Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (North Miami)
Toddler-friendly seasonal event in North Miami, FL
MOCA Plaza, 770 NE 125th St, North Miami, FL 3316112 mo–12 yrs
45–120 min
evening
Seasonal: Dec 4Coming up · Dec 4 — 2026: Friday, Dec 4, 6–8 PM per the city's Fall 2026 program guide; the city's event page still says the date is TBD, so confirm before going (305-895-9840). Expires after Dec 4, 2026.
City of North Miami's annual tree lighting at MOCA Plaza, with Santa as a special guest, holiday treats, giveaways and a photo booth. The city's Fall 2026 program guide lists Friday, Dec 4, 6–8 PM, but the city's tree lighting page still says "2026 Date: TBD," so confirm with Parks & Recreation (305-895-9840) before you go.
Why kids love it
A two-hour evening with Santa and lights on a downtown plaza, done by 8 PM.
North Miami · North Miami-Dade
🎒 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
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Quick facts
- Address
- MOCA Plaza, 770 NE 125th St, North Miami, FL 33161
- Cost
- Cost not stated; confirm with North Miami Parks & Recreation (305-895-9840)
- Ages
- 12 mo–12 yr
- Time needed
- 45–120 minutes
- Best time
- evening
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Shade
- Little or none
- Stroller access
- Yes
- Season
- Dec 4. 2026: Friday, Dec 4, 6–8 PM per the city's Fall 2026 program guide; the city's event page still says the date is TBD, so confirm before going (305-895-9840). Expires after Dec 4, 2026.
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Questions about Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (North Miami)
Is Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (North Miami) good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (North Miami) for ages 12 mo–12 yr. A two-hour evening with Santa and lights on a downtown plaza, done by 8 PM.
How much does Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (North Miami) cost?
Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (North Miami) is free. Prices and policies change, so confirm before you go.
How long should we plan for Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (North Miami)?
Most families spend 45 to 120 minutes. It is at its best in the evening.
Does Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (North Miami) have shade, restrooms and stroller access?
Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (North Miami) has stroller access. Plan for little or no shade. We have no record of restrooms here, so check before you go.
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