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Experience the pageantry of Cirque du Soleil's holiday show at the Kravis Center. Photo by Brandon Todd
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11/19/25 - By James Smith

Looking for the best things to do in Miami and South Florida this weekend? Here are some great family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

So as we approach Thanksgiving and the official start of the holiday season, it seems Christmas events are already upon us. This weekend, Miami and South Florida families can enjoy tree lightings in Boca Raton (two) and Coconut Creek. Holiday illuminations alight in Key Largo, Miami, Pompano Beach, and West Palm Beach, and winter carnivals take center stage in Davie and Fort Lauderdale.

Eager to take a trip back in time? Head to Hollywood for Camelot Days Medieval Festival before its 2025 run concludes. Elsewhere, check out Cirque de Soleil's holiday show at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach and A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert in Miami.    

For even more weekend inspiration, check out our South Florida Activities Calendar, which is updated regularly with the best Miami and South Florida happenings for kids and families. As always, if you have an event we should check out, feel free to e-mail us. Don't forget to bookmark this page and share with a friend. 

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Tree Lighting Extravaganza at Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC)

Boca Raton—FREE
Thursday, November 20
BRiC is again kicking off the holiday season in style with the first of Boca Raton’s community tree-lighting events. Celebrating CP Group’s 10th annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Extravaganza, the beloved tradition returns to feature exciting new activities and performances, more four-legged friends, a live nativity scene, and a special grand entrance from Santa (clue: look up!). READ MORE

'Twas the Night Before... by Cirque du Soleil at The Kravis Center

West Palm Beach
Thursday, November 20-Sunday, November 23
‘Twas the Night Before… is Cirque du Soleil’s first holiday show, based on the classic poem A Visit from Saint Nicolas by Clement Clarke Moore. Memorable lines from this classic inspired Cirque’s story about a jaded young girl who rediscovers the magic of the holidays. READ MORE

Zoo Lights Miami

Miami—OPENING WEEKEND
Friday, November 21-Saturday, November 22
Wander through a wild wonderland glowing with over 1 million dazzling lights, while enjoying festive music, tasty holiday treats, and surprise encounters along the way. READ MORE

Lights 4 Hope Holiday Light Show

West Palm Beach—OPENING WEEKEND
Friday, November 21-Sunday, November 23
Load family and friends into the car and get in the holiday spirit at this drive-thru holiday light show. READ MORE

Light Up Key Largo

Key Largo—FREE
Saturday, November 22
Enjoy train rides, Santa, vendors, food, games, and more at Light Up Key Largo. There's no better way to kick off the holiday season than visiting this free community event. READ MORE

Light Up MLK

Pompano Beach—FREE
Saturday, November 22
The MLK corridor comes alive with music, lights, and holiday magic to celebrate community, creativity, and joy. Enjoy an evening of live performances, delicious bites, games, giveaways, and the ceremonial lighting that officially kicks off the holiday season in true Pompano style. READ MORE

Boca Raton Holiday Tree Lighting

Boca Raton—FREE
Saturday, November 22
Join the city to kick off the holiday season, featuring a FREE celebration, including a tree lighting ceremony, live music performances, food vendors, and more. READ MORE

Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa's Arrival at Promenade at Coconut Creek

Coconut Creek—FREE
Saturday, November 22
Jingle all the way to Promenade at Coconut Creek for Santa's grand arrival and a spectacular tree lighting. Immerse yourselves in the festive spirit with enchanting dance performances, capture photos with Santa, and discover more surprises sure to delight the whole family. READ MORE

A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert at The Moss Center

Miami
Saturday, November 22
Award-winning pianist Dr. Zachary Bartholomew and his trio will entertain you with an interactive and informative concert of everybody's favorite holiday music, featuring the compositions and arrangements of jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi.  READ MORE

Camelot Days Medieval Festival

Hollywood —FINAL WEEKEND
Saturday, November 22-Sunday, November 23
Hear ye! Hear ye! Step back in time at Camelot Days Medieval Festival, returning to TY Park in Hollywood, Florida. This family-friendly celebration brings the magic and merriment of the Middle Ages to life. READ MORE

Flamingo Gardens Winter Wonderland

Davie—FREE
Saturday, November 22-Sunday, November 23
This festive event transforms Flamingo Gardens’ 10-acre arboretum of lush botanical gardens and wildlife sanctuary into a wonderland of lights, joy, and holiday cheer. In addition, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital is joining the celebration as the presenting sponsor of Santa’s Village in the gardens. READ MORE

Holiday Fantasy of Lights

Coconut Creek—FREE
Saturday, November 22-Sunday, November 23
Running nightly, this local holiday tradition in Tradewinds Park is a 2½-mile drive-thru route, featuring dozens of static and animated light displays and illuminated trees. READ MORE

Winterfest Family Fun Day

Fort Lauderdale—FREE
Sunday, November 23
This FREE event features family-friendly entertainment, live music, giant inflatable rides, face painting, photo-ops, community booths, food vendors, and special holiday surprises. Enjoy live performances, activities by the Museum of Discovery and Science, and interactive exhibits along the Riverwalk. READ MORE

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