Santa's Community Ride & Holiday Lighting (Tamarac)
Toddler-friendly seasonal event in Tamarac, FL
5200 Prospect Rd, Tamarac, FL 3331912 mo–12 yrs
60–180 min
afternoon · evening
Seasonal: Dec 5 (out of season right now) — 2026: Saturday, Dec 5. Santa's ride 2pm (citywide); holiday lighting 6-9pm at Caporella Park. Expires after Dec 5, 2026.
City of Tamarac's free holiday day: Santa rides through the city at 2pm, then a holiday lighting at Caporella Park from 6-9pm with tree, menorah and kinara lighting and Santa.
Why kids love it
Wave at Santa from the curb in the afternoon or catch the lights and a Santa visit after dark -- both free.
Tamarac · Central 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
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Quick facts
- Address
- 5200 Prospect Rd, Tamarac, FL 33319
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- 12 mo–12 yr
- Time needed
- 60–180 minutes
- Best time
- afternoon and evening
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Shade
- Little or none
- Stroller access
- Yes
- Season
- Dec 5. 2026: Saturday, Dec 5. Santa's ride 2pm (citywide); holiday lighting 6-9pm at Caporella Park. Expires after Dec 5, 2026.
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Questions about Santa's Community Ride & Holiday Lighting (Tamarac)
Is Santa's Community Ride & Holiday Lighting (Tamarac) good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Santa's Community Ride & Holiday Lighting (Tamarac) for ages 12 mo–12 yr. Wave at Santa from the curb in the afternoon or catch the lights and a Santa visit after dark -- both free.
How much does Santa's Community Ride & Holiday Lighting (Tamarac) cost?
Santa's Community Ride & Holiday Lighting (Tamarac) is free. Prices and policies change, so confirm before you go.
How long should we plan for Santa's Community Ride & Holiday Lighting (Tamarac)?
Most families spend 60 to 180 minutes. It is at its best in the afternoon and evening.
Does Santa's Community Ride & Holiday Lighting (Tamarac) have shade, restrooms and stroller access?
Santa's Community Ride & Holiday Lighting (Tamarac) 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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