The annual Winter Equestrian Festival starts this January at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington. Wellington is the home to the world’s premier winter equestrian event every year.

Each year participates range in age from 2 years old to 70 years old and more than 6,000 horses compete for more than a half a billion dollars. The Winter Equestrian Festival starts in early January and ends in late March. During the course of the three months, the festival is the longest and largest running horse show that sees some of the best riders of their class. Riders come from all 50 states and more than 52 countries and feature adult amateurs, juniors, children and Olympians.

The Palm Beach International Equestrian Center is considered to be one…

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There’s a vibrant art scene in the Palm Beaches anchored by a growing number of galleries and cultural museums. Here are a few you are sure to enjoy.

Arthouse 429

In the heart of West Palm Beach’s Art’s District in Northwood Village, Arthouse 429 is designed to house a wide variety of contemporary pieces, including painted works and freeform installations from artists such as Anon, Joel Cohen and Mary Coyle. Explore the outdoor sculpture garden, or enjoy the view from this gallery’s reception area on the second level outdoor terrace.

Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens

The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, the former home to sculptor Ann Weaver Norton, displays more than 100 original works, including nine monumental sculptures. The Gardens were…

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Check your calendars for the Jupiter’s Annual Citizens’ Academy Program Jupiter U. The Town of Jupiter hosts the event several times a year and as of today Monday, January 6th registration is now open for the tours.

Throughout the year, the Town will host many residents for their Jupiter U tours. The tours are aimed for those who know and love everything about the lifestyle, history and living in Jupiter. The tours kick off with a welcome session at the historic Civic Center in Jupiter and will include a tour of the Dubois House, Train Depot Tour, Riverbend History Tour, and much more.

Jupiter U is a great and unique opportunity for residents to learn about government and lifestyle of their town. The tours are offered every spring and registration is now…

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Palm Beach Gardens is hosting one of 2020’s first races. Whether you’re an experienced athlete or a new year resolutioner, this is the perfect event to run (or walk) in a new decade.

At the ‘Trailblazer’ race you will navigate the Gardens North County District Park, a brand-new park in Palm Beach Gardens! Participants will partially run on paved surfaces as well as two miles on the unpaved scenic nature trail. After the 5k, all runners are invited the fire department for some informative public safety demonstrations.

Click here to register

Cost: Advanced Registration: $15 / Race Day Registration - $20

Where: Burns Road Community Center - 4404 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Packet Pick-up

Friday, January 10  |  10am-6pm

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Okeeheelee Park is a premier place to ski and wakeboard in the Palm Beaches. Located just west of West Palm Beach Okeeheelee Park is a beautiful place to spend the day with your friends or family.

About Okeeheelee

The original site for the park was purchased in 1973, and at the time only about 10% (90 acres) of the area was in its natural state. It encompasses two lakes; with access for boating, fishing, water skiing, and radio-controlled boating, the park also has tennis courts, a playground, and a dog park called “Pooch Pines.”

At the north end of the park, situated on the original 90 acres of original natural habitat, is the Okeeheelee Nature Center consists of more than 2 miles of trails, which travel through the Pine Flatwoods habitat.…

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The Palm Beaches are Florida's health-centric center. With year-round beach weather and tons of outdoor activities, all you need is a good diet to stay fit and healthy. Here are a few healthy restaurants in Jupiter and the Palm Beaches that you will enjoy.

3 Natives

3 Natives is a healthy lifestyle cafe that takes traditional foods and serves them in a healthy, convenient manner. It’s a local Jupiter favorite that’s quickly growing in popularity as more and more locations pop up around South Florida. 3 Natives, however, seems to be doing a great job of maintaining its commitment to serving the highest quality foods.

Jaya Nutrition Bar

Jaya Nutrition Bar is a healthy, vegetarian and natural healthy cafe in Juno Beach, FL. The café serves…

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This weekend, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum is hosting their Hike Through History event.

The Hike Through History includes a 2-mile journey through the lighthouse’s 120 acres Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area. Along the way, guests will learn about the history that was shaped by nature.

The program is open to adults and children. Children must be accompanied by an adult and be at least 5 years old. Hiker footwear, active wear clothing, a hat and a full water bottle are recommended for the Hike. The Hike starts at the Museum’s flagpole and the event is weather dependent.

Admission is free but you are asked to reserve your spot due to limited space. To RSVP, click here.

Hike Through History Details:
When: Saturday, January 4th…

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Here are a few great craft breweries to visit this Winter in the Palm Beaches.

Barrel of Monks

From European malts and hops to recipes paying homage to those famous brews crafted by Belgian Trappist monks. Barrel of Monks in Boca Raton offers a great selection of BPA, Saison, Wit and more on tap in an attractive, old-world styled tasting room in Boca Raton.

Saltwater Brewery

Saltwater Brewery is Delray Beach's first local production microbrewery with a "Reef Room" for tastings onsite. It has daily events planned with lots to do on site. The Reef Room has Shuffleboard, Bimini Ring toss, Chess, Checkers and XL Jenga so be sure to stop by for a drink. The brewery is run by a team of Floridians who strive to promote the public to "Explore the…

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If you’re from the Jupiter area, you probably have many childhood memories splashing around the shallow lagoon of DuBois Park. Some of the best family time of my childhood was spent searching for crabs, attempting to catch small fish with a toy net in the mangroves, and eating grilled hotdogs on the warm sand.

While the unique estuary is a joy to explore, there is also a rich history behind DuBois Park. At the top of the “Indian mound”, a large pile of mollusk shells built by indigenous Native Americans, in the center of the park is a house made of Florida pine that was once home to early Florida pioneers, Harry and Susan DuBois. Harry bought 18 acres south of the Jupiter Inlet that he had long admired for its ridge of Indian shell mound, and he needed…

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Established in 1935 by the West Palm Beach Fishing Club, the Silver Sailfish Derby is the oldest running sailfish tournament in the world. Limited to 50 boats, the 2020 Derby is sold out.

The Silver Sailfish Derby is a tournament with a massive amount of history, credited with developing the red release pennant and as one of the front-runners in promoting catch and release. Ernest Hemingway was a Derby trophy sponsor at one point, and the only time the tournament didn’t run was for three years during WWII.

The Derby features a two-day, Thursday & Friday, fishing format - a measure that was taken to avoid competition with weekend anglers and to foster increased tournament participation.

The 2020 Schedule of Events are as follows:

Wednesday,…

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