Note: Dates and times may change. Contact venues to confirm.
Yuletide Parade and Celebration
Thursday, Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m.
City of Pompano Beach
2400 E. Atlantic Blvd.
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
Dazzling floats, marching bands, dancers, fire clowns, amazing entertainment and Santa Claus himself! Festivities conclude within McNab Park with tree lighting, fireworks, children’s activities, entertainment and more. Parade route starts at Riverside Drive and heads west on Atlantic Blvd. to McNab Park. Call 954-786-4111.
Everlasting Joy!
Friday, Dec. 4 through Sunday, Dec. 13
Trinity Church of Lighthouse Point
3901 NE 22 Ave.
Lighthouse Point, FL 33064
Based on Dickens’ The Christmas Carol. Presented by Revelation Ministries performing arts group. Not suitable for children 4 and under. $25 adults, $10 children 12 and under. www.revelationministries.com.
Hillsboro Lighthouse tour
Saturday Dec. 5, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Alsdorf Park
2974 NE 14 St.
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
Transportation is by boat. Shuttle boats run hourly from Alsdorf Park. Must wear flat, closed shoes, be 4 ft. tall to climb the tower. No pets. $25, free to HLPS members. Paid parking. Visit www.hillsborolighthouse.org/tours.
Handmade holiday gifts
Saturday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Florida Humane Society
3870 N. Powerline Rd.
Pompano Beach, FL 33073
Craft sale benefits the Florida Humane Society. Call 954-974-6152.
Scuba Santa photos
Saturday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Aquatic Center
501 SE 6 Ave.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Have pictures taken underwater with Scuba Santa. Must be able to swim and hold your breath for at least 5 seconds. $5.
Bookstore Grand Opening
Saturday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Daily Reprieve Boutique
201 N. Federal Hwy., Ste. 115
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Christian and Recovery boutique bookstore. Faith-based and 12 Step books available, as well as gifts and jewelry. Food, music and more! Call 754-212-2369.
Ocean Way Holiday
Saturday, Dec. 5, 5 to 9 p.m.
International Fishing Pier and along Ocean Way
200 NE 21 Ave.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Free. Come see the lights, feel the snow flurries and watch performances by local schools. Activities available for kids, as well as photos with Santa, holiday treats, vendors and more.
Holiday Music Concert
Sunday, Dec. 6, 3 p.m.
Community Presbyterian Church
1920 SE 4 St.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Free. Donations accepted. Come and sing along with holiday favorites, then enjoy hot chocolate, spiced cider and cookies. Call 954-427-0222.
Live Nativity Scene and Celebration
Tuesday, Dec. 8, 6 p.m.
Trinity Church of Lighthouse Point
3901 NE 22 Ave.
Lighthouse Point, FL 33064
Christmas carolers at 6:45 p.m. Live nativity begins at 7:15 p.m. Hot dogs, snacks and drinks for sale.
Ice Cream Social with Santa
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 6 to 8 p.m.
Oveta McKeithen Recreational Complex
445 SW 2 St.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Make your own sundae, meet Santa, do arts and crafts. Prizes for singing best Christmas song. $2 adults, $1 kids 12 and under.
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, Dec. 5
• Deerfield Beach
9 to 11:30 a.m.
Butler House
380 E. Hillsboro Blvd.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Santa will have a hot breakfast with boys and girls on his Nice List. Photos and crafts. $10 for family of four; $5 ea. additional person. Call 954-429-0378.
• Lighthouse Point
10 a.m. to noon
Lighthouse Point Fire Station
3740 NE 22 Ave.
Lighthouse Point, Florida 33064
Open to all Lighthouse Point children 12 and under. Please donate an unwrapped gift for Toys for Tots, accepting toys for all ages from babies to teens. Call 954-941-2624.
• Pompano Beach
10 a.m. (followed by Family Fun day 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Pompano Citi Centre
1955 N. Federal Hwy.
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
Enjoy a continental Breakfast with Santa sponsored by J.C. Penney, with delicious milk and cookies provided by Subway! Free Family Fun Day begins at 11a.m. with face painters, DJ and arts and crafts. $5 per child, $10 per adult. Purchase tickets at www.PompanoCityCentre.com.
