By Eesha Butt and Alizée Chaudey By Eesha Butt and Alizée Chaudey | November 13, 2024 | Lifestyle, Guides,
The holly-jolly season is only complete with beautifully blinding festive lights. Here are the 10 best holiday lights in Palm Beach to celebrate the season.
Holidays Kickoff at CityPlace
CityPlace kicks off the holiday season with its annual Holiday Kickoff, featuring the first snowfall, light shows at The Wishing Tree and photos with Santa. Enjoy festive music and performances by Mister Trombone, Ballet Palm Beach and DJ Lexey on electric violin. Emmy-winning meteorologist Glenn Glazer hosts the event, leading the countdown to the first snowfall and Wishing Tree light show. Nov. 9, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach, Website
Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade
The 30th Annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade, benefiting Toys for Tots and Little Smiles, kicks off the holiday season with a Zambelli fireworks display as it travels up the Intracoastal Waterway from North Palm Beach to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse. Judging is based on lights, enthusiasm and themed décor, with over $10,000 in cash and prizes awarded to the top boats in each category. Dec. 7, Runs from North Palm Beach to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, Website
Walk The Lights and Family Fun Night at Okeeheelee Park
For the first time ever, Lights 4 Hope, Inc. invites visitors to walk through its holiday light display and enjoy a family fun night. The event offers a leisurely walk along the light show route (not a timed event or race) with food trucks, vendors, holiday movies, bounce houses, singing, dancing and more for all ages. Dec. 24, 7715 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach, Website
Christmas at Whitehall
At the Flagler Museum, Whitehall’s first floor is transformed into a Christmas wonderland with a 16-foot tree, Gilded Age-style ornaments, and historically accurate greenery. The home’s exterior and front gate are decorated with festive wreaths and ribbons. Guests enjoy music on the Odell organ and Steinway grand piano, a choir performance, refreshments, and a visit from Santa Claus. Dec. 1, One Whitehall Way, Palm Beach, Website
Zoo Lights
The Palm Beach Zoo’s annual holiday light display features over 1 million eco-friendly lights across 23 acres. Enjoy seasonal treats, visit Santa and join the DJ holiday party as you explore the illuminated zoo. Nov. 23- Jan. 5, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach, Website
Winter Nights & Holiday Lights
Boynton Beach brings holiday cheer with live performances by local groups like the Boynton Beach High School Choir & Drumline, plus food trucks and other festive attractions. Dec. 1, 120 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach, Website
Holiday in Paradise
The world’s only 35-foot, 700-ton holiday sand tree, Sandi, returns to the West Palm Beach waterfront for this year’s Holiday in Paradise. The event features a light and music show, a 50-foot Ferris wheel, and a variety of sand sculptures, including the Be Good Ship Lollipop with a giant pirate ship and sand bar for kids. Visitors can also enjoy daily activities and free entertainment through New Year's Eve. Dec. 5-31, 100 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach, Website
100-foot Christmas Tree Lighting at Delray Beach
Join in one of Palm Beach’s favorite holiday traditions with the lighting of a towering 100-foot Christmas tree. The event includes crafts, musical performances and plenty of food and activities for the whole family to enjoy. December 3, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach, Website
Tropical Holiday Trees at Mounts Botanical Garden
Experience a unique twist on traditional holiday tree lighting at Mounts Botanical Garden, where two large trees are decorated with vibrant bromeliads and tropical botanicals. Through Dec. 31, 531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, Website
Christmas Tree Lighting at Palm Beach Atlantic University
Kick off the holiday season at Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Christmas Tree Lighting event, complete with hot chocolate, Florida “snow,” festive treats and a holiday movie on the lawn. Dec. 5, 901 S. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach, Website
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