Best Spring Festivals Near South Florida
Spring not only brings perfect weather but tons of spring festivals in the South Florida area. Whether looking for music, films or something family friendly these top 5 spring festivals are sure to have fun for everyone. From Fort Lauderdale all the way down to Key West, South Florida is brimming with fun festivals during the month of May. Most require purchasing tickets in advance so be sure to buy today so you don't miss the fun!
Best Of The Best Music Fest
Bayfront Park
301 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132
(305) 438-9488
www.bestofthebestconcert.com
This festival is considered one of the country's largest multicultural music, arts and culinary festivals' and is celebrating it's 10th anniversary this weekend. The festival will start at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 29. It will feature all Caribbean music from Raggae to Soca. Ticket prices range from $49 to $399 but kids under 12 are free with a paying adult. In addition to their website listed above, be sure to check out their Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube pages for more information on the festival and bands.
Beneath The Waves Film Festival
Biscayne National Park Dante Fascell Visitor Center
9700 S.W. 328th St.
Homestead, FL 33033
(305) 230-1144
www.beneaththewaves.org
A perfect fit to South Florida is going to a film festival focused on the world's aquatic ecosystem. The festival takes place on Saturday, May 28 and runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each film focuses on issues our world's oceans are facing today complete with scientists sharing their findings and opinions. It is hosted by the Beneath the Waves Organization. For more information on the festival and this great organization follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Key Largo's Original Music Festival
Various Venues
Key Largo, FL 33037
(305) 394-3736
www.keylargooriginalmusicfest.com
This fun festival runs from May 12 through May 15 and is hosted at a variety of venues throughout Key Largo. Click here for the full schedule, which includes performers from all around the country and a huge mix of music genres. Be sure to check out the festival finale at Sundowners Restaurant on Sunday, May 15 from 2 to 9 p.m. which also includes a crawfish boil and pig roast. Don't forget to follow the festival on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates.
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Spring Fling Beer Festival
Esplanade Park
400 S.W. 2nd St.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
(305) 375-0179
www.eventbrite.com
The Spring Fling Beer Festival will run from 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 14. It includes a huge list of craft beers, music from DJ's and bands, games and more. Ticket prices range from around $75 to $118 depending on whether or not you purchase VIP. This is the first hosting of this event and will be run by the Miami based company, Vitamin C Communications. Check out their Facebook, Twitter and Instagram profiles for more information on the organization as well as this event.
Spring Steelband Fest
3500 NW 15th St - 3500 Northwest 15th Street
Lauderhill, FL 33311
(954) 410-3530
www.eventbrite.com
The Spring Steelband Fest will be hosted from 5 p.m to 11 p.m. on Sunday, May 22. This unique festival provides an opportunity to experience the exotic sounds of Pantastik Steelband, Resurrection Steel and the Lauderhill Steel Ensemble. Enjoy delicious Caribbean food as you browse the handmade crafts and goods for purchase. Cost of admission is $16.82, and you can purchase tickets here. Also be sure to check out their Facebook page for additional information about the event.
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Suzy Fielders is a working mom of a spirited 9 year old daughter. She has an MA in Communication Studies and BA in Psychology and Communications. She works in marketing/public relations, is a freelance writer and is very involved in the Winston-Salem community and arts & films scene.
