{"id":188662,"date":"2026-03-12T13:27:24","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T13:27:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/188662\/"},"modified":"2026-03-12T13:27:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T13:27:24","slug":"march-2026-festivals-fairs-and-festivities-in-south-florida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/188662\/","title":{"rendered":"March 2026 festivals, fairs and festivities in South Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the best things about South Florida is that our subtropical climate means we can have festival fun just about all year long. With that in mind, welcome to SoFlo Festivals, Fairs & Festivities, a new feature that will give you a monthly look ahead to celebrations throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties. Here\u2019s our list for March, but keep coming back to this post because we\u2019ll continue to add events. Also, prices may not reflect taxes and fees.<\/p>\n

Dania Beach Wine & Seafood Festival<\/p>\n

In addition to 60 international wine, beer and spirit brands, there will be local chefs and mixologists demonstrating their recipes at the Chef Showcase, where complimentary samples of food will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Other highlights: food trucks, vendors, artists booths and a Little Chefs Station, where children will have the opportunity to create their own dish. Entertainment will include a DJ as well as live music from Shaw Davis, Yoli Mayor and Private Stock Band. You must be 21 years or older to purchase a sampling ticket.<\/p>\n

WHEN: 4-9 p.m., Saturday, March 14<\/p>\n

WHERE: Dania Beach City Hall Plaza, 100 W. Dania Beach Blvd.<\/a><\/p>\n

COST:<\/p>\n

\u2022 General admission is free and open to the public (food and beverage samples not included).<\/p>\n

\u2022 $55 in advance for General Beverage Sampling Ticket of unlimited wine\/beer\/spirits (includes commemorative glass but not food samples); $70 the day of the event.<\/p>\n

\u2022 $75 in advance for VIP Sampling Ticket (includes access to VIP tent, exclusive food and wine\/beer samples, a commemorative glass and air-conditioned restroom trailer); $90 the day of the event.<\/p>\n

\u2022 $195 for GA 4-Pack Beverage Sampling Ticket (unlimited wine\/beer\/spirits sampling for four people; food samples are not included)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Parking is free, and a park-and-ride shuttle service will run continuously to and from The Casino at Dania Beach.<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: daniabeachwineandseafoodfest.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Touch-A-Truck<\/p>\n

Children can get an up-close visceral experience with a fire truck, a wheel loader, construction trucks and more at this event hosted by Plantation\u2019s Parks & Recreation Department.<\/p>\n

WHEN: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, March 14, with a horn-free hour for children with sensitive hearing from 9-10 a.m.<\/p>\n

WHERE: Plantation Equestrian Center, 1451 NW 118th Ave.<\/a><\/p>\n

COST: Free admission<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: plantation.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Royal Palm Beach Seafood Festival<\/p>\n

The theme this year is Back to the 80\u2019s, so you can expect a DeLorean time machine and two stages with tribute bands. Of course, there will also be seafood dishes for purchase at food trucks, stations and kiosks, plus a kids\u2019 zone, roving characters and vendors.<\/p>\n

WHEN:<\/p>\n

\u2022 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, March 14<\/p>\n

\u2022 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, March 15<\/p>\n

WHERE: Commons Park, 11600 Poinciana Blvd., Royal Palm Beach<\/a><\/p>\n

COST: Free admission and parking<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: pottcevents.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Jupiter Irish Fest<\/p>\n

Returning to the Jupiter Irish Fest this year will be the band Bangers and Mash. (Jupiter Irish Fest\/Courtesy)
\nJupiter Irish Fest<\/p>\n

Put on a green outfit and come check out this two-day celebration of Irish culture with food, drinks and entertainment. And this time, for its sixth annual edition, the Jupiter Irish Fest will have free admission.<\/p>\n

WHEN:<\/p>\n

\u2022 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, March 14<\/p>\n

\u2022 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, March 15<\/p>\n

WHERE: Downtown Abacoa, 1267 Main St., Jupiter (Abacoa Amphitheatre)<\/a><\/p>\n

COST: Free admission<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: jupiteririshfest.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Beach Reggae Music & Arts Festival<\/p>\n

This celebration of reggae culture will include live music, film screenings<\/a> and visual arts, as well as cuisine and craft vendors. The event is produced by Jamaican entertainment attorney and author<\/a> Lloyd Stanbury, in partnership with the Delray Beach-based nonprofit Spady Cultural Heritage Museum. Stanbury is also cofounder of the all-reggae radio station, IRIE FM in Jamaica. \u201cSouth Florida is home to Bob Marley\u2019s widow, Rita Marley, and several of his children and grandchildren,\u201d said Stanbury, who lives in Royal Palm Beach. \u201cPalm Beach County is also home to several pioneers who helped shape reggae\u2019s global reach<\/a>, making it a fitting home for this festival.\u201d Performers include Inner Circle<\/a>, Xperimento, Yvad & The Legal Roots, DJ\/MC Lance-O, Kulcha Shok Muzik and The Resolvers.<\/p>\n

WHEN: March 20-22<\/p>\n

WHERE: Old School Square Vintage Gymnasium and Amphitheatre, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach<\/a><\/p>\n

COST: Tickets range<\/a> from $33.85-$97.88<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: palmbeachreggae.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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InnaDeYard.Film<\/p>\n

A screening of \u201cInna De Yard: The Soul of Jamaica\u201d will open the Palm Beach Reggae Music & Arts Festival in downtown Delray Beach. (InnaDeYard.Film\/Courtesy)
\nCraft Fair<\/p>\n

Handmade crafts created by local artisans will be featured at this al fresco event staged at the Historic Stranahan House Museum<\/a> on the bank of the New River in downtown Fort Lauderdale.<\/p>\n

WHEN: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 21<\/p>\n

WHERE: Historic Stranahan House Museum, 335 SE Sixth Ave., Fort Lauderdale<\/a><\/p>\n

COST: Free admission<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: stranahanhouse.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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South Florida Sun Sentinel<\/p>\n

The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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The 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show is in full swing on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The 5 day show runs through March 23. (Mike Stocker\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)\n<\/p>\n

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\nPalm Beach International Boat Show<\/p>\n

Marine enthusiasts will want to know that this year more than $1 billion worth of boat inventory will be displayed during the five-day run of this shipshape showcase<\/a>, which started back in 1982.<\/p>\n

WHEN: March 25-29<\/p>\n

WHERE: Along Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach<\/a>, across from Palm Beach Island<\/p>\n

COST:<\/p>\n

\u2022 $63 for Adult 1-Day Preview Ticket (Wednesday-Sunday).<\/p>\n

\u2022 $85 for Adult 2-Day Preview + General Admission Ticket (Wednesday-Sunday).<\/p>\n

\u2022 $66 for Adult 2-Day General Admission Ticket (Thursday-Sunday).<\/p>\n

\u2022 $37 for Adult 1-Day General Admission Ticket (Thursday-Sunday).<\/p>\n

\u2022 $18 for Child 1-Day Admission Ticket for guests ages 6-15 (Wednesday-Sunday); entry is free for children younger than age 5.<\/p>\n

\u2022 $430 for Windward 1-Day VIP Ticket (Wednesday-Sunday; includes open bar, gourmet food and pop-up activations in an indoor and outdoor lounge setting).<\/p>\n

\u2022 Active military and veterans are eligible for free general admission on March 29; email cxteam@informa.com or present your military ID at the show.<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: pbboatshow.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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AARLCC<\/p>\n

The African American Research Library & Cultural Center on historic Sistrunk Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale will host the Africana Arts & Humanities Festival from March 27-28. (AARLCC\/Courtesy)
\nAfricana Arts & Humanities Festival<\/p>\n

This two-day festival includes a keynote speaker, fundraiser, a free Family Day with youth activations, author showcases, bookstore partnerships and cultural programs \u2014 all staged at Fort Lauderdale\u2019s African American Research Library\u200b\u200b & Cultural Center.<\/p>\n

WHEN: March 27-28<\/p>\n

WHERE: African American Research Library\u200b\u200b & Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale<\/a><\/p>\n

COST:<\/p>\n

\u2022 $75 admission for Eat. Drink. Read. Reception & Concert<\/a> at 7:30 p.m. March 27<\/p>\n

\u2022 All other events are free<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: eventbrite.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Florida Fests<\/p>\n

The Fort Lauderdale Beer, Wine and Spirits Festival will return to Esplanade Park in downtown Fort Lauderdale on March 28. (Florida Fests\/Courtesy)
\nFort Lauderdale Beer Wine & Spirits Festival<\/p>\n

Enjoy unlimited samples of over 100 styles of beer, wine and spirits and hang out with sommeliers, master distillers and brewery representatives. You can also purchase dishes from food vendors, vibe to live music and play interactive games. There will be two sessions<\/a> in order to accommodate crowds. Attendees must be age 21 and older; no children, toddlers, infants, strollers or pets allowed, according to the website.<\/p>\n

WHEN: Saturday, March 28<\/p>\n

\u2022 Session One 1-4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Session Two 6-9:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

WHERE: Esplanade Park 400 SW 2nd St., Fort Lauderdale<\/a><\/p>\n

COST:<\/p>\n

\u2022 $57.57 for general admission in advance ($60 at the gate)<\/p>\n

\u2022 $18.39 for designated driver<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: floridafests.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Boca Street Fest<\/p>\n

This second annual family-friendly event will feature two stages of live entertainment, 100 local vendors\/makers, food stations and an open-air beer garden \u2014 all spread throughout Mizner Park<\/a>.<\/p>\n

WHEN: noon\u20134 p.m. Saturday, March 28<\/p>\n

WHERE: Mizner Park, 327 Plaza Real, Boca Raton<\/a><\/p>\n

COST: Free admission<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: myboca.us<\/a><\/p>\n

Fourth Annual Plein Air Festival<\/p>\n

Watch plein air artists paint live and then see the artworks exhibited at the Collectors\u2019 Celebration & Sale, which will be a live auction and reception (with free light bites and a cash bar). Leading up to the event, there will be a lecture from artist Ralph Papa<\/a> at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24.<\/p>\n

WHEN: 3-6 p.m. Saturday, March 28<\/p>\n

WHERE:<\/p>\n

\u2022 The Historic Butler House Museum of Black History, 380 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2022 The Deerfield Beach Historical Society Museum & Cultural Center, 84 SE Fourth Ave.<\/a><\/p>\n

COST: Free admission<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: deerfieldbeachhistoricalsociety.com<\/a><\/p>\n

All People\u2019s Day Diversity Festival<\/p>\n

Celebrating its 17th year, this event features a wide variety of live performances, family activities and free food tastings from restaurants and caterers. There will also be nonprofit interactive kiosks\/stations and booths offering artwork, clothing and jewelry for sale. A free workshop for children to make Craft Dough People will be from 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. (register by calling 561-495-9818).<\/p>\n

WHEN: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, March 28<\/p>\n

WHERE: Pompey Park, 1101 NW Second St. (at Northwest 10th Ave.), Delray Beach<\/a><\/p>\n

COST: Free<\/p>\n

INFORMATION: allpeoplesday.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Beach Pride & Parade<\/p>\n

This two-day LGBTQ+ festival<\/a> is produced by the Lake Worth Beach-based Compass Community Center. This year\u2019s theme \u2014 Act Out Loud \u2014 celebrates the magic of theater and the performing arts. There will be live entertainment, food trucks, a Youth Village and 140 vendor\/sponsor booths.<\/p>\n

WHEN: noon-6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29 (the parade is Sunday at 11 a.m.)<\/p>\n

WHERE: Bryant Park<\/a>, South Lakeside Drive and Fourth Avenue South in Lake Worth Beach; there\u2019s another entrance on the south end of South Golfview Drive.<\/p>\n

COST: tickets are $16.27 in advance (sale ends 11:59 p.m. March 27) or $20 at gate; free entry for guests age 18 and younger<\/p>\n

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