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

Looking for things to do in Palm Beach County this July? From outdoor festivals and waterfront concerts to family-friendly events, 4th of July celebrations, and cultural experiences, there’s no shortage of ways to kick off summer in South Florida. Whether you’re planning a special outing for 4th of July and America’s 250th exploring everything from Boca Raton to West Palm Beach, discover our top picks for things to do this month, July 2026.

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Kids Free Summer at Palm Beach Zoo

Date: July 1 – 31
Location: Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society, West Palm Beach , FL

Summer in South Florida is heating up, but there's no better place to cool off and make lasting memories than Palm Beach Zoo. Even better? Kids are FREE all summer long! From June 1 through July 31, 2026, up to four children ages 3–12 receive complimentary admission with every full-priced adult ticket. Children ages 2 and under are always free. Purchase your tickets online or at the gate and get ready for a wild summer adventure!

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Family Fun Day: Tanabata

Date: July 1 – 7
Location: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, FL

Celebrate Tanabata, the Japanese Star Festival, July 1–7 during this Family Fun Day at the museum. Write your wish on a colorful tanzaku paper and hang it on the Tanabata bamboo while enjoying culturally inspired activities for all ages. This special activity is free with paid museum admission and will be available throughout the week in the lobby during regular museum hours.

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Celebrate America’s 250th at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium

Date: July 3 – 4
Location: Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium, Jupiter, FL

Celebrate America’s 250th with two nights of Minor League Baseball, live entertainment and postgame fireworks at the Mega Bash on July 3–4. Bring the family and enjoy an evening of patriotic fun, great music and America’s favorite pastime. Tickets are available on their website.

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Art After Dark: USA 250

Date: July 3
Location: Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, FL

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary at the Norton Museum of Art’s Art After Dark: USA 250 on July 3. This special evening features live music by The Vocalitas, a bilingual vocal trio blending swing-era classics with modern hits, plus engaging talks, docent-led tours, hands-on art activities, and more. Enjoy a festive night of art, culture, and creativity as the museum honors the history and spirit of the United States.

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One Epic 4th on Flagler (Celebrating America's 250th)

Date: July 4
Hours: 5:00 PM – 10:00 AM
Location: Waterfront Commons, West Palm Beach, FL

Save the date for a once-in-a-generation celebration—250 years of American Independence—at South Florida’s largest FREE outdoor Independence Day event! Join us on the West Palm Beach Waterfront for an unforgettable evening featuring live entertainment across three stages, a patriotic flag unfurling ceremony, a kids’ interactive zone, and a wide variety…

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Glazer Hall Summer Jazz Series

Date: July 8
Location: Glazer Hall , Palm Beach, FL

Enjoy an unforgettable evening of jazz as award-winning vocalist Yvette Norwood-Tiger takes the stage at Glazer Hall on July 8 with Billie, Ella, Nina, & I. Kicking off the new Glazer Hall Summer Jazz Series, this special performance celebrates the timeless music of jazz legends Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and Nina Simone through Yvette’s acclaimed storytelling and vocal style.

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PALM BEACH SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL

Date: July 10, July 11, July 12, July 16, July 17, July 18, July 19
Hours: 6:45 PM
Location: Seabreeze Amphitheater & Commons Park Amphitheater, Jupiter, FL

Palm Beach County’s longest-running, summertime cultural tradition returns when The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival present the production of “Falstaff”. On July 9 – 12 and 16 – 19, 2026 at the Seabreeze Amphitheater in Carlin Park, located at750 South, Florida A1A, Jupiter, FL. Enjoy preshow entertainment from 6:45 PM –…

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Jupiter Lighthouse 166th Birthday Bash 

Date: July 10
Location: Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum , Jupiter, FL

Join the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse on July 10 as it celebrates 166 years of history, heritage and guiding the way. The birthday bash runs from 4–8 p.m. and features live music, food trucks, drinks, lawn games, birthday cake and special evening lighthouse climbs. Advance tickets are available, with walk-up admission offered on the day of the event.

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