Sebring
March 31
Easter Bunny Boat Parade
Join the boat parade or cheer from the shoreline of Lake Josephine. Line up at 4 p.m. at the opening of Josephine Creek. This event has been spreading joy and celebrating Easter for more than 20 years.
www.twstages.com; 863-991-5545
Key West
April 2
Dinosaur World, Live!
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family. Discover a prehistoric world of remarkably lifelike dinosaurs. A special meet-and-greet after the show offers all brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend.
www.twstages.com; 305-295-7676
Pensacola
April 6
Tour de Fort: Fort Pickens
Join the Florida Public Archaeology Network and the National Park Service as we pedal, hike and climb our way through the archaeology of Gulf Islands National Seashore in celebration of Florida Archaeology Month. In addition to providing habitat for wildlife, the park protects some of Pensacola’s most important archaeological sites—on land and under water. Participants meet at the Fort Pickens Visitor Center auditorium at 10 a.m.
www.visitpensacola.com; 850-934-2600
Sebring
April 6
Annual Soda Festival
Soda lovers unite at this festival, where the world of bubbles comes alive. In addition to more than 200 craft sodas to sample, attendees can enjoy a day filled with food trucks, live music and family fun in downtown Sebring.
www.sebringsodafest.com; 863-385-8448
Pensacola
April 6
41st Annual Pensacola Jazzfest
This free festival spans two days at Seville Square and is presented by Jazz Pensacola. The festival includes school bands, regional acts and national headliners. Food, arts and crafts, and jazz merchandise are available.
www.pensacolajazzfest.com; 850-433-8382
Jay
April 6
Coon Hill Day 5K and Half Mile
The Coon Hill Cemetery trustees host this annual 5K and half-mile race to benefit the restoration and preservation of this historical landmark. The race course consists of an out-and-back course on dirt roads. T-shirts, drinks, fruit and cookies are provided. Entry fee is $20 during pre-registration and $25 on race day.
Islamorada
April 18
MoradaWay Art Walk
Join us 6 to 9 p.m. for our monthly art walk and the Morada Way Arts and Cultural District’s landmark event. Keys-inspired fine artists, vendors, residents and visitors congregate on Morada Way to celebrate art and culture. This event includes gallery openings, local artists, live music and food.
www.moradaway.org; 305-664-2471
Fort Lauderdale
April 19-21
Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing
Ladies, join in on the fun with this offshore fishing event. The weekend kicks off with a meet-and-greet on Friday, followed by a full-day offshore seminar with hands-on practice on Saturday and optional fishing from charter boats on Sunday. Participants must register in advance online.
www.ladiesletsgofishing.com; 954-475-9068
Islamorada
April 20
Swim Across America
The third annual Florida Keys open water charity swim is 9 a.m. to noon at Founders Park. There is a kid splash and half-mile, 1-mile and 2-mile swims. All proceeds stay local, supporting Miami Cancer Institute.
swimacrossamerica.org/floridakeys; 980-292-0179
Key West
April 20
Stock Island Earth Day Cleanup
Joins us 8 a.m. to noon in Bernstein Park for a community cleanup in honor of Earth Day. Cleanup is all morning, so feel free to stop by when you can. Participants are provided with vests, pokers and buckets.
Pensacola
April 21
Earth Day Pensacola
Save the date for this festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bayview Park. The event showcases sustainable living through a fun day of environmental education, art, live music, local food, green products and hands-on activities.
earthdaypensacola.com; 850-687-9968
Jay
April 26-27
Jay Pro Rodeo
In its 22nd year of giving back to the community, the rodeo’s proceeds benefit the Santa Rosa Kids House, Ronald McDonald House, My Father’s Arrows, high school sporting events and other areas of the community. The event starts at 8 p.m. at the Ted May Arena. Tickets are $10 for those 12 and older, $5 for 4- to 11-year-olds, and free for those 3 and younger.
www.facebook.com/SandySansingJayPro
Islamorada
April 27
Pops in the Park
The Florida Keys Community Concert Band invites you to attend this free band concert at ICE Amphitheater in Founders Park. April’s event is Sci-Fi Serenade. Pack a picnic basket and blanket or chairs, and load up the family and furry friends for this night of music.
keyscommunityconcertband.org; 305-294-1123
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