Pinky the Flamingo Holiday Scavenger Hunt
2023-12-16, 2023-12-17, 2023-12-18, 2023-12-19, 2023-12-20, 2023-12-21, 2023-12-22 | FL
Join Pinky the Flamingo to find his favorite spots around Downtown Palm Beach Gardens. Stop by any retailer to pick up your clue booklet. Once the clue booklet is completed, stop by Pineapple Kidz to receive a complimentary Pinky plush toy while supplies last

Nordstrom Palm Beach Gardens Holiday Breakfast
2023-12-16 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | The Gardens Mall, 3101 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33410
Mornings are magical at thugs time of year. Nordstroms makes them extra warm and fuzzy with a delicious holiday inspired breakfast, Santa visits, photo opps, kids activities, and merry music. Adults $25. Kids $15 (3-17) ages 2 and under free.

Grandview Public Market’s Weekly Farmers Market
2023-12-16 09:00 - 13:00 | Grandview Public, 1401 Clare Ave, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401
Get ready for Grandview Public Market’s Weekly Farmers Market on the Loading Dock! Join us every Saturday on the Loading Dock from 9 am to 1 pm, to explore a delightful assortment of local produce and artisanal food offerings, handpicked by local Head Chef, Jean-Marc Hardy. Dive into West Palm Beach’s thriving culinary scene while backing local vendors, farmers, and small businesses in a friendly and inviting environment.

Kids Fishing Program
2023-12-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Loggerhead Marine Life Center, 14200 U.S. Highway 1, Juno Beach, FL, 33408
$15 registration required

Participants will learn basic techniques for fishing including knot tying, casting, fish handling, and proper catch-and-release techniques.
In addition to fishing skills, participants are taught to be responsible anglers and discover how to reduce their impact on marine life. Fish caught during this program will always be released. All fishing equipment and bait is provided. Participants will receive a Responsible Anglers Certificate following their completion of the program. Please see details during registration for recommended items to bring.
NOTE: this program meets at the Juno Beach Pier. Please meet your program leaders at the picnic tables in front of the Juno Pier Bait House for check-in.

Storytime at Barnes and Noble
2023-12-16 11:00 - 11:30 | Barnes and Noble, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33410
Children’s Storytime is back! We are excited to see everyone once again in our Children’s Department for Saturday morning storytime, every Saturday at 11am. Come join us!

Storytime at Barnes and Noble
2023-12-16 12:00 - 12:30 | Barnes and Noble Boca Raton, 1400 Glades Rd., Boca Raton, FL, 33431

Intro to Volunteering
2023-12-16 13:00 - 14:00 | River Center, 805 N US Highway 1, Jupiter, 33477
Do you have a passion for the environment? Do you enjoy interacting and educating the public?
The River Center is looking for enthusiastic and personable volunteers to join our River Center team!
Individuals 14+ are invited to attend the next Intro to Volunteering workshop from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For questions or application information please contact our Volunteer Coordinator Rebecca Patterson at 561-339-3107 or Volunteer@Lrecd.org

Wondergarden Winter Wonderland Party!
2023-12-16 15:30 - 17:00 | Wondergarden Indoor Playground, 170 S State Rd 7, Suite 101, Royal Palm Beach, 33411
A social gathering for families with children aged 0-6. Live music, holiday crafts, food, prizes and open play!

THE GARDENS TRAILBLAZER 5K
2023-12-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Gardens North County District Park, 5101 117th Court N., Palm Beach Gardens, Fl
THE GARDENS TRAILBLAZER 5K

Saturday, December 16 | 4:00pm
The Gardens North County District Park, 5101 117th Ct N

Event Details
The Gardens Trailblazer 5k is back for the holidays! Perfect for runners and walkers alike, our course winds through the scenic trails of the Gardens North County District Park and between its many multipurpose fields. And back again this year is our 2K Family Fun Run. Bring the whole family (and the elves) along for this shortened family-friendly race. We’ve also added a Kids 1K Reindeer Run! Kids will dash their way along the scenic trail and across the finish line. And the fun doesn’t stop there! Stay post-race for a holiday movie in the park.
Once you complete your race, take a finisher selfie using the hashtag #TRAILBLAZER5K for a chance to be featured on the PBG Recreation Facebook Page. Overall results will be posted on the race website for all participants to see.
Registration:

5K Early Registration: $35

5K Day of Registration: $45
Click here to regsiter

2K Family Fun Run Early Registration: $25

2K Family Fun Run Day of Registration: $30
Click here to register

1K Kids Reindeer Run: $10 (12 and under)

Click here to register

Packet Pickup

Details coming soon.

Awards
Awards will be handed out on race day at the finish line!
Chip timing will be provided by Southern Timing. Live timing, preliminary results kiosks, finisher medals, and a finisher video for you to download and share will also be available.

Christmas Nights on the Farm
2023-12-16 | You Farm, FL
Kids 2 and under are FREE
What’s included:

Entry into the Farm (gates open at 4pm)
Animal Interactions and farm games (4:15pm & 5pm)
Lighting of the Farm Ceremony (5:45pm)
Photos with Santa (Nightly starting at 6pm – 7:15pm)
Firepit lighting and smores (6:15pm) smores packs available for purchase
Snowfall (5:45pm, 6pm, 6:45pm, 7:30, 8pm, 8:30pm)
Story time & Hot Cocoa with Santa under the big barn (7:15pm)
Live Nativity & Photos (7:45pm)
Candle light finale (8:30pm)
Many Photo Opportunities throughout the farm
Christmas Music, Dancing (throughout the evening)
Vendor Shopping (Throughout the evening)

Available Purchase onsite: Hot chocolate, Apple Cider, Food, Kettle Corn, Smores Packs, Pony Rides, Light up merchandise and vendor merchandise.
Out of respect for our guests and farm animals we kindly ask:

No outside pets
No alcohol
No Smoking

Nutcracker the Land of Sweets
2023-12-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Meyer Amphitheater, 104 Datura Street, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401
PBA College of the Arts Preparatory Department for Dance Presents
Nutcracker the Land of Sweets, Saturday, performance, at the waterfront downtown, Meyer Amphitheater.
Bring your blankets and chairs and watch as the dancers of the preparatory department perform in this delightful classic.
FREE and open to the public.

Holiday Extravaganza: Grinchmas Edition! at Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum
2023-12-17 12:00 - 20:00 | Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum, 500 Captain Armour's Way, Jupiter, FL, 33469
Celebrate the holidays at Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum with a family-friendly day of fun! Activities include:
● Children’s Activities: Families can immerse themselves in the holiday spirit with fun-filled crafts and games for the little ones. Be on the lookout for The Grinch and Winter Princess for adorable photo opportunities!
● Local Vendors: Get your holiday shopping done in style with a curated selection of local artists and vendors offering unique gifts, handmade crafts, and other treasures.
● Food Trucks: Satisfy your taste buds with various treats from local food trucks. From savory to sweet, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
● The Grinch under the stars: At 6 pm, as the sun sets, gather for a special outdoor screening of the holiday classic, “The Grinch.” Don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chairs!
● Toy Drive: Little Smiles will be doing an activity and toy drive on the deck at the base of the lighthouse.

Sunday Makebreak - FREE crafting
2023-12-17 14:00 - 16:00 | FL
Michaels Stores
Sept 10: Fall Pom-Pom Trees
Sept 17: Watercolor Leaf Art
Sept 24: Pumpkin Fest
Oct 1: Halloween Pumpkin Fest
Oct 8: Friendship bracelets
Oct 22: Witch silhouette
Oct 29: Mandala Pumpkin Art

Santa Splash
2023-12-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Downtown at the Gardens, 11701 Lake Victoria Garden Gardens Ave, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33410
Splash with Santa at the interactive water feature. Enjoy a holiday treat, festive family-friendly activities, live music, and more!

Toddler Storytime
2023-12-18 10:30 - 11:00 | North Palm Beach Library, 501 US Highway 1, North Palm Beach, FL, 33408
Toddler Storytimes (Ages 3 – 5): Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
Join us for Toddler Storytime! No sign up required and recommended for ages 3 to 5 years. Our storytimes are filled with bubbles, songs, stories, and crafts or activities.

After School Science with Sam: Tracks and Scat
2023-12-19 16:00 - 17:00 | River Center, 805 N US Highway 1, Jupiter, 33477
December 19th – Tracks & Scat
On select Tuesdays from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, join our Scientist Sam for various after school science activities!
Ages 6-12
In this lesson students will learn about various wildlife tracks & scat. Students will learn how to identify common wildlife tracks/scat and learn how use this knowledge while spending time outdoors. Students will understand how other animals can use these clues in hunting and how native tribes used these clues for survival.
There is no cost for this program but please RSVP to attend. Space is limited
After School Science with Sam – Tracks & Scat

Tots on Trails
2023-12-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Juno Dunes Natural Area, 14501 US Highway 1, Juno Beach, 33408
Join the River Center for our Tots on Trails program, designed for children ages 2-6! Each month, we’ll explore a new natural area in the Jupiter/Tequesta area. This month, we’ll be at Juno Dunes Natural Area.
**THIS IS AN OFF-SITE PROGRAM!** We will meet at the Natural Area parking lot at 10:00 am. Together, we’ll walk the trail, observe plants and animals with our magnifying glasses & binoculars, and learn about the nature surrounding us.
Adults and children should come prepared to be outside for an hour. This includes comfortable clothing, closed toe shoes, hats, sunscreen, bug spray, and water bottles.
Limited to 20 children (+ their accompanying adults). Siblings of all ages are welcome, just include them in your registration! This program is free of charge.
Please RSVP to attend.
Tots on Trails

Cocoa, Cookies & Crafts
2023-12-20 18:00 - 20:00 | old school square, 96 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL, 33444
Cocoa, Cookies & Crafts

Wed, 12/20/2023

6:00pm – 8:00pm

Cocoa, Cookies & Crafts at Old School Square Park in Delray Beach is a festive holiday event. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies, shop for unique crafts, and join in craft workshops while soaking in the holiday spirit. Perfect for families and friends seeking a cozy and creative holiday experience.

Crafts for Kids
2023-12-21 15:00 - 15:30 | North Palm Beach Library, 501 US Highway 1, North Palm Beach, FL, 33408
Crafts for Kids (Up to Age 7)
Every Thursday / 3:00 p.m.

Join us for weekly crafts at the library! We offer a new craft every week, we recommended these crafts for up to age seven.

Kids Night Out at Loggerhead Marine Life
2023-12-22 17:30 - 21:00 | Loggerhead Marine Life Center, 14200 U.S. Highway 1, Juno Beach, FL, 33408
Starting December 22, Kid’s Night Out will be held three times a year for children to experience LMC after dark! During this program, attendees will experience our outdoor sea turtle hospital, participate in a mock shark dissection, and learn about how sea turtles are impacted at night in the dark!
At the beginning of the night, pizza and juice will be served during a movie presented by School Yard Films before the rest of the evening activities!

Gumbo Limbo Aglow!
2023-12-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton, FL, 33432
‘Tis the Seas’n at Gumbo Limbo! Experience holiday ambiance with a special evening visit to our “glowing” outdoor aquariums. Discover what goes on in the aquariums at night after the regular visitors have gone! Enjoy holiday refreshments, yard games, and a festive photo op with our mascot, Luna. Subject to cancellation due to inclement weather or minimum registration.
Advanced reservations are required. bit.ly/GLNC_60
All ages (children under 2 free; children 2 and up must be registered); children under 18 must sign-up and participate with a registered adult.
Sunday: December 3; Fridays: December 8, December 15, December 22; 6:00-7:30 pm
Cost per person: City of Boca Raton/Beach and Park District Resident/Gumbo Limbo Coastal Steward Member $15; All others $19
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center 1801 N Ocean Blvd Boca Raton FL 33432. (561) 544-8605.

Gumbo Limbo Aglow!
2023-12-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton, FL, 33432
‘Tis the SEAS’n at Gumbo Limbo! Experience holiday ambiance with a special evening visit to our “glowing” Outdoor Aquariums. Discover what goes on in the aquariums at night after the regular visitors have gone! Enjoy holiday refreshments, yard games, and a festive photo op with our sea turtle mascot, Luna.
All ages (children under 2 free; children 2 and up must be registered); children under 18 must sign-up and participate with a registered adult.
Advanced reservations are required. Per Person: Resident/Member $15; All others $19
Call Gumbo Limbo Nature Center (561) 544-8605 to reserve a spot or visit https://www.myboca.us/2128/Programs-Registration-Information
A Resident is someone who lives within the boundaries of the City of Boca Raton or the Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District. A Member is someone with a current membership to Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards.
Programs are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather or minimum registration.

Winter Wonderland Laser Lights & Bites
2023-12-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Cox Science Center, 4801 Dreher Trail North, Weest Palm Beach, FL, 33405
The Cox Science Center and Aquarium is bringing back a family holiday event series that will light up your season!Guests of all ages can sing and dance along to holiday favorites during our outdoor Laser Concert spectacular. Explore outdoor exhibits, mini golf, and entertainment like never before with dazzling lights, science-themed activities, food trucks, and laser shows on our Cox Amphitheater stage. We are thrilled to have our guests experience our festive holiday lighting throughout our Science Trail, presented by FPLSolarNow!
Admission to Laser Lights & Bites: $18.95 for adults, $16.95 for seniors, $14.95 for children, $15.95 for adult members, $11.95 for children members. Children under 3 FREE.
Event Time: 6:00-9:00PM, Laser show taking place from 8:30pm-9:00pm
Featured Food Trucks: Bustle & Brew, Gimmie Grillin, Taco Time, Tacos Vera Cruz, Tina’s Treats
Upcoming Laser Lights & Bites events taking place from 6pm-9pm. Check out each date, as they have different food options and activities!

December 1st Activities:– Gimme Grillin and Tina’s Treats Food Trucks– Take your holiday photos and meet the one and only, Santa!– Variety of Winter Themed Crafts and Hands-on Activities– Free Face Painting– Solar Activation Station, presented by FPL SolarNow– DIY S’mores Station– Enjoy Twilight Mini Golf on the first 9 holes of our Conservation Golf Course– Enjoy dazzling holiday lights throughout our Science Trail, presented by FPL SolarNow
December 8th Activities:– Bustle & Brew and Tacos Time Food Trucks– LED Robot Appearance by Digital Vibez– Take your holiday photos and meet the one and only Santa!– Variety of Winter Themed Crafts and Hands-on Activities– Free Face Painting– Solar Activation Station, presented by FPL SolarNow– DIY S’mores Station– Enjoy Twilight Mini Golf on the first 9 holes of our Conservation Golf Course– Enjoy dazzling holiday lights throughout our Science Trail, presented by FPL SolarNow
December 15th Activities: – Bustle and Brew and Tacos Vera Cruz Food Trucks – Performance by the Palm Beach Symphony! (7:30pm-8:00pm)– Take your holiday photos and meet the one and only Santa!– Variety of Winter Themed Crafts and Hands-on Activities– Free Face Painting– Solar Activation Station, presented by FPL SolarNow– DIY S’mores Station– Enjoy Twilight Mini Golf on the first 9 holes of our Conservation Golf Course– Enjoy dazzling holiday lights throughout our Science Trail, presented by FPL SolarNow
December 22nd Activities:– Gimme Grillin and Tina’s Treats Food Trucks – Enjoy the Nutcracker Dance Performance by the Precision Dance Conservatory!– Variety of Winter Themed Crafts and Hands-on Activities– Free Face Painting– Solar Activation Station, presented by FPL SolarNow– DIY S’mores Station– Enjoy Twilight Mini Golf on the first 9 holes of our Conservation Golf Course– Enjoy dazzling holiday lights throughout our Science Trail, presented by FPL SolarNow

Wildlife Encounters
2023-12-23 | Busch Wildlife, 17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter, FL, 33478
Wildlife Encounters

Mon – Fri: 3pm
Sat: 11AM and 2:30PM

Come sit in our Cypress Amphitheater for a wildlife encounter and see native Florida animals up close! Wildlife Encounters are held daily and each program is different so you never know what you might see. With the help of our educational animal ambassadors, learn all about their biology, habitats, and conservation efforts. We are open Monday through Saturday 10am-4:30pm and run on your donations. Come by today!
