November 24, 2025
Things to Do This Weekend in The Palm Beaches
Wondering what to do this weekend in Palm Beach County? Explore our top picks for free events, live concerts, Thanksgiving happenings and festivals across The Palm Beaches, from Jupiter to Boca Raton. Check out our Holiday Guide and our events page for all happenings in The Palm Beaches this weekend and beyond!
Events for Friday, November 28
???? Date: November 28 – November 30
???? Hours: Vary
???? Location: Olympic Heights Performing Arts Theater. 20101 Lyons Road Boca Raton 33434.
Step into the holiday season with Boca Ballet Theatre’s enchanting production of The Nutcracker, returning November 28–30, 2025. Featuring American Ballet Theatre stars Zimmi Coker and Carlos Gonzalez, this magical performance brings festive sparkle, timeless music, and elegant choreography to Boca Raton for a holiday tradition everyone will love.
???? Date: Now – January 11, 2026
Wednesdays – Sundays (except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day)
???? Hours: 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM???? Location: Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 North Military Trail West Palm Beach, FL 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. is family-friendly and walkable, making it an ideal evening outing for couples and friends.
???? Date: November 28
???? Hours: 4:00 PM – Close
???? Location: Wyndham Grand Jupiter at Harbourside Place
Get cozy this holiday season at Wyndham Grand Jupiter as our holiday pop-up bar returns for the second year in a row. From Friday, November 21, 2025, through Saturday, January 3, 2026, the lobby and lounge will transform into the Harbourside Ski Lodge—a festive hideaway brimming with holiday cheer. Gather your friends or co-workers, savor holiday-inspired, hand-crafted cocktails, made from scratch-to-order bites, with daily specials and events including live entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays
???? Date: November 28
???? Hours: Open Thurs–Sun, 1 PM–12 AM
???? Location: Pop Stroke, 2429 Perimeter Rd West Palm Beach
PopStroke is going full North Pole–meets–Palm Beach with festive holiday cocktails, shareable bites, and skyline views strung with twinkle lights. It’s the perfect spot for date nights, group outings, or post–mini golf drinks.
???? Date: November 28 – January 3
???? Hours: Thursdays to Saturdays, 5:00PM – 9:00PM
???? Location: HiltonWest Palm Beach, 600 Okeechobee Boulevard West Palm Beach, Florida, 33401
Get into the holiday spirit at Jingle & Mingle, an outdoor bar experience filled with cozy firepits, twinkling lights, and spirited fun for all ages. From cheerful cocktails to family-friendly gatherings, celebrate the magic of the season in true South Florida style — merry, bright, and just steps from Downtown West Palm Beach.
???? Date: November 28
???? Hours: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Fridays & Saturdays)
???? Location: 700 S Rosemary Ave Suite 200, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Get into the holiday spirit at Jingle & Mingle, an outdoor bar experience filled with cozy firepits, twinkling lights, and spirited fun for all ages. From cheerful cocktails to family-friendly gatherings, celebrate the magic of the season in true South Florida style, merry, bright, and just steps from Downtown West Palm Beach.
Events for Saturday, November 29
???? Date: November 29
???? Hours: 5:00 PM
???? Location: Harbourside Place, 200 N US Highway One Jupiter, FL 33477
Harbourside Place in Jupiter kicks off the season with its annual Tree Lighting, a sparkling waterfront celebration that brings the community together. Stroll the festive plaza, enjoy live entertainment, and watch the towering holiday tree illuminate the night sky—all set against the scenic backdrop of the Jupiter Inlet. It’s the perfect way to welcome the holidays in true Palm Beaches style.
???? Date: November 29
???? Hours: Check Website
???? Location: 3414 Eastview Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
November 29, 2025, at 3 PM for the Historic Northwood Hills Centennial Home Tour. Explore charming, time-honored homes and discover the stories that shaped our neighborhood. Guests will explore a curated selection of distinctive, historic homes, each offering complimentary appetizers, wine, or specialty beer.
For an elevated experience, VIP ticket holders will enjoy an exclusive tour of a 1920s castle-style residence, followed by a private speakeasy-themed cocktail party, complete with curated drinks, catered hors d’oeuvres, and roaring twenties jazz.
A century of history awaits, Get your tickets!
???? Date: November 29 – January 4
???? Hours: Check Website
???? Location: The Ben Hotel, 251 Narcissus Ave West Palm Beach, FL
This holiday season, experience a winter wonderland in the heart of West Palm Beach! The Ben Hotel, an Autograph Collection property, is South Florida’s only outdoor ice-skating rink with real ice. This unique attraction will bring entry to the Winter Tree Forest and Holiday Market. Stroll the forest and shop the market for unique gifts this holiday season.
???? Date: November 29
???? Hours: All Day
???? Location: Downtown Delray, 350 SE 1st St Delray Beach, FL 33444
Pledge to #ShopSmall on Saturday, November 29th and throughout the holiday season! Did you know that 96% of our businesses in Downtown Delray are small, locally owned, independent businesses?
Support our local economy and shop the hundreds of unique boutiques, salons, spas, art galleries, restaurants, and professional services downtown.
This year, we are kicking off the holiday season with our new Downtown Delray Shop Small Holiday Pass! Launching on Small Business Saturday (November 29th), you can sign up for FREE for the mobile pass, check-in at Downtown Delray retail stores to earn points and win gift cards!
???? Date: November 29
???? Hours: Check Website
???? Location: 300 N Dixie Hwy West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Sunshine Cinema: Florida in Film invites visitors to step into Florida’s rich movie-making past with archival footage, vintage artifacts, and interactive exhibits that showcase the state’s starring role in film history. It’s an engaging, family-friendly look at how Florida helped shape Hollywood magic.
???? Date: Now – January 2026
???? Hours: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
???? Location: Lion Country Safari, 2003 Lion Country Safari Road West Palm Beach, FL 33470
Glow wild at Lanterns and Lights Safari Nights—the first lantern festival at Lion Country Safari! From November 2025 to January 2026, explore 60+ glowing wildlife displays, a Prehistoric Land of Legends, festive bites, holiday cocktails, and visits from Santa. A magical after-dark adventure for all ages.
???? Date: November 27 – 30
???? Hours: Vary by Day
???? Location: Sunset Cove Amphitheater 20405 Amphitheater Circle Boca Raton, FL
Garden Bros Circus brings high-energy thrills to Boca Raton with jaw-dropping acrobatics, electrifying stunts, and over-the-top entertainment for all ages. From daredevil performances to larger-than-life production effects, it’s a fast-paced, family-friendly spectacle that keeps the excitement soaring from start to finish.
Events for Sunday, November 30
???? Date: November 30, 2025
???? Hours: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
???? Location: 6000 North Flagler Drive West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Designed for adults and families, both residents and visitors, this engaging half-day adventure connects participants with three of the region’s most cherished wildlife sanctuaries: Manatee Lagoon, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary and Loggerhead Marinelife Center.
Through engaging experiences and interactive learning, the WILD in the Palm Beaches Tour promises to create lasting memories while supporting the essential work of each partner organization.
???? Date: November 21 – December 28
???? Hours: 6 PM – 9 PM
Fridays and Saturdays 6 PM – 10 PMSundays and select weeknights 6 PM – 9 PM(weather permitting)
???? Location: Okeeheelee Park, 7715 Forest Hill Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33413
Enjoy over 2 miles of spectacular holiday lights from the comfort of your vehicle including dancing lights, talking props, synchronized light displays, and so much more.
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???? Date: November 30
???? Hours: 7:00 PM
???? Location: Arts Garage 94 NE 2nd Ave Delray Beach, FL 33444
This fantastic tribute to Bob Marley features Yvad, former lead singer of The Wailers band and solo artist. Yvad & The Legal Roots perform over 90-120 minutes of the hits and songs of this legendary Reggae artist, plus original reggae music. You’ll hear hits like No Woman No Cry, Three Little Birds, Buffalo Soldier, Redemption Song and many more!
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Beach Front Igloos at The Singer Oceanfront Resort
From November 2025 through March 2026, The Singer Oceanfront Resort debuts Beachside Igloos on its private beach. Each igloo features a fire pit, Adirondack chairs, a holiday playlist, and seasonal treats including shareable plates—such as artisanal cheese boards and a Mediterranean mezze platter—along with an a la carte menu from Caretta Caretta, s’mores, and hot chocolate. Family-friendly packages with cookie-decorating kits and holiday games are also available. Guests can reserve a cozy dome for small groups of up to six via the resort’s website or ResortPass.
Coming Soon!! Artisans of Food & Wine, Boca Raton
???? Dates: Get your tickets now – Event takes place January 15-18
???? Time: Check Website
???? Location: The Boca Raton, 501 East Camino Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Artisans of Wine & Food returns for its second edition, January 15–18, 2026, bringing four unforgettable days of culinary magic and wine distinction to Florida’s coastline. Experience more than 100 esteemed Napa Valley wineries and 20+ celebrated chefs from Michelin-starred and award-winning restaurants, all gathered at The Boca Raton for a weekend devoted to epicurean excellence. The event lineup features over 20 experiences, from intimate vintner-hosted dinners to an expansive grand tasting and a dazzling gala headlined by the legendary Mario Carbone. Purchase your Weekend Pass or A La Carte ticket today and savor every extraordinary moment.
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