Things To Do in South Florida This December (2025 Guide)
Your December entertainment guide across Miami, Broward, Boca, and the Keys
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Winterfest Boat Parade — Fort Lauderdale
Date: See website | Time: Varies
Winterfest Boat Parade lights up the Intracoastal with mega‑yachts, LED displays, waterfront parties, and national coverage.
The parade stretches over 12 miles, drawing more than a million spectators each year. Locals set up along the seawall early, while restaurants and waterfront bars host themed viewing parties. Expect celebrity guests, live DJ sets, choreographed light shows, and floating stages. This is Broward’s biggest December event and a true bucket‑list experience for anyone visiting South Florida.
Art Basel Miami Beach & Miami Art Week
Date: December | Time: Varies
Art Basel turns Miami into an international art hub—Wynwood murals, luxury events, celebrity pop‑ups, and world‑class galleries.
During Miami Art Week, the entire county transforms. Wynwood becomes a massive open‑air gallery with live painters, street performers, and food trucks lining every corner. Miami Beach hosts exclusive VIP parties at luxury hotels, while Brickell and the Design District showcase sculptures, immersive art installations, and fashion collaborations. Traffic gets wild, but the energy is unmatched.
Zoo Lights at Zoo Miami
Date: December nights | Time: Evening
Zoo Lights features glowing animals, LED tunnels, themed nights, and family holiday shows.
This annual nighttime transformation includes a holiday light safari with custom sculptures, synchronized music, meet‑and‑greet characters, and special “snow” zones. Families love the themed nights—Ugly Sweater Night, Pajama Party Night, and Tropical Holiday Night. Food vendors serve seasonal treats like hot cocoa and cinnamon churros.
Nights of Lights — Pinecrest Gardens
Date: December | Time: Varies
Nights of Lights creates a botanical wonderland with concerts, food trucks, and illuminated trails.
This event transforms the botanical gardens into a glowing immersive holiday forest. Expect thousands of twinkling lights, oversized ornaments, illuminated waterfalls, and seasonal performances including jazz ensembles, children’s choirs, and cultural showcases. Pinecrest also hosts holiday markets and Santa meet‑and‑greets.
Boca Raton Holiday Street Parade
Date: See schedule | Time: Evening
Boca’s parade includes floats, school groups, dancers, and thousands along Federal Highway.
This is one of Palm Beach County’s most celebrated traditions. Boca organizes dozens of performance groups, marching bands, dance companies, civic organizations, ROTC teams, and decked‑out vehicles. Families line the streets with lawn chairs while local businesses hand out giveaways, treats, and holiday swag.
Christmas Tree Lighting — Key West
Date: Early December | Time: Sunset
The Keys’ holiday season brings tropical lighting ceremonies, markets, boat parades, and sunset events.
Las Olas Holiday Market
Date: Weekends | Time: All day
Las Olas transforms into a festive village with artisan vendors, boutiques, and live music.
During December, Las Olas Boulevard becomes a walkable holiday district. Seasonal décor lines the streets, restaurants offer themed menus, and boutiques debut limited‑edition holiday items. Outdoor musicians play jazz, salsa, and acoustic sets throughout the day. Families enjoy photo ops with Santa, kids’ crafts, gourmet desserts, and holiday cocktails from local bars.
Gulfstream Park Symphony of Lights
Date: December | Time: Hourly evening shows
Symphony of Lights mixes synchronized shows, snow effects, and family entertainment.
Gulfstream Park’s holiday celebration includes a massive Christmas tree covered in LED animations, complimentary snowfalls for kids, and choreographed light shows set to holiday classics. Visitors explore the village shops, grab dinner at the many restaurants, or enjoy family‑friendly entertainment such as face‑painting stations, balloon art, seasonal giveaways, and holiday photo stations.
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