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Popular and festive, the  Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade features elaborately decorated boats floating in formation on The New River & Intracoastal Waterway in Fort Lauderdale. The event in 2024 is 6:30 p.m. to about 8:30 p.m. Saturday, December 14,  featuring a prime outdoor watch area in Fort Lauderdale with live entertainment, food vendors …

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This year’s annual Wellington Holiday Parade the 40th event and the theme is “Rockin in the Holidays,” presented by the Village of Wellington and the Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce. Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024 Parade begins at 1:30 p.m. Parade Route: Starts near the Community Center, 12150 Forest Hill Blvd., at Wellington Trace and ends at …

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Treat yourself to free holiday festivities and live entertainment at Broward libraries.  Many branch libraries offer free parking.  Some library events require registering online. Holiday events in 2024 at libraries include these. Fort Lauderdale Soulful holiday events at African American Research Library, 954-357-6282, 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale 33311. Winter Wonderland is  2 p.m. to …

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Just like everything else, retailers are expanding the notion of Black Friday (Nov. 29, 2024) and Cyber Monday (Dec. 2, 2024) deals to include, “Cyber Week” sales, and in many cases, monthlong flash sales. This means, the savvy shopper will not have to wait in line for hours to battle a throng of like-minded bargain-seekers …

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Vendors selling handmade items and a Winter Wonderland with snow for kids are featured at a popular holiday festival in Sunrise.  Sunrise Arts and Crafts Festival in 2024 is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, December 14, at Welleby Park, 11100 NW 44th Street, Sunrise 33351. Parking is free. Entry is free for the Arts …

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The Oasis Church in Pembroke Pines hosts Christmas at the Oasis. The event includes train rides, hayrides, snacks, plus nearly a million glistening lights and decorations.  In 2024, the the event is open 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. December 1-25, with a donation of $10 per car for the drive-through and entry fees of $10 per …

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Located just north of downtown West Palm Beach, the Historic Northwest District is a vibrant area that stretches from Banyan Boulevard to Palm Beach Lakes, and from Tamarind Avenue to Rosemary Avenue. The public is invited to attend this community holiday celebration: What: 8th annual Winter in Paradise When: Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, from 5 …

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Sledding. Ice skating. Live holiday music. Las Olas Boulevard is offering its very popular holiday event, and entry is free. In downtown Fort Lauderdale in 2024, Christmas on Las Olas is 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday, December 3, on Las Olas Boulevard, a popular fashion and dining district. The event is from Southeast 6th …

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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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Getting photos with Santa at the mall is a timeless tradition, and the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season. No lines, no fuss. Just friendly staff, a jolly Santa, and the most heartwarming photos to capture the moment! The closer we get to Christmas, the busier photos with Santa events get. It can be …

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Load up the kids and get ready for a sleigh full of fun because for just $5 a car, visitors can participate in a holiday event that has a lot to offer. What: Lakeside Christmas Spectacular When: Saturday, Nov. 30 2024, from 2 to 6 p.m. Where: Lakeside Presbyterian Church, South Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach …

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