Holidays in Boynton Beach
Join the City of Boynton Beach for a weekend of holiday festivities in Downtown Boynton. Enjoy lights, performances, music, themed activities, and family friendly fun at two signature events.
Holiday Tree Lighting
54th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting
Date: Friday, December 5
Time: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Location: Centennial Park and Amphitheater
Theme: The Polar Express
- Tree lighting ceremony at 6:30 p.m.
- Drone show at 7:20 p.m.
- Live performances
- Holiday market and food trucks
- Meet and greets with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and characters
- Ferris wheel, train ride, and photo opportunities
Holiday Parade
54th Annual Holiday Parade
Date: Saturday, December 6
Time: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Route: Federal Highway from SE 5th Avenue to E Ocean Avenue
Theme: Tropical Tidings
General Parking
- Town Square
- 114 N Federal Highway
- Street parking along E Ocean Avenue to SE 3rd Street
- Pence Park (access from SE 5th Avenue and SE 3rd Street only)
ADA Parking
Holiday Tree Lighting Festivities
The 54th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting will feature live entertainment, holiday market vendors, food trucks, themed activities, festive photo opportunities, and a spectacular tree lighting ceremony followed by a drone show.
Entertainment
- Poinciana Elementary Chorus
- Galaxy Elementary Chorus
- Melissa and Starlings Performing Arts
- Young Singers of the Palm Beaches
- Capoeira Karkara
- Southern Dance Theatre
- Nanny Gingerbread
- Boynton Beach Community High School Drum Line
Food Vendors
- G’s Hibachi
- Empanada Outlaws
- Kobschies Ice Rolls
- Babci’s Kitchen
- Tacos Veracruz
- Kona Ice
- Glow Bowl Food
- Fruit to the Max
- Taste T’s Pastries
- Pepe’s Hey Babe
- City Sweets
- Incredible Kettle Corn
- Cocoa and Crème
- Brie’s Bake Shop
- Keisha Cakes
- Cool Lagoon Drinks
- Bar service for attendees ages 21 and older
Holiday Market Vendors & Nonprofits
- Herculeads Marketing Group
- Sunny + Salty Swimwear
- Craft Addicts
- Petey’s Jewels
- Florida Blue
- Suncoast Basset Rescue
- Calvary Christian Academy
- Little Princess
- Petezpop
- Pepperprint
- Acuarela Jewelry
- Shell Garden
- Knoty Joys
- Love Always Permanent Jewelry
- From Miami to the World
- Velvet Bloom
- Aloha Glow
- Tango Shop
- Boho Vibes
- Bead Mama
Activities
- Crafts from The Children’s Schoolhouse Museum and iCare
- Face painting and glitter tattoos
- Giveaways and photo opportunities
- Trackless train
- Giant ferris wheel
- Photobooth
- Snow Throw activity
- Meet and Greet with Elsa, Ana, Olaf, and Kristoff (6 to 8 p.m.)
- Meet and Greet with BBPD and BBFRD personnel
- Tree lighting ceremony at 6:30 p.m.
- Meet and Greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus (6:45 to 9 p.m.)
- Drone show at 7:20 p.m.
Parking Information
Public parking will be free and available within walking distance.
General Parking:- Town Square lots
- City Hall Guest Lot
- Employee Lot at Seacrest Boulevard and Boynton Beach Boulevard
- Street parking where permitted
ADA Parking:Business Access:All businesses surrounding Town Square will remain accessible. Library hours remain unchanged and will stay open until 5 p.m.
Holiday Parade Highlights
The 54th Annual Holiday Parade is free, family friendly, and full of holiday spirit. Enjoy marching bands, festive floats, dance groups, cheer teams, car displays, and local business participation.
Road Closures
Road closures will take place from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the following streets:
- Federal Highway between E Boynton Beach Boulevard and Woolbright Road
- All access points off Federal Highway
General Parking
- Town Square
- 114 N Federal Highway
- Street parking along E Ocean Avenue to SE 3rd Street
- Pence Park (access from SE 5th Avenue and SE 3rd Street only)
ADA Parking
Parade Viewing Areas
- First come, first served bleacher seating at E Ocean Avenue and S Federal Highway across from the stage
- Viewing available along S Federal Highway from E Ocean Avenue to SE 5th Avenue
Business Access
Businesses along Federal Highway will experience limited vehicle access between 12 p.m. and 9 p.m. Pedestrian access remains open.
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