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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 ​

NOTICE: New Special Event Request Update - Effective immediately, and until further notice, all new special event requests must be submitted at least 6 months before the event date. This temporary change allows us to better plan and support your event.


​Upcoming Events in 2025:​
All external links- unless otherwise noted. Event dates and times are subject to change. Registration 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)​
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​glorious music outreach
Glorious Music Outreach
Join us for an unforgettable time of worship, music, and healing through music!
Friday & Saturday, July 11 & 12, 5:00 p.m.
Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach

wing bash
South Florida Wing Bash
All you can eat & drink, plus vendor competition.
Saturday, July 12, 7:00 p.m.
Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton

recycle 5k
Save Our Planet - Recycle 5K
We will recycle our medals and event shirts, from past events, for this event. This provides each participants to receive some of the largest and coolest medals dating from 2023 and 2025.
Saturday, July 12, 7:30 a.m.
John Prince Park, Lake Worth​

run sweat beers
15th Annual Levis JCC Run, Sweat & Beers 5K
Join our party and run in the setting summer sun. Beer (for those 21+) from Barrel of Monks Brewery at our post-race party.
Thursday, July 17, 7:00 p.m.
Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton

zero hiv stigma walk and stroll
Zero HIV Stigma Walk & Stroll
Zero HIV Stigma Day represents a movement to help raise awareness about HIV stigma and learn about ways to help stop it.
Saturday, July 19, 7:00 a.m.
Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach​

popsicle 5k
Popsicle 5K
We will have unlimited ice pops available before, during, and after the run/walk.
Saturday, July 19, 7:30 a.m.
John Prince Park, Lake Worth​

Palm Beach Jamaica Independence Festival
Palm Beach Jamaica Independence Festival
Experience live performances, authentic island cuisine, games, kids zone, VIP experiences, and the unforgettable Celebrity Jerk Chicken Cook-Off!​
Saturday, August 2, 12:00 p.m.
John Prince Park, Lake Worth

Swim 3/8 mile, bike 13 miles, run 3.1 miles.
Saturday, August 23, 7:00 a.m.
Carlin Park, Jupiter

outrun hunger 5k
Outrun Hunger 5K
Create a team with your family, friends, and coworkers to raise awareness and funds to provide meals for families facing hunger.
Saturday, September 20, 7:30 a.m.
Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach

devil dog 5k 10k
Devil Dog 5K/10K
Competitive, family-friendly event intended to bring together friends, family and local businesses to raise the awareness to the needs of injured men and women who dedicated their lives to protect our country.
Sunday, September 28, 7:30 a.m.
Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton

561 Iguana Man 5k 10k
561 Iguana Man 5K/10K
Get creative, put on your best Iguana costume, and let’s show South Florida how “Florida Man” or “Florida Woman” we can be!
Sunday, September 28, 7:30 a.m.
Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach

Heroes for Education 5k
Heroes for Education 5K
Includes a kids 1-mile fun run, 5K, school mascot race and kids 100-yard dash.
Sunday, October 5, 7:00 a.m.
John Prince Park, Lake Worth

Contact Us

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

Staff

Diva Koon
Recreation Programs Coordinator

Barbara Bernard
Administration Technician III
561-966-7043

​Karess Rogers​
Recreation Specialist III

Myar Taha​
Communication Specialist

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