Found 856 blog entries tagged as Family Fun.

Located on Singer Island, guests can enjoy almost two miles of pristine beach, swimming, snorkeling, and fishing in the clear blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park stands out as an “island in time” by preserving the natural heritage of subtropical coastal habitat that once covered Southeast Florida. This hidden gem includes a welcome center, a gift shop, kayak rentals, a children’s playground, nature trails, and picnicking facilities.

It is the only state park in Palm Beach County, and an environmental treasure which has been preserved for present and future generations to come. You might want to take advantage of the many special events offered in the Park throughout the year: children’s programs, guided…

1192 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Southeast Florida is a great place to live especially if you enjoy the outdoors. Everyone knows about our miles and miles of beaches and palm trees, but some people are unaware that our area also has some beautiful state parks. Here are two of our favorite local state parks.

Jonathan Dickinson

Jonathan Dickinson State Park in Hobe Sound offers miles of coastal sandhills, upland lakes, and scrub forests, as well as the pristine Loxahatchee River, make this park a unique spot to explore by foot or water. Historical interests include a secret WWII training camp, story of the shipwrecked Quaker merchant who is the park’s namesake, and Trapper Nelson, the legendary Wild Man of the Loxahatchee.

John D. MacArthur

John D. MacArthur Beach State…

1454 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

We are down to the wire; Halloween is this weekend.  If you do not have plans yet both Palm Beach County and Martin County have some options that might interest you and your goblins.

Palm Beach County:

Franken Fountain Light Show: Thursday, October 28th at the Centennial Foundation on Clematis Street.

Pumpkinpalooza: Thursday, October 28th through Sunday, October 31st at The Palm Beach Zoo. Tickets are required. 

Spookyville in Yesteryear Village: Friday’s, Saturday’s, and Sunday’s in October at the South Florida Fair Grounds. Tickets are required.

Martin County:

Trick-or-Treat Stroll: Sunday, October 31st from 2 pm to 5 pm at The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast. Tickets are required.

Halloween Hustle 5K Trail Race:…

1402 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Do you and your kids or grandkids love animals and Halloween?  Then join the Palm Beach Zoo for “Pumpkinpalooza”! Palm Beach County area residents have always supported the zoo.  Halloween weekend, October 28-31, 2021, the zoo will be emphasizing the TREAT in trick-or-treat as your favorite animals will be treated to pumpkin enrichments throughout the day for all to see. No special tickets are required for purchase. This spirited celebration is included in general admission. Feel free to wear your costume!

Please note that the Palm Beach Zoo will not be giving out candy or hosting a costume contest. The zoo is also asking that you choose your Halloween candy from the list of brands that use sustainable palm oil practices. Speaking of sweet treats,…

1570 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

An amazing indoor playspace for kids is We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym in Tequesta. This super clean and friendly children’s gym is full of fun things for little ones. With suspended swings, a huge trampoline, climbing walls, and even a zip line, it’s no wonder this gym has earned such a big following since its recent opening.

Two kid-loving families opened the gym. They have a background in child education and development and offer local kids the best tools and fun for their growing needs. It is a perfect spot for the accompanying adults. There are plenty of tables and chairs to sit at while the kids play, or adults are welcomed to join in the fun as well and act as a guide for their children. 

We Rock the Spectrum is the only kid’s gym in the…

1332 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Sign up and take your family to the Halloween Spooktacular Bash and Pumpkin Patch is set for October 23, 2021, between 3:00pm – 5:00pm.  The bash will take place at the Alton Town Center, 5320 Donald Ross Road in Palm Beach Gardens.

The Spooktacular Bash and Pumpkin Patch will include:

 - Prizes for Best Halloween costumes
  - Pumpkin decorating
-  Selfies with creepy and fun  gooblins
-  Ghostly goodies
-  Halloween eats and treats
-  Spooky sounds
-  Family Photo's in the Pumpkin Patch
- Face Painters
- Halloween Games
- And much more!

The Halloween bash will be collecting non-perishable Thanksgiving Food items to benefit Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches. Please bring non-perishables for donation.

Registration is requested.  Please register…

1387 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

The Town of Jupiter is hosting a “Trick-or-Treat Bash” on Friday, October 22, 2021, between 5:30pm – 7:30pm.  The festivities will take place at the Jupiter Community Center located at 200 Military Trail in Jupiter. Assemble your “boo crew” and come out for a monstrous good time at Town of Jupiter’s Trick-or-Treat Bash. Enjoy trick-or-treating, games, music, character visits from Spiderman and an actual fairy tale princess.  The event is free and there will be pumpkin decorating.

Don’t forget to bring your own bag or bucket to collect candy and other Halloween treats! Food trucks will be onsite and available for purchase. For more information, please View the Facebook event page.

Halloween Event Features:

-        Trick-or-Treating

…

1456 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Join the Loxahatchee River Center of Jupiter every Saturday at 2:00 P.M. for a free public tour of the aquariums. Not only do you and the kids get to learn all about local Southeast Florida wildlife, but you’ll have the opportunity to see the fish in action during feeding time! River Center staff provide information on each of the exhibits.  Guests have the chance to observe the fish during feeding time.  It is an exciting opportunity!

The mission of the River Center is to foster a sense of environmental stewardship for the Loxahatchee River’s diverse watershed with quality education programs, exhibits and meaningful events. The River Center features live aquatic tanks, interactive exhibits, and a touch tank that represent the Loxahatchee River…

2220 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Lion Country Safari located in western Palm Beach County is Florida’s only drive through safari.  The safari is located on nearly 600 acres of land and home to roughly 900 animals. The Lion Country Safari is located at 2003 Lion Country Safari Road in Loxahatchee.

The species that live at Lion Country Safari come from all around the world. The safari is divided into seven different habitats.  You will see some of the largest herds of zebras, giraffes, and rhinos on record in the United States.

The safari was founded in 1967 and claims to be the first cage-less zoo in the United States. The safari has won numerous awards and recognitions including the 3rd Best Safari in 2009, One of the Top Ten Drive Through Safari’s, Best Outdoor Activity in…

2029 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

If you are a runner in North Palm Beach who loves Halloween, this is the event for you!  The North Palm Beach Country Club is hosting a “Links 5K Ghost Run”.  Join other runners for the 2nd Annual “Links 5K Ghost Run” on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at 7:30 a.m.

The 3.1-mile route affords a rare opportunity to explore the Country Club’s newly renovated Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course.  The new golf course, with its shaded paths, soft grass and views of the Intracoastal Waterway will keep you busy enjoying the vistas.  

Wear your best Halloween running outfit and take part in the costume contest with prizes.  All 5K finishers will be given an exclusive collector’s medal as well as breakfast courtesy of Farmer’s Table.

This year also offers…

1702 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post