Events Roundup: What to Do This May in The Palm Beaches

Looking for things to do in Palm Beach County this May? From outdoor festivals and waterfront concerts to family-friendly events and cultural experiences, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy spring in South Florida. From Boca Raton to West Palm Beach, explore our top picks for things to do this month, May 2026. And for even more happenings, browse our full events calendar. Check out our Mothers day Ideas here!

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Hotel AKA West Palm 3rd Annual Block Party

Date: May 14
Hours: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Hotel AKA West Palm, 695 South Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401

Hotel AKA West Palm Annual Block Party – Sip, Savor, Celebrate On Olive Ave Sip, savor and celebrate on Olive Ave! Join us for the most exclusive block party bash of the year! Annual Block PartySip • Savor • Celebrate on Olive Ave -” May 14  4:30–6:30 PM  Open to All…

SIGNATURE EVENT Hotel AKA West Palm 3rd Annual Block Party

Sunshine Cinema: Florida in Film

Date: May 30
Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, 300 N Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401

Step into the spotlight with Sunshine Cinema: Florida in Film, a new, immersive exhibition exploring the state’s rich cinematic history. From Jacksonville’s silent film era to Palm Beach County’s starring roles in Bad Boys II, Donnie Brasco, Marley & Me, and Empire of the Ants, Florida has long shaped and…

SIGNATURE EVENT Sunshine Cinema: Florida in Film

Blues Night with Damon Fowler

Date: May 1
Location: Arts Garage, 94 NE 2nd Ave , Delray Beach, FL, 33444

Damon Fowler is a masterful singer, guitar player, and songwriter. His music is steeped with soul and representative of the many styles that make up the roots of American music. He gained the respect of his peers given his featured slot in Allman Brothers alumni Butch Trucks’ Freight Train Band and as guitarist in the Dickey Betts Band.

FEATURED Blues Night with Damon Fowler

The Notebook

Date: May 1 – 3
Location: Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401

Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. “Full of butterfly-inducing highs and beautiful songs” (Entertainment Weekly), THE NOTEBOOK is a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love. Chris Jones of The Chicago Tribune says THE NOTEBOOK is “absolutely gorgeous, not to be missed,” and The New York Daily News calls it “a love story for the ages.”

FEATURED The Notebook

Titanic: An Immersive Voyage

Date: May 1 – 31
Location: South Florida PBS, 3401 S Congress Ave, Boynton Beach, FL, 33426

Step inside history with Titanic: An Immersive Voyage, where cutting-edge visuals, artifacts, and storytelling bring the world’s most famous ship to life. Journey from its grand departure to its fateful final moments in a powerful, deeply moving experience that puts you right on board.

FEATURED Titanic: An Immersive Voyage

Tots on Trails

Date: May 1 – 15
Location: River Center, North Jupiter Flatwoods Natural Area , Jupiter, FL, 33458

Let little explorers roam free at Tots on Trails, a hands-on outdoor adventure where kids can discover nature, spot wildlife, and learn through play in some of Palm Beach County’s most beautiful natural areas.

FEATURED Tots on Trails

SoSo Sunset Market

Date: May 9
Location: SoSo Design District, 5710 S Dixie Hwy , West Palm Beach, FL, 33405

Join us at our SoSo Sunset Market for a family-friendly evening to support local artists, makers and entrepreneurs! Come celebrate a beautiful evening of shopping, music, and community at our End-of-Season Sunset Market! Just in time for Mother’s Day, discover the perfect gift from our 20+ talented local makers and artists while enjoying complimentary cocktails, live music, and delicious bites. Presented by the SoSo Design District and hosted by Chelsea Lane and Palm Beach Regency, the SoSo Sunset Market is the perfect place to shop local, celebrate creativity, and soak up a gorgeous evening together as we close out the Season!

FEATURED SoSo Sunset Market

Greenacres Centennial Birthday Bash

Date: May 24
Location: Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park, 2905 Jog Rd , Greenacres, FL, 33467

Celebrate a milestone as the City of Greenacres marks its 100th Anniversary with a community birthday celebration for all ages! Join us for a fun-filled day featuring live music by the band Remix, local vendors, inflatable attractions, and classic favorites like hamburgers, hot dogs, and birthday cake. This special centennial event will take place on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Free hot dogs, burgers, ice cream and inflatables! Come celebrate 100 years of community, history, and togetherness in Greenacres!

FEATURED  Greenacres Centennial Birthday Bash

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