Experience the holiday magic in the famous Santa’s Enchanted Forest in Miami. You can expect more than 100 rides, performances, dazzling holiday lights, delicious treats, and some quality Santa time.

The carnival rides for the entire family such as Flying Submarine, Haunted Mansion, Merry Go Round, Monkey Maze Mirrors in the carnival area will make you hungry. Take a break, grab a bite on one of the 50 food vendors offering holiday specialties.

Don’t miss holiday display and interactive kid games in Santa’s Enchanted Forest. Watch the magicians shows and complete the day with some interesting activities!

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Magical Winter Lights is a lantern festival, the biggest holiday festival in Houston, Texas, and the greatest of its kind in the US. Lantern attractions include the Kingdom, ice, and Houston-themed setups.

There are numerous lantern sets in several themed sections, as well as the Christmas village and entertaining Dyno zone. Christmas village is a place where you can refresh, eat delicious food, and enjoy a delightful holiday atmosphere.

Magical Winter Lights includes carnival rides in Disney theme, Chinese arts&crafts section as well as entertaining cultural performances.

Luckily, the festival lasts for more than 50 days, so you will have time to explore every inch of it.

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If you are in the mood for magical holiday wonderland, don’t miss the Sugar Land Holiday Lights outside of Houston, Texas. The Constellation Field becomes home to more than 3 million lights in marvelous setups, Santa Claus, and many attractions.

The Sugar Land Holiday Lights is the best holiday festival in Houston and further. On eight themed areas, you can find delicious food, enjoy the magical lights shows and holiday movies watch shows.

Of course, Santa will have its appearance and this holiday festival is open every weekend for more than a month.

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Blossoms of Light & Zoo Lights is an annual event by Denver Botanic Gardens. The event features a colorful display of street art.

This year’s Blossoms of Light & Zoo Lights will have an interactive LED display to enhance the Christmas festive atmosphere.

During the event, York Street in Denver becomes lit with the Christmas colors and provides a stunning visual experience for all visitors.

Book the tickets as soon as possible, and boost your Christmas mood with this illuminating event!

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The National Western Stock Show was established in 1906 and draws over 700,000 visitors each year. It’s 16 days of excitement as a rodeo, premier stock show, and equestrian competitions, with lots of entertainment. A must-see if you’re in the area, and a winner for older children as well. It’s recognized nationally as a premier event for western heritage.

Note that there are also Kids activities, sponsored by Children’s Hospital Colorado Ranchland.

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