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Take a walk through the magical place in Christmas Garden in Berlin and became a part of the fairytale. From November to January, a Botanical Garden in Berlin lits up with the holiday decor and artistic lights exhibits.

The route is two kilometers long with more than a million lights and plenty of light sculptures.

Your children will love the Christmas 3D light figures across the Christmas Garden in Berlin and the 300 meters long ice rink. If you get tired or you can heat up with a cup of warm beverage and bites of delicious food.

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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!

Find out more about Miami in our Travel guide. If you need a place to stay, our list of Best family hotels in Miami can serve as a starting point.

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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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Are you ready for a family adventure called Christmas in the Tierpark in Berlin, Germany? During the holiday season, Europe’s largest zoo lits up for Christmas lights and sculptures, creating magical wonderland on 160 hectares.

During the walk, you will notice bright stars around the trees, roof installation, and more than 30 light sculptures.

The Christmas in the Tierpark is the second-largest event of its kind in Germany. For the light show, the Friedrichsfelde Palace gets its festive decoration.

The Tierpark light show in nature is a great way to explore the zoo and enjoy the holidays!

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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!

If you are planning a trip to Denver, learn more about this city in our travel guide. Find where to stay with our best family hotels list!

Amsterdam Light Festival is the time when this city becomes brighter and illuminated with light masterpieces. The Light Festival features lit-up installations by artists, designers, and architects spread around the canal ring.

Each year, the light installations contribute to the mesmerizing Christmas atmosphere in the city. You can explore the luminosity in the city by taking cruises or by a simple walk or bike-ride.

The glowing city during Amsterdam Light Festival is attracting more and more visitors each year, so make sure to book your accommodation and flights on time.

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Discover a true Winter Paradise at Het Amsterdamse Winterparadijs at the RAI Amsterdam complex. It’s an indoor and outdoor event for the whole family – the Ultimate Winter Experience. There is Ice Skating, Tubeslides, a happy Snowman and Ice Princess, a Snowplay area, a Winter Theatre, a Music Stage, Apres-Ski, Tube Jump, Curling, and Ice Racing. It’s a must-see event if you’re in Amsterdam.

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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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