Looking for fun things to do this weekend Feb. 9-11? Top 5 events in Palm Beach County
It's officially winter in South Florida and though you won't be building snowmen or hitting the slopes, you will be able to enjoy outdoor activities without having to layer up or even wear a jacket most of the time. This is the time to venture outside enjoy festivals, greenmarkets and the area's incredible entertainment. This weekend bring your child or find your inner child at the World's Largest Bounce House in Lake Worth Beach, kick back along the West Palm Beach waterfront during Screen on the Green or maybe enjoy a pint or two at the Wellington Classic Brew Fest.
In addition to the top five events listed there's always something great happening at places like The Norton Museum of Art or the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. On top of that you could always just enjoy a great meal with an equally great view at one of Palm Beach County's waterfront restaurants from Jupiter to Boca Raton. Plus, we've curated a list of the best things to do all year in the county, and here it is: your bucket list of 55 fun must-try things to do in Palm Beach County.
1. World's Largest Bounce House at John Prince Park
You read that correctly: "World's Largest Bounce House." Presented by The Big Bounce America, this touring event features eight inflatable attractions including the 24,000-square-foot bounce house, the seafoam party inflatable "Octoblast," a 900-foot-long obstacle course called "The Giant" and more. Get out and get your "wow" factor pushed past 10!
The event is Saturday, Feb. 10, Sunday, Feb. 11 and Feb. 16, 17, 18. 2700 Sixth Ave., Lake Worth Beach. See website for exact times and prices. Information: thebigbounceamerica.com
2. Screen on the Green featuring 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie'
Featuring the voices of Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Pratt, Jack Black and more, this animated movie sees Mario and brother Luigi travel through an underground labyrinth to save the princess. Whether you grew up playing the game or not, this is good family fun, outside, along the beautiful West Palm Beach waterfront.
The event is 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9. 100 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach. Free. Information: wpb.org
3. 5th Jazz and Gospel in the Gardens Concert Series
Jazz singer Bianca Rossario will perform at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens near downtown West Palm Beach. Enjoy an amazing afternoon of great music set among the monumental works in the garden.
The event is 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11. 253 Barcelona Road, West Palm Beach. Adults $30, children $12, seniors and ANSG members $25. Information: ansg.org
4. Wellington Classic Brew Fest
Enjoy unlimited sampling of over 100 of the finest craft brews and hard ciders from Florida and beyond. Some of these will include Hop Life Brewing Company, Clown Shoes, Mathews Brewing Co., Roadhouse Brewing Co., Stormhouse Brewing and many more. This 21-and-over event will also feature an assortment of food trucks, music, beer-centric games and more.
The event is 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10. 12150 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. VIP pass advance purchase $90, day of event $95; general admission advance $60, day of event $65; non-drinker $15. Information: wellingtonclassicbrewfest.com
5. Morning Beach Yoga at The Seagate
Turn off the television, your computer and, yes, absolutely your phone and just be. Get a dose of vitamin sea as you greet the sun and stretch and strengthen during this 60-minute Vinyasa yoga flow class taught by Cocoyogi's Corey Heyman. Class features creative postures, meditation and breathwork. Bring mat, towel and water bottle.
The class is 8 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10. 401 South Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach. $20. Information: seagatedelray.com
Black History Month Bonus: Black Art Matters featuring Von Archer
Presented by the WPB DDA, in celebration of African American Culture during Black History Month, this South Florida-based hip hop artist will be bringing his culturally-diverse style to CityZen Garden in downtown West Palm Beach.
The performance is 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15. CityZen Garden, 400 Datura St., West Palm Beach. Free. Information: downtownwpb.com
Black History Month Bonus: "The Beauty of Blackness" screening at the Kravis Center
This documentary film chronicles Fashion Fair, the first cosmetics brand created exclusively for Black women created in 1973 by Eunice Johnson, the co-founder of Ebony and Jet Magazines. The film examines Fashion Fair’s rapid rise to icon status and how the brand surpassed cultural obstacles to overcome beauty standards that previously excluded people of color.
The event is 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15. 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. $25. Information: kravis.org/events
Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at eritz@pbpost.com. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today.
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