WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. \u2014 Florida-grown mangoes \u2014 from sweet and creamy to citrusy and tropical \u2014 will take center stage Saturday, June 27, at the Florida Mango Festival inside the Palm Beach County Convention Center.<\/p>\n
Organizers said the event will feature more than 75 vendors serving up local mango varieties, grafted trees, tropical fruits, and mango-themed products. Alex Salazar of Tropical Acres Farms told WPTV\u2019s T.A. Walker that the indoor, air-conditioned venue offers an ideal setting for \u201cpeople to taste, learn, and discover the magic of Florida-grown mangoes without worrying about the summer heat.\u201d<\/p>\n
Rare mango flavors on display<\/p>\n
Festival co-organizer Vince Rogers previewed some of the state\u2019s most unique varieties, including Fruit Cocktail, a sweet, multi-layered flavor; Orange Sherbet, offering creamy citrus notes; and Pineapple Pleasure, with tropical pineapple undertones. He said Florida hosts more than 350 mango varieties \u2014 far beyond what\u2019s typically available in grocery stores.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur backyard-grown Tommy Atkins are just much, much more superior to anything you\u2019re going to find at a store,\u201d Rogers said.<\/p>\n
Learn from Florida\u2019s top experts<\/p>\n
Throughout the day, visitors can attend educational talks on home mango growing and grafting techniques. Salazar will lead demonstrations, offering tips to ensure success for both beginners and seasoned growers.<\/p>\n
Additional features include an \u201cID Your Mango\u201d booth, a scion exchange for online mango community members, and a master display of Florida\u2019s diverse mango cultivars.<\/p>\n
Why this matters now<\/p>\n
Mango season in Florida offers a brief but vibrant window for growers and enthusiasts. Organizers say the festival celebrates an agricultural tradition stretching back to the 19th century while spotlighting small farms, backyard growers, and the state\u2019s unique role in preserving mango diversity.<\/p>\n
Event details<\/p>\n
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (First pick ticket holders can enter at 9 a.m.)
Location: Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach
Parking: Garage parking included with ticket (limited availability). Carpooling encouraged. Paid public parking nearby north of Okeechobee Blvd.<\/p>\n