Last updated: November 11, 2024
The holidays have arrived, Palm Beach Gardens! Dive into our guide for all the top festive events. For Palm Beach Gardens experts and novices, our guide is the key to unlocking the city's holiday treasures.
Popular events this season include the enchanting Christmas Tree Lighting at Whitehall / Flagler Museum, where the historic site comes alive with holiday spirit. In addition, the impressive 100 Foot Christmas Tree stands tall as a captivating centerpiece, illuminating the city with its vibrant lights. And don’t forget that Snowfall & Santa in The Square offers a whimsical experience filled with joy and cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Palm Beach Gardens Holiday Light Displays
Snowfall & Santa in The Square
- What to Expect
- Snowfall and Santa photos in a festive holiday setting.
- Description
- Enjoy nightly snowfalls and photos with Santa at The Wishing Tree, located adjacent to The Workshop, each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from November 11th to December 24th.
- Where
- West Palm Beach | More Info : Snowfall & Santa in The Square
100 Foot Christmas Tree
- What to Expect
- Unique holiday display with historic building replicas.
- Description
- The 100 Foot Christmas Tree in Delray Beach is a 10-story tall, 100-foot tall tree decorated with 18,000 ornaments and 217,980 LED lights. It features replicas of historic buildings inside the tree and offers various holiday activities like ice skating and a holiday carousel.
- Where
- Delray Beach | More Info : 100 Foot Christmas Tree
Christmas Tree Lighting at Whitehall / Flagler Museum
- What to Expect
- Historic instruments and descendants lighting the tree.
- Description
- The Christmas Tree Lighting at Whitehall / Flagler Museum features a 16-foot tall Grand Hall Christmas Tree adorned with electric "fairy" lights and traditional Gilded Age-style ornaments. The event includes festive music played on the Odell organ and Steinway grand piano, a special choir performance, refreshments, and a visit from Santa Claus. Henry Flagler's youngest descendants will light the tree, and the H. M. Flagler & Co. Museum Store will be open for holiday shopping.
- Where
- Palm Beach | More Info : Christmas Tree Lighting at Whitehall / Flagler Museum
Worth Avenue Tree Lighting
- What to Expect
- Santa-led parade and tree lighting ceremony.
- Description
- The Worth Avenue Holiday Tree Lighting event features a festive parade led by Santa and his elves, culminating in the lighting of a 40-foot tree at 6:25 pm on December 3, 2024.
- Where
- Palm Beach | More Info : Worth Avenue Tree Lighting
Lighthouse A’Glow
- What to Expect
- Holiday tree and menorah lighting with community activities.
- Description
- Lighthouse A’Glow is a holiday event featuring a 30 ft. tall tree and menorah lighting, bounce houses, balloon artists, food, and entertainment at Frank McDonough Park in Lighthouse Point, FL.
- Where
- Lighthouse Point | More Info : Lighthouse A’Glow
Palm Beach Gardens Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Delray Beach Holiday Parade
- What to Expect
- Santa riding on a fire truck.
- Description
- The Delray Beach Holiday Parade features over 70 floats, marching bands, dance teams, and walking groups along Atlantic Avenue. Awards are given for various categories, and Santa will ride on the Delray Beach Fire Department's fire truck.
- Where
- Delray Beach | More Info : Delray Beach Holiday Parade
Winterfest Boat Parade
- What to Expect
- Dazzling display of illuminated boats along a 12-mile route.
- Description
- The Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade is a 12-mile procession of beautifully decorated boats, showcasing hundreds of thousands of lights, music, and entertainment. This event brings together the community and visitors from around the world, featuring private boats, giant showboats, and corporate megayachts.
- Where
- Fort Lauderdale | More Info : Winterfest Boat Parade
Holiday in Paradise & Sandi the Christmas Tree
- What to Expect
- "An impressive sand tree standing at 35 feet, adorned with lights and decorations."
- Description
- A towering tree constructed entirely of sand, Sandi offers stunning light displays and festive décor. This event transforms the waterfront into a vibrant holiday scene, complete with live entertainment and a variety of seasonal activities. Families can explore themed areas and take photos with Sandi, embracing the spirit of the season in a seaside setting.
- Where
- West Palm Beach | More Info : Holiday in Paradise & Sandi the Christmas Tree
Palm Beach Gardens Other Holiday Activities
Flagler Museum Holiday Evening Tours
- What to Expect
- Holiday-themed tour of a historic mansion with traditional decorations.
- Description
- Explore Whitehall after hours with a special Docent-led holiday tour, featuring historically accurate decorations and a 16-foot-tall Christmas Tree. Enjoy carol singers, refreshments, and holiday-themed activities.
- Where
- Palm Beach | More Info : Flagler Museum Holiday Evening Tours
Boynton Beach Holiday Boat Parade
- What to Expect
- Festively decorated boats with dazzling lights and holiday décor.
- Description
- The Boynton Beach Holiday Boat Parade features festively decorated boats lighting up the Intracoastal waterways, with activities including festive music, children's activities, and a special visit from Santa at the Boynton Harbor Marina.
- Where
- Boynton Beach | More Info : Boynton Beach Holiday Boat Parade
Surfboard Tree at The Royal Poinciana Plaza
- What to Expect
- Luxurious holiday display blending fashion and coastal culture.
- Description
- The Royal Poinciana Plaza features a unique holiday display, the Thom Browne Surfboard Tree, combining the designer's signature style with Palm Beach's coastal culture. Adorned with bespoke surfboards showcasing Thom Browne's stripes, colorways, and avant-garde sensibilities, the tree is part of a curated selection of Thom Browne's offerings, including men's and women's ready-to-wear and accessories.
- Where
- Palm Beach | More Info : Surfboard Tree at The Royal Poinciana Plaza
Christmas-by-the-Sea
- What to Expect
- Community-driven holiday celebration with various activities and events.
- Description
- Christmas-by-the-Sea is a festive holiday event in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, featuring holiday parties, job opportunities, and community gatherings.
- Where
- Lauderdale-By-The-Sea | More Info : Christmas-by-the-Sea
Breakfast with Santa
- What to Expect
- Delicious donuts and Santa meet-and-greet.
- Description
- Join Santa at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center for a delightful morning of freshly baked donuts, holiday wishes, and fun activities. Kids can share their wishes and take photos while enjoying the company of jolly old Saint Nick.
- Where
- Pompano Beach | More Info : Breakfast with Santa