Festival

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, …

Grab your little leprechauns and plan to spend the day frolicking with the wearing of the green. The South Florida Emerald Society hosts its annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the German-American Social Club in Miami. Admission is free. Features: Live Entertainment with traditional Irish and …

The Florida Renaissance Festival in Deerfield Beach offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in a fantasy world  with performers, artisans and activities inspired by another place and time. Discount opportunities are offered. The popular event in 2026 is on weekends from February 7 – March 29 at Quiet Waters Park, 954-357-5100, 401 S. Powerline Road, …

St. Patrick’s Day on is an occasion for parades and festivals, including in Fort Lauderdale. Pull out your favorite emerald apparel and delight in the festive vibe.  St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival in Fort Lauderdale in 2025 is 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 8, and entry is free. Parade The parade is …

It’s fun, entertaining and offers free entry. It’s the Dania Beach Wine and Seafood Festival. The event in 2025 is 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, March 8, with live bands, artist and artisan vendors, and food vendors from local restaurants.  Entry is free. Food and drinks are offered for purchase. Tasting tickets for liquor …

The picturesque New River in Fort Lauderdale is the scene of a lively event featuring thousands of floating rubber ducks and opportunities to win exciting prizes. Duck Fest Derby in 2025 is 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Saturday, April 5, at Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. The event, which supports organizations that …

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 …

Royal Palm Beach will host the free, family-friendly West Fest, from Friday, Feb. 28, through Sunday, March. 2, 2025, at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. Times: Friday, Feb. 28: from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 1, from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday, March 2, from 1 to 5 p.m. The event will include the …

World Fest in Weston offers an international array of flavors, fashion, displays, art, singing, dancing and other live entertainment. Entry is free for Weston World Fest festivities in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 1, offering entertainment and things to do for kids and adults. Weston World Fest features performances and interactive …

For a delightful outdoor family excursion, a kite festival in South Florida is ideal. Especially when it’s free. It’s dubbed “World’s Greatest Kite Festival.”  The event in 2025 is 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, March 1 at Miramar Regional Park. Register online. The kite festival includes entertainment, food trucks, kite demonstrations, kite giveaways, and …

The ever popular Saint Sophia Greek Festival returns Feb. 28 to March 2, 2025, featuring Greek food, wine & spirits, Greek pastry & coffee, Greek cooking demonstrations, live Greek music, dancing and a tour of the Byzantine Cathedral (Watch YouTube promo from an earlier year). The baklava will be irresistible.  The festival will also feature …