South Florida has evolved as more families follow corporate jobs here. But “snowbirds,” what locals call seasonal residents, are still migrating too, and you’ll see more out-of-state license plates this time of year.
It’s called “season,” now through at least mid-April. And the upside is more things to do for kids to adults from free activities to ticketed events.
All the cities, towns and villages in Palm Beach County offer freebies at their public beaches, parks, amphitheaters, nature centers and libraries. And tickets are on sale for sports, talks by authorities, regional theaters, comedy, concerts and live music venues.
If you’re moving or looking into buying in a gated community, your Lang Realty agent will let you know the clubhouse will be busy with planned activities.
Here’s some highlights of ticketed events:
- In sports, the countdown has begun for ESPN Events’ 11th annual college football matchup, the Boca Bowl, kickoff 5:30 p.m. Dec. 18 held in FAU Stadium.
- In art, Boca Raton Museum of Art’s “Splendor & Passion,” masterpieces by Spain’s renowned painters such as El Greco, Diego Velázquez and Bartolomé Esteban Murillo are on view through March 30.
- In dance, Boca Ballet Theatre brings in guest artists from New York City Ballet to lead their company’s annual “The Nutcracker,” Nov. 29, 30 and Dec. 1, with “The Gingerbread Ball” meet-and-greet with the cast for children.
- In equestrian events, it’s polo season in Wellington, with special events to watch the matches. National Polo Center
- In the talk, Bill Boggs is interviewing Tony Award-winning comedy writer Alan Zweibel at the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County in West Palm Beach on Jan. 6. Culture & Cocktails: Laugh Lines
- In entertainment, the 19th Festival of the Arts Boca announced the lineup for performances and talks by famous people Feb. 28 through March 9 including the film “Back to the Future” with live orchestra.
