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Southwest Regional Library in Pembroke Pines is offering Polar Express Family Night. The event in 2023 is 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, December 20, and entry is free. Registration is requested. The event includes Santa storytelling model train train rides crafts and hot chocolate Southwest Regional Library, 954-357-6733, 16835 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33331. …

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Sometimes Santa soars in a flying sleigh. While in South Florida, he apparently enjoys traveling by river in a lighted water sleigh. In 2023, he and his reindeer will be navigating the Middle River in Wilton Manors  at 5:30  p.m. Tuesday, December 19, weather permitting. The jolly guy’s excursion launches from Colohatchee Boat Ramp. Spectators …

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Holiday festivities for families are featured at Wilton Wonderland in Broward. Santa and some of his friends are included at the indoor event. The event in 2023 is 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. December 16, and entry is free.  A holiday storytime and art projects are part of the event. The Wonderland is at Hagen …

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Getting photos with Santa at the mall is a timeless tradition, and the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season. No lines, no fuss. Just friendly staff, a jolly Santa, and the most heartwarming photos to capture the moment! The closer we get to Christmas, the busier photos with Santa events get. It can be …

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Retro Radio Band and Santa are featured at a holiday event in Pompano. Music Under The Stars with Holiday Tree Lighting in 2023 is 6 p.m. December 8 at the Great Lawn on Pompano Beach Boulevard and Atlantic Boulevard. The event includes Santa photo ops Retro Radio Band live holiday music Sign up for the …

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Santa’s Wonderland is back at Bass Pro Shops, and you’re invited to enjoy this Christmas village. November 4 to December 24, 2023, get a free photo with Santa and participate in holiday activities including crafts and games. Please note, however, that reservations are required for the free picture. You can reserve your photo spot here. …

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Jingle Bell Block Party in Fort Lauderdale offers a petting zoo, trackless train, and games. Santa is included in the festivities.  Jingle Bell Block Party in 2023 is 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, December 2, and the event is free. The event includes a toy drive for dropping off new, unwrapped family board games …

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Plenty of things to do and entertainment are featured at Light Up Sistrunk. In 2023, the event is 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. December 1 and entry is free. Light Up  includes photo ops with Santa, a kids area and health fair. Other features slides tree lighting 7 p.m. Sensational Soul Dana’B live entertainment free …

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Santa, holiday entertainment, & interactive fun for youngsters are featured  at the Tamarac Holiday Lighting.  Photo ops are plentiful. The Light Up event in 2023 is 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. November 30, and entry is free. For an interesting spin, Santa is arriving at the event on a boat. Light-up displays and entertainment include …

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Entry is free for a festive Holiday Village in Oakland Park, with Santa, snow slide and ice skating rink. Holiday Village in 2023 is 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, December 1, and 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, December 2, at Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park  33334. Free parking is …

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