Nothing stuffs your holiday stocking like a few well-chosen family outings. So all season long, we've been turning for inspiration to ParentsConnect Local, whose fabulous events calendar features hundreds of merry-and-bright happenings in 51 cities around the country. Here's a sample of what we found on the calendar for Miami:
Winter Nights & Lights: Miami Seaquarium is transformed into a winter wonderland with magical marine light sculptures, holiday shows and exhibits, a Kids' Winterfest area, fireworks, and a nightly snowfall. Free for all ages with park admission. (Daily through January 3, 2009, 9:30am-8pm [6pm on December 24, 25, 31]; 305/361-5705.)George Balanchine's The Nutcracker: The traditional holiday ballet features a cast of more than 100 professional dancers and students from Miami City Ballet, glorious costumes, a live orchestra, and magical special effects. Purchase tickets in advance. Best for ages 5 to 18. (December 23, 7:30pm; 866/949-6722; $19.75-$65.)
Santa's Enchanted Forest: Miami's seasonal Christmas theme park offers something for all ages: 100 rides, shows, games and attractions, plus a circus, petting zoo, music, and nine stages with live entertainment. Get $2 off park admission by downloading online discount coupon. (Daily through January 4, 2009, 5pm-Midnight; 305/893-0090; $22.90/adults, $15.90/kids 2-9, free for kids under 2.)
See more holiday events in Miami on ParentsConnect Local.
