults and kids, games and food vendors. Entry, parking and entertainment are free.  Pay for rides, food and games. Family Festival  in 2024 5  p.m. -11 p.m. November 8 1 p.m. – 11 p.m. November 9 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. November 10 The venue is …

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Holiday festivities at a park in Fort Lauderdale include live local performances, bounce houses and train rides. It’s a merry event. Entry is free.  Parking is free. Light Up Carter Park 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday, December 13 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-828-5411 The event includes face painting and a holiday tree …

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Where can you find performances of Afro-Cuban dance, samba percussion, taiko drumming, merengue music, rumba dance and Polynesian hula? At HistoryMiami’s annual Culture Fest 305 on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free, but advance registration is required. This is truly a folklife festival that celebrates human enthusiasm and …

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If you’re a fan of fried ravioli, pizza and other Italian fare, save your appetite for Feast of Little Italy Italian Festival in Jupiter.  Entry is free for the event, which includes food for purchase, live music, bocce, art, food demonstrations and wine seminars. There will be lots of authentic Italian food for sale. Feast …

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Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church will present a free “Ukrainian Christmas Traditions” concert featuring “Carols of the Bells” plus food, crafts and more starting at 4 p.m. Saturday, December 7, 2024. The event will begin at 4 p.m. with food, crafts and more. The “Carols of the Bells” concert will begin at 5:30 …

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Displays featuring artwork from professional and student artists, live performances and interactive workshops are included at Art & Music Fest in the Pines in Pembroke Pines. The popular event  in 2024 is 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, November 2 and 12 p.m. to  5 p.m. Sunday, November 3, with free entry. Feel free to supply …

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