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This Weekend's Must-Do's Around Palm Beach
Lots of food events, a battle reenactment, board game convention, Jupiter beer festival, a birthday party for the city of Boca, and much more
Good morning, neighbor! Welcome to the very first edition of The Palm Beach Weekender, a weekly roundup of local weekend events happening around our area.
This week’s weather has been rough–rain, wind, clouds, thick fog, and cold. Definitely not what we’re used to, but hey, this is probably the peak of our South Florida winter. The good thing is that it should clear up just in time for the weekend (it’ll still be cold).
Thank you for being here, I really appreciate it!
What To Do This Weekend
🗓️ Major Events
South Florida Fair - West Palm Beach
Date: January 17, 2025 - February 2, 2025
Hours: Vary. See hours here
Cost: See prices here
Location: South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Boulevard, West Palm Beach
The South Florida Fair is back in town! You have 17 days to experience everything the fair has to offer. Things like the pig races, carnival games, Yesteryear Village, parades, concerts, turkey legs, dozens of rides, live performances, delicious lemonade, petting zoo, and plenty of fair food to enjoy!
This year's theme is Imagine The Future. There will be 15 interactive exhibits that you will be able to explore. All showcasing the fascinating ideas and concepts of science fiction that could soon become the reality of tomorrow.
South Florida Bacon & Brunch Fest - Boca
Date: January 25 - 26, 2025
Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cost: Adults - $10, Ten and under - free
Location: South County Regional Park, 20130 Regional Park Dr, Boca Raton
A festival full of all sorts of delicious brunch inspired bites from local food vendors. They will all be offering food items for $5 or less. You will also be able to sip on some Mimosas while checking out more than 75 local craft vendors. Kids will be able to have fun in the free kid zone. Can’t forget the live music and some axe throwing for the adults.
Boca Raton Greek Festival
Date: January 23 - 26, 2025
Hours: Thursday: 4pm - 9pm, Friday: 11am - 11pm, Saturday: 11am - 11pm, Sunday: 12pm - 9pm
Cost: Adults - $5, Twelve & under - free (On site parking is $10)
Location: Saint Mark Greek Orthodox Church, 2100 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton
The Boca Raton Greek Festival returns in 2025. Enjoy a weekend packed with delicious Greek food, live music, traditional dance performances, and many rides for the kids to enjoy. There will also be a few raffles, and a vendor market to check out.
Learn More: https://saintmarkboca.net/greek-festival/
🗓️ Thursday
Clematis By Night - West Palm Beach (Canceled)
Date: January 23, 2025
Hours: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Centennial Square, 150 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach
If you want to get your weekend started a little early, head over to Clematis by Night and enjoy a laid-back, seaside happy hour vibe under the stars. Experience a live performance by Terramce Simien and don’t forget to check out all the tasty bites from local vendors.
Food Trucks & Lakeside Market - Wellington
Date: January 23, 2025
Hours: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: Free to attend
Location: Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington
The Wellington Food Truck & Music series and the Lakeside Market, welcomes you to enjoy a night full of delicious food, live music, and shopping. Each week, you can enjoy over 40 market vendors, live tribute bands, and more than a dozen food trucks.
🗓️ Friday
Abacoa Food Truck Invasion - Jupiter
Date: January 24, 2025
Hours: 5:30 PM
Cost: Free to attend
Location: Downtown Abacoa, 1200 Town Center Dr, Jupiter
Satisfy your cravings at the Food Truck Invasion in Downtown Abacoa. Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, South Florida’s best food trucks roll in, bringing a variety of mouthwatering bites to choose from. A great night out for the whole family!
Art After Dark - West Palm Beach
Date: January 24, 2025
Hours: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $10 for Adults & Seniors, $5 for Students, Free for Members
Location: Norton Museum of Art, 1450 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach
Every Friday night, the Norton Museum hosts Art After Dark. It is an opportunity to attend art workshops, film screenings, live performances, and art tours. This Friday's schedule of events:
5:30-6pm: Docent led tours of works in the galleries
6-9pm: Join artist Kristin M Beck to make a mini punching bag inspired by the repurposed punching bags from Jeffrey Gibson.
6-7pm: Attend a lecture and artist talk by Derrick Adams on his body of work as an artist
7-7:30pm: Docent tour on Sorolla and the Sea or Strike Fast, Dance Lightly
7:30-9pm: Enjoy live ballet, modern dances, Karate Kata, and Brazilian Capoeira
8pm: Artist tour with Kianga Jinaki
🗓️ Saturday
Second Seminole War Battle Reenactment - Jupiter
Date: January 25, 2025
Hours: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Riverbend Park, 9060 W Indiantown Rd, Jupiter
Take a trip back in time to witness the Second Seminole War Battle that took place here in Palm Beach County. You will get to explore the U.S. Army and Seminole camps, meet period accurate reenactors and historians, check out weapon demos, and tour the battlefield. Cannons will be firing so bring some ear protection if needed.
Learn More: https://loxahatcheebattlefield.com/
Jupiter Craft Brewers Festival - Jupiter
Date: January 25, 2025
Hours: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost: Online - $40, Gate - $45
Location: Abacoa Amphitheatre, 1260 University Blvd, Jupiter
If you love beer then this is a must. There will be over 50 brewers and over 175 craft beers for you to enjoy. With your paid admission and proper ID (21 or older), you will have unlimited samples of all types of beers from all over the country. There will also be a silent disco and of course live music. Also no strollers, backpacks or dogs allowed.
A portion of their proceeds will be going to the Autism Project of Palm Beach County.
Learn More: https://www.jupitercraftbrewersfestival.com/
West Palm Beach GreenMarket
Date: January 25, 2025
Hours: 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Great Lawn, 100 N, Clematis Street, West Palm Beach
Indulge in fresh food and discover local treasures at the West Palm Beach GreenMarket! Held in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach, this vibrant market is packed with over 130 vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, delicious food, coffee, spices, exotic plants, and much more!
Yoga With Natalie - West Palm Beach
Date: January 25, 2025
Hours: 10:00 AM
Cost: Free ($10 suggested donation)
Location: City Place, 700 South Rosemary Avenue, West Palm Beach
Grab your yoga mat and head over to Rosemary Square for an all-levels yoga class with Natalie Addison. This energizing session is the perfect way to kick off your weekend.
Smoke & Sunshine: Live Fire Cooking Festival - West Palm Beach
Date: January 25, 2025
Hours: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (VIP enters at 11AM)
Cost: $99, VIP $135
Location: Tropical Smokehouse, 3815 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach
Tropical Smokehouse will be hosting its third annual Smoke & Sunshine Craft BBQ Meat Up this Saturday. One of the best BBQ events in Palm Beach County. Expect delicious food cooked on the spot by chefs from all over the country, live music, a full bar, beer from Civil Society Brewing, and a raffle for a Big Green Egg smoker. You can purchase tickets and see the full list of chefs in the link below.
Flamingocon - West Palm Beach
Date: January 25, 2025
Hours: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $15
Location: Holy Trinity Episocopal Church, 211 Trinity Pl, West Palm Beach
Flamingocon is a board gaming convention that was started back in 2015 by several locals. At the event expect all sorts of board games, card games, dice, and RPGs. They have a library of more than 100 games you can check out or you can bring your own.
Learn More: https://www.facebook.com/share/19wg3quZzX/
Swank Farmers Market - Loxahatchee
Date: January 25, 2025
Hours: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Swank Specialty Produce, 14311 North Rd, Loxahatchee
Enjoy a small trip to the countryside of Palm Beach County to check out the Swank Farm Farmers Market. Shop fresh produce and artisan goodies under their huge open air barn. There are usually more than 25 vendors selling things like meat, dairy products, coffee, fresh bread, and much more.
Learn More: https://www.swankspecialtyproduce.com/markets/
Museum Family Fun Day - Boynton
Date: January 25, 2025
Hours: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Centennial Park & Amphitheater, 120 E Ocean Ave, Boynton Beach
The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum is hosting a Family Fun Day - a perfect event for kids. There will be face painting, a character parade, an obstacle course, a slime lab, live performances, a chance to explore police cars and fire trucks, and much more.
Delray Beach GreenMarket
Date: January 25, 2025
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach
Every Saturday, you can hangout at the lovely GreenMarket in downtown Delray. With more than 50 vendors, you’ll find everything from baked goods and fresh produce to beautiful flowers and handcrafted items..
Learn More: https://downtowndelraybeach.com/green-market
Boca Street Fest - Boca
Date: January 25, 2025
Hours: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton
Boca Raton is turning 100 years old! Join the city with a new downtown tradition, Boca Street Fest. It will feature a beer garden, dozens of vendors, live music, and many different types of live performances.
🗓️ Sunday
Yoga at Harbourside - Jupiter
Date: January 26, 2025
Hours: 9:30 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Harbourside Place, 200 N US Highway One, Jupiter
Yoga early in the morning by the water is the best way to start off a Sunday. It is a great opportunity to relax your mind and body especially after a long week. All levels are welcome.
The Market at Harbourside Place - Jupiter
Date: January 26, 2025
Hours: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Harbourside Place, 200 N US Highway One, Jupiter
Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month, head over to Harbourside to enjoy an array of local vendors. Expect to find fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious food, music, and activities for the little ones.
The Gardens GreenMarket - Palm Beach Gardens
Date: January 26, 2025
Hours: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: City Hall, 10500 N Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens
Head over to the Gardens GreenMarket for a lovely Sunday morning of shopping, indulging in delicious food, and live music. With over 100 vendors, you’ll find everything from organic produce and fresh meat to beautiful flowers and handmade jewelry. Definitely worth checking out if you’re a fan of the WPB GreenMarket.
Learn More: https://www.pbgfl.gov/278/GreenMarket
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