Manatee Lagoon Welcomes Back Gentle Giants

Manatee Lagoon is throwing a welcome back party to honor the annual migration of manatees to our local waters. This year’s theme, “Migration Celebration,” spotlights the incredible journey these gentle giants undertake each season as they travel through Florida’s waterways.

Migration Celebration

When: Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Manatee Lagoon, 6000 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach
Cost: Free admission and free parking; food truck vendor prices vary.

Manatee season runs from Nov. 15 to March 31, when manatees migrate to warmer waters. When the waters of Lake Worth Lagoon dip to 68 degrees or colder, manatees gather in the clean, warm-water outflows surrounding the FPL Riviera Beach Next Generation Clean Energy Center, adjacent to Manatee Lagoon.

(c) Manatee Lagoon, an FPL Eco-Discovery Center

Scheduled Activities:

Free face painting
Expert speakers and exhibits
Indoor & Outdoor Games
Hands-on activities
Sweet and Savory Food Trucks

The herd comes home at Manatee Lagoon, an FPL Eco Center

NOTE: Some activities are limited, be sure to RSVP to reserve your spot.

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Note: Programs are subject to change and availability may vary or be canceled due to inclement weather.

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