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The annual Miami tradition that is Santa’s Enchanted Forest is returning in November and celebrating its 40th Anniversary.  The popular holiday theme park is known for its carnival rides, shows, games and towering trees laden with twinkling lights. Dubbed the “World’s Largest Holiday Theme Park,” Santa’s Enchanted Forest, it is scheduled for Nov. 9, 2023-Jan. …

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Snow flurries are featured at Dania Pointe, a shopping, dining and entertainment plaza in Dania. The displays with festive holiday songs are free. Posing with real snowmen is free. Parking is free. Let It Snow display Snow flurries 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays November 24-December 24 Snow flurries 7 p.m. Sundays November …

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The Jubilate Vocal Ensemble and the Jubilate String Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Nelson Hall, will lead a community sing-along of Georg Friederich Händel’s Messiah at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 12, at the Ancient Spanish Monastery, 16711 W. Dixie Highway, North Miami, Florida. All singers are welcome to participate, and call time is at …

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For a visual treat, festive light displays are delightful.  A free walkup display in North Broward offers lovely photo ops. The lights displays in 2023 are 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in December on the lawn at Coral Springs city hall, 9500 West Sample Road, Coral Springs 33065.  Lighted displays include an 11-foot teddy bear, …

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Hanukkah fairs and other events enhance the holiday with fun and yummy food in South Florida.  Hanukkah celebrates the victory of the Maccabees, a Jewish army, over the Syrian-Greek army, which enabled them to reclaim and rededicate the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. But, there was only enough oil to keep the candles lighted for one …

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For the winter holidays, South Florida lights up with oodles of dazzling parades. Holiday boat parades and street parades are a delightful seasonal tradition with family and friends. Some events feature toy drives, if you’d like to drop off  an unwrapped present. Parades are among the many free and cheap holiday events in South Florida. …

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Happy Hanukkah! Broward County organizations have planned a number of public events to celebrate Hanukkah this year. The Jewish holiday falls on different days every year in the English calendar. In 2023, Hanukkah will be observed from sundown on Thursday, Dec. 7, through Friday evening, Dec. 15. Hanukkah celebrates both a military victory and a …

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Holiday festivities from different regions of the world are featured at an event in North Broward.  Entry fees are $10-$15 and registration is required. Holiday Cultures of Winter in 2023 includes 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. December 14 & December 15 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. December 16 The event includes entertainment, games, food, photo …

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Jungle Island’s Luminosa attraction is back in 2023. It is scheduled to run through February 28, 2024. Luminosa includes 40 giant lantern exhibits, featuring mythical jungle wildlife, submerged Atlantis, ancient Asian dynasties and legendary Latin culture. Luminosa takes guests on a journey through 13 acres, using light to explore mythical kingdoms.  Hours are 5:30 p.m. …

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You are invited to celebrate Chanukah (Hanukkah) with Downtown Jewish and Palm Beach Synagogue at The Square. Festivities include a menorah lighting and special treats and activities for kids. Admission is free. When: Monday, Dec. 11, 2023 from 5 to 7 p.m. Where: The Square, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach To keep up …

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