Celebrate the Holiday Season with These Events in The Palm Beaches

📅 Date: November 8 – December 31, 2025

🕒 Time: 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM, AND 8:30 PM

📍 Location: CityPlace, West Palm Beach, FL

Get ready for a snow-filled spectacle under the Florida skies! At CityPlace in downtown West Palm Beach, the plaza transforms into a winter wonderland each evening from 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm, starting November 8 through December 31, 2025 (weather permitting).

Santa’s Arrival Party, Wellington

📅 Date: November 14, 2025

🕒 Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

📍 Location: The Ice Palace in Grand Court, The Mall at Wellington Green, Wellington, FL

Capture the holiday magic with a visit to Santa at The Ice Palace! Book your special moment with Santa and make holiday wishes come true. Book Online Here.

Visit Santa and the Kids’ Corner Holiday Shop at The Gardens Mall – Palm Beach

Gardens Experience Santa’s Enchanted Garden and take photos with Santa in the Grand Court at The Gardens Mall from Nov. 8 to Dec. 24. On weekends, Santa’s stilt-walking elves will spread holiday cheer from 1 to 4 p.m. Families can also visit the Kids’ Corner Holiday Shop, a kids-only shopping zone where little ones can use a coin from Santa’s golden bank to pick out gifts for friends and family. Additional coins are available for purchase at three for $5, with all proceeds benefiting The Arc of Palm Beach County.

Safari Lanterns & Lights Safari Nights at Lion Country Safari

📅 Date: November 1 – January 18, 2025

🕒 Time: 6:00 PM -10:00 PM

📍 Location: 2003 Lion Country Safari Road West Palm Beach, FL 33470

Get ready to glow at Lanterns and Lights Safari Nights, the first-ever lantern festival at Lion Country Safari in Palm Beach County! Running from November 2025 through January 2026, this dazzling new event features 60+ illuminated exhibits featuring hand-crafted wildlife lanterns from across the world and a Prehistoric Land of Legends.

Guests will be immersed in a glowing nighttime wonderland filled with interactive fun and sparkling photo opportunities at every turn. Visitors can sip on festive holiday cocktails, enjoy Wild Eats, and explore Lion Country Safari like never before—after dark. To make the season even brighter, Santa will make special appearances on select nights in December. Don’t miss this unforgettable holiday experience that blends lanterns, wildlife, and family fun in one magical adventure.

10th Annual Tree Lighting Extravaganza at BRiC

📅 Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
🕒 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC), 5000 T-Rex Avenue, Boca Raton, FL

Join the festivities at Boca Raton Innovation Campus (5000 T-Rex Ave, Boca Raton, FL) for this year’s “Polar Express”-themed tree-lighting event. Entry is free with a new, unwrapped toy or donation to Spirit of Giving. Expect face-painting, letters to Santa, hot chocolate, food trucks, and the magical grand entrance you’ll want to capture—plus a VIP experience featuring open bars, hors d’oeuvres, and kids’ VIP activities (proceeds benefit the Junior League of Boca Raton).

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Zoo Lights at The Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society

📅 Date: Select Nights, November 21, 2025 – January 4, 2026

🕒 Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Palm Beach Zoo, 1301 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach

The Palm Beach Zoo’s Zoo Lights is back. The holidays shine bright at Palm Beach Zoo as Zoo Lights transforms the park into a glowing wonderland of eco-friendly lights, festive music, and holiday cheer. On select nights November 21 – January 4, from 5:30 to 9 PM, stroll twinkling pathways, sip cocoa, and take in the breathtaking 24-foot animated holiday tree dancing to your favorite tunes. A cherished family tradition, Zoo Lights is presented by Florida Power & Light Company, FPL SolarNow®.

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ILUMINA, Mounts Botanical Garden

📅 Date: November 12, 2025 – January 11, 2026 (Select Nights – Check Wesbite)

🕒 Time: Check website

📍 Location: Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL (between Southern Blvd. and Belvedere Rd.)

ILUMINA: A Tropical Garden Lantern Festival transforms Mounts Botanical Garden into a radiant wonderland of more than 500 handcrafted silk lanterns. Stroll illuminated pathways filled with glowing flamingos, orchids, and a 195-foot dragon rising from the lake. Enjoy festive food and drinks, themed photo ops, and a magical after-dark journey celebrating art, nature, and community. Open select evenings, Nov. 12–Jan. 11.

Harbourside Ski Lodge Returns to Wyndham Grand, Jupiter

📅 Dates: Late November – January 2026

📍 Location: Wyndham Grand Jupiter

For the second year in a row, Wyndham Grand Jupiter at Harbourside Place will transform its lobby into the Harbourside Ski Lodge, a festive holiday pop-up bar serving classic seasonal cocktails and made-from-scratch bites. Guests can cozy up and enjoy the holiday spirit from late November 2025 through mid-January 2026.

8th Annual Holiday Drive-Thru Light Show at Okeeheelee Park

📅 Dates: November 21 – December 28

(Certain dates are closed check the schedule)

🕒 Time: Show Hours: Fridays and Saturdays 6pm – 10pm
Sundays and select weeknights 6pm-9pm
(weather permitting)

📍 Location: Okeeheelee Park, West Palm Beach, FL

Celebrate the season with the 8th Annual Holiday Drive-Thru Light Show at Okeeheelee Park! Enjoy a magical 2.5-mile route filled with dazzling holiday lights and festive music—all from the comfort of your own car.

Proceeds from the event support the Lights 4 Hope mission, helping local families coping with their child’s terminal illness or life-changing physical challenges.

This enchanting holiday tradition is perfect for all ages and a wonderful way to give back to the community while celebrating the joy of the season.

The Royal Poinciana Surfboard Tree Reveal

📅 Date: December 4

🕒 Time: 6PM – 8PM

📍 Location: 340 Royal Poinciana Way Palm Beach, FL 33480

Palm Beach Don’t miss the unveiling of Palm Beach’s iconic surfboard tree. Each year, a creative powerhouse from the worlds of art, design, or fashion puts their unique spin on this holiday centerpiece. See the reveal and toast the season with curated beats, bites and libations on Dec. 4 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Christmas Tree Lighting at Whitehall, Palm Beach

📅 Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025

🕒 Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Whitehall, Palm Beach, FL

Celebrate the holiday season in Gilded Age splendor at Christmas at Whitehall. Each year, the first floor of this historic estate is decked out in traditional holiday decorations, highlighted by a 16-foot Grand Hall Christmas Tree adorned with colored lights and Gilded Age-style ornaments.

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Holiday Tree Lighting Lake Worth Beach

📅 Date: November 29

🕒 Time: 6:00 PM –8:00 PM

📍 Location: Lake Worth Cultural Plaza, 414 Lake Ave, 33460  

Kick off the holiday season in style with the Lake Worth Beach Holiday Tree Lighting, a festive evening filled with holiday cheer and family fun!

Boynton Beach Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade

📅 Date: December 5 (Tree Lighting) & December 6 ( Holiday Parade)

⏰Hours: See schedule

📍Locations: Centennial Prk & Amphitheater & Downtown Boynton

• Tree Lighting: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Holiday Parade: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Kick off the holidays in Downtown Boynton Beach with festive events!

On Friday, attend the Holiday Tree Lighting, enjoy live entertainment by local performers, bands, and FREE activities, including photos with Santa, holiday storytelling, an ice skating rink, train rides, and roaming winter stilt walkers.

On Saturday, don’t miss the Annual Holiday Parade. The parade begins at S.E. 5th Ave. and marches down Federal Highway, with a special live performance at East Ocean Avenue.

Winter in Paradise Tree Lighting at Heart & Soul Park

📅 Date: December 6, 2025

🕒 Hours: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍Location: Heart and Soul Park, located at 825 N. Rosemary Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL

Enjoy the holiday spirit as the park lights up with dazzling decorations and festive displays in the heart of the Historic Northwest District.

Pet Day with Santa at CityPlace

📅 Date: December 6, 2025
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Behind the Greet House, CityPlace, West Palm Beach, FL

Santa is making a special stop at CityPlace just for pets! Bring your furry friends for a festive photo op with Santa by the charming Floratorium Wall. Capture adorable holiday memories and celebrate the season with your pets in a fun and festive setting.

Don’t miss this unique holiday event dedicated to pets and pet-lovers alike!

Holiday in the Park Greenacres

📅 Date: Saturday, December 12, 2025
🕒 Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park, Greenacres, FL

Celebrate the season at Holiday in the Park! Enjoy the Tree Lighting ceremony, and children ages 11 and under can look forward to a special visit from Santa, who will be giving out toys. Bring the whole family for an evening of joyful holiday fun!

Gumbo Limbo Aglow!

Brings Holiday Magic – Boca Raton Celebrate seaside at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center’s glowing holiday event series. Guests of all ages can explore illuminated outdoor aquariums after dark, enjoy seasonal crafts and yard games, sip festive refreshments, and take photos with Luna the sea turtle mascot. Held on select Fridays in December and early January from 6 to 8 p.m., advance registration is recommended, with walk-ins welcome as space allows.

City of Boca Raton’s Holiday Street Parade

📅 Date: December 3

⏰ Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

📍 Location: Federal Highway, from SE 5th Street to the Mizner Park Amphitheater

Culminate the Centennial year at Boca Raton’s can’t miss holiday event in downtown.

Each year in Downtown Boca, the City’s Annual Holiday Street Parade features more than 60 festive floats, community groups, and bands. It’s a celebration with music, song, decorations, and dance for the entire community to enjoy. This year, the theme will be Boca Raton’s Centennial Celebration, so get ready for a spectacular show. The parade runs along Federal Highway, starting at SE 5th Street, and travels north to the Mizner Park Amphitheater.

Boca Jolly Days – Boca Raton

Celebrate all December long with Boca Jolly Days, the City of Boca Raton’s festive lineup of community events and holiday traditions. Families can enjoy themed movie nights, crafting workshops, musicals, kid-friendly holiday parties, and Merry in Mizner nights filled with performances, photo ops, and festive treats.

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Holiday Tours

Holiday Evening Tours at Whitehall

📅 Date: December 18 – December 23, 2025

🕒 Time: Tours begin at: 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, and 7:00 pm

📍 Location: Whitehall, Palm Beach, FL

Experience the enchantment of the season with Holiday Evening Tours at Whitehall, where guests are invited to explore the historic home after hours and discover the origins of American Christmas traditions. These special tours offer a unique, docent-led journey through Whitehall, beautifully illuminated by its original 1907 light fixtures.

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Holiday Lights Cruise

📅 Date: December 7 – December 24, 2025 & December 31

🕒 Time: Please check the website for times and locations

📍 Location: Harbourside, 25 N Coastal Way, Jupiter, FL & Riviera Beach Marina, 200 E 13th St Riviera beach, FL

Set sail into the season!
The Manatee Queen Holiday Lights Cruise is back, bringing festive glow to the Intracoastal. From December 7–24, enjoy a magical evening on the water as you admire beautifully decorated homes and sip on unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks, and light bites.

Want to ring in the New Year in style? Hop aboard the NYE Cruise on December 31 featuring champagne at midnight and lively beats from DJ Calbert as you take in Palm Beach’s sparkling waterfront views.

🎟️ Holiday Cruises: $65 per person
🎉 NYE Cruise: $149 per person
📍 Departing from Jupiter Marina & Riviera Beach Marina

Space is limited — call 561-744-2191 to reserve your spot!

37th Annual Old Northwood Historic Holiday Home Tour

📅 Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: 3510 Spruce Ave, West Palm Beach, FL

Experience the holiday magic and architectural beauty of West Palm Beach at the 37th Annual Old Northwood Holiday Home Tour. This beloved tradition invites visitors to explore the charming Historic Old Northwood neighborhood, where residents open their extraordinary homes and gardens, each showcasing unique architectural styles like Mission, Mediterranean Revival, Craftsman Bungalow, Four Square, and Florida Frame Vernacular.

Tour Highlights:

• Explore beautifully decorated historic homes and lush gardens
• Complimentary beverages and tastings from local restaurants and caterers
• Enjoy a festive atmosphere in one of West Palm Beach’s most picturesque neighborhoods

VIP Experience:
For a more exclusive experience, VIP ticket holders can enjoy a special pre-tour party with catered hors d’oeuvres and complimentary cocktails, along with accelerated access to the tour homes and gardens. Limited VIP tickets are available, so secure yours early!

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Holiday Boat Parades

31st Annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade

📅 Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025

🕒 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 Location:  Intracoastal Waterway, from North Palm Beach to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse

Celebrate three decades of holiday joy with the 31th Annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade! This beloved event, set for Saturday, December 6 at 6 PM, will light up the Intracoastal Waterway from North Palm Beach to Jupiter Inlet with up to 80 festively decorated boats and a dazzling fireworks display.

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Inaugural Boat Parade of The Greater Palm Beaches

📅 Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025

🕒 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: 98 Lake Drive Palm Beach Shores, FL 33404

Get ready for a dazzling new holiday tradition! On Saturday, December 13, 2025, the first-ever Boat Parade of the Greater Palm Beaches sets sail from Singer Island to West Palm Beach. Expect a twinkling procession of decorated boats, festive music, fireworks, and a special appearance from Santa aboard the KVJ Show Grand Marshal Boat. The celebration also supports the Little Smiles Annual Holiday Toy Drive, spreading joy to children across the community.

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Boynton Beach Holiday Boat Parade

📅 Date: Friday, December 12, 2025

🕒 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Boynton Harbor Marina, 735 Casa Loma Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL

Celebrate the holidays Florida-style with the Boynton Beach Holiday Boat Parade! This annual event lights up the Intracoastal waterways with festively decorated boats traveling from Lantana to Delray Beach. Head to the Boynton Harbor Marina for the official watch party, featuring live music, family-friendly activities, and a special appearance by Santa himself. Bring your family, invite friends, and experience one of the season’s most magical traditions in South Florida!

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Music & Dance Performances

The Symphonia’s Holiday Pops Concert in Mizner Park

📅 Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
🕒 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL

Celebrate the season with the enchanting sounds of The Symphonia at the Holiday Pops Concert! Presented by the City of Boca Raton, this special performance features Conductor Jacomo Bairos leading The Symphonia, accompanied by the FAU Chorus. Enjoy classic holiday tunes and seasonal favorites in the beautiful outdoor setting of Mizner Park Amphitheater.

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Ninth Annual Holly Jolly Symphony Fête at the Kravis Center

📅 Date: Monday, December 8, 2025
🕒 Time: 10:30 AM
📍 Location: Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach, FL

Celebrate the season with a festive luncheon at Palm Beach Symphony’s Ninth Annual Holly Jolly Symphony Fête! This elegant event includes holiday music, a silent auction, and inspiring moments as students from Palm Beach County receive donated musical instruments. Funds raised support Palm Beach Symphony’s music outreach and educational programs. Individual tickets are $300, and attendees can support further by donating auction items or using the Symphony’s Amazon Wish List for curated donations.

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Holiday Heart Strings: A Cece Teneal Experience

📅 Date: Friday & Saturday, December 12 & 13, 2025
🕒 Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Arts Garage, 94 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach, FL

“Holiday Heartstrings: A CeCe Teneal Experience” is an enchanting concert blending classic holiday songs with soulful love ballads, all delivered with CeCe’s powerful vocals and signature warmth. Taking place Friday, December 12 (8:00–10:00 pm) at Arts Garage, the evening promises festive cheer, emotional resonance, and a musical celebration of love and togetherness

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The Nutcracker at Kravis Center

📅 Date: December 5 – 7, 2025

🕒 Time: VARY

📍 Location: The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. 701 Okeechobee Boulevard West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Experience the timeless holiday tradition as Ballet Palm Beach brings The Nutcracker to life at the Kravis Center, December 5–7, 2025. Audiences will be enchanted by dazzling costumes, exquisite choreography, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score in this magical journey through the Land of Sweets.

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New Year’s Eve Live Music at CityPlace

📅 Date: TBD
🕒 Time: TBD
📍 Location: Throughout CityPlace, West Palm Beach, FL

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a full day of live music at CityPlace! Enjoy performances throughout the day, providing the perfect backdrop to bid farewell to 2024 with joy, laughter, and wonderful company. Stroll through CityPlace, soak in the festive atmosphere, and let the music lift your spirits as you prepare to welcome the new year.

We look forward to ringing in the season with you at CityPlace!

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Holiday-Themed Dining & Drinking

Beach Igloos at The Singer Oceanfront Resort

📅 Date: November 2025- March 2026

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Location: The Singer Oceanfront Resort

From November 2025 through March 2026, The Singer Oceanfront Resort debuts Beachside Igloos on its private beach. Each igloo features a fire pit, Adirondack chairs, a holiday playlist, and seasonal treats including shareable plates—such as artisanal cheese boards and a Mediterranean mezze platter—along with an a la carte menu from Caretta Caretta, s’mores, and hot chocolate. Family-friendly packages with cookie-decorating kits and holiday games are also available. Guests can reserve a cozy dome for small groups of up to six via the resort’s website or ResortPass.

Christmas Eve at Flagler Steak House

📅 Date: December 24, 2025

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Location: Flagler Steakhouse

Celebrate in style with special three-course, prix fixe menus featuring all of your holiday favorites. Dine alfresco on the terrace or sit inside at a cozy table and leave the cooking to us.

Reservations are required and now open for hotel guests and club members; reservations open to local guests November 12. To reserve your table at Flagler Steakhouse, simply call (561) 659-8471. All Holiday events.

Jingle & Mingle at Hilton West Palm Beach – West Palm Beach

📅 Date: Open to the public Thursdays through Saturdays from Nov. 28 to Jan. 3

⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Location: Hilton West Palm Beach

Jingle & Mingle brings the holiday spirit to life with a festive outdoor bar experience featuring cozy firepits, lounge seating, and a lineup of spirited events for all ages. Guests can sip on seasonal cocktails and enjoy holiday bites and s’mores by the fire. Open to the public Thursdays through Saturdays from Nov. 28 to Jan. 3, 5 to 9 p.m., with limited seating and reservations available on OpenTable.

Ring in The New Year

Noon Year’s Eve at The Cox Science Center and Aquarium

📅 Date: December 31, 2025

🕒 Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📍 Location: Cox Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail N, West Palm Beach, FL
Ring in the New Year a little early with a kid-friendly countdown, science demonstrations, music, dancing, and DIY confetti poppers. Perfect for families celebrating with little ones!
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New Year’s Eve Celebration at PGA National Resort

📅 Date: December 31

🕒 Time: 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
📍 Location: PGA National Resort

Celebrate in style at the New Year’s Eve 2025 Gala in PGA National Resort’s Grand Ballroom. This elegant event features a four-course plated dinner, premium open bar, live band, and DJ entertainment to dance the night away, ending with a champagne toast at midnight.

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