Holiday House Tour & Campfire
Experience the magic of the holidays at the historic Deering Estate! Join us for a cozy evening under the stars during our Holiday House Tour & Campfire!
Take a self-guided tour through the beautifully decorated Historic Richmond Cottage, aglow with vintage charm and festive holiday décor. Museum docents will be onsite to share stories and insights about the rich history of the estate and the inspiration behind the seasonal decorations.
As twilight falls, gather around the fire for complimentary marshmallow roasting—a warm, sweet treat for guests of all ages!
Enjoy the peace and beauty of the season in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere at one of Miami’s most treasured landmarks.
Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
5:30PM – 9:00PM
Event Highlights:
• Self-guided twilight tour of the Historic Richmond Cottage
• Docents available to share history and holiday décor details
• Complimentary marshmallow roasting by the campfire
• Historic Holiday Decor Scavenger Hunt (inside the Richmond Cottage)
• Gnorman the Deering Gnome and the Lost Winter Star (outdoors)
Every winter, Gnorman the Deering Gnome brings the enchanted Winter Star to the Deering Estate, filling the pine rocklands and historic homes with holiday cheer. But this year, his mischievous friends accidentally broke the star into ten pieces and hid themselves across the Estate! Help Gnorman find each gnome and collect their names. Only by writing down all ten can the Winter Star be restored. Each gnome holds a clue—let the hunt begin!
COST: Limited Capacity General Admission: $20 per person (ages 4 and up) Children 3 and under: Free. Save $5 on tickets for children ages 4–14 when purchased in advance. Discount ends at 11:59 PM the day before the event. Purchase tickets online.
Deering Estate Foundation members receive a 10% discount. To redeem your discount, contact the Deering Estate Foundation office by email to receive your exclusive promo code to be entered when purchasing on Park Link.
To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all visitors, timed entry into the historic house museum will be assigned based on arrival time.
Please note that the Historic Stone House is currently undergoing renovations and will be closed to the public during this time.
Celebrate Deering all year and gift a membership to family and friends this Holiday Season! Deering Estate Foundation Members enjoy year-round complimentary general admission to Deering Estate and much more, including admission to the Deering Seafood Festival.
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