10 Events That Will Make This The Best Christmas Ever
Nia Hendricks
Festive events to bring you tidings of comfort and joy.
The Christmas season provides a special opportunity to reflect on God’s love. There are plenty of holiday events in South Florida where you and your family can celebrate, make new friends, and shine a light. Here are a just a few:
Pembroke Pines Snowfest | December 1 Dreaming of a white Christmas? Children can play in 75 tons of snow at the Pembroke Pines Snowfest. There will be crafts, treats, games—and we hear Santa may be making a stop. Learn More
Ocean Way Holiday | December 1 Gather at the Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier to walk a parade of lights, view live entertainment, have your picture taken with santa, and more! Learn More
A Christmas to Remember | December 6 & 7 Calvary Christian Academy’s secondary music department celebrates this special season and gives glory to God! Students will be performing favorite classics along with new songs and arrangements. There will be performances by Middle and High School Chorus and Band, High School Jazz Band, and A Capella Club. Learn More
CCA 5K Color Run | December 8 Make some room for all of those holiday treats! Get moving with us at the CCA 5K Color Run/Walk on Saturday, December 8. Register online for a morning of fun, friends, and fitness! Learn More
The Nutcracker | December 15 The International Ballet Company presents this classic tale of wintry wonder at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts. Enjoy classical music while a cast of over 130 dancers transport you to a new realm of Christmastime magic that viewers of all ages will enjoy. Learn More
Not-So-Silent Night | December 14 & 15 Ocean’s Edge School of Worship presents a heartwarming Christmas production and time of worship led by the students at Ocean’s Edge School of Worship at the Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale Theatre. Learn More
Hockey Holidays Ice Rinks | Fort Lauderdale & Palm Beach Skate under the stars on real ice! Ice rinks will be available for family fun at the Huizenga Rink in Fort Lauderdale or the Hoffman’s Chocolates Rink in Greenacres. Dates and hours of operation vary by location. Learn More
Christmas Services at Your Local Church Gather at your local church to celebrate the Christmas story and what it means to you. Afterwards, read through the accounts of the birth of Jesus (Matthew 1–2 and Luke 1–2) and spend time giving thanks and praying as a family. Learn More
In today’s devotional, CeCe Jacob, CCA Fort Lauderdale Worship Leader and Alumni Relations Coordinator, reminds us of the significance of praising God through prayer.
In today’s devotional, CCA President Dr. Rachels kicks off our 25 Prayers for 25 Years series by sharing the heart behind this initiative and reminding us of the importance of prayer.
You can ensure your child stays engaged by registering him/her for CCA Summer Camp at Calvary Christian Academy Fort Lauderdale! Take a look at our offerings listed below.
CLICK HERE to register beginning March 17 at 6:00 AM. Space is limited! Camps that are full will not show up as an option on the registration website.
*Grades refer to the grade students will be entering for the 2024-25 school year.
When we look back on our lives and see evidence of God’s faithfulness, our hearts become filled with gratitude. In this article, Dr. Jason Rachels, President of Calvary Christian Academy, shares the story of CCA’s history and reflects on God’s goodness to the CCA community over the past 25 years.