There's always something happening in Boca, so we've compiled a list of some popular free and cheap events to bring to your attention. Many are recurring, so we've provided links to calendars you can also search to get more details and the best updated information.
We've also included a list of some of the main attractions and venues in the area that offer ongoing programs and activities.
ANNUAL EVENTS IN BOCA RATON
- Third Monday, JANUARY, MLK Jr. Day Ceremony & Celebration, held at various sites, including Mizner Park Amphitheater.
- WINTER: Seafood Festival, seasonal, usually in March, Mizner Park Amphitheater
- Last Saturday in JANUARY: Boca Street Fest, Mizner Park
- MARCH: State of the City & Community Celebration, MiznerPark
- Last Monday in MAY: Memorial Day, Boca Raton Cemetery
- Summer in the City – FREE summer concert series at Mizner Park Amphitheater: Dates TBD.
- AUGUST: Battle of the Bands & Young Entrepreneurs Market – Mizner Park, 327 Plaza Real.
- First Thursdays, OCTOBER-MAY: Night Market – Located in Sanborn Square, 72 N. Federal Highway, from 6 to 9 p.m. on seasonal dates.
- NOVEMBER 11: Red, White & Boca: A Veterans Day Celebration, Mizner Park Amphitheater
- OCTOBER: Halloween, Boca Boo Days, multiple activities at various locations
DESTINATIONS IN BOCA RATON
Boca Raton Historical Society & Schmidt History Museum, 71 N. Federal Highway; 561-395-6766. Free entry 1st Saturday of every month, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Boca Raton Museum of Art, 501 Plaza Real; 561-392-2500
Boca Raton Public Library, 400 NW 2nd Ave.; 561-367-7019
- Monday Movies – Feature films for adults, monthly on the 4th Monday, 5:30 to 8 p.m., with followup discussion.
- Visit this website to search for more programs and children's activities that also include the Spanish River Library, 1501 Spanish River Blvd.; 561-393-7920.
Daggerwing Nature Center, 11435 Park Access Road; 561-629-8760
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd.; 561-544-8605
- Outdoor Marine Aquarium Feeding, daily, weather permitting, 12:30 to 12:45 p.m.
- Resident Sea Turtle Talk, daily, weather permitting, 1 p.m.
Mizner Park & Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real; 561-393-7890
Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail; 561-347-3900
Sunset Cove Amphitheater, 20405 Amphitheater Circle; 561-488-8069
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Note: All events are subject to change!
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