Holidays

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Miami commissioner Joe Carollo hosts Thanksgiving food giveaway at loanDepot Park

More families across South Florida are getting help to ensure they have food for Thanksgiving.

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Holiday recipe: How to make a basic Coquito

It’s that time of year again — when your phone starts lighting up with familiar numbers and even more familiar requests.

Miami Gardens police chief trades tickets for turkeys in holiday traffic stop effort

With Thanksgiving less than two weeks away, a Miami Gardens police chief stepped in for traffic enforcement Friday — but with a holiday twist.

Miami-Dade, Broward communities mark Veterans Day with parades, tributes and prayer

Communities across Miami-Dade and Broward counties gathered Tuesday to honor the men and women who served in the U.S. armed forces, marking Veterans Day with parades, ceremonies and moments of reflection from Miami Beach to Coconut Grove to Davie.

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Light Up South Florida: Local 10 Wants to See Your Holiday Spirit!

Get ready to sparkle, South Florida! Local 10 News is kicking off its annual “Light Up South Florida” promotion, inviting viewers to share photos of their brightest and most creative holiday light displays.

Prepare for an expensive Thanksgiving

It’s near the holiday season, as Thanksgiving is only weeks away. A time when family and friends gather and express their gratitude for one another. However, behind all the excitement and joy, some expenses hit.

Pork vs. Turkey: A Miami Thanksgiving tradition with Cuban flair

In Miami, Thanksgiving takes on a uniquely flavorful twist.

Miami International Airport braces for another record Thanksgiving rush

Thanksgiving is around the corner, but you wouldn’t know it from the palm trees outside Miami International Airport. The weather feels the same, the cafecito lines are still long and the only sign the holidays are coming is the slow-moving security line that wraps around the terminal.

Up for debate: Are you ever too old to go trick-or-treating?

The costumes are back in the closet, and the candy bowls are nearly empty — but one Halloween question is still up for debate: Are adults ever too old to go trick-or-treating?

Halloween takes over South Florida with parties, performances and high-fashion frights

Halloween in South Florida is anything but ordinary. From haunted tiki lounges to high-fashion costume galas, the region is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the spookiest night of the year.

Want to get spooked? Nightmare Village returns to Xtreme Action Park in Fort Lauderdale

Nightmare Village at Xtreme Action Park has returned for the 2025 season with a single, extended haunted experience that promises scares around every corner.

Up for debate: What is Florida’s favorite Halloween candy?

With Halloween just around the corner, candy debates are heating up nationwide.

Show Off Your Spooky Spirit! Submit Your Halloween Decoration Photos

Halloween is creeping up fast, and Local 10 News wants to see how you’re getting into the spirit!

Volunteers make sure no Jewish senior is left out of Rosh Hashanah celebration

Dozens of volunteers spent hours Sunday in Davie making sure no senior is left out of the Rosh Hashanah celebration.

Broward high school bands perform in DC for Fourth of July parade

Two high school marching bands from Broward County proudly represented South Florida in the nation’s capital during this year’s National Independence Day Parade.

Plantation kicks off Fourth of July with annual parade, patriotic spirit

Red, white, and blue was on full display as the city of Plantation’s annual Independence Day parade got underway Friday morning, with Local 10’s Andrew Perez unexpectedly finding himself in the middle of it.

What do Miami mothers really want for Mother’s Day?

It’s that time of year again when every mother gets a robe. Or some flowers. Maybe it’s finally time for that spa day they always wanted? Who knows.

The Price of Parental Appreciation: Why Americans Spend More on Mother’s Day Than Father’s Day

Each year, Americans open their wallets to commemorate the people who raised them, however spending habits suggest a startling contrast between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.

South Florida’s Haitian community looks ahead to 2025 with Soup and Champagne All-White Affair

South Florida’s Haitian community is fighting forward, looking ahead to a promising 2025 with the sixth annual Soup and Champagne All-White Affair.

‘Caresha Gives’ hosts holiday event in Plantation

Caresha Romeka Brownlee stood near Santa Claus as an honorary elf. The rapper wore a white and hot pink “Caresha gives” T-shirt and ruby red pants to hand gifts during a much-needed drive-thru giveaway party on Saturday in Plantation.

Thousands of Miami residents to be served during annual holiday food distribution

An annual tradition to help families in need this holiday season saw long lines Wednesday at Miami’s Jose Marti Park.

Dade Federal Credit Union prepares to deliver holiday cheer with toy drive

Miami-Dade County’s Federal Credit Union is gearing up for its second annual toy drive, set to take place on Tuesday.

Here is a list of the Local 10′s Big Bus Toy Express stops

Local 10 News’ 11th annual Big Bus Toy Express hit the road on Friday, collecting new, unwrapped toys for the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program.

Hundreds of families to receive free food during annual CAMACOL holiday giveaway in Miami

The annual CAMACOL food giveaway is back for another year as dozens of big name vendors have joined in to help feed hundreds of families here in South Florida.

Holiday travelers face parking challenges at FLL

Travelers heading to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport this holiday season should brace for potential parking challenges as garages fill up quickly amid a busy travel period.

MIA prepares for record Thanksgiving travel surge

As the Thanksgiving travel season kicks into high gear, Miami International Airport is bracing for record-breaking passenger numbers — and some unwelcome rankings.

Light Up South Florida: Share a photo of your holiday display!

The holidays are here, and Local 10 News wants to see your spirit shining bright!

Miami Heat celebrate Thanksgiving early by giving back to community

The Miami Heat turned their focus to giving back, teaming up with their community outreach team for the 33rd annual Thanksgiving celebration at the Miami Rescue Mission on Thursday.

Local 10’s Big Bus Toy Express celebrates 11 years of holiday cheer

Beep! Beep! The Local 10 Big Bus Toy Express is all fueled up and ready to crisscross South Florida on Friday, Dec. 13. In its 11th season, the double-decker bus will be decked out with holiday decorations, children’s choirs and live music.

Delta Air Lines ice rink set to open in downtown Miami for the Holidays

It's like having a piece of the Rockefeller Center rink in the heart of South Florida for the Holidays as the Delta Air Lines ice rink is set to open in Miami.

Mom to Mom: Toy drive planned to provide gifts for South Florida doula’s Christmas Community baby shower

A giving South Florida doula featured on Local 10's Mom to Mom will be throwing a special baby shower this Christmas to benefit needy mothers-to-be in South Florida.

Christmas Wonderland returns to Tropical Park

Christmas is right around the corner and Christmas Wonderland at Tropical Park will open for the season this week.

Spirit Halloween to launch Spirit Christmas stores

Spirit Halloween will also be getting into the Christmas spirit, with 10 Spirit Christmas stores set to open in the Northeast this season.

Key Biscayne hosts 65th annual Fourth of July parade

Key Biscayne is hosting its 65th annual Fourth of July Parade on Thursday morning.

What’s open on the Fourth of July

Fourth of July is here! If there are a few things you need from the store, many of them are open today.

Heavy traffic anticipated in Upper Keys for July 4 parade

Drivers in the Upper Keys should expect significant traffic congestion on the Fourth of July due to a parade in Key Largo, authorities confirmed Wednesday.

Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue holds annual Christmas tree fire safety demonstration

The holiday season is upon us, and fire departments in Broward County want to warn families about the potentially hazardous materials they use to decorate their Christmas trees this year.

Fort Lauderdale family hopes to give daughters a special Christmas after losing everything from severe flooding

A Fort Lauderdale family was forced out of their home in April due to severe flooding and lost everything.

Volunteers deliver more than 100 Hanukkah bags to seniors, Holocaust survivors in Broward

Dozens of volunteers came together over the weekend to deliver more than 100 Hanukkah bags to seniors and Holocaust survivors in Broward County.

New Holiday experience set to open at Tropical Park tonight

Christmas is back at Tropical Park. A new Holiday experience is set to open its doors on Friday.

Santa’s Enchanted Forest set to open for the season

Santa’s Enchanted Forest is kicking off the Holiday season in South Florida with a tree lighting ceremony for their opening night celebration on Thursday.

New Holiday experience set to open at Tropical Park next month

If you’ve driven past Tropical Park in Westchester on the Palmetto Expressway during the Holidays over the last few years you may have missed the Christmas lights, but a new Holiday experience is bringing Christmas back for 2023.

Fourth of July celebrations enjoyed in Miami-Dade, Broward counties

In Plantation, the town kicked off its celebration Tuesday morning with its annual Independence Day parade, led by Grand Marshall and long-time city employee, 101-year-old Norma Fink.

SHARE YOUR PICS/VIDEO WITH US! Fourth of July fireworks

Independence Day is here and we want to see you celebrating!

Broward Sheriff shows ‘pattern of insensitivity’ with Jewish inmates, congresswoman says

Political leaders and rabbis continued to question Tuesday why inmates in Broward County are being prohibited from practicing their religion while behind bars.

WATCH: First Lady Jill Biden delivers holiday message

First Lady Jill Biden delivered remarks to offer a holiday message of unity and hope and thank the volunteers from across the country who helped decorate the White House for the 2022 season.

Some shoppers get an early jump on Black Friday, so what time do stores open?

Brandsmart shoppers got an early jump on Black Friday, but when should you set your alarm to get out and start shopping.

Supporting nonprofits becomes a celebration of generosity on Local 10′s Day of Giving

Ahead of Thanksgiving, the South Florida community celebrated Local 10′s ninth Day of Giving on Friday with over 11,000 pounds of food donations for a group of six nonprofit organizations that also each received $1,200 checks.

Spooky Season: Halloween events happening this weekend

Halloween is almost here and there are plenty of events happening this weekend in South Florida to get in the spirit.

Fire erupts at popular seafood restaurant in Palmetto Bay

A fire erupted Monday night at a popular seafood restaurant in Palmetto Bay.

2 Philadelphia officers injured in shooting during Fourth of July celebration

Large crowds of people ran for their lives after gunfire erupted Monday at a Fourth of July celebration in Philadelphia.

Families arrive early to begin Independence Day celebrations on Dania Beach

Celebrations are happening across South Florida Monday on this Fourth of July, and many of them are back in full scale for the first time in years because of the pandemic.

Margate hosts annual Fourth of July parade, Extravaganza

The City of Margate is hosting a day of fun Monday for the Fourth of July, which began with a parade at 9 a.m.

THE LIST: Here’s what stores are open on the Fourth of July

Fourth of July has arrived, but if you forgot a few items for your barbecue, don’t fret. There are plenty of stores that remain open this holiday.

Fort Lauderdale brings back New Year’s Eve celebration

After canceling its New Year's Eve celebration last year because of COVID-19, Fort Lauderdale brings back the party to usher in 2022.

Hollywood officers share Christmas story about meeting boy ‘with heart of gold’

A boy opened his piggy bank and recently decided to include his savings in a Christmas card to the Hollywood Police Department. But he didn’t have a return address.

South Florida charities bring holiday cheer to those in need this Christmas

Despite the challenges presented by the coronavirus pandemic, several South Florida charities are stepping up and working hard to help the homeless this holiday season.

Secret Santa gifts dozens of prizes this holiday season

The holiday season is full of giving, and Local 10 loves to be in that spirit. Once again, we’ll be spreading joy with our “Secret Santa” giveaway.⁣

Chocolate joins list of holiday shortages in stores across South Florida

The latest Coronavirus variant is putting more strain on the supply chain, with several holiday staples in short supply at stores across South Florida.

Families line up early for annual holiday food basket distribution in Little Havana

Families lined up early Wednesday morning for Camacol's annual holiday basket distribution in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood.

Kids get $100 shopping spree during ‘Shop With a Cop’ in Miami

The Miami Police Department held the Shop With a Cop annual event on Tuesday.

South Florida families set to battle on Great Christmas Light Fight Monday on Local 10

Two local families are even battling each other for the best holiday display, with a chance for the winner to take home some big bucks.

Sawgrass Mills Mall is buzzing with Black Friday shoppers

Sawgrass Mills Mall is full of shoppers taking advantage of Black Friday sales.

South Florida stores open on Thanksgiving for last minute items

There are a few stores open this Thanksgiving, just in case you forgot to pick up some last minute items on Wednesday.

Light Up South Florida: Show us your holiday display

Submit photos of your holiday lights display and we may show them on TV and social media for all of South Florida to see.

Miami-Dade police share safety tips with shoppers for the holiday season

Miami-Dade police officers share tips to help keep holiday shoppers safe this season.

Help wanted: College student’s nonprofit gears up for holiday gift-giving for needy kids in Homestead

The best pumpkin patches and fall festivals in South Florida 2021

From bountiful pumpkin patches filled with pumpkins, hay rides, farm animals, food trucks, and pony rides, to plant nurseries and farms that have completely transformed into quintessential autumnal backdrops, there are plenty of autumn festivals taking place in South Florida from Miami-Dade County all the way to Palm Beach County. We’ve rounded up some of the best pumpkin patches in 2021 to get you into the Halloween and autumn spirit (even though we’re all miles away from the beach).