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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. 15, 2024 through Jan. 12, 2025. Feast your eyes …

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Beautiful Deering Estate lights up for the holidays with a variety of activities. From November, 2024 to January, 2025 the estate, at 16701 SW 72nd Ave., is decked out in special vintage decor. Historic Holidays: Caroling Through the Season Daily, from Nov. 29, 2024 to Jan. 7, 2025 10 a.m.-5 p.m., gates close at 4 …

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Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church will present a free “Ukrainian Christmas Traditions” concert featuring “Carols of the Bells” plus food, crafts and more starting at 4 p.m. Saturday, December 7, 2024. The event will begin at 4 p.m. with food, crafts and more. The “Carols of the Bells” concert will begin at 5:30 …

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If you appreciate taking your own interesting holiday photos, South Florida offers some wonderful, whimsical, and festive displays. Adorable selfies. Pose with pals. Broward, Dade and greater Palm Beach offer lots of opportunities in 2024 for impressive Instagramable pictures. Plenty of places and events with holiday decor are free. Snow in Dania Dania Pointe shopping …

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Start your new Year with some fabulous music and fireworks! Orchestra Miami, Miami’s premiere professional orchestra, invites you to ring in the New Year with a spectacular free beachfront concert in which Latin meets jazz meets classical music. This free, family-friendly event will take place on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, on the beach in Collins …

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After 40 years, the annual Miami tradition that is Santa’s Enchanted Forest will not be returning for 2024. The attraction announced its closing on Instagram. Santa’s Enchanted Forest will be closed for the 2024 season as we reflect on four magical decades of cherished memories and plans for the future. As a beloved South Florida …

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When you’re ready to start fresh and begin 2024 with renewed hope and vigor, here’s an idea for New Year’s Day.  What: “1ONE New Year’s Day Celebration“ When: Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, from 3 to 8 p.m. Where: Julia & Henry’s, 200 E. Flagler St., Miami. This is a free block party event that includes …

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Once again, South Florida’s largest New Year’s Eve celebration will be at Bayfront Park in downtown Miami from 6 p.m. Dec. 31, 2023 to 12 a.m. Jan. 1, 2024, for a Bayfront New Year. Showtime: 8 p.m. General admission tickets are free with RSVP and include premium entertainment with concert and fireworks display. VIP prices …

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If you have kids, you probably don’t want to wait until midnight to ring in the New Year, so as the Christmas Wonderland comes to a close, it is offering a 9 p.m. interactive countdown and confetti blast.  What: Early family-friendly Rockin’ Eve celebration When: Sunday, New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31 Where: Christmas Wonderland at …

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New Year’s Eve and dining on the cheap don’t usually go hand-in-hand, but when you do your research you can enjoy the festivities without breaking the bank. From Spanish tapas to an evening of Italian cuisine with bocce or bowling, we have you covered. New Year’s Eve Dining Options in Miami Bulla Gastropub in Coral …

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