CBMC South Florida will be holding the KellyAnn Women's Ministry Christmas Gala at Benvenuto, 1730 North Federal Highway, Boynton Beach on December 2 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. The featured speakers will be CBMC's very own, Mark and Ginger Whitacre. Mark will share his amazing testimony of how the Lord worked in his life while in prison, plus both he and his wife will offer a Q&A session. Tickets cost $75. To register, visit https://www.kellyannwm.org/all-events/2023/12/2/annual-christmas-gala-fundraiser-save-the-date?_cldee=ymr4fxMKqWASmJYphgLlg5j6qzN7JpF6NneFKE2yl4r0aWRDfG0IAYMBqBU2pTj3&recipientid=contact-35dedc936b9ae41180c9005056b0e7a8-f71a2e3d560345ddb5ace9490e8dd0da&esid=19f0b3a4-dd74-ee11-9ae7-000d3a312d23

Riptide Music Festival will be happening at Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, 1100 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale on December 2 and 3 from 12 - 11 p.m. With the sun-kissed sky as the backdrop, attendees will feel the sand beneath their feet and enjoy the rhythmic sounds of the ocean in an electrifying atmosphere. This year’s lineup features The Black Keys, Jellyroll, Bleachers, Lovejoy, Cannons, Silversun Pickups, and more. Tickets cost $109 and up. To purchase tickets, visit https://www.visitlauderdale.com/event/the-return-of-riptide-music-festival-december-2nd-%26-3rd/40950/

Astrid Audet Academy of Ballet will be showcasing their performance of The Nutcracker Ballet at Township Center for Performing Arts, 2452 Lyons Rd, Coconut Creek on December 2 at 2 and 6 p.m. and December 3 at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $37.75. To purchase tickets, visit https://26443.danceticketing.com/r/events/

Resurrection Life Fellowship will be holding the Merry Heart Comedy Show at 400 South Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach on December 2 at 5 p.m. Get ready to laugh out loud at the Merry Heart Comedy Show, a hilarious live event. Proceeds will benefit Angel Tree Ministry. Tickets cost $30. To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/merry-heart-comedy-show-tickets-707174637377  

Love INC of Broward will be holding its BBQ in December Fundraiser and Live Nativity Scene at Cathedral of Pentecost, 5500 S Pine Island Rd., Davie on December 2 from 6 - 9 p.m. Have fun eating BBQ sandwiches while viewing the live nativity scene, riding a Christmas train, and much more! To register, visit https://loveincbroward.org/event/

Egbe Medical Mission will be holding its first annual Fundraising Gala at Banyan Air Services Hangar, 5360 NW 20th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale on December 2 from 6 - 10 p.m. It promises to be a fun night of food, music, entertainment and celebrating all the progress that has been made in Egbe, Nigeria. Event tickets are free; however, reservations are required. To RSVP, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/egbe-medical-mission-fundraising-gala-tickets-654016479897?aff=oddtdtcreator

South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) will be showcasing Handel’s Messiah and timeless uplifting Holiday Pops at The Parker, 707 NE 8th St, Fort Lauderdale on December 2 at 7:30 p.m. Sebrina María Alfonso, music director, will conduct the performances featuring soloists Katherine Henly (soprano), Lisa Marie Rogali (mezzo-soprano), Chauncey Packer (tenor) and Neil Nelson (bass baritone), and the South Florida Symphony Chorus. SFSO’s 2023 holiday program will open with a selection of time-honored Holiday Pops festive favorites including selections from The Polar Express, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Bocelli’s The Prayer, plus audience sing-alongs. SFSO will then launch into Part I of Handel’s Messiah. […]

New Presbyterian Church, 512 NE 26th St, Wilton Manors will be holding its Handel's Messiah concert on December 3 from 3 - 6 p.m. The New Presbyterian Church Concert Choir, Soloists, and Orchestra will present the most popular and beloved oratorio ever written in the English language, Handel’s Messiah. Tickets cost $20. To purchase tickets, visit https://www.newpres.org/concerts

South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) will be showcasing Handel’s Messiah and timeless uplifting Holiday Pops at Barry University’s Shepard & Ruth K. Broad Performing Arts Center, 11300 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores on December 3 at 4 p.m. Sebrina María Alfonso, music director, will conduct the performances featuring soloists Katherine Henly (soprano), Lisa Marie Rogali (mezzo-soprano), Chauncey Packer (tenor) and Neil Nelson (bass baritone), and the South Florida Symphony Chorus. SFSO’s 2023 holiday program will open with a selection of time-honored Holiday Pops festive favorites including selections from The Polar Express, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Bocelli’s The Prayer, plus audience sing-alongs. SFSO […]

CityChurch Fort Lauderdale will be holding its Christmas in the City: a Service of Lessons and Carols at Savor Cinema Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6th St, Fort Lauderdale on December 3 at 5 and 7:30 p.m. Experience a unique ‘Lessons and Carols’ event at Savor Cinema, in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. Music will be led by local indie artist Josh Diaz of the band KIDS. Guests can also enjoy a variety of drinks and complementary treats to share. The event is free but a ticket is required to ensure your seat since there is limited space. To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christmas-in-the-city-a-service-of-lessons-and-carols-tickets-741738699417?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Masterpiece Women will be holding its Christmas Social at Pier 6 Rooftop, 200 N Ocean Blvd, Pompano Beach on December 5 at 6 p.m. Join some fun and holiday cheer to celebrate this time of the year! To register for FREE, visit https://www.masterpiecewomen.org/luncheons