Posted by: There is always so much to see and do during the month of December, it's not easy to cover everything going on in the greater Palm Beach area, but we've done our best to compile a list of some of the best of the best from a frugal standpoint.
Please check back with us since we will be adding more events as the information becomes available.
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Tree Lightings & Displays
Santa Photos
The holiday magic returns! Santa photo experiences in South Florida
Santa has arrived at The Mall at Wellington Green, 10300 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. Photo opportunities will be available through Dec. 24, 2025, at The Ice Palace. Hours will vary. Visit shopwellingtongreen.com/events.
Street Parades
Holiday street parades in Palm Beach County for 2025, from Dec. 3 to Dec. 14
Attractions
Zoo Lights has advance discounts on certain days, Palm Beach Zoo
Holiday Music & Entertainment
Free: Tuba Christmas concerts in Boca, Jupiter & Plantation, Dec. 7, 13, 20
Chanukah & Hanukkah
Mall Happenings & more!
CityPlace holiday events, West Palm Beach, now through Dec. 31
Winter Wonderland at The Ben, West Palm Beach, has skating and more
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What else is happening in South Florida:
- Walk-through holiday lights display at Hard Rock in Hollywood offers discounts
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- Indoor Winter Wonderland exhibit in Plantation offers free entry & events
- Dancing lights and festive displays light up Coral Springs
- Holi-Days events at Old School Square, Delray Beach, through Dec. 23
- Lanterns & Lights at Safari Nights, Lion Country Safari
- Zoo Lights has advance discounts on certain days, Palm Beach Zoo
- Winter Wonderland in Tamarac features bounce houses, games and entertainment
- Free Symphony In Lights holiday display at Gulfstream Village in Hallandale Beach
- Holiday Fantasy of Lights drive-through in Coconut Creek
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