Free: Family ‘Rec Pop-Up Day,’ Oct. 17, Boca Raton

Since there is no school on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, for students in Palm Beach County public schools, the City of Boca Raton is inviting families to its first-ever “Rec Pop-Up Day.” This is a day for you and your child to have an opportunity to explore, play, and create fun stuff for free!

Rec Pop-Up Day

• When: Friday, Oct. 17, from noon to 2 p.m.
• Where: Wildflower Park, 551 E. Palmetto Park Road
• Cost: Free
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You not only will get a chance to meet some of the Parks & Recreation staff, but you'll also get a chance to try out activities, challenges, and games for all ages. The city will provide the fun and music. All you need to take is a bathing suit to enjoy the splash pad and your own picnic. Beverages and frozen treats will be available for purchase.

Get a FREE ride to the Wildflower Park with BocaConnect – the new eco-friendly shuttle service! Download the Circuit App to request a ride in just a few clicks.

What else is happening:

• Earth Day Fashion Show and more at Marinelife Center, April 25
• Morikami monthly Sunset Stroll, Delray Beach, April 23
• Earth Month celebrations in Palm Beach County
• Earth Day & Arbor Day celebrations in Wellington, April 25
• Celebrate Earth Day with animals at Daggerwing Nature Center, Boca Raton, April 25
• Volunteer to pick up beach debris for Earth Day in Dania Beach
• Free entry & free rides onto Deerfield Island
• TY Park in Hollywood offers walking, jogging and bike paths with lake and oak trees
• Free stargazing in the park in Miami-Dade
• Use telescopes for free at Fox Observatory in West Broward

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