One of the best parts about Christmas in Miami is all the beautiful light displays adorning the city. They definitely get us into the holiday spirit, and checking them out provides a perfect occasion to spend more time with family. There are a lot of options, but we've narrowed down some of the best places where to see Christmas lights in Miami.
The greatest Christmas theme park in Miami is coming for its 26th season with more rides and great entertainment. This year, it features more than 100 rides and attractions. Dive into this holiday experience located in Tropical Park, filled with Christmas lights and decorations. Santa's Enchanted Forest claims to be the world’s largest holiday theme park and free carnival, which makes it the perfect choice to take the whole family for a fun-filled evening. The theme park will be open during the holiday season from now until January 8, 2023.
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Bayfront Park hosted its annual holiday tree lighting on Nov. 23 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. The tree is an artificial, 50-foot Rocky Mountain Pine Tree. It will stay lit each evening in the park and remain lit into the new year. The event itself is free, but you may have to pay to park.
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Enjoy millions of animal-shaped Christmas lights this holiday season by visiting Zoo Lights Miami. Bring your family along for a walkthrough of the zoo's amazing Christmas displays plus sharing milk and cookies with Santa. The park also features carousel rides and carolers. Zoo Lights will be on Fridays and Saturdays from November 23 to December 29. Be sure to check out their Zoo Lights schedule and fees.
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Historic Holiday Evening Strolls
Experience a family holiday evening with over a dozen holiday trees, from the grand 17-foot tree in the Great Hall. Stroll the main grounds and view the Historic Holiday Décor daily from Friday, Nov, 25, 2022 – Friday, January 6, 2023. Guests can also enjoy the warmth of a campfire and showings of holiday films! All members and non-members must purchase or reserve their tickets online in advance.
Santa visits the Chimps at Lion Country Safari's Chimp Island on December 20 at 10:30 a.m. Plan to arrive at the park at 9:30 a.m. with plenty of time to get through the exhibits. This is the only time during the entire year that park guests can get out of the cars to watch the Chimpanzees receive presents from Santa. Tickets are $35 for adults, $31.50 for seniors, and $26 for children ages three to nine. Parking is $8.
When it comes to where to see Christmas lights in Miami, there’s a place everyone will enjoy! Don’t forget to bring your loved ones along for any visits you plan during the holidays. Spending time with them is what this season is all about!
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