The holiday season is in full swing and Miami has no shortage of incredible things to do for everyone, including kids! There’s so much family-friendly fun to explore and add to your winter bucket list, from brilliant light displays to ice skating rinks. As we all await Santa’s arrival, here’s where to get your fill of the Christmas spirit with your little ones in the city!
1. Marvel at the city’s dazzling holiday lights
To give your kids a magical experience this holiday season, you’ve got to check out all the dazzling light displays that Miami has to offer! See the enchanting Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden transform with illuminated pathways for Night at the Garden, and walk alongside lantern trails of mythical creatures and florals at Luminosa. With something for everyone to enjoy, check out our full roundup of holiday lights here!
2. Check out the brightest Christmas trees around the city
There’s no shortage of Christmas trees around Miami this time of year. As part of your festive adventures with the little ones, we’ve rounded up the best trees to catch before the season ends! From giant trees that sync up to music to ones as high as 50 feet, here are some must-see tree displays worth seeking out.
3. Go ice skating
There’s nothing more fun than lacing up a pair of skates and gliding around on the ice during the holidays! It’s one of those essential winter activities and, luckily for us, there are a ton of spots to take your kids to this holiday season — including an outdoor skating rink! Find a full list of amazing ice skating spots in Miami here.
4. Listen to jolly classics at a Candlelight concert
Another festive activity that kids and adults alike would enjoy are Candlelight’s holiday concerts! Aimed at ages 8 plus, these shows offer a magical atmosphere, with talented musicians and popular Christmas tunes under the glow of (electronic) candles. From “All I Want for Christmas Is You” to “Jingle Bell Rock” recreated in the classical form, this makes for a great outing with the whole family.
5. Join in on the festivities at the Miami Children’s Museum
You’ve got to take the kiddos to Miami Children’s Museum, which is putting on a unique Christmas experience for families with exciting programming this month. Highlights include a sock skating rink, where kids can skate and spin in their socks, as well as Holidays Around the World (now-Dec. 29), Pura Vida Monthly Cooking Club (Dec. 21-22), A Holly Jolly Holiday (Dec. 21-22), Noon Year’s Eve (Dec. 31) and more.