One of South Florida’s most picturesque and iconic attractions, the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, is already planning its extraordinarily magical Holiday Season line of events that locals and out-of-towners won’t want to miss.  The historic and whimsical 35-acre subtropical estate and historic house museum located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale will feature five nights of Holiday Magic beginning Friday, December 2, 2022. 

Built in 1920 as the winter retreat of the Birch/Bartlett family, the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens is a fanciful blend of art, architecture, history, and ecology, providing a charming destination for vacationers or day trip for visitors of all ages.  The estate and historic house museum preserve the natural setting of South Florida, situated on what is one of the last examples of a native barrier island habitat in the region. At the Bonnet House, visitors can experience what life was like on a beachfront estate in the 1930s and ‘40s.  The grounds contain the Main House, which features a whimsical collection of decorative and fine art, as well as a nature trail that is ideal for families. The Bonnet House offers exciting self-guided tours as well as guided tours, programs, events, workshops, and classes.

During the holiday season, the Bonnet House will transform with the spectacular Holiday Magic. The house and grounds will be lit up and sparkling, and all the trees, wreaths, and centerpieces throughout the house will be designed to delight and will be for sale.  Guests will also be able to enjoy a self-guided tour of the house during this rare nighttime opportunity and can meet POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance along with new characters from the award-winning storybook and coming musical created and directed by Broadway Director and Cirque Dreams Founder Neil Goldberg. Additionally, Santa Claus will be in attendance each of the five nights and will be available for photo opportunities.

Below are the different Bonnet House Holiday Magic events:

Holiday Magic Soirée: 

Friday, December 2, 2022, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. 

Come celebrate the kick-off of the five-night holiday celebration with the Holiday Magic Soirée at the Bonnet House. Enjoy an evening filled with a festival of trees, holiday cheer, sounds of the season, fine food and libations. Meet POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance along with new characters from the award-winning storybook and upcoming musical created and directed by Broadway Director and Cirque Dreams Founder Neil Goldberg. The house and grounds will be lit up and sparkling during the soirée with live music, a full bar and catered dining by Alexander Event Catering.  All the trees, wreaths and centerpieces throughout the house will be lit and designed to delight and available for sale.  Soirée attendees will have the opportunity to view and purchase these pieces first before the general public. 

• VIP Tickets: $150, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Includes exclusive admission to VIP Reception, welcome drink, full bar, live music, a special holiday gift bag and a fully catered affair by Alexander Event Catering.
• General Admission: $100, 7 p.m.– 10 p.m. – Includes a fully catered affair by Alexander Event Catering, full bar, photo booth, live performance, and festive holiday music.
• This annual event is traditionally sold out, so please purchase tickets now at www.BonnetHouse.org/event/holiday-magic-soiree.

Holiday Magic Whimsical Wonderland: 

Saturday, December 3, 2022 – 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. 

Join the Bonnet House for a special family-friendly Wonderland of live entertainment, scavenger hunt, interactive activities, letter to Santa, book reading, and plenty of opportunities to capture holiday family portraits.  Santa Claus will ride in on his firetruck and will be available for photo opportunities. Meet POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance along with new characters from the award-winning storybook and upcoming musical created and directed by Broadway Director and Cirque Dreams Founder Neil Goldberg. The house and grounds will be lit up and sparkling, and all the trees, wreaths, and centerpieces throughout the house will be lit and designed to delight as well as be available for sale. Decide on your favorites as you enjoy a self-guided tour of the house during this rare nighttime opportunity.

• General Admission (includes two drink tickets): $35, Ages 13 – 17: $15, Ages 6-12: $5, Ages 5 & under: Free.
• To purchase tickets, please visit www.BonnetHouse.org/event/whimsical-wonderland-2.

Holiday Magic Evening Experiences: 

Wednesday, December 7 through Friday, December 9, 2022, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Enjoy Holiday Magic Sparkling Evening Experiences! The Bonnet House Museum & Gardens will be lit up and sparkling during this holiday celebration with live entertainment each night from Santa and his elves to Christmas storytelling to strolling carolers to Gin & Jazz featuring Davis & Dow, to The Yuletide Carolers and so much more!  The house and grounds will be lit up and sparkling and all the trees, wreaths, and centerpieces throughout the house will be lit and designed to delight as well as be available for sale. Decide on your favorites as you enjoy a self-guided tour of the house during this rare nighttime opportunity.  There will be live music and libations each night.

• General Admission (includes two drink tickets): $35, Ages 13 – 17: $15, Ages 6-12: $5, Ages 5 & under: Free
• For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.BonnetHouse.org/event/holiday-magic-evening-experience-3. 

For more information on all three events, please visit www.BonnetHouse.org or call 954-703-2614.

The Holiday Magic Events are sponsored by:  Alexander Event Catering, John Knox Village, Victoria Park Flower Studio, Josh Cellars, Redemption Whiskey, Gray Whale Gin, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Dr. D.J. Paulish Entertainment, Christmas Central, and J.M. Design Lighting & Fabric

Holiday Arrangement Classes with Victoria Park Flower Studio:  

Wednesday, December 7, and Thursday, December 8, 2022, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. 

Join Victoria Park Flower Studio for a class about creating holiday floral arrangements on the Bonnet House Veranda. 

• $55 per person members – The fee includes a self-guided tour of the house from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. where you can experience your favorite trees, wreaths, and centerpieces designed by local artists.
• Limited to 25 students per class. 

• For reservations or more information, please visit www.BonnetHouse.org or call 954-703-2614.