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The Humane Society of Greater Miami is hosting its annual Holiday Lights for the Animals event at the Soffer and Fine Adoption Center, 16101 W. Dixie Highway, in North Miami Beach on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. There will be food trucks, rides and games, caroling and treats, plus give-aways and even a …

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Jingle Bell Block Party in Fort Lauderdale offers a petting zoo, trackless train, and games. Santa is included in the festivities.  Jingle Bell Block Party in 2023 is 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, December 2, and the event is free. The event includes a toy drive for dropping off new, unwrapped family board games …

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The Merrick Festival Caroling Competition, featuring choirs from South Florida middle schools and high schools, is back for 2023. And you can watch the performances free of charge, from Nov. 29 through Dec. 3, 2023, with an awards show on Tuesday, Dec., 5, at 550 Biltmore Way in Coral Gables. The event is called “Rejoice …

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Plenty of things to do and entertainment are featured at Light Up Sistrunk. In 2023, the event is 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. December 1 and entry is free. Light Up  includes photo ops with Santa, a kids area and health fair. Other features slides tree lighting 7 p.m. Sensational Soul Dana’B live entertainment free …

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Santa, holiday entertainment, & interactive fun for youngsters are featured  at the Tamarac Holiday Lighting.  Photo ops are plentiful. The Light Up event in 2023 is 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. November 30, and entry is free. For an interesting spin, Santa is arriving at the event on a boat. Light-up displays and entertainment include …

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Entry is free for a festive Holiday Village in Oakland Park, with Santa, snow slide and ice skating rink. Holiday Village in 2023 is 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, December 1, and 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, December 2, at Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park  33334. Free parking is …

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Miami-Dade County Parks are a great deal year-round for enjoying our fantastic “winter” weather, and they’re an even better option for inexpensive Winter Break camps.  During the two-week break, parks in all corners of the county offering camps that include fitness, arts and crafts, sports and several field trips for students age 6-14. Camps run …

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Sparkling holiday lights will dazzle at Downtown Doral Park and Government Center during Park and Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Dec. 1 from 6-9 p.m. The family-friendly festivities will feature holiday entertainment featuring carolers, face painting, holiday character appearances and live performances and pictures with Santa for $5 per print. Tickets for photos with Santa …

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