Looking for Christmas Events in South Florida?

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If you’re looking for Christmas events in South Florida, you’ll want to check out this list

Sure, snow isn’t a thing in this part of the country. But that has never been able to stop the lively people of South Florida from having a festive Christmas.

From Miami to Fort Lauderdale, South Florida is offering amazing, super fun Christmas activities and events. So, buckle up for some of the best shows and Christmas events in South Florida! Even our introductory list will keep you busy throughout the month.

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Here is a quick guide to Christmas Events in South Florida for December 2019

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The Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade

Dates: December 14, 2019

Location: New River to the Intracoastal Waterway in Fort Lauderdale and Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach

The Winterfest Boat Parade, sponsored by the Seminole Hard Rock Casino might be the biggest holiday event in South Florida. Drawing around a million spectators each year, this 12-mile boat parade, often called “Greatest Show on H20,” will have plenty of fun activities and light displays.

Showboats, private boats, and mega yachts will all be decorated with Christmas décor and fabulous lights.

Grand Marshal – Bret Michaels of Poison

The hairband rocker Bret Michaels (Poison), will be the Grand Marshal for the 49th annual Winterfest Boat Parade. You can secure the more prime viewing points using tickets or hotel and restaurant packages. But if you are willing to see early, you can still score a good spot for free.

General admission is free. But seats in the Grandstand Viewing Area range from $25 to $30.

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Zoo Lights

Dates: December 5 – December 29, 2019

Location: Palm Beach Zoo

Are you a fan of those beautiful, mesmerizing, sparkling lights like me?

Then Palm Beach Zoo is a must-visit spot for you this Christmas because it is about to get lit beautifully.

You can enjoy breathtaking displays made up of more than one million eco-friendly lights every night and get involved in festive activities like cookie decorating, holiday-themed animal encounters, and photos with Santa. So, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

This event represents Palm Beach Zoo’s inaugural year of getting in on the Lights, so it is going to be amazing, and will soon be on the list of must-attend Christmas events in South Florida. Admission is $7.95 to $9.95 for members and $12.95 to $14.95 for non-members.

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Miami City Ballet’s The Nutcracker

Dates: December 15- December 29, 2019

Location: Miami Arsht Center

Follow Marie and everyone’s favorite Nutcracker into a magical land with more than 100 dancers bringing the stunning winter wonderland to life. Battle the Mouse King, get to meet toy soldiers and discover a glittering forest of dancing Snowflakes.

Experience the adventure that unfolds in George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker courtesy of Miami City Ballet. You’ll be captivated by the extraordinary music played by the live orchestra. It’s truly one of the best Christmas shows in Miami, and the price isn’t too bad either.

Tickets start at $30.

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Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant

Dates: Through December 15, 2019

Location: First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale

Enjoy the Broadway-style Christmas show at First Baptist that’s being referred to as part of the reason for the season.

Combining the story of the first Christmas with contemporary holiday songs and dance numbers, the annual 36th pageant will feature more than 300 performers along with live animals that we all know kids love like crazy. The award-winning stage show is bringing a fresh twist with new circus elements this year.

Tickets range from $16 to $63.

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Christkindl Market

Location: American-German Club of the Palm Beaches

Date: December 7 -December 8, 2019

Experience the local version of German Christmas hosted by the American-German Club.

You’ll enjoy Christmas gingerbread houses, ornament stations holiday carolers, and an appearance by the jolly old man himself.

And yeah, indulgence in German food and drink favorites like brats, strudel, potato pancakes, and the traditional hot spiced wine served in souvenir mugs is a must. Seeing all the excellent offerings, Christkindl Market has to be a part of the best Christmas events in South Florida list.

Admission is $10 at the door while kids 12 and under get in free.

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Sandi Land

Date: December 5 –December 31, 2019

Location: West Palm Beach

You live in Florida, so you must have an affinity for the beach, yes?

Waterfront Great Lawn transforms the oceanfront setting this Christmas with 35-feet tall and a whopping 700 tons Christmas tree made out of… what else? Sand.

Sandi is accompanied by a light and music show on the quarter-hour each night, making it even more enchanting. And the fun doesn’t end here, Sandi Land will also be welcoming you to a nine-hole mini-golf course as well as photo opp stations for those all-important Christmas selfies.

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Bayfront Holiday Village

Date: Through Christmas Day

Location: Bayfront Park

If we say the Bayfront Holiday Village is going to be Miami’s new one-stop-fun spot for family fun throughout the season, that would not be incorrect.

Enjoy gliding in the winter wonderland at the Bayskate area. You can get unique gifts from a range of local artisans. Then, relaxed with your spiked eggnog as you enjoy a fantastic view of the lights glistening over Biscayne Bay.

This event is in the hear of the entertainment area and food court with an impressive, 50-foot Christmas tree at the park’s center that sparkles with a Miami-style light show.

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Trans-Siberian Orchestra – A Christmas Event Tradition in South Florida and Beyond

Location: BB&T Center

Dates: December 13

Are you a fan of the band’s 1996 Christmas Eve and Other Stories album? Then you must know Trans-Siberian Orchestra is bringing back the magic of those melodies that started it all with a few other hits from their catalog mixed in with the Christmas collection.

So, get ready to get in the Christmas spirit and enjoy the mix of holiday classics with guitar riffs and leather. You can just hear the music in your head right now, can’t you?

Tickets range $35.25 to $75.25

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Still Looking for More Christmas Events in South Florida?

While we’ve got some of the best Christmas events in South Florida covered on our list, there are so many more things to do. Catch a light show, enjoy some Christmas cookies, and drive around neighborhoods to enjoy the decorations, skating, carolling, and so much more.

So, be sure to bookmark our Holidays and Gift Ideas section, as we’ll be churning out more ideas and information to enhance the experience. You can also check out the South Florida Events Calendar powered by Evvnt, as it’s updated daily.

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