Santa's Workshop & Parade of the Elves (South Miami)
Toddler-friendly seasonal event in South Miami, FL
Sunset Drive, downtown South Miami, FL (parade along Sunset Drive from US-1 to Red Road)0 mo–18 yrs
60–180 min
afternoon
Seasonal: Dec 6Coming up · Dec 6 — 2026: Sunday, Dec 6, 12–3 PM on Sunset Drive in downtown South Miami. Free. Expires after Dec 6, 2026.
Sun Dec 6, 2026, 12–3 PM on Sunset Drive. Free. Optional new, unwrapped toy.
Miami Kids Magazine's Santa's Workshop & Parade of the Elves on Sunset Drive in downtown South Miami, Sun Dec 6, 2026, 12–3 PM. Free and open to the public. Photos with holiday characters, arts and crafts, games, music, giveaways, and a parade of floats with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Optional toy drive: bring a new, unwrapped toy. The organizer's page is the 2026 source. In 2025 the parade ran from US-1 to Red Road, with spectator parking at the Municipal Garage on SW 58th Ct.
Why kids love it
A free Sunday afternoon on Sunset Drive with Santa, crafts, and a short parade. A new unwrapped toy is optional.
South Miami · South Miami-Dade
🎒 Packing list
- • Sunscreen
- • Water bottles
- • Snacks
- • Wipes
- • Cash for vendors
- • A new, unwrapped toy (optional)
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
- Sunset Drive, downtown South Miami, FL (parade along Sunset Drive from US-1 to Red Road)
- Cost
- Free (optional toy drive)
- Ages
- 0–18 yr
- Time needed
- 60–180 minutes
- Best time
- afternoon
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Shade
- Little or none
- Season
- Dec 6. 2026: Sunday, Dec 6, 12–3 PM on Sunset Drive in downtown South Miami. Free. Expires after Dec 6, 2026.
- Hours
- Sun Dec 6, 2026, 12–3 PM on Sunset Drive. Free. Optional new, unwrapped toy.
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Questions about Santa's Workshop & Parade of the Elves (South Miami)
Is Santa's Workshop & Parade of the Elves (South Miami) good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Santa's Workshop & Parade of the Elves (South Miami) for ages 0–18 yr. A free Sunday afternoon on Sunset Drive with Santa, crafts, and a short parade. A new unwrapped toy is optional.
How much does Santa's Workshop & Parade of the Elves (South Miami) cost?
Santa's Workshop & Parade of the Elves (South Miami) is free. Prices and policies change, so confirm before you go.
How long should we plan for Santa's Workshop & Parade of the Elves (South Miami)?
Most families spend 60 to 180 minutes. It is at its best in the afternoon. Sun Dec 6, 2026, 12–3 PM on Sunset Drive. Free. Optional new, unwrapped toy.
Does Santa's Workshop & Parade of the Elves (South Miami) 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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