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Holi, the Festival of Colors, is an ancient festival to celebrate and welcome the arrival of spring with singing, dancing, and feasting. Guests are encouraged to wear white and immerse themselves in vibrant hues, while enjoying Bollywood music, dance and traditional food. All ethnicities and nationalities are welcome.  What: Color the Sky: A Holi Festival When: …

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Interactive fun and exciting displays and demonstrations are featured at a science festival at the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale. Entry is free, but registration is advance is requested. The event in 2025 is 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, March 8, with some events at Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, …

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The annual Palmetto Bay Village Picnic is coming up for Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Coral Reef Park, 7895 SW 152nd Ave., Miami. Admission is free; vendor prices vary. This community event includes the following: Food vendors Rides & Games Performances Face Painters Balloon Twisters Music and more For more information and …

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Calling all seafood lovers, boat lovers and car aficionados! The West Palm Seafood Festival is coming to town Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 15-16, 2025, plus it has once again teamed up with the Palm Beach Marine Flea Market, and the Palm Beach Car Swap Meet & Car Show! According to Larry Burdgick from Under the …

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  Nibble on fare from local restaurants and vendors at Taste of Sunrise. The indoor epicurean event features dishes from about 35 eateries, including favorite local and regional restaurants. The event in 2026 is 7 p.m. February 19, with entry fees of $20 prior to the event and $30 at the door, if available. Parking …

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If you enjoy music, food and appreciate the culture of India and Bangladesh, you’re in for a treat. The Spring Festival is being held at Sunset Cove on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, and admission and parking are free.   This festival includes entertainment, food, music, dance, vendors and family fun. What: Bangladeshi Spring Festival When: …

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The South Florida Bluegrass Association is hosting the 47th Annual Everglades Bluegrass Festival from Feb. 7-9, 2025 at Greynolds Park in North Miami Beach. Earlybird pricing if you order online before January 15. Only $15 Friday or Sunday, $50 for the whole weekend with the extra $5 off promo which applies to single day. Gate …

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The church has decided to discontinue the Italian festival, so there will be no festival in 2026. The annual St. Coleman’s Catholic Church Italian Festival is back for its 41st year in 2025. The free event will be Feb. 14-16 at St. Coleman Catholic Church in Pompano Beach. The event will include plenty of Italian …

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For family friendly outdoor excursion, a fair in Southwest Ranches offers rides, games and food vendors. Southwest Ranches Country Fair in 2025 is Thursday – Monday, January 16-January 20 at 16290 Griffin Road 33331.  Entry is free. You pay for rides, snacks from food trucks,  and other items you want to purchase. Parking is free. …

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Delight in plant-based dishes from participating restaurants and food vendors at  Vegan Block Party  events in Fort Lauderdale.  Vegan Block Party in  2025 is 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.  Saturday, July 5, at Esplanade Park, 400 S.W.  Second Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312. Esplanade Park is on the lovely Riverwalk promenade. Vegan Block Party events typically …

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Where can you find performances of Afro-Cuban dance, samba percussion, taiko drumming, merengue music, rumba dance and Polynesian hula? At HistoryMiami’s annual Culture Fest 305 on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free, but advance registration is required. This is truly a folklife festival that celebrates human enthusiasm and …

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