Winterfest Family Fun Day
Visitors can enjoy a festive day along the Riverwalk featuring photos with Santa, a Highland cows petting zoo, and free boat rides courtesy of Water Taxi. Children can participate in cookie decorating, visit the Teddy Bear Clinic, slide down the Snow Mountain, and explore inflatables and the train. The event also showcases live musical performances by School of Rock, an ocean conservation village, and pet rescue exhibits.
Sun, Nov 22, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Free event with free activities; food and beverage options are for sale.
Hours
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Neighborhood
Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Food & Drink
Food and beverages are available for purchase on site, with samples also offered.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Arrive ready to explore the park activities, since the event features several attractions, including a train, inflatables, Kids Zone, and Snow Mountain.
- Bring money for food and beverages, which are sold on site; samples are also available.
- Leave time for the free Water Taxi boat rides as well as the land-based activities, so children can enjoy both parts of the event.
- If you plan to visit the Museum of Discovery & Science afterward, note its bonus free-admission window is 3:00–5:00 p.m.
- Use sun protection and comfortable shoes for a daytime event in Esplanade Park, where families can move among multiple activities.
Special Events & Promotions
- The Museum of Discovery & Science offers free admission after the event.
- A Highland Cows Petting Zoo is new this year.
- Santa is available for photos at the event.
Links & Contact
Run by Winterfest, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can children do at Family Fun Day?
Activities include cookie decorating, the Teddy Bear Clinic, a train, inflatables, Snow Mountain, a kids’ zone, and a new Highland Cows Petting Zoo.
Can families meet Santa?
Yes, photos with Santa are part of the event.
Will there be food and drinks?
Food and beverages are available for purchase, and samples are also mentioned.
Are there activities for adults as well as children?
The event describes free activities for children of all ages and parents, including live music, an ocean conservation village, and free boat rides.
Can we visit the Museum of Discovery & Science afterward?
The museum offers free admission after Family Fun Day, during a separate period.
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