Summer officially arrives this weekend, but that’s no reason to hide inside. Arm yourselves with hats, loose-fitting clothing, cold beverages, frozen treats or whatever and meet the oppressive forces of heat and humidity head on. Like Rohan’s cavalry charging down Pelennor Fields and breaking the lines of the enemy, get out and find your adventure this weekend. Learn about mangoes at the Florida Mango Festival, test your seamanship in the Cardboard Boat Regatta in Palm Beach Gardens, check out Nights in Northwood Village and enjoy live music, vendors and food.
In addition to the top five events listed there’s always something great happening at places like The Norton Museum of Art or the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. On top of that you could always just enjoy a great meal with an equally great view at one of Palm Beach County’s waterfront restaurants from Jupiter to Boca Raton. Plus, we’ve curated a list of the best things to do all year in the county, and here it is: your bucket list of 60 fun must-try things to do in Palm Beach County.
1. Florida Mango Festival, West Palm Beach
Held at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, this event is a celebration of that incredible fruit and all its varieties. Taste extraordinary mangos at their peak, discover Florida’s finest small, independent farms, explore rare and exceptional varieties, and immerse yourself in the sights, aromas, and energy of mango season like never before. This is a popular event.
This event is 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 27. 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. $31.04. Information: floridamangofestival.com
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2. Cardboard Boat Regatta, Palm Beach Gardens
Teams of two will display their boats made from only cardboard and duct tape where they will be judged on design as well as America250 themes before racing one length of the pool. All boat team members must be in the first grade or older.
The event is 9 a.m. Saturday, June 27. 4420 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens. Residents $10 per boar, nonresidents $15 per boat. Information: pbgfl.gov
3. Nights in Northwood Village, West Palm Beach
This open-air celebration will turn the streets of Northwood into a vibrant night market with more than 50 vendors selling art, fashion, vintage finds and more. There will also be food and beverage vendors along with will live music by the ReaXtion Band.
The event is 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 26. Northwood Road, West Palm Beach. Free. Information: wpb.org/Residents/Community
4. Hollywood Gems featuring “1776,” West Palm Beach
Held at the Norton Museum of Art, this 1972 film is a musical retelling of the American Revolution’s political struggle in the Continental Congress to declare independence. Starring William Daniels, Howard Da Silva, and Ken Howard, and directed by Peter H. Hunt. The film will be screened in the Stiller Auditorium.
The event is 2 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 28. 1450 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. Admission $18, seniors $15, students $5, 12 and younger free. Information: norton.org
5. 6th Annual Pride 5K Run/Walk, West Palm Beach
Presented by Night Runners WPB, this vibrant evening of community, movement and pride will take place along the beautiful waterfront and will feature local businesses and food trucks. Participants will receive a limited edition shirt and finisher medal.
The event is 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 27. 101 S. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach. $45, virtual $35. Information: runsignup.com/Race/FL/WestPalmBeach/NightRunnersWPB5K
Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at eritz@pbpost.com. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today.
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