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Santa’s Wonderland is back at Bass Pro Shops, and you’re invited to enjoy this Christmas village. Santa arrives on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 at 5 p.m. and the festivities will include a tree lighting, seasonal treats and a free kids’ giveaway of a Bass Christmas plush toy. From November 2 to December 24, 2025, get …
Beautiful Deering Estate lights up for the holidays with a variety of activities. From November 28, 2025 to January 6, 2026 the estate, at 16701 SW 72nd Ave., is decked out in special vintage decor. Historic Holidays: Golden Age of Travel Daily, from Nov. 28, 2025 to Jan. 6, 2026 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., …
The wacky 42nd King Mango Strut Parade, known for being a spoof of the year’s craziest, most outrageous headlines, of which there are plenty in Miami, weaves through the streets of Downtown Coconut Grove on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at 2 p.m. Watch as marching groups, homemade floats and makeshift mascots parade down Main Highway. …
Ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve without breaking the bank in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach County for adults and kids.
Fort Lauderdale is offering free New Year’s Eve festivities including an outdoor street party with a lighted anchor drop. Music entertainment includes DJ Penn House. The Fort Lauderdale Downtown Countdown includes bounce houses, inflatables and games. The event in 2025 is 4:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. December 31, at Southwest Second Street and Southwest Fifth …
If you appreciate taking your own interesting holiday photos, South Florida offers some wonderful, whimsical, and festive displays. Adorable selfies. Pose with pals. Broward, Dade and greater Palm Beach offer lots of opportunities for impressive Instagramable pictures. Plenty of places and events with holiday decor are free. Snow in Dania Dania Pointe shopping and …
Festive lights, a dapper 20-foot tropical snowman named Olas, and entertainment are featured at Fort Lauderdale beach and Las Olas Oceanside Park. Holiday displays, photo ops, and lots of events are free. Las Olas Oceanside Park or LOOP is at 3000 E. Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale 33316. Events for 2024 include: Olas The …
For some folks on your holiday list, including yourself, handmade items are ideal gifts. Learn how to make them at a DIY hands-on event at Broward library. Broward Main Library in Fort Lauderdale is offering DIY workshops and demonstrations and DJ entertainment 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, December 13, with free entry , and …
Want to buy the perfect gift all while avoiding the mall? South Florida has great cultural institutions and other attractions with amazing gift shops. Many of these destinations and venues also offer memberships as a gift. Give the one you love a year-long experience that will truly be unforgettable. You’re likely to find one-of-a-kind items, …
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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