Events & Festivals in Florida
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Life as a Local
Moving for a new life means you’ll have new traditions to be a part of and new teams to root for. Among the many things to do in Florida, few experiences capture the state’s energy better than its festivals and local celebrations. Annual events and festivals in Florida take over most cities and regions, while pro and college sports provide opportunities for even more gatherings and reasons to celebrate.
Interested in cinema? Horse racing? Local culinary discoveries? In Florida, there’s a celebration for all of those and more – no matter where your interests lie. From internationally acclaimed events to local fall festivals, Florida is a place that fosters getting together to celebrate just about everything.
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From crystal-clear rivers and seashell-covered beaches to family-friendly escapes and community-building, the Sunshine State will entice you in more ways than one.
- Cultural Events
- Sporting Events
- Culinary Events
More Than Just Museums
Cultural buffs rejoice. Local events in every region draw crowds as Floridians gather to celebrate culture in all its forms. Cinephiles will want to flock to the Florida Film Festival, while theater kids of all ages will appreciate the experimental stagings at the Orlando Fringe. Trendsetters and art aficionados can look for the newest names in art at local fine art festivals, while tourists can see classics at Art Basel Miami.
Music enthusiasts of all types can find their place in Florida’s music festivals, whether it’s jazz lovers grooving at the Jacksonville Jazz Festival, live music festivals on Daytona Beach or finding inspiration at the St. Augustine Songwriters Festival. These are all just the tip of the iceberg – a proverbial one, as there are none of those in Florida – because every holiday and season boasts a celebration of some sort wherever you settle in the Sunshine State.
Stadiums, Arenas, Race Tracks, Oh My!
Even those who don’t know the difference between a touchdown and a slam dunk will find something to cheer about in Florida. The history and high adrenaline of the Daytona 500 make it the sport’s most important event. With arguably less horsepower but equally impressive, equestrian events in Ocala scratch a different type of itch.
Then there’s the Miami Open and THE PLAYERS Championship, two of the most exciting events in the world. Don’t forget all the pro sports teams that diehard fans pull for every weekend. Watch one of Florida’s 11 major professional sports teams, from soccer and baseball to basketball and football. Not to mention more than 50 minor league and farm teams scattered across the state, with events like charity fundraisers and community tailgates to add even more local spirit and family fun into the mix!
Proving Florida has Good Taste
Wondering what food in Florida is all about? There’s no better way to explore the unique ecosystem of flavors than with our lengthy menu of culinary events. Indulge in key lime pie and Cuban sandwiches, and start with a big event like the South Beach Wine and Food Festival to tease your palate.
Dive in with West Palm Beach Food Tours to experience cuisine with a story. Go even more local with farmers markets, the famous Florida Strawberry Festival or dare to try something with a bit more kick at the South Florida Garlic Fest. And who would miss the Sandestin Wine Festival or Everglades City Seafood Festival? That’s just a tiny portion of what’s in store when you have the entire state in your backyard.
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