Santa on the river in Broward

When he's not in his workshop, Santa is often out and about in South Florida. He's waving to fans & posing for snapshots. 

Among his favorite places are Fort Lauderdale beach and the Middle River in Wilton Manors. 

Events at the beach & on the river in 2026 with Santa in Broward

Fort Lauderdale

Santa and his elves are distributing treats at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, at the beach in Fort Lauderdale. The venue is Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, 1100 Seabreeze Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale 33316.

Wilton Manors

Santa and his reindeer on a water sleigh navigate the Middle River in Wilton Manors at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 14, weather permitting. Spectators watch Santa from local parks on the waterway. Santa usually hangs out on land for a bit prior to hopping aboard. At 5:30 p.m., Santa sets off on his watercraft from the Colohatchee Park Boat Ramp, 1975 NE 15th Avenue, Wilton Manors. Boaters are free to participate. 

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