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Starting on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, Mizner Park in Boca Raton will be transformed by a sleigh full of winter holiday decorations and public festivities. What: Boca Jolly Days & Merry in Mizner When: Tree Lighting on Nov. 23. Displays and activities extend through Dec. 31. Where: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton Festivities …

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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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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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The Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami is the place to check out groundbreaking and thought-provoking exhibitions and catch live jazz acts on the last Friday of the month during the free Jazz at MOCA. However, it’s also where to go for other free and cheap events. November: MOCA Makers – Body Casting with Shawna …

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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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The Merrick Festival Caroling Competition, featuring choirs from South Florida middle schools and high schools, is back for 2024. And you can watch the performances free of charge, from December 4 through December 8, 2024, with an awards show on Tuesday, December 10, at 550 Biltmore Way in Coral Gables. The event is called “Rejoice …

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Pinecrest Gardens’ Nights of Lights features glittering, larger-than-life installations to celebrate the season in style. Peruse thousands of lights and wander through a holiday-themed maze. This year’s edition is scheduled for Dec. 6, 2024, through Jan. 4, 2025. Hours are 6-9 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. There will be treats and activities for kids and kids at …

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For frugal entertainment, Weston offers occasional outdoor movies that are free for kids and adults.  Outdoor films for 2024 in Weston Regional Park include: 8 p.m. Saturday, October 5: “Ghostbusters Frozen Empire” 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 2: “Wonka” 7:30 p.m. Friday, December 6: “The Polar Express” Weather occasionally postpones plans for outdoor activities, so it’s …

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We may never have a white Christmas, unless the snow is fake, and chestnut roasting on an open fire are unlikely. But despite our tropical winter weather, or maybe because of it, South Florida goes all out for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and the winter holiday season. Palm trees look great in holiday lights, as do …

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Lights dancing to favorite seasonal songs are the draw at a popular outdoor walk-up holiday light show in Plantation Acres.  You must purchase tickets online prior to the event. Christmas Lights in the Acres  is a walk-up display with an impressive light show synchronized to festive tunes. The fee is $10 per vehicle with reservations …

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Treat yourself to live concerts at First Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale. Several are free.  If you’d like, you may make a donation. Free performances in 2024 include: 7 p.m. Saturday, November 2. Festival Singers of Florida concert. 4 p.m. Sunday, December 15. First Presbyterian Church Christmas Concert, free entry with premium tickets for $40. Venue …

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