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Shops at Merrick Park will present “Back to Tradition,” its 19th annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, sponsored by Nicklaus Children’s Hospital and Belmont Village Senior Living, on Thursday, Nov. 17, at 6 p.m.
One of the largest tree lighting ceremonies and holiday celebrations in South Florida, the event will include lighting the 50-foot tree and a live performance by South Florida’s own Camie Liz. Attendees will also enjoy a variety of interactive activities, entertainment and a highly anticipated appearance by Santa Claus who will begin the festive season.
“Shops at Merrick Park is looking forward to lighting-up the holidays with new music, family fun and an unmatched spirit of joy during this anticipated annual tradition,” said Carlos Limontes, senior general manager at Shops at Merrick Park. “We’re proud to be a part of the vibrant Coral Gables community and we invite friends and neighbors to enjoy the best and brightest retail and cultural resources in our community.”
The retail destination will transform into a winter wonderland with a live performance by award-winning singer Camie Liz who will serenade attendees with holiday favorites. Liz was hand selected by Phil Collins to be a recipient of his foundation, the Little Dreams Foundation, and has performed alongside artists including KT Tunstall, Jon Secada, Lou Gramm, and Collins. A National YoungArts Foundation Winner in Voice, Liz swept iHeartRadio’s LiveMe Music House Competition winning the grand prize and a chance open for Billie Eilish, Lizzo, BTS, and more. She has released original music in a variety of streaming platforms.
The Miami Royal Ballet and Coral Gables Senior High School Gablettes will add to the festive spirit along with holiday costumed characters and a 360-degree photo booth.
Attendees are encouraged to spread the warmth of the season and bring unwrapped toys for children in care of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital.
One of the event highlights is Santa’s grand arrival down San Lorenzo Avenue on the Coral Gables Fire Department’s fire truck. Special guest host Belkys Nerey, award-winning co-anchor of WSVN Channel 7 News, will help flip the magical switch along with Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago to illuminate the tree, signaling the official start of the holiday shopping season.
This year’s popular event will include a majestic 50-foot tree with a six-foot-tall, illuminated star topper. The tree is adorned with LED custom colorful lighting, concert grade sound and a snow show. Shoppers can view and pose with the holiday tree through early January 2023.
For more information about Shops at Merrick Park, call 305-529-1215, visit www.shopsatmerrickpark.com or follow Shops at Merrick Park on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shopsatmerrickpark and Instagram @shopsatmerrickpark.
About Shops at Merrick Park
Shops at Merrick Park, Coral Gables’ premier destination for fine shopping and dining, provides Miami area residents and visitors with a distinctive collection of more than 100 stores and eateries anchored by flagship locations of Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. The center features luxury brands such as CH Carolina Herrera, Gucci, Jimmy Choo and Tiffany & Co., alongside popular retailers such as Anthropologie, Banana Republic, J.Crew, Lilly Pulitzer, lululemon, Pottery Barn and Sephora.
The unmatched shopping experience is enhanced by delicious dining options such as SAWA, Mariposa at Neiman Marcus, Bazille at Nordstrom, Sea Grill, Ecléctico Restaurant & Agave Bar, Perry’s Steak House & Grille, Villagio Restaurant and Yard House. Ideal Image, Equinox Fitness Club and the Landmark Theatre complete the well-rounded retail mix.
Shops at Merrick Park is located at 358 San Lorenzo Ave. in Coral Gables. The center is open Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. Curbside pick-up for select stores is available.
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