Spring in Florida means longer days and lighter nights, which is a perfect time to celebrate music, art and food and enjoy the great weather with outdoor activities. There are lively festivals to attend throughout the state, whether you want to indulge in sweet treats at the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City or listen to music in the sunshine at SunFest in West Palm Beach. Discover what spring festivals in Florida you might want to attend this year.
Florida Strawberry Festival, Plant City
The 11-day Florida Strawberry Festival is a crowd-pleaser with its wealth of strawberry-related food items on display. Held in Plant City where strawberries have been harvested since the 19th century, you can indulge in an abundance of strawberry treats and state fair-type fried foods, then enjoy the live entertainment, youth livestock shows, and collection of carnival rides. It’s one of the top things to do in Florida in spring.
Dates: March 2 – March 12, 2023
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Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, Orlando
Epcot at Walt Disney Wold turns into a kaleidoscope of colors in spring at its annual Flower & Garden Festival, where your senses will be overwhelmed with the variety of stunning flower displays. There’s also live concerts, outdoor kitchens, and how-to demonstrations. Meander through vibrant gardens and see the world-renown topiaries.
Dates: March 1 – July 5, 2023
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Ultra Music Festival, Miami
One of the biggest music festivals in Florida, Ultra Music Festival is a three-day event that is held in Miami. This electronic music festival caters to a high-energy crowd of music lovers, where you’ll find an extensive list of top DJs and big-name performers. What started as a small outdoor festival has bloomed into a massive production across the United States.
Dates: March 23, 24, 25, 2023
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Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival, Fernandina Beach
Fernandina Beach is the birthplace of the modern shrimping industry, so it makes sense that the Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival celebrates the delectable seafood delicacy. You’ll have the chance to indulge in freshly caught shrimp and seafood. Set in the Historic District, this event dates back to 1964 and has live music, parades, arts and crafts displays, and a pageant.
Dates: May 5 – May 7, 2023
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Sarasota Jazz Festival, Sarasota
The Sarasota Jazz Festival is one of the most well-respected jazz festivals in the United States, and boasts an impressive line-up of top performers. A must-see concert series for jazz enthusiasts, the Jazz Club of Sarasota works hard to preserve and promote the beauty of this music genre by showcasing some of the greatest jazz musicians in the world.
Dates: March 13 – 18, 2023
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SunFest, West Palm Beach
Held on the waterfront in West Palm Beach, SunFest is a lively festival with five days of top musical performers. In addition to its long list of top musical acts, the festival also hosts an impressive arts and craft event, a range of kid-friendly activities, and impressive fireworks show. You can get a drink from one of the floating bars or challenge your friends to a game of cornhole.
Dates: May 5 – May 9, 2023
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Marathon Seafood Festival, Marathon
The second-largest event in the Florida Keys, the Marathon Seafood Festival is a premier event in Florida. You’ll find an abundance of excellent cuisine and family-friendly live entertainment in addition to a boat and art show. With over 200 vendors on hand, dine on some of the freshest seafood in the state, such as lobster, stone crab, grouper, and snapper.
Dates: March 11 – March 12, 2023
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Forgotten Coast En Plein Air, Forgotten Coast
Showcasing authentic Old Florida, the Forgotten Coast En Plein Air, America’s Great Paint-out, is a 10-day festival that displays architecture, streetscapes, working waterfronts, and historic sites through its internationally acclaimed artists. Purchase paintings just completed at the “Art Fresh Off the Easel,” see a two-hour “Quickdraw” exhibition, and admire a Masters’ Gallery with the artists’ finest studio work.
Dates: March 17 – March 26, 2023
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International Fringe Theater Festival, Orlando
The International Fringe Theater Festival is an exciting 14-day event that celebrates the art of theater, music, and dance. It’s a great place to go with the entire family, as all ages will enjoy the award-winning festival that attracts artists from around the world. It is the longest-running Fringe Festival in the United States, celebrating 30 years as “Orlando’s most unique cultural experience.”
Dates: May 16 – May 29, 2023
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