Spring is heating up! Meet artists, celebrate Palm Beach Pride, and roam around mega yachts at the Palm Beach International Boat Show. There’s more than ever to see and do this March in The Palm Beaches.  

MLB Spring Training in The Palm Beaches

When: February 24 – March 24

See your favorite baseball players during Spring Training in The Palm Beaches! The Washington Nationals and Houston Astros take the field at The Cacti Park of The Palm Beaches, while the St. Louis Cardinals and Miami Marlins prepare for the 2024 season at the Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium in Jupiter.

Locations:

• Cacti Park of The Palm Beaches, 5444 Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33407.
• Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium, 4751 Main St, Jupiter, FL 33458.

The Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches, Palm Beach Gardens

When: February 29 – March 3, 2024

The Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches (formerly known as Honda Classic) has been bringing top PGA TOUR talent to The Palm Beaches since 2003, providing a week of entertainment and one of the finest fan experiences around. The tournament features a field of 144 players and a purse of $7 million, with net proceeds benefiting the locally based Children’s Healthcare Charity.

Make the best out of your Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches experience! From prime public seating options to a number of different public activations on-site, an enhanced variety of food and beverage options there is something for everyone as they enjoy the action inside the ropes and outside the ropes!

Learn more.

Location: 3300 PGA Boulevard, Suite 800, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410.

2024 Festival Of The Arts Boca, Boca Raton

When: March 1-10

Festival of the Arts BOCA is an extraordinary, multi-day cultural arts event bringing excitement and new experiences to The Palm Beaches. The event features several of the world’s most sought-after classical and contemporary performers, as well as award-winning authors and speakers, cirque performances, story slams, and film screenings.

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Location: 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432.

Que Bacano Dance Contest, West Palm Beach

When: March 1, 5:30 – 8:30 pm

Get ready to experience electrifying rhythms, sizzling moves, and passion. The top 3 participants will WIN BIG! Get more info here.

Location: City Hall Courtyard, 407 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, 33401 FL.

Torry Island BBQ Festival, Belle Glade

When: March 2

The 2024 Torry Island BBQ Festival will be held on March 2, 2024 at Torry Island, Florida and feature a KBCS BBQ Showdown! Some of the top rated KCBS teams in the US will be preparing chicken, ribs, pork, and brisket for judging. To add to the excitement, there will also be an Airboat Show with awards in each division, Cornhole and Volleyball Tournaments, area artists & crafters, BBQ and other delicious food vendors, family activities, Live Music, and so much more!

The admission fee is $10 (children under 10 are free) which includes parking. Proceeds for the event will benefit the Glades Historical Society, a non-profit organization based in Belle Glade, Florida which is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and culture of the Glades area.

Find out more here.

Location: Torry Island, Belle Glade, FL 33430.

A Conversation with Women on Art: Panel Discussion, West Palm Beach

When: March 2, 10-11 am

Drawn from the current exhibition She.Her.Hers at the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Jessica Ransom, Director of Artist Service, will engage in conversation with artists Sarah Huang and Lisa MacNamara about their work and its layers of connections to family, their unique perspective on art making, and the innovative use of materials and display with their work.

RSVP here.

Location: The Square, 700 South Rosemary Avenue West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Koto Hinamatsuri Concert at the Morikami, Delray Beach

When: March 3, 12 pm and 2:30 pm
Koto is a traditional Japanese stringed instrument first introduced to Japan from China in the 7th-8th centuries. Celebrate the holiday Hinamatsuri, called Doll’s Day or Girl’s Day, with a delightful concert with this exquisite instrument performed by koto teacher Mrs. Yoshiko Carlton and her Morikami students. 

Cost: $5 with paid museum admission.

Location: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach, FL 33446.

International Women’s Day Pop Ups, West Palm Beach

When: March 8, 4 pm – 8 pm

Celebrate International Women’s Day at The Square. Shop women owned pop up vendors like Selphf Skincare and Flowers from Judith. Visit the lawn for live music from Yvette Norwood-Tiger plus a pop up wine bar with Felice. 

Location: The Square, 700 South Rosemary Avenue West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

District Fit 2024, West Palm Beach

When: March 9, starting at 8 am

District Fit is West Palm’s most engaging fitness and wellness festival focused on mindful practices, physical fitness, and a health-conscious lifestyle at The Square and Hilton West Palm Beach. This full day of wellness programming features a lineup of free and donation-based classes led by elite instructors including yoga, cycling, dance, HIIT and meditative workshops. Net proceeds from the event will benefit a non-profit partner. Free and open to the public.

See the full schedule here.

Location: The Square, 700 South Rosemary Avenue West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Swank Table: Family-Style Dinners, Loxahatchee

When: March 10, 17, and 24

This March, enjoy three multi-course dinners at Swank Farm. Themes:

• March 10: Street Food, Food Cultures of Asia
• March 17: Red and White Road to Paris
• March 24: She Feasts, A Celebration of Women and Food

Click here to get tickets.

Location: Swank Farm, 14311 North Rd, Loxahatchee, FL 33470.

Lighthouse Artcenter’s 11^th Annual Plein Air Festival, Tequesta

When: March 3-9

The 11th Annual Plein Air Festival features a Paint Out Competition, artist demonstrations, a Collectors’ Party & Sale, a Battle of the Brushes competition, workshops, and fresh art for sale. Lighthouse ArtCenter’s (LAC) 11th Annual Plein Air Festival brings together thirty-two award-winning artists to compete for over $15,000 in cash and prizes through the practice of painting “en plein air” or “in the open air.”

The festival takes place March 3 – 9, 2024. It includes free events and artist demonstrations, workshops, and hundreds of freshly painted pieces available for purchase throughout the week at Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery at 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, FL 33469. A full schedule of events, demonstrations, and workshop details can be found at lighthousearts.org/pleinair.

Location: Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery, 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, FL 33469.

Delray Beach St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival, Delray Beach

When: March 16

Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! You’re invited to show off your green starting early, and continue with fun-filled excitement on Atlantic Avenue all day long. Proudly presented by the Delray Beach Firefighters and Paramedics Benevolent Fund, the Delray Beach St. Patrick’s Day Festival will be a day of shenanigans that you can’t miss.

Happenings:

• Parade: 12 pm – 2 pm: Atlantic Ave. from the Intracoastal bridge to NW 5th Ave
• Festival: 1 pm – 5 pm: Old School Square

Location: 51 N. Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444.

Inaugural Proper St Patrick’s Day at Mizner Park Amphitheater, Boca Raton

When: March 17, 2024.

Get ready to shamrock and roll at the most epic St. Patrick’s Day event in South Florida. Brought to you by The City of Boca Raton and the team behind Sunset Tequila Festival, this event is not just a celebration; it’s a Proper St Patrick’s Day extravaganza celebrating Irish heritage. Best of all, it’s open to all ages and FREE to attend. 

Entertainment will be non-stop, featuring Spred the Dub, the Adam David band, Y100’s DJ GQ, traditional Irish dancers kicking up their heels, the soul-stirring tunes of a bagpipe crew, a craft market, cornhole, and ax throwing. Kids can enjoy face painting, a bounce house, and an obstacle course.

Turn up the party with specialty craft cocktails from Jameson, pints of Guinness, and a full bar stocked with Irish whiskies, liquor, and brews available at multiple stations throughout the amphitheater. A “dry bar” will offer Guinness 0.0 and mocktails so guests can enjoy their favorite beverages without the alcohol. Various food trucks will be on hand, serving up delightful bites ranging from classic Irish fare like corned beef sandwiches and bangers & mash to pizza, burgers, tacos, ice cream, and more.

For an elevated experience, purchase a ticket for the Tasting Tent offering pours from over a dozen Irish whisky and spirits brands. Limited tickets are available at $75 per person (21+). 

Admission: 

• FREE for all ages with RSVP
• $75 Tasting Tent Experience 

Get tickets.

Location: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432.

Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary, West Palm Beach

When: March 21-24, 2024

Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary (PBM+C), presented by Art Miami returns for its 7th
edition Thursday, March 21st with an exclusive invitation-only VIP Preview benefiting the Ann
Norton Sculpture Gardens and runs through Sunday, March 24th at the Palm Beach County
Convention Center. As the most anticipated contemporary art fair of the winter season in South
Florida, PBM+C offers a curated selection of world-class, investment-quality art.

PBM+C 2024 is proud to present works from leading global galleries, providing an intimate look at the most
important works available for acquisition at the forefront of the international contemporary,
modern, classical modern, post-war and pop eras.

Fair Hours:

• March 21: VIP Preview 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• March 22-23: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• March 24: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tickets and Info: www.artpbfair.com

Location: Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Palm Beach International Boat Show, West Palm Beach

When: March 21-24

If you need a boat, want a boat, or just fantasize about boats, the Palm Beach International Boat Show is where you need to be.

An unprecedented number of vessels are on display. Be it Cigarette, Comanche or Super Cat; inflatable, cruiser or runabout; fishing, high performance, or yacht. They’re all here. You can also find nautical themed everything. Pick up special trinkets for your own boat or an accent piece for the family room. Don’t forget to see the clothing and sailing paraphernalia. Best of all, the balmy breezes and water views of downtown West Palm Beach make for the ultimate backdrop.

Location: 101 S Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Holi Hai Celebration at The Square, West Palm Beach

When: March 23

Hosted at The Square, join Rohi’s Readery for the third annual “Holi Hai, the Festival of Colors Celebration” in Downtown West Palm on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024. Celebrate the coming of Spring, the joy of friendship and new beginnings, triumph of good over evil, and equality for all with music, dance, food, goods, story time, classes and more for kids and adults. All ethnicities and nationalities are welcome to share in the power of human connection and community through inclusive experiences. Learn the history and meaning of this beautiful festival, and how it is celebrated in India and around the world.

Location: The Square, 700 South Rosemary Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Origami Family Day at Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach

When: March 23, from 9 am

Celebrating both Japanese culture and the current exhibit at Mounts (Origami in The Garden), Family Day activities will include:

• 9:00 am to 10:30 am – Book Signing and Butterfly Folding in the Pavilion behind the Mounts Gift Shop. Attendees will be encouraged by Origami experts LaFosse and Alexander to fold their own butterflies.
• 10:45 am to 11:45 am – Paper Airplane Folding and Flying on the Mounts Great Lawn, complete with a motorized plane launcher.
• Noon to 12:30 pm – Taiko Drums by Ronan Taiko, a Fort Lauderdale-based Japanese Drum Troupe.
• 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm – Michael LaFosse & Richard Alexander present Hand Papermaking & Origami Art: From Botany to Bronze in Mounts Exhibit Hall A. The only Origami artists who make custom papers for each piece, LaFosse & Alexander will share fascinating aspects about the artform and discuss their hands-on involvement with the current ORIGAMI IN THE GARDEN exhibit at Mounts Botanical Garden.
• 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm – Paper Folding Demonstrations in Mounts Exhibit Hall A. LaFosse and Alexander will show how to fold an Origami flapping bat. Class size is limited.

To register, please visit https://www.mounts.org/events/2023-3/mounts.org

Location: Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415.

Easter Party For Blind & Visually Impaired Children, West Palm Beach

When: March 23,11 am – 1 pm

Organized by the Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, this year’s Easter event will be held outside with beeping Easter eggs for the egg hunt, goodies and crafts for the children, and more! A light lunch will be served.

This event is specifically for children who are blind or visually impaired, or a sibling of a blind or visually-impaired child.

To RSVP, call: Florida Outreach Center for the Blind: 561-642-0005 or email Carolyn Lapp: info_focb@bellsouth.net

The Florida Outreach Center for the Blind (FOCB) has FREE classes, training, events, support groups, and monthly workshops for the blind and visually impaired. Classes are in English, French, Spanish and Creole. For more information on our center.

Location: Lakeside Presbyterian Church, 4601 South Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33405. 

Palm Beach Pride, Lake Worth Beach

When: March 23-24.

Palm Beach Pride is a two-day festival that celebrates the LGBTQ community, equality, and respect in a family-friendly environment. The festival runs from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm and is located in Bryant Park in Downtown Lake Worth Beach. For more than two decades, Palm Beach Pride has served as Palm Beach County’s largest gay & lesbian visibility event. Palm Beach Pride also includes the Pride Parade, a large Youth village, and elements for senior members of the community.

Location: 201 North Dixie Highway, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33460.

Wellington Bacon & Bourbon Fest, Wellington

When: March 23-24.

Returning for its 10^th annual celebration, the Wellington Bacon & Bourbon Fest invites you to immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience at the Village of Wellington Town Center Promenade. Mark your calendars for the dates of March 23rd and March 24th, 2024, as this free event takes you on a mouthwatering exploration, offering a selection of over 30+ bourbons to tempt your taste buds. And let’s not forget the star of the show & the universally adored BACON!

Location: Wellington Towne Center Promenade, 12150 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33414

Basics of Sushi (Workshop) at the Morikami, Delray Beach

When: March 24, 10 am – 12 pm

Sushi has entered the American palate as a cultural influence from Japan. But do you know what sushi is? Few know that sushi is not actually raw fish, but rice made with a bit of vinegar and sugar. Served with a variety of accompaniments, cooked or raw fish and vegetables, it can take many forms. In this hands-on workshop, led by sushi chef Mitsutoshi Sekita, participants will make their own raw creations while learning about the history and cultural relevance of sushi.

Cost: $115. Register here.

Location: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road • Delray Beach, FL 33446.

Sharing The T at The Ben, West Palm Beach

When: March 25, 3 pm – 5 pm

On Monday, March 25th, The Ben Hotel is debuting their ‘Sharing the T’ event. Guests are encouraged to attend, network and have fun with friends while sipping on delicious teas found only at The Ben!

Daphne Nikolopoulos, Editor in Chief of Palm Beach Illustrated Magazine, will take you through Palm Beach seasons.

Included in tickets:

• A glass of champagne upon arrival
• Curated tea sandwiches
• Delectable miniature desserts
• Custom tea exclusively offered at The Ben
• Complimentary valet parking

Come dressed to impress; your best tea hat is encouraged! Winner of best hat will be announced at event.

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Location: The Ben, Autograph Collection251 North Narcissus Avenue West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

She.Her.Hers Exhibition at The Cultural Council of Palm Beach County, Lake Worth Beach

When: Now- April 6

While women artists are beginning to achieve recognition for their work, they remain under-represented in galleries and museums. The She.Her.Hers exhibition focuses exclusively on the work of women artists and their responses to perceived requirements of domesticity, the many waves of feminism, and their own lived experiences.

Guest Curator: Véronique Chagnon-Burke, Co-Founder of Women Art Dealers Digital Archives.

Location: Cultural Council of palm Beach County, The Robert M. Montgomery, Jr. Building, 601 Lake Avenue, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33460.