HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS AND FESTIVE SEASONAL EVENTS
This is a list of reader-submitted public, in-person events. CDC social distancing and other guidelines may apply. Please use the contact information to verify details. All programs and activities are subject to change without notice.
Holiday Toy Drive & Amazon Wish List for Children’s Diagnostic & Treatment Center, 9 a.m.5:30 p.m. Dec. 13-15. CDTC 1401 S. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. 954-728-1040 or shop online at childrensdiagnostic.org/toy-shop.
Toys for Tots, Dec. 13-19. Drop off new, unwrapped toys for children of all ages at any Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Fire Station. Fire Rescue is working with the United States Marine Corps to make a child smile this holiday season. Station 51 will be handing out toys by Santa during a parade on Friday Dec. 17 in Western Boca Raton. Contact your local station for details.
Pet Night with Santa, Miami, 6-8 p.m. Dec. 13. Pet parents and their fur babies are invited to join the fun and make some jolly. Dolphin Mall, 11401 NW 12th St., Miami. 305-365-7446. shopdolphinmall.com/events. Free.
Paws & Claus, Boynton Beach, 6-8 p.m. Dec. 13. Dog and cat owners are invited to mix and mingle as they get their favorite pet’s photos taken with Santa. Boynton Beach Mall, 801 N. Congress Ave. 561-736-7900. boyntonbeachmall.com.
Holidays in The Square, West Palm Beach, 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. nightly Dec. 13-31, The Square will transform into a winter wonderland with a Wishing Tree lightshow and live musical performances Dec. 17; plus an outdoor pajama party Dec. 18, and much more. The Square, 700 S. Rosemary Ave. thesquarewestpalm.com. Special event parking of $15 starts at 3 p.m.
Holiday Concert, Plantation, 7 p.m. Dec. 13. Classics performed by the Plantation Chamber Orchestra & Choir. Volunteer Park Community Center, 12050 W. Sunrise
Blvd. 954-452-2558.
Winter Wonderland Christmas Tree Extravaganza, Plantation, 10 a.m.4:30 p.m. Dec. 14-30. Annual holiday exhibit features over 45 themed Christmas trees. Plantation Historical Museum, 511 N. Fig Tree Lane. 954-797-2722. plantation.org/museum. Free.
The Nightmare Before Christmas, Fort Lauderdale, 7-8:30 p.m. Dec. 15. Outdoor holiday movie night viewing for the whole family. Fort Lauderdale Woman’s Club, 20 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. 954-3577444. broward.libnet.info/ event/5788357. Free.
Annual Holiday Open House, Pembroke Pines, 6-8 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday through Dec. 16. City of Pembroke Pines Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center Campus, 301 NW 103rd Ave. Face masks required inside. RSVP at 954-450-6888 or email sfelix@ppines.com.
12th annual ‘HoliGay’ Celebration & Toy Drive, Miami Beach, 6-9 p.m. Dec. 16. LGBT Visitor Center, Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, 1130 Washington Ave., 1st Floor. 305-673-4440. Bring an unwrapped toy. RSVP at gaybizmiami.com.
Holiday Movies by Moonlight, Fort Lauderdale, 6:30-9 p.m. Dec. 16. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends to enjoy movies for all ages. Snacks and drinks are available to purchase. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Oceanside Park, A1A and Las Olas Boulevard. theloopflb.com/ events.
Holiday concert and singalong, Boynton Beach, 7-8:30 p.m. Dec. 16. Gold Coast Band performs. First Baptist Church, 301 N. Seacrest Blvd. Get tickets at bit.ly/3q7NSR5. $10.
Senior Center’s Holiday Party, Boynton Beach, 1-3 p.m. Dec. 17. Senior Center. 1021 S. Federal Highway. Senior Center registration required to attend. 561-7426570. boynton-beach.org $3-$5.
Meals on Wheels Holiday Gift Box Program Volunteers, Plantation,
8 a.m.-4 p.m. through Dec. 17. Volunteers are needed to sort, wrap, pack and deliver gift boxes for homebound seniors. Meals on Wheels SFL Headquarters, 451 N. State Road 7. Register at 954-714-7922 or mowsoflo/ org./holidayopportunities.
Garden of Lights at Flamingo Gardens, Davie, 5-10 p.m. Dec. 17-30. Annual holiday event features an after-hours, self-guided walk through the holiday adorned garden. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. 954-473-2955. flamingogardens.org. $9.95$12.95.
Santa’s Workshop: Meet & Greet with Santa, Miami, 5-7 p.m. Dec. 17, 18, and 24. Breakfast with Santa 9-11 a.m. Dec. 19; and Holiday Marketplace open daily through Dec. 26. InterContinental Miami, Grove Ballroom, 100 Chopin Plaza. 305-577-1000. icmiamihotel. com/winter-wonderland. Prices vary.
Winter Festival, Margate, 6-10 p.m. Dec. 17. Features rides for children, arts and crafts activities, music, and food vendors. Presented by the Margate Parks and Recreation Dept. 954-972-6458. Margate Boulevard and State Road 7. margatefl.com. Free admission.
Symphonic Band holiday concert, Davie, 7:309:30 p.m. Dec. 17. Join us for a variety of selections performed by the percussion ensemble, brass choir, and woodwinds from Broward College. Bailey Hall, 3501 Davie Road. 954-201-6843. bit.ly/3dANEKN. Free.
Family Holiday, West Palm Beach, 8-10 p.m. Dec. 17-18; and 2-4 p.m. Dec.19. Actor’s Rep Theatre, 1000 N. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. 561-833- 7529. Get tickets at actorsrep.org/familyholiday. $15-$25.
North Pole Pajama Party, Fort Lauderdale, 9-11 a.m. Dec. 18. “The Polar Express” in the IMAX Theater starts at 11 a.m. Museum of Discovery & Science, 401 SW Second St. $20-$30. mods.org/northpole.
’Musicthon’ & Pet photos, Palm Beach Gardens, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 18. Features performances by students in the Palm Beach County schools to benefit Make A Wish Foundation. Pet photos 7-9 p.m. Dec. 19. Make your fur baby photo reservations at 561-775-7750. The Gardens Mall, one mile east of I-95 on PGA Boulevard. thegardensmall.com.
Voices of Angels: Miami Children’s Chorus annual
holiday concert, Coral Gables, 6-7:30 p.m. Dec. 18. First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables, 536 Coral Way. bit.ly/3DDrrq2. $15.
Winter Wonderland, Riviera Beach, 6-8 p.m. Dec. 18. Features holiday lights and snow, plus live entertainment for the whole family, including a 9-hole putt-putt course and holiday ice skating rink for $5 per person. Riviera Beach Marina Village, 190 E. 13th St. 561-844-3408. eventbrite. com/e/183511476767. Free.
Zoo Lights, Miami, 6:3010 p.m. Friday-Saturday through Dec. 18. Features a million bright animal shaped lights and dazzling tree lights and a 26-foot-tall LED holiday tree. Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152nd St. 305-251-0400. See zoomiami.org for more holiday activities and animal encounters. $16.95-$20.95.
47th annual Holiday Boat Parade, Boca Raton, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 18. Boats will light up the waterways beginning at the C-15 Canal, traveling south, with bleacher viewing at Red Reef Park. myboca.us/specialevents.
Home for the Holidays & Victorian Christmas tours, Fort Lauderdale, Holiday tours are available in time increments starting at 7
p.m. Dec. 18-23 with a maximum of 10 visitors per tour. Historic Stranahan House & Museum, 335 SE Sixth Ave. RSVP: 954-524-4736. stranahanhouse.org/events. Home for the Holidays $50; Christmas tours $30.
Holiday Screen on the Green, Pompano Beach, 7-10 p.m. Dec. 18. Festive family movie night with the new classic “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey.” Parks & Recreation: 954-786-4111. Refreshments available. 1700 NE Eighth St. Free. parks. pompanobeachfl.gov.
Sounds of The Season with New World Symphony, Miami Beach, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 18. Outdoor Wallcast concert, open to the pubic. 305-673-3331. New World Center, 500 17th St., Miami Beach. nws.edu. Tickets not required.
Santa’ Post at Command Centre open, Miami, 1-5 p.m. through Dec. 19. Visit the dedicated Santa Centre at the garden deck. Kids can sit on Santa’s lap for a complimentary photo. Brickell City Centre, 701 S. Miami Ave. 305-350-9922. brickellcitycentre.com. Free.
A Seraphic Fire Christmas, Miami, 4-5:30 p.m. Dec. 19. Socially distanced seating. 786-573-5300. Miami-Dade County Auditorium, 2901 W. Flagler St. Tickets available at smdcac. org. $20-$55.
’Thank Yule’ for Being a Friend, Fort Lauderdale, 4-5:30 p.m.; multiple shows through Dec. 19. Island City Stage, 2304 N. Dixie Highway. 917-524-9072. bit.ly/3DFcNio. $15-$45.
Bee Gees Christmas, Fort Lauderdale, 8 p.m. Dec. 22. Deck the halls with disco balls this year. The Parker, 707 NE Eighth St. 954-462-0222. browardcenter.org/events. $39.50-$67.50.
Garden of Lights, West Palm Beach, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday, through Dec. 23. Features thousands of jewel-toned lights to illuminate and amplify the lush tropical foliage, majestic trees, and signature structures along an easy-to-follow route. Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 N. Military Trail. $7-$15. mounts.org.