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Whether you just want a selfie or you’ve got kids, pets or the whole family, the Downtown Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (BBCRA) is making it easy for you to grab that special memory. Each event will feature themed activities, live entertainment, complimentary offerings, and a meet-and-greet with Santa Claus.  Snapshots with Santa, from 4 …

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For a twist on festive entertainment, sing along with holiday tunes strummed on ukuleles.  The Florida Ukulele Network presents a Holiday Ukulele Play and Singalong at Broward Library in Fort Lauderdale.  The Ukulele event in 2025 is 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 17, and entry is free. Register online. Parking fees are about …

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The Shops at Boca Center presents Jingle & Mingle: Holiday Cheer Lights & festivities will continue through Dec. 31, 2025. Kickoff event highlights from Nov. 22: Nutcracker Fantasy – Delight in the presence of Nutcracker Stiltwalkers, along with Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy Ballerinas, bringing the magic of the classic tale to life. Santa’s Spectacular …

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Winter in paradise comes early in Palm Beach County, where some venues and malls are already in full swing of hosting holiday trees, “snow” and lights galore. These holiday tree lightings are perfect for the entire family and often include a variety of holiday activities, from free concerts, Santa photos, elf sightings, and a lot …

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Lion Country Safari is doing something different this year, so we thought it was worth mentioning. It’s offering a “get ready to glow” first-ever lantern festival. Lanterns & Lights at Safari Nights When: Select nights, November 2025 through January, 2026, from 6 to 10 p.m. Where: 2003 Lion Country Safari Road, Loxahatchee Price range: $28 …

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Coco Market not only features live music, family activities, artisans and retailers but also wellness vendors, workshops, bounce houses, pet adoptions and more. These seasonal events are held monthly in Delray and Jupiter and everyone is welcome. Coco Market, Delray Beach First Sunday: Jan. 4, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Old School …

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This holiday season, Burger King has a whopper of a gift for fans! Unwrap lots of delicious savings at the popular fast-food restaurant from Dec. 12 to 24, 2025. Each day, BK offers a FREE food item or beverage with a minimum purchase.  Image: Burger King The offers are only available for Royal Perks members …

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This holiday season, Cracker Barrel is inviting families to celebrate this special time of the year with offers sure to bring them lots of joy…and savings. The restaurant is the perfect setting for a family meal or holiday gathering, thanks to all of the hearty comfort food on its menu. Plus, diners can find lots …

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Load up the youngsters. A free drive-in movie is featured in North Broward. Drive-in films in 2025 include: 7 p.m. Saturday, December 13: “Elf” with trackless train rides at 6 p.m. and photo op The venue is the Butterfly parking lot at 5280 NW 40th Street, Coconut Creek 33063, east of the casino. Sign up …

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Treat yourself to free holiday festivities and live entertainment at Broward libraries.  Many branch libraries offer free parking.  Some library events require registering online. Holiday events in 2025 at libraries include Fort Lauderdale Soulful holiday shows and activities are at African American Research Library, 954-357-6282, 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale 33311. Soulful Christmas events feature …

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