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A Mom Approved Miami Guide for 2025
The holiday season in South Florida is pure magic, awesome weather, sparkling lights, and endless festive fun for little ones. If you’re looking for toddler-approved holiday events, Santa meet-ups, lights, and daytime activities, here’s your complete guide to the best things to do with kids under 5 this season.
Visit Santa at Zoo Miami’s Zoo Lights
Twinkling lights, giant animal lanterns, music, and a meet-and-greet with Santa make this one of South Florida’s most magical holiday traditions. The paths are stroller-friendly, and toddlers love the bright, colorful displays and playground!
Santa at Dolphin Mall
Dolphin Mall transforms into a festive winter setup that little ones adore, and this year includes nightly snowfall, creating the perfect “South Florida winter wonderland.” Kids can enjoy Santa meet-and-greets, sparkling décor, and plenty of stroller-friendly walkways.
👉 Find all dates & details here: https://shopdolphinmall.com/pages/photos-with-santa
Santa at The Falls
The Falls goes all-out with garlands, lights, a beautiful Santa set, and their beloved nightly snowfall, where children can dance and play under gentle, soapy snowflakes. It’s one of the most magical (and toddler-friendly) holiday traditions in Miami.
👉 All dates & info: https://www.simon.com/mall/the-falls/stores/santa-photo-experience#/profile?location=Santa+Photo+Experience
Free Santa Photos at Bass Pro Shops
One of the best free Santa options in South Florida! Enjoy complimentary photos, crafts, and holiday-themed activities for little ones.
👉 Details: https://www.basspro.com/b/santas-wonderland
The Berry Farms Winter Festival (Day & Night)
Tractor rides, festive décor, adorable holiday photo ops, a Christmas barnyard, delicious treats, and huge play zones, and magical nighttime lights make this a must for toddlers.
👉 https://www.visittheberryfarm.com
A Very Merry Garden
Celebrate the magic of the holidays at Fairchild Garden, where every path sparkles with wonder and joy. From dazzling lights and live jazz to Santa visits and family fun, the Garden transforms into Miami’s most festive destination all season long. Whether you’re exploring the enchanting Night Garden, finding the perfect gift, or sharing the spirit of the season with loved ones, there’s no better place to make your holidays merry and bright.
👉 Find all dates & details here:https://fairchildgarden.org/events/very-merry/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign&utm_content&utm_term=fairchild%20botanical%20gardens&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22010983872&gbraid=0AAAAACTypPuEeYDib42t3ZSWLS_o9PGMu&gclid=CjwKCAiA_orJBhBNEiwABkdmjIUAVstNIukFTGkzYCVYF3Lri0NLxRW1xeRU6U8Imtfa6iKNmY0xKBoC4qcQAvD_BwE
The City of Hialeah’s Santa’s Snow Blast
50 tons of snow at Milander Park to giving us all the winter feels! Performances from local schools, rides and bounce houses, food trucks, and so much more!
👉 Details: https://www.instagram.com/p/DRVIk-pEvmt/
Pinecrest Gardens Nights of Lights
A botanical garden transformed with twinkling light tunnels, festive music, holiday displays, and gentle walking paths. Peaceful, stroller-friendly, and perfect for little ones who love lights.
👉 https://www.pinecrestgardens.org/Arts-Events/Festivals-Special-Events/Nights-of-Lights
Pembroke Gardens Holiday Events
Santa Storytime, Crafts & Holiday Brunch
Pembroke Gardens offers sweet holiday experiences made for young kids — Santa storytime, themed crafts, and weekend brunch events.
👉 See full schedule: https://www.pembrokegardens.com/events/
Coral Gables Holiday Playground
A winter wonderland opens as the tree is lit on Friday, Dec. 5, and runs through Jan. 7. Children of all ages can enjoy rides and holiday-themed backdrops daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 405 Biltmore Way.
NightGarden at Fairchild
Fri Nov 7, 2025 – Sun Jan 11, 2026
6 PM – 10 PM | All ages
Adults (11+) $46 | Children (up to 10) $41
📍 Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden — 10901 Old Cutler Rd, Miami, FL 33156
Walk through a glowing garden filled with illuminated sculptures, interactive projections, AR fairy encounters, and music. The FairyScope app and family-friendly dance area make it extra fun for toddlers. Stroller-friendly and full of magic.
👉 More info & tickets: use link for 25% off tickets https://feverup.com/m/491532
Christmas Light-Ups & Holiday Fairs
South Florida hosts some of the best holiday light-ups, fairs, and markets, perfect for toddlers — tree lightings, walk-through displays, community festivals, and holiday markets.
👉 See EVERY holiday light event, fair, and Christmas celebration here:
https://www.momapprovedmiami.com/south-florida-holiday-event-guide-2025
📚 Miami-Dade Public Library Holiday Events
Local libraries offer amazing free holiday fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, including:
Holiday-themed story times
Craft sessions
Sensory play
Music & movement
Family holiday programs
Browse all events:
👉 https://www.mdpls.org/events
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