Posted by: 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 more. Plus, following the annual tree lighting, most of these venues continue to offer festivities throughout the holiday season.
Holiday Tree Lightings & Santa Sightings for 2025
The following events are listed alphabetically from November through December; please scroll down, and check back with us as more are added. Admission is usually free but some activities and rides require tickets.
Christmas Tree Lighting / photo by Tim Mossholder
Listings are alphabetical
Boca Raton
Holiday Extravaganza at BRIC
Santa, train rides, food trucks, magic & more, Boca Raton, Nov. 20
Holiday Kickoff event at The Shops at Boca Center
- When: Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
- Where: The Shops at Boca Center, 5150 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton.
- Features: Live holiday music performances, and photos with Santa (for a $10 donation benefiting the Boca Raton Toy Drive). There will also be cookie decorating, letters to Santa, and other activities.
Tree lighting ceremony, Mizner Park
- When: Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m.
- Where: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton.
- Features: Selfie Photos with Santa, costumed elves, snowman & reindeer, live music performances, food vendors, and more.
For more details on seasonal events and activities through Dec. 31 for Boca Jolly Days & Merry in Mizner, visit myboca.us.
Boynton Beach
Holiday Tree Lighting
- When: Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Centennial Park & Amphitheater, 120 E Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach
- Features: Holiday music, food vendors, children's activities, performers, trackless train rides, holiday gift market, and a visit from Santa.
MORE EVENTS: The Boynton Beach Holiday Street Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. in Downtown. The Holiday Boat Parade is on Friday, Dec. 12, from 6 to 9 p.m.
For details about FREE Santa Photos, visit this post for more information.
Delray Beach
Holiday Happenings, tree lighting & Santa
- Features: Crafts, Trackless Train, Face Painting, Performers, Activities, Hot Cocoa, and Music.
- Free
Tree Lighting, Holiday Village & Yuletide Street Fair
- When: Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Along Atlantic and Swinton avenues, Old School Square, and Pineapple Grove.
- Features: Holiday Village, with Gingerbread Ticket House, Carousel ($5), ice-skating ($5), and Mini Golf ($5); plus 100-foot walk-through tree, food vendors, musical performances, crafts, shopping and holiday surprises.
Holiday Village will remain open through Dec. 31.
Greenacres
Holiday in the Park
- When: Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park, 2905 Jog Road, Greenacres,
- Features: Christmas tree lighting, Santa, amusements, school performances, face painting, arts and crafts, and carolers. Food and refreshments available for purchase.
Holiday in the Park, Greenacres
Jupiter
Tree Lighting & Santa arrival
- When: Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, kick-off at 5 p.m.
- Where: Harbourside Place, 200 U.S. Route 1, Jupiter,
- Features: Local vendors, holiday performances, including The Knights of Steel steel band from The Pine School, family activities, sips & bites, a photo booth, and a visit from Santa.
Lake Worth Beach
Tree Lighting and Meet & Greet Santa!
- When: Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Cultural Plaza, Lake Worth Beach
- Features: Tree lighting with Santa, performances and family activities.
- Cost: Free admission; vendor prices vary.
Palm Beach Gardens
Tree Lighting with Santa
- When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m., with tree lighting at 5:45 p.m.
- Where: The Gardens North County District Park, 5101 117th Court N., from 4 to 7 p.m.
- Features: Santa arrives on a fire truck, holiday music, food vendors, inflatables, and a Silent DJ Party. Plus, there will be a Mistletoe Market with local vendors, Silent DJ Party, and Riverside Youth Enrichment Center choir performance 5:30 p.m.
Palm Springs
Holiday Tree Lighting, Menorah & Santa Sleigh Parade
- EVENT: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025: Tree Lighting and Menorah presentation 6-9 p.m.
- Features: Music by local schools, complimentary cookies and hot cocoa plus photo opportunities with Santa Claus.
- EVENT: Saturday, Dec. 20: Santa Sleigh Parade, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Where: Village Courtyard, 226 Cypress Lane, Palm Springs.
Royal Palm Beach
Free: Winter Festival has seasonal fun for kids in Royal Palm Beach, Dec. 6
Wellington
Holiday Cultural Celebration & Tree Lighting
Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Location: Wellington Amphitheater, at 12100 Forest Hill Blvd.
Features: Live performances, Santa on site, vendors, activities and family fun in an effort to celebrate Wellington's ethnic diversity and dynamic culture.
West Palm Beach
Wrapped in Wonder
- When: Holiday events continue through Dec. 24.
- Where: CityPlace, 700 S Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach
- Free admission
Featured activities (weather permitting)
- Nightly Snowfalls*
- Light shows
- The Wishing Tree
- Festive music & performances
- Santa selfies**
*Snowfalls occur each evening at 6:30, 7:30 & 8:30 p.m. through Dec. 24.
**Santa Selfies: Friday-Saturday 6-8 p.m.; Sunday 5-7 p.m., in the space next to Sloan's. These are DIY photos; no reservations needed. Santa will take a 8-minute break during the first two snowfalls.
Pet Photos with Santa (DIY): Saturday, Dec. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m.
CityPlace West Palm Beach
Holiday in Paradise, through Dec. 31
When: Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Holiday In Paradise is at the West Palm Beach waterfront on the Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street.
Features: Sandi Tree, plus nightly music, vendors, family-friendly activities and light shows through Tuesday, Dec. 31. Ferris Wheel rides cost $5.
Holiday in Paradise, West Palm Beach
Winter in Paradise: Rhythm & Lights
When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m.
Where: Heart & Soul Park, 825 N. Rosemary Ave.
Admission is free.
Features: Local artisans, food vendors, and live performances from N2Nation: The Sounds of Motown & more.
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