# Light Up Carter Park Holiday Tree Lighting

> Event for families in the Miami–Fort Lauderdale–West Palm Beach area (FL). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Fri, Dec 11 · 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where: Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: City of Fort Lauderdale
- Official page: https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/Explore-FTL/Event-Calendar/Light-Up-Carter-Park
- Last checked: Tue, Nov 3

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## About

City of Fort Lauderdale hosts a family evening at Carter Park with live performances, bounce houses, train rides, face painters, holiday crafts, and giveaways. The free celebration ends with the lighting of the Carter Park Holiday Tree.

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