This three-day festival will include live entertainment, a holiday market, tree lighting and lots of other fun, festive activities. Also, as in previous years, the Boardwalk area will feature beautiful holiday lights, stretching from Plyler Park to Second Avenue Pier — these lights will be up until January 1. Plyler Park, 1000 N. Ocean Blvd. Festival: Friday, Dec. 1, 5-9 p.m.; Saturday, 12-9 p.m.; Sunday, 12-5 p.m. Boardwalk lights can be enjoyed daily 5-9 p.m. Free. www.winterwonderlandatthebeach.com