Touch Tank Demonstrations
2025-12-07 10:45 - 11:00, 2025-12-08 10:45 - 11:00, 2025-12-09 10:45 - 11:00, 2025-12-10 10:45 - 11:00, 2025-12-11 10:45 - 11:00 UTC | Cox Science Center, 4801 Dreher Trail North, Weest Palm Beach, FL, 33405
Touch Tank Demonstrations
Daily demonstrations at 10:45am

Mindfulness and Meditation for children
2025-12-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Herbs & Earth, 423 Northwood Rd., West Palm Beach, 33407
Kids’ Meditation Class. Sundays at 11:00 AM
A playful, powerful reset for children of all ages, starting at 5 years old. We breathe, move, and imagine to strengthen intuition, focus, and self-confidence. Zero “sit still” pressure. This is YOUR time to connect with your inner guidance and learn about yourself.
Parents welcome!

Winter Wonderland at Downtown Palm Beach Gardens
2025-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Palm Beach Gardens, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave, Downtown Palm Beach Gardens, 33410

Live Alligator Petting
2025-12-07 14:00 - 14:30 | Cox Science Center, 4801 Dreher Trail North, Weest Palm Beach, FL, 33405
Live Alligator Petting
Friday – Sunday Only at 2:00pm

Trinity Christian School Christmas Tree Farm
2025-12-07 15:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-08 15:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-09 15:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-10 15:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-11 15:00 - 19:00 | Trinity Christian School, 9625 N Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, 33410
Bring home the warmth and joy of Christmas with a fresh-cut tree that is ready to become the centerpiece of your family’s celebration.
On our very own campus, from the same Pumpkin Patch that brings our community together each fall, the Trinity Tree Farm transforms into a festive holiday destination filled with the spirit of the season. Every purchase directly benefits Trinity Christian School, helping us continue to provide a Christ-centered education and enriching experiences for our students.
Tree Pricing
Table Top $35
5-6 foot $75
6-7 foot $85
7-8 foot $95
8-9 foot $110
Pre-orders are available November 5 through December 5 with pick-ups at the Tree Farm beginning on December 5, 2025.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Handel’s Messiah and Holiday Pops at Barry University
2025-12-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Barry University Shepard & Ruth K. Broad Performing Arts Center, 11300 NE 2nd Ave., Miami Shores, 33161
South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO), led by Sebrina María Alfonso, returns to illuminate and inspire joy this holiday season with its beloved performances of Handel’s glorious Messiah (Part 1, the Christmas portion) culminating in the iconic “Hallelujah” chorus, and modern Holiday Pops favorites on December 7, at 4 p.m., at Barry University in Miami. SFSO will be joined by vocal soloists Katherine Henly (soprano), Maggie Reneé (mezzo-soprano), Christopher W. Waite (tenor), Neil Nelson (bass-baritone) and the South Florida Symphony Chorus. Enjoy a pre-concert chat with Dr. Alan Mason 30 minutes before the concerts, featuring in-depth conversation and insights about the works and composer.
SFSO’s 2025 holiday program will open with a selection of Holiday Pops festive favorites including “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” “The Prayer” (as made popular by Andrea Bocelli), “You Make It Feel Like Christmas” (as made popular by Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani), “Christmas Canon” (made popular by Trans-Siberian Orchestra) and “Festive Sounds of Hanukkah.” Audiences are also invited to sing along to a special medley of cherished classics – “Jingle, Bells,” “Silent Night,” “Joy to the World” and more.
Per tradition, SFSO will close the joyous evening with Part I of Handel’s Messiah culminating with the iconic “Hallelujah” chorus as sung by the South Florida Symphony Chorus, made-up of seasoned chorale singers and community talent, directed by Dr. Giselle Elgarresta Rios. Rios and Maestra Alfonso collaborated to create the South Florida Symphony Chorus in 2019, which made its debut at the Beethoven 250th celebration in February of 2020.
SFSO’s 28th season of “Juxtapositions” explores beauty in contrasts, where the bold and the sublime intersect, and timeless masterpieces share the stage with today’s most compelling and celebrated musical voices. From Mozart’s vivacious “Haffner” symphony to the sun-drenched skies of Mendelssohn’s “Italian” and the sweeping emotion of Sibelius’ Violin Concerto — performances burst with color and power. Beethoven’s luminous Piano Concerto No. 4 and Dvořák’s Bohemian Eighth deepen the journey, while Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio espagnol whirls with Spanish flair. SFSO is also proud to present upcoming orchestra firsts by GRAMMY-nominated composers, including the Florida premiere of Had to Be by Haitian-American Nathalie Joachim, featuring breakout cellist Seth Parker Woods, and Carlos Simon’s Four Black American Dances.
From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and performing modern musical scores including Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas and Back to the Future, featuring the iconic films screened live with audio and musical accompaniment, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres. Back by popular demand, SFSO will accompany ARRIVAL from Sweden: The Music of ABBA on Feb. 26 at the Broward Center.
Tickets for Handel’s Messiah are on sale now beginning at $35. For the December 7 performance at Barry University’s Shepard & Ruth K. Broad Performing Arts Center (11300 NE 2nd Ave in Miami Shores), order online at southfloridasymphony.org/handels-messiah or via phone at (954) 522-8445. Student tickets and group rates are also available by calling (954) 522-8445 or emailing info@southfloridasymphony.org.

ILUMINA: A Tropical Garden Lantern Festival at Mounts Botanical Garden
2025-12-07 17:30 - 22:30, 2025-12-10 17:30 - 22:30, 2025-12-11 17:30 - 22:30 | Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, 33415
Mounts Botanical Garden’s popular holiday light spectacular is back – bigger, brighter, and more dazzling than ever – with ILUMINA: A Tropical Garden Lantern Festival. Step into a world of light, color, and wonder with ILUMINA: A Tropical Garden Lantern Festival – where nature, art, and imagination come alive in a radiant celebration of light.
As night falls, ILUMINA transforms Mounts Botanical Garden’s lush landscape into a glowing paradise filled with more than 500 handcrafted glowing silk lanterns, inspired by the plants, animals, and vibrant spirit of the tropics. As you stroll through illuminated pathways, you’ll encounter towering chameleons, radiant flamingos, shimmering butterflies, luminous orchids, and the festival’s breathtaking centerpiece – a 195-foot dragon rising from the Garden’s lake, a masterpiece of color and light that leaves you in awe. ILUMINA is family-friendly and walkable, making it an ideal evening outing for couples and friends.
ILUMINA is more than an exhibition – it’s a celebration of art, culture, and community spirit you don’t want to miss!
What: ILUMINA: A Tropical Garden Lantern Festival
When: Nov.12, 2025 – Jan. 11, 2026
Where: Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415 (between Southern Blvd. and Belvedere Rd.)
Hours: Wednesdays to Sundays; 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm (except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day)
Tickets: https://www.mounts.org/ilumina/ (Mounts Members $16 adults/$2 age 2-17; Non-Members $26 adults/$10 age 2-17).
Groups (12 or more) & Private Events: tickets@mounts.org; 561-233-1757
Parking: Complimentary on-site parking

Nightly Snowfall at CityPlace
2025-12-07 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-08 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-10 18:30 - 20:30 | CityPlace, 700 South Rosemary Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401
Yes, it’s real. Yes, it’s magical. Take in the real magic of the holiday season with snowfall each evening at CityPlace beginning Saturday, November 8th, through the end of the year.

November 8-December 31, 2025
Nightly (weather permitting)
6:30, 7:30, & 8:30pm

Future Wavemakers Challenge | Open for Kids ages 4 - 18! Due 1/28/26
2025-12-08 08:00 - 2026-01-28 17:00
Calling ALL Parents & Teachers!
The Future Wavemakers Challenge is now open! Kids ages 4–18 can submit a short video or written idea about how they would protect Florida’s nature — and they could win scholarships up to $5,000. The Top School will win a $10,000 STEM Grant!
✨ Easy to enter
🌱 Big impact
🏆 Real opportunities
Deadline: January 28. https://futurewavemakers.org/challenge/

Toddler Storytime
2025-12-08 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.

ZenHippo Healthy Sleep Workshop
2025-12-08 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for a informative workshop designed to help tired parents find confidence and clarity around their little one’s sleep. Led by certified pediatric sleep consultant Jamie Toliver, this interactive session will guide you through the fundamentals of healthy sleep for babies and toddlers, including routines, nap transitions, bedtime strategies, and gentle techniques that actually work.
December 8th 10:30 AM
485 Seventh Street, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401

Swamp Serving Alligator Feeding
2025-12-08 16:00 - 16:30 | Busch Wildlife, 17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter, FL, 33478
Stop by our Sanctuary on Mondays at 4 PM for our weekly Alligator presentation and feeding! Come see the mighty Florida Alligator and learn all about why they are such an important keystone species, how they help the environment and much more!

Tiny Tales Storytime
2025-12-10 10:00 - 10:30 | Busch Wildlife, 17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter, FL, 33478
Join us for Toddler Storytime in our Educational Amphitheater, every Wednesday at 10 a.m. A great family-friendly program where little ones of all ages can learn about wildlife! Listen to stories about gators and panthers, and see some of our animal ambassadors up close.

Daytime Playtime
2025-12-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-11 10:00 - 14:00 | CityPlace, 700 South Rosemary Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401
The mamas spoke up, and we listened!
Join us weekly for a casual play date on the lawn featuring water tables, hula hoops, lawn games and more. Bring your towels for post-splashing in Water Pavilion West Palm and pack your lawn blankets for shady enjoyment! Ideal for little ones 5 and under, and all ages welcome.
Please note: no diapers in fountain please; if changing needs to occur, please use public restrooms.

CityPlace

Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10AM-2PM

ZenHippo Cookie Workshop with Sweet Stacy's
2025-12-10 11:00 - 12:00
Let’s bake together! Join baker Sweet Stacy to explore ingredients, decorate festive holiday cookies, and enjoy some sweet samples. We’ll also share a read-aloud, sing along to holiday tunes, and toast our cookie creations with a wholesome banana shake.
December 10th 11:00 AM
485 Seventh Street, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401

Crafts for Kids
2025-12-11 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.
