1- Miami Art Week (December):
This renowned art event features the world famous Art Basel Miami Beach and numerous satellite fairs, bringing together artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts from around the world.
2- Gasparilla Pirate Festival (January/February):
Held in Tampa, this unique pirate-themed festival includes a parade, street parties, and a pirate invasion of the city's waterfront.
3-Daytona 500 (February):
NASCAR's most prestigious race takes place at the Daytona International Speedway, attracting racing fans from across the country.
4- Florida Strawberry Festival (February/March):
Located in Plant City, this festival celebrates Florida's strawberry harvest with live entertainment, carnival rides, and delicious strawberry treats.
5- Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival (March-July):
At Disney World's Epcot, this event features stunning floral displays, topiaries, garden tours, and outdoor kitchens offering international cuisine.
6- Miami Music Week (March):
A week-long electronic dance music (EDM) festival that culminates with the grand over the top Ultra Music Festival, bringing world-famous DJs to Miami.
7- Florida Film Festival (April):
Held in Orlando, this festival showcases independent and international films, attracting filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts.
8- SunFest (May):
Florida's largest waterfront music and art festival takes place in West Palm Beach, featuring live music, art exhibits, and a diverse range of food vendors.
9- Key West Fantasy Fest (October):
A lively and eccentric event with costume parties, parades, and street fairs, celebrating creativity and self-expression.
10- Fiesta of Five Flags (June):
Located in Pensacola, this festival commemorates the city's history under five different flags, with a parade, entertainment, and a treasure hunt.
11- Calle Ocho Festival:
This annual festival is one of the largest Hispanic festivals in the United States. It is held in Miami on the last Sunday in March each year. The festival features live music, food, drinks, and dancing.
12- Art Basel Miami Beach (December):
This is the American leg of the renowned international art fair, featuring contemporary art from around the world.
13- Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (October/November):
One of the world's largest boat shows, this event showcases a wide variety of boats and marine products.
14- Florida State Fair (February):
Held in Tampa, this fair features carnival rides, live entertainment, agricultural exhibits, and a wide array of fair food.
15- South Beach Food and Wine Festival (February):
This annual festival is held in Miami Beach on the last weekend in February each year. The festival features a variety of food and wine tastings, as well as cooking demonstrations and many celebrity chef appearances.
These events represent just a fraction of the many exciting happenings in Florida throughout the year, catering to a diverse range of interests and tastes. Be sure to check specific dates and details for each event as they may vary from year to year. Living in Florida is definitely not boring with lots of things to do all year round. We can help you make that relocation dream a reality or if you choose to have a second residence here we can make the process smooth and help you find a home that suits your lifestyle and when you SEE IT and you LIKE IT you can OWN IT.
