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The players at Fantasy Theatre Factory will be performing “Scrooge: A Fractured Christmas Carol,” a new take on the classic story for kids of all ages. When: Saturdays & Sundays through Dec. 23, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. Thursday & Friday, Dec. 21-22, at 7 p.m. Where: Sandrell Rivers Theater, 6103 NW 7th Ave, Miami. Cost: $5 …

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Regal is showing classic holiday movies on select weekends for just $5.  In addition, if you’re a Regal Crown Club or Unlimited member, you can bring a friend for FREE.  From Nov. 26 to Dec. 23, 2024 on Saturdays and Sundays, the chain will feature a family-favorite holiday film for all to enjoy back on the big …

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Deering Estate is already gleaming with holiday decor and now you can visit this gorgeous estate at night for holiday fun during the South Dade Winter Spectacular hosted by Commissioner Cohen Higgins from 5-9 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to catch a special outdoor …

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Families can enjoy holiday cheer right before Christmas during the free Winter Wonderland holiday celebration on Thursday, Dec. 21 from 6-10 p.m. at Griffing Park in North Miami. At the event hosted by North Miami Vice Mayor Mary Estime-Irvin, you can squeeze in some last-minute holiday shopping at their holiday market while the kids enjoy …

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It’s not too late to visit Santa and enjoy “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” This free event will also feature food trucks, music, face painting and more. What: Holiday Movie Night in the park When: Thursday, 4-9 p.m., Dec. 21 Where: Biscayne Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd. For more information, visit Bayfront Park Holiday Movie Night & …

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Jungle Island is host to a Christmas-themed circus production, “Jungle Bells Cirque,” and we’ve found a deal that will let you see it for less. Not only will you get to see the show, but the ticket entitles you to a full day’s admission to Jungle Island. This is the plot of the 90-minute (with …

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The good news is that the weather won’t change these upcoming events. So, whether you are looking for some arts and crafts at Santa’s workshop or a holiday movie and pajama party, Everglades Outpost has just the thing. Normal hours of operation are Friday through Tuesday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. But Saturdays in December, …

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This holiday season, prepared to be dazzled and amazed when you experience a series of dazzling spectaculars of music and light as the Miami Beach Holiday Festival of Lights takes to South Beach Dec. 1-23 at various locations.   Presented by the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival (MMF), a nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable, world-class musical instruction …

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During Miami winters, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden transforms itself into The NightGarden, an enchanted, illuminated experience full of fantasy and wonderment – where things like the Wise Talking Tree, Archimedes and Flying Fairies come to life. This gorgeous magical garden is scheduled to open on Nov. 10, 2023, and run through January 7, 2024. The …

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On Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., the public is invited to celebrate the annual Merrick Holiday Open House in Coral Gables. There will be music, vendors, carolers, food, and a visit from Santa Claus.  Admission is FREE. Coral Gables Merrick House, 907 Coral Way Coral Gables, FL 33134. Free parking …

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Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! So goes the classic holiday song and although in Miami that’s never going to happen, it will magically appear at Dolphin Mall. The 19th Annual Magical Snowfall tradition will kick off Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023, and happen nightly through Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, at Ramblas Plaza. …

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