Christmas and Holiday Activities Guide for Miami & South Florida Kids

Find fun Christmas and Hanukkah activities near Miami, stroll Christmas light shows, and find out where to see Santa Claus this season, too.

Our Christmas and Holiday Activities Guide has all the best things to do in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and all of South Florida this holiday season.

Christmas Activities for Miami Kids
Photo courtesy of the Enchanted Place of North Miami
Best Holiday Lights Drive-Thrus and Christmas Lights Shows in Miami & South Florida
Enjoy the pageantry of the Holiday Boat Parade in Boynton Beach. Photo courtesy of the event
51 Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in Miami for Kids
Those eight crazy nights are approaching and we’ve got everything you need to celebrate Hanukkah with your family. Photo courtesy Cottonbro Studios
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Get in the holiday spirit with Christmas movies filled with Santa, elves, and reindeer.
A Charlie Brown Christmas and More Kids' Holiday Movies to Watch This Holiday Season
Uh-oh! The elf tangled up your tree lights! Photo by Mark Baylor, courtesy of Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
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Leavenworth, WA transforms itself into a snow globe at Christmastime. Photo courtesy of the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce
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Christmas Crafts & Holiday Recipes for Kids
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Keep Rudolph's teeth clean with this Christmas science experiment.
Reindeer Toothpaste Recipe Christmas Science Activity for Kids
Hot chocolate bombs are a tasty winter treat for kids!
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Christmas jokes for kids make the season a bit jollier all around!
25 Christmas Jokes for Kids and Holiday Riddles
The Furoshiki method is a practical way to wrap gifts using pieces of cloth. Photo courtesy of Invaluable
Eco-Friendly Gift Wrapping Ideas Kids Can Do: Holiday and Christmas Gift Wrap with Less Waste

Latest Christmas/Hanukkah News

Experience the all-time classic, A Christmas Carol, performed in a reimagined production all the way from London. Photo by Manuel Harlan
17 Best 2025 Holiday Shows in NYC for Families
Here's a holiday treat: 16 family-friendly stage shows to celebrate the season.
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A visit with Santa is just part of the fun at Passport to Santa, a new holiday experience in Midtown.
Passport to Santa Is NYC’s Newest Holiday Attraction with Games, Bouncers, and More
This Santa visit is an immersive experience with games, photo-ops, and all-ages fun.
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Enjoy plenty of sweet treats during breakfast with Santa at Stella 34 Trattoria. Photo courtesy of Stella 34 Trattoria
Breakfast with Santa in NYC in 2025
Enjoy a sit-down meal and some special time with Santa this season.
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A double-decker Christmas Carousel is set to rotate just steps from Macy's this holiday season. Photo courtesy of 34th Street Bid
Midtown Manhattan Is Getting a Magical Double-Decker Carousel this Christmas Season
Tickets are on sale now for this glowing, new, Christmas attraction.
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The Yorkville Nutcracker stars talented local dancers in an NYC-centric version of the classic tale. Photos by Eduardo Patino
Best Nutcracker Ballets in New York City to See with Kids 2025
Wondering which Nutcracker ballet is best for your brood? Here are our top picks.
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The Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Garden is a must-see holiday destination in NYC. Photo courtesy of the New York Botanical Gardens
Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in New York City for Kids
Our 2025 holiday bucket list includes a mix of Christmas classics and new seasonal events.
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