Each year, Jupiter area residents fill their schedules with holiday events around town.
If you are a Jupiter resident, or are planning to visit during the Christmas season, you might be wondering which local festivities are still on.
If you are ready to ring in the holiday season in the Jupiter Florida area, here is your yuletide cheat sheet!
We have compiled a list of local Christmas events. Before you leave home, be sure to check ticket availability, as well as pertinent COVID visitor information. Click the links for each event to get up-to-date information, ticket prices, and special viewing options.
Holiday Boat Parade – Jupiter Florida FL
Saturday, December 4, 2021
The Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade is a local tradition, full of the magic and whimsy of the Christmas season. Brought to you by the Marine Industry Association of Palm Beach County, the 2021 boat parade will be available for online viewing too. Boats will be traveling on the Intracoastal Waterway from North Palm Beach to Jupiter, arriving in Jupiter around 8:00 P.M. Click here to see the parade route, and get information about bridge openings!
This year’s boat parade and toy drive will benefit the Marine Toys for Tots and Little Smiles. The Marine Toys for Tots organization has distributed nearly 600 million toys to 265 million deserving children since 1947. For the last 22 years, Little Smiles Florida has served children of south Florida in times of homelessness, illness, and tragedy – lending hope and support when it matters most.
Event Links:
Enter your boat here – 2021 Boat Entry Application
Donate to event charities here – Marine Industry Association of Palm Beach County
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Holiday Night at the Light
Saturday, December 4, 2021 – 5:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M.
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum – 500 Captain Armours Wy, Jupiter, FL
Enjoy the Jupiter holiday boat parade in a whole new way – at the Jupiter Lighthouse! Bring your own lawn chair and blanket to cozy up for the festivities. Food trucks will be on-site, so no coolers will be allowed at the event. Save money by getting your tickets in advance. The cost is $20 for adults, $18 for children. This is a rain-or-shine event, and tickets are non-refundable. FREE parking!
Event Links:
Full event details – Holiday Night at the Light
Holiday Tree Lighting – Palm Beach Gardens FL
Saturday, November 27 – 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Palm Beach Gardens Downtown Park – 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Kick off the season with Downtown Palm Beach Garden’s annual tree lighting and light show. Enjoy live entertainment and drop off your letters to Santa in the holiday mailbox. Bring the whole family for an evening out and don’t forget to bring your new, unwrapped gift for Toys for Tots!
Event Links:
Complete event information here – Holiday Tree Lighting Palm Beach Gardens
37th Annual Gardens Holiday Bazaar – Palm Beach Gardens FL
Begins Friday, Dec 3 – 11:00 A.M. and Ends Saturday, December 4, 2021 4:00 P.M.
Burns Road Community Center – 4404 Burns Rd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Not simply a tree-lighting ceremony, but a two-day holiday festival! Shop 100 vendor booths for local handcrafted gifts for the entire family. Children’s activities, entertainment, and food are all available too.
Event Links:
Complete event and vendor information here – 37th Annual Holiday Bazaar
Zoo Lights – West Palm Beach FL
6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. – Happening Now, Select Dates
1301 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Zoo Lights 2021 is presented by Florida Power & Light Company, FPL SolarNow, and offers families a welcome outdoor respite. While the zoo animals are asleep, visitors can behold a holiday installation of more than one million eco-friendly lights. Families can also enjoy special animal encounters, DJ Holiday dance parties, and photos with Santa (Until December 23)!
From their website: “Due to the popularity of Zoo Lights, nightly attendance is being limited and timed tickets are required for this event. All tickets must be purchased online, in advance to secure your spot.”
Event Links:
See Palm Beach Zoo Lights information here – Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society
Get COVID updates here – Palm Beach Zoo COVID Update
Jupiter Christmas Craft Fair & Market
Sunday, December 5, 2021 – 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
16655 Jupiter Farms Rd, Jupiter, FL
Don’t let supply chain issues and inflated gift prices to put a damper on your gift-giving this year! Jupiter’s Christmas Craft Fair & Market offers the distinct opportunity to shop local. Enjoy perusing local artisans’ fabulous one-of-a-kind creations and take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season with your family.
Event Links:
Get ticket information – Jupiter Christmas Markets 2021
See the Facebook event – Jupiter Farms Community Christmas Craft Fair
A Swinging Little Christmas, Starring Jane Lynch
Tuesday, November 30, 2021 – 7:00 P.M.
Lyric Theatre – 59 SW Flagler Ave, Stuart, FL
Emmy and Golden Globe winning actress, Jane Lynch, is on tour, performing her new Christmas album on tour this year. Get into the Christmas spirit with a bit of nostalgia. Both light hearted and deeply sentimental, this holiday date is sure to please!
Event Links:
Get tickets here – Lyric Theatre, West Palm Beach
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