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Festive Season

Plan Your Perfect Holiday in Fort Lauderdale

Explore Fort Lauderdale this Holiday Season

Plan Your Visit

Get into the festive spirit at the lively Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale, a hub for holiday merriment. This locale is brimming with colorful events that embody the joy and warmth of the season. Get ready to light up your holidays with enchanting festivities such as a skating rink, a vibrant kids' area with Santa, live entertainment, family-friendly movie screenings, and a holiday lighting ceremony, making every moment a celebration.

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Diwali Celebration

October 26, 2024 | 6PM - 9PM

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a joyous Hindu celebration. Enjoy free live music, dance performances and food and merchandise vendors at Las Olas Oceanside Park.

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Christmas On Las Olas

December 3, 2024 | 5PM - 10PM

Walk the Las Olas boulevard and explore local businesses, sled down Snow Mountain and watch live performances.

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Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade

December 14, 2024

Bringing together our community and visitors from around the world, this one-of-a-kind parade of beautifully decorated boats of all sizes is a can’t miss extravaganza.

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Water Taxi Holiday Light Cruise

December 5, 2024 - January 4, 2025

Experience the magic of the season with live music and beautifully illuminated waterways with Fort Lauderdale’s Holiday Lights cruise!

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Holiday Magic at The Bonnet House

December 6 & 7 and 11 - 13, 2024

Celebrate Five Nights of Holiday Magic at the Whimsical and Historic Bonnet House Museum & Gardens!

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Light Up the Beach

Date TBD

Get ready to be dazzled as our beautiful beachfront transforms into a twinkling wonderland with over 50,000 holiday lights and the grand return of "Olas", our beloved, gigantic 20-foot beach snowman! The melody of the Fort Lauderdale Symphonic Winds will fill the air while a festive kids zone, complete with a jolly Santa and fun inflatables, promises joy and laughter for all!

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Santa Sightings

Date TBD

Experience the magic of the holiday season, where each moment is filled with festive cheer and Santa sightings. Whether it's during a girls' night out, movie night, live concert, weekend market visit, or the special 'Skate with Santa and Friends' Sundays, Santa will be present to spread joy and create unforgettable memories.

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Holiday MKT

Date TBD

Celebrate the festive season by shopping small at The MKT at Las Olas Oceanside Park, where unique gifts, delicious bites, and indulgent treats await. Enjoy extended hours during weekends and special night markets on Thursdays and Fridays, starting from Thanksgiving and beyond.

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Season’s Screening

Date TBD

Join us for a magical plunge into the festive season with 'Seasons Screenings', a cost-free, family-focused movie series that adds a sprinkle of cinematic joy to the Wonderland Holiday Experience at the picturesque Las Olas Oceanside Park.

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Christmas Eve with Sinatra and the Rat Pack

December 24, 2024

Step right into a festive extravaganza this Christmas Eve! Let the iconic melodies of Sinatra and the Rat Pack transport you to a bygone era, creating an unforgettable night filled with yuletide joy, toe-tapping tunes, and a dash of old-world charm.

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