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 Every year at Christmas time The Henry Morrison Flagler Museum, also called “Whitehall,” is decorated in traditional Gilded Age splendor. The focal point of the Christmas decorations is a 16-foot-tall Christmas Tree in the Grand Hall, adorned with colored electrical lights and traditional Gilded Age style ornaments.

Bring your family and experience holiday traditions like the Annual Tree Lighting where you can meet Santa Claus, enjoy refreshments, hear music on the historic organ and watch as Henry Flagler's descendants and relatives light the Grand Hall Christmas Tree. The annual Special Christmas Lecture features a presentation on holiday traditions. During Holiday Evening Tours, families tour Whitehall after hours by the glow of the original light…

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There’s a lot going on in Wellington over the holidays this year. Here are a few events you might enjoy.

Family Fun Day

The Lakeside Family Fun Day is set to happen on Saturday, Dec. 15 on Lake Wellington, located behind the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). The event will feature a variety of free activities for the entire family to enjoy between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., including kayaking, paddle boarding, a bounce house, a rock wall, glitter tattoos, lawn games, fishing, Plaster Time Crafts and more. Try goat yoga between 9 a.m. and noon and take photos with Santa between 10 a.m. and noon. 

Holiday Boat Parade

At Wellington’s Holiday Boat Parade, you can watch as local residents and boating enthusiasts light…

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There’s a lot to do in South Florida over the holidays, here are a few events that you’ll not want to miss.

Christmas With The Chimps

Lion Country Safari is a cageless zoo experience in West Palm Beach. On December 20 the zoo will showcase its annual "Christmas with the Chimps" event at 10:30 a.m. It’s the only time of year that guests are able to get out of their vehicles and observe the chimps as they receive special Christmas gifts from Santa Claus. Aside from the chimpanzees, Lion Country Safari will have all its usual exhibits open including zebras, rhinoceroses, giraffes, impalas, lions, and other African animals. After the drive-through excursion, patrons spend the afternoon enjoying the themed rides, feeding the giraffes, and touring the…

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The Delray Beach Jingle Bell Jog 5K is an annual running event that champions all things associated with the festive winter holidays. Jingle Bells, Santa, Mistletoe, Egg Nog, Reindeer, Elves! Most events give out a shirt with your entry; not this event! All participants will receive a Santa Suit costume! You will also receive a pair of Jingle Bells to tie to your running shoes! The sights and sounds of running Santas will take over Delray Beach! All finishers will be treated with a Holiday themed medal!

  • Event Date: Saturday, December 15, 2018

  • Location: Anchor Park, 340 South Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach, FL 33483

  • 5K Start Time: 7:30am

  • Little Elf Dashes: 8:30am

All participants will need to pick up their race bibs…

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The Historic Old Northwood's 31st Annual Candlelight Holiday Home Tour will be held on Sunday, December 16 from 5pm - 9pm. Tickets are the same price as last year $35.00. Check-in is located at 3510 Spruce Ave, WPB FL 33407 starting at 3:30pm.

The Candlelight Home Tour is an annual event that began thirty years ago and draws over 1,400 people to visit the historic homes in this unique neighborhood and share wine and conversation with friends and neighbors. The Old Northwood District includes homes in the Mission, Mediterranean Revival, Frame and Mid-Century Vernacular styles, designed in the 1920s by leading architects.

The Taste of Northwood Experience will take you on a guided walking tour of Northwood Village along the way your guide will…

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There’s a lot going on in South Florida this weekend, here a few fun things for those of you who live in the Palm Beaches.

Gardens Of Lights

Thousands of lights illuminating foliage around the garden. The Gardens Of Lights presentation was installed by the same company that produces Admirals Cove, and Las Olas's displays. 

This is the first time the garden history it has been open at night.  Since the garden in the flight path of Palm Beach International Airport organizers had to work with them and PBSO to make sure the lights weren't distracting to pilots.

  • Mounts Botanical Garden

  • 531 N Military Trl.

  • West Palm Beach, FL 33415

  • Tickets are $10 - adults | $5 – children

JTAA Holiday Parade

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This year marks the 38th Annual  Stuart Christmas Boat Parade, which is being held Saturday, December 8.

The Parade will begin at the Jensen Beach Causeway at 6pm and proceed to Sandsprit Park and into the Manatee Pocket where it will end at the Twisted Tuna at around 7:45pm with the announcement of the winners. The judges boat to be sponsored by Chapman School of Seamanship will be located near the Crossroads. The captains meeting will be held on Friday, Dec 6 at 6:00pm at The Twisted Tuna in Port Salerno.

All Stuart mariners are encouraged to decorate their vessels, large or small, and enjoy some good family fun for the holidays. Everyone is invited to enjoy viewing the parade boats at restaurants, parks and other locations along the route. You…

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The historic Chipley Christmas Fest and Parade is a family-oriented holiday celebration that will be happening this Friday in West Palm Beach.

A lighted Christmas parade will light up Main Street at 5:30pm. Get your Christmas shopping done during the Holiday Stroll when Downtown merchants will have their doors open offering special holiday discounts and Christmas treats to their guests. Wander down to the Farmer's Market Complex on 7th Street and visit the Christmas Market where you can find specialty arts and crafts gifts for your loved ones. Enjoy the beautiful sounds of classic Christmas tunes drifting on the crisp air as your little ones get their free photo with Santa or participate in one of the children's games or activities. There will even be…

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Featuring more than 125,000 LED lights, captivating holiday displays, a giant Christmas tree, factory tours, chocolate-making classes, and photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Winter Wonderland will be open nightly, November 17 through December 30 from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. and is FREE to the public. (closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day)

The festival will include:

  • Colorful holiday lights and festive ornaments adorning the trees throughout the garden and a magnificent 12-foot Christmas tree.

  • Special Menorah Lighting Ceremony on December 4th

  • Enchanting, animated holiday displays will include a beautifully lit gazebo, cascading fountains, an Arctic zone with lighted polar bears and penguins, a Nativity…

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Winter Wonderland at the Riviera Beach Marina Village will feature a unique tree lighting ceremony at 7 p.m., fire truck parade, snow machine, free pictures with Summer Santa Claus, holiday caroling, a photo competition, holiday shopping at the Tiki Market, hot cocoa, free gift wrapping, giveaways, train rides, a special mailbox that sends letters to Santa, gifts for the kids and more!

Where: Riviera Beach Marina Village Event Center. 190 East 13th Street, Riviera Beach, FL 33404.

When: Fri, December 4, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST.

Click here for more information.

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