Santa’s Enchanted Forest, an annual Miami tradition, is expected to return this year! The popular holiday theme park is known for its carnival rides, shows, games and towering trees laden with twinkling lights. Miami may not have seasons, but drivers on the Palmetto Expressway always know fall/winter has arrived when they pass the lights along …
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June 19, or Juneteenth, as it is known, is a day that recognizes the end of slavery and celebrates the culture and achievements of African-Americans. It marks the day in 1865 when the Emancipation Proclamation – which had been issued more than two years earlier – was finally read to enslaved African-Americans in Texas. To …
With Santa’s Enchanted Forest canceled this year, something had to take its place. That replacement is the Santa’s Spectacular Drive-Thru Musical Extravaganza at Tamiami Park, scheduled to run from Nov. 28 through Dec. 27. We also found a deal for up to 41 percent off. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the …
Turn on holiday music in the car and take a drive to a fairyland of outdoor light displays throughout Miami. You can see Christmas lights in Miami in all parts of the county, and you can do it without leaving your car. It doesn’t get any better than that for social-distancing purposes, right? Plus, we …
Remember when you had to listen to the news to find out about Santa’s path around the globe? Now you can track Santa online. Since 1955, the team at North American Aerospace Defense Command (better known as NORAD) has kept track of a sleigh pulled by eight reindeer. In the early days, curious kids had to telephone in …
The holidays in 2020 look very different than in years past. However, the spirit of the season can be found in plenty of places around Miami. We’re doing our best to list as many free and cheap events and displays as we can find! To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami …
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts has been celebrating the season in style. Its Thomson Plaza is decked out in colorful lights, and its December calendar is brimming with a selection of live and in-person events. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also …
Looking forward to decking the halls of malls this holiday season? There will, in fact, be free holiday events taking place at Miami malls. But we aware that these will require social distancing, face coverings and reservations. We’ll be updating this post as we receive information! To keep up with latest news, sign up for …
Santa’s Wonderland is back at Bass Pro Shops, and you’re invited to enjoy this magical Christmas village. Through Dec. 24, enjoy free photos with Santa and free family holiday activities including crafts and games. This year, the photos with Santa will include a Magic Santa Shield acrylic barrier between Santa and families. Also, in order to limit …
Miami-Dade County Parks are a great deal year-round for enjoying our fantastic “winter” weather, and they’re an even better option for inexpensive Winter Break camps. During the two-week break, parks in all corners of the county offering camps that include fitness, arts and crafts, sports and several field trips for students age 6-14. To keep …
Chanukah begins Dec. 10 and ends Dec. 18, and throughout Miami, you can find celebrations and menorah lightings planned to commemorate this special time. Check back often as we will continue to update this listing. Also, please let us know of other free lightings and events we should add. To keep up with latest news, …
