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If you are planning a large social or fundraising event in a county park, please contact our Special Events Section at 561-966-7043 for permitting assistance, or e-mail us at spevents@pbc.gov ​

​Upcoming Events in 2025:​
All external links- unless otherwise noted. Event dates and times are subject to change. Reservations required for select events. Please check the event websites directly for event details and updates.​

​food trucks
Tasty Tuesday at Sunset Cove​​
Food trucks and family fun!
Every Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton (loop in front of Sunset Cove Amphitheater)​

jojo's farmers market
JoJo's Farmers Market
Dedicated to incubating small businesses and promoting health and wellness.
March 30, April 27, May 25, June 22, July 27, August 24, September 28, October 19, November 23 & December 28, 9:00 a.m.
Carlin Park, Jupiter

mr swindle traveling peculiarium
The Great Mr. Swindle’s Traveling Peculiarium
Certainly be sure to attend early to relish in the perplexing potions, bitter brews, and mischievous medicines served in Dr. Elixir’s Drink-Ory Garden. Come one, come all and join us for the exceptional celebration impressive for a grown up audience.
Thursday-Sunday, February 27-March 23, times vary
Carlin Park, Jupiter

butterfly festival
Atala Butterfly Festival
Enjoy butterfly arts & crafts, native plant seed harvesting, native plant sale and tours of the River Center migratory​ bird and butterfly garden.
Saturday, March 1, 10:00 a.m.
Burt Reynolds Park, Jupiter (at the River Center)

rose ann reid foundation 5k
Rose Ann Reid Foundation 5K
Walk in support of building a new school in Manchester, Jamaica.
Sunday, March 2, 8:00 a.m.
John Prince Park, Lake Worth

walk 4 friendship
Walk 4 Friendship
1-mile family walk.
Sunday, March 2, 10:00 a.m.
Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton

artfest
ArtFest by the Sea
Community art festival with more than 250 artists displaying a wide range of works from life-size sculptures, to photography and jewelry.
Saturday & Sunday, March 8 & 9, 10:00 a.m.
Juno Beach, Juno Beach

food and craft fair
South Florida Food Fest & Craft Fair
Family-friendly food festival with crafts, live music and more!
Saturday & Sunday, March 8 & 9, 12:00 p.m. & 11:00 a.m.
Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton
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youth for christ
Youth for Christ Walk & Run 5K
Event will offer both a competitive timed 5K Run, a non-timed/non-competitive walk, and a 100 yard dash for kids.
Saturday, March 8, 8:00 a.m.
John Prince Park, Lake Worth

mary murray
Young Singers of the Palm Beaches Mary Murray Scholarship 5K
All ages and levels welcome. Medals awarded in age categories. Free t-shirt and race day medals to participants and of course...pancake breakfast after the race!
Saturday, March 8, 8:00 a.m.
Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach

shamrock run
49th Annual Shamrock Run
A fun-filled morning featuring a 10-miler, a 5K and the Li’l Leprechaun Dash!
Saturday, March 15, 7:30 a.m.
John Prince Park, Lake Worth

gopher tortoise gallop
2nd Annual Gopher Tortoise Gallop 5K Run/Walk
The 5K will run/walk through beautiful Okeeheelee Park, starting and finishing at Micanopy Pavilion, and new for this year, passing by Okeeheelee Nature Center.
Saturday, March 22, 7:30 a.m.
Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach
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Best Day Foundation
Enjoy activities like tandem surfing, body-boarding, beach obstacle course and fun beach games!
Saturday, March 22, 8:00 a.m.
R.G. Kreusler Park, Palm Beach

The 5K will take you on an out-and-back course, tracing the road along the beach and treating you to beautiful views of the ocean. Runners and walkers welcome. Virtual option available.
Saturday, March 29, 7:30 a.m.
Carlin Park, Jupiter

spartan
Palm Beaches Spartan Race
One of the flattest and fastest courses. Be on the lookout for back-to-back obstacle gauntlets and heavy carries.
Friday-Sunday, March 28-30, 6:00 a.m.
Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton

Contact Us

Special Events Section
 John Prince Park
2700 6th Ave., South
Lake Worth, FL 33461
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561-966-7043

Staff

Diva Koon
Recreation Programs Coordinator

Christina Gooding
Administration Technician III
561-966-7043

Katie Kollmeyer
Recreation Specialist II​I​

Patrick Heekin​
Recreation Specialist II

Karess Rogers​
Recreation Specialist III

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