Light Up The Village (Fort Lauderdale Beach)
Toddler-friendly seasonal event in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Marina Village, 849 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 333160 mo–18 yrs
60–180 min
evening
Seasonal: Nov 20Coming up · Nov 20 — 2026: Friday, Nov 20, 5–11:30 PM, tree lighting at 7 PM. Family window 5–8 PM. No general-admission price posted. Expires after Nov 20, 2026.
Fri Nov 20, 2026, 5–11:30 PM at Marina Village. Tree lighting at 7 PM. Family window 5–8 PM. Table reservations extra. 954-991-1729.
Light Up The Village at Marina Village on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Fri Nov 20, 2026, 5–11:30 PM. The tree lighting ceremony is at 7 PM. The beach calendar lists family-friendly activations, including falling snow and face painting, and separately adult programming at The Shorely (drink and bottle specials). For families, 5–8 PM is the window before that late-night bar programming. The calendar does not post a general-admission price. Table reservations are extra: 954-991-1729.
Why kids love it
Go for the 5–8 PM window. The tree is lit at 7, with falling snow and face painting. The listing continues late for adults.
Fort Lauderdale · Coastal Broward
🎒 Packing list
- • Sunscreen
- • Water bottles
- • Snacks
- • Wipes
- • Cash for vendors
Safety notes
- ! Crowds: use a wearable ID or write your number on toddler's arm
- ! Hydrate more than you think you need
Parent reviews
Quick facts
- Address
- Marina Village, 849 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
- Cost
- Free (no general-admission price posted); table reservations extra
- Ages
- 0–18 yr
- Time needed
- 60–180 minutes
- Best time
- evening
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Shade
- Little or none
- Season
- Nov 20. 2026: Friday, Nov 20, 5–11:30 PM, tree lighting at 7 PM. Family window 5–8 PM. No general-admission price posted. Expires after Nov 20, 2026.
- Hours
- Fri Nov 20, 2026, 5–11:30 PM at Marina Village. Tree lighting at 7 PM. Family window 5–8 PM. Table reservations extra. 954-991-1729.
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Questions about Light Up The Village (Fort Lauderdale Beach)
Is Light Up The Village (Fort Lauderdale Beach) good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Light Up The Village (Fort Lauderdale Beach) for ages 0–18 yr. Go for the 5–8 PM window. The tree is lit at 7, with falling snow and face painting. The listing continues late for adults.
How much does Light Up The Village (Fort Lauderdale Beach) cost?
Light Up The Village (Fort Lauderdale Beach) is free. Prices and policies change, so confirm before you go.
How long should we plan for Light Up The Village (Fort Lauderdale Beach)?
Most families spend 60 to 180 minutes. It is at its best in the evening. Fri Nov 20, 2026, 5–11:30 PM at Marina Village. Tree lighting at 7 PM. Family window 5–8 PM. Table reservations extra. 954-991-1729.
Does Light Up The Village (Fort Lauderdale Beach) have shade, restrooms and stroller access?
Plan for little or no shade. We have no record of restrooms or stroller access here, so check before you go.
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