“On the first night of Christmas, my true love gave to me…” a 700-ton sand Christmas tree. The 35-foot tree is made entirely of sand and can only be found in West Palm Beach on the waterfront! Sandi the Christmas tree returns each year as the star of the city’s Holiday in Paradise celebrations with a festive music-and-light display decorating the carved sand. December festive fun includes smaller Christmas-themed sand sculptures, photo ops, light displays, and other holiday happenings.

Month of December 2022 - Ferris Wheel on the Great Lawn: 

With the addition of Ferris to this year’s activities, guests will have an aerial view of Sandi! Ferris rides will be available from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm nightly throughout the month of December. The 65-foot Ferris wheel features gondola seating and its own light show. Tickets are $5 per rider for a single ride or $20 per rider for unlimited rides for one night. Tickets are required for guests aged three and older. Buy your tickets HERE.

December 17, 2022 - Sandi’s Pancake Breakfast with Santa & Ferris Wheel Ride: Enjoy a delicious breakfast with Santa for only $15 per person. Each ticket purchase includes a Ferris wheel ride between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, the only daytime Ferris ride all Holiday season! The event takes place at Lake Pavilion, 101 South Flagler Drive, 9 AM-12 Noon. Ferris Hours: 10 AM-1 PM. Purchase tickets HERE. 

December 18, 2022 - Sunday on the Waterfront featuring Aloha Islanders: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Great Lawn: Dancers from Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, and New Zealand will perform high-energy routines, giving residents and visitors an authentic Polynesian performance – without booking an international flight. A true West Palm Beach tradition, the holiday-inspired tropical island spectacular is complete with beautiful hula dancers and daring fire performers. The show is interactive and appropriate for all ages. 

December 31, 2022 - Sandi’s Last Night is on New Year’s Eve:  6 PM – midnight: Save the date for Sandi’s final swan song. Sandi’s nightly music and light shows are extended until midnight.