Event type: Seasonal
Holiday in Paradise Tree Lighting – Sandi
West Palm Beach lights Sandi, its 700-ton sand Christmas tree, on the downtown waterfront to open Holiday in Paradise. Phoenix5 plays soul, funk, rock, and reggae on the NewDay USA Stage, with holiday favorites from Officers and Gentleman with the Rhythm Chicks. Visitors can also meet Santa and browse the Holiday Gift Boutique in the Lake Pavilion. Ferris rides are $5 per person per ride.
Royal Palm Beach Winter Fest
Royal Palm Beach’s annual Winter Fest fills Commons Park with school choirs, bands, and dance teams, plus craft and food vendors, carnival rides, a skating rink, and a bounce house. The evening builds to the lighting of the 28-foot Christmas tree, followed by photos with Santa. Tribute acts close the night, including a Coldplay tribute and a Taylor Swift tribute.
Santa’s Arrival Parade at The Gardens Mall
Santa arrives at The Gardens Mall with a parade led by the Palm Beach Gardens High School marching band and a cast of holiday characters. The procession ends at Santa’s throne in the Grand Court, opening the mall’s holiday season. Families can stay to visit Santa in his Enchanted Garden in the days that follow.
Lake Worth Beach Tree Lighting
Lake Worth Beach opens the holiday season with its annual tree lighting at the Cultural Plaza. The evening includes photos with Santa, games, arts and crafts, face painting, and live performances before the tree is lit.
Delray’s 100ft Christmas Tree Lighting and Yuletide Festival
Downtown Delray Beach lights its famous 100-foot Christmas tree at Old School Square, with Santa flipping the switch at 7 p.m. The night also brings Santa’s Holiday Village with ice skating, a carousel, and mini golf, plus a closed Atlantic Avenue filled with food, games, carolers, and a silent disco.
Boynton Beach 55th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting
Boynton Beach kicks off the holidays downtown with its 55th annual tree lighting, built around a Grinch and Whoville theme. The evening includes live entertainment, children’s activities, a drone show, holiday market vendors, food, and photo spots across an expanded event area.
54th Annual Boca Raton Holiday Street Parade
Boca Raton’s 54th annual Holiday Street Parade brings decorated floats and community groups along Federal Highway in downtown Boca. Expect dancing, lights, and music from the groups taking part in the evening parade. The city notes the parade route may change because of road work on Federal Highway, with details to come.
Bonfire and Night Market returns to Lake Worth Beach
Friday night on the sand in Lake Worth Beach is back for the season. The city lights the bonfires at the Casino and Beach Complex, local vendors set up for the Night Market, and Hot Gritz plays live while DJ Chico561 keeps the music going between sets.
Bring a lawn chair or a blanket, browse the market stalls, and settle in for three hours by the fire. It is family friendly and free to attend.
Pawliday Sip and Stroll kicks off the holidays at Downtown at the Gardens
Friday evening at Downtown at the Gardens is for the dogs. The Pawliday Sip and Stroll kicks off the holiday season with fall mocktails, dog-friendly vendors, adoptable pups from Furry Friends Humane, and a chance to snap a photo with Santa.
Bring your dog and wander the shops and restaurants with the family, four-legged members included. The evening is free to attend, with drinks and shopping along the way.
Good to know: Times and details can change, so check the organizer listing before you go.