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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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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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During Miami winters, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden 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 gorgeous magical garden is scheduled to open on Nov. 15, 2024 through Jan. 12, 2025. Feast your eyes …

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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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Sanborn Square in downtown Boca Raton will be taken over by tents and tables of artists and throngs of art lovers three weekends this winter for the Boca Raton Fine Arts Show. In addition to the juried art show and youth art competition, there will be live music, entertainment and food vendors. This outdoor art …

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