Every Saturday the National Croquet Center in West Palm Beach hosts free lessons on their beautiful property.

The center in West Palm is the largest in the world. It has a 19,000 square-foot Caribbean-Colonial-style clubhouse, verandas overlooking four acres of lush gardens, an elegant ballroom, restaurant and more.

Free lessons are on Saturdays at 10 a.m. A professional instructor will teach you how to hit the ball, score wickets, learn strategy and plot moves. You can invite your friends to have a nice morning game of croquet and have lunch at the Croquet Grille afterward. 

Reservations are required for the class; call 561-478-2300. See more here. 

700 Florida Mango Rd., West Palm Beach, FL 33406.


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The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum is hosting their popular Hike Through History this Saturday May 5th.

The hike includes a 2-mile journey through the 120-acre Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Natural Conservation Area to discover the history and nature of the historic Jupiter site. The site is just one of three natural sites in the United States that is protected by the Bureau of Land Management’s National Conservation Lands Programs. Tuesday, May 8th the Natural Conservation Area turns 10 years old and the Lighthouse is hosting several events to celebrate such as fishing, art, and photography. Click here to view the activities.

The hike welcomes adult and children, the minimum age for children is 5 years old and children 13 and under must be accompanied by…

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The Coral Sky Amphitheater located at the South Florida Fair Grounds is an open-air music venue located in West Palm Beach. The amphitheater is used for concerts and shows featuring some of the biggest music stars and events.

The venue recently changed its name from the Perfect Vodka Amphitheater to the Coral Sky Amphitheater last year. The amphitheater is run and operated by Live Nation, the world’s largest event promoter and venue operator. The amphitheater seats roughly 20,000 people with great views of downtown West Palm Beach with parking and food for you to enjoy during the performances.

This week only, Live Nation, is bringing back their $20 dollar “Kickoff to Summer” ticket specials in honor of National Ticket Week. Concert-goers can get…

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If going to a sweat-filled gym doesn't sound appealing to you, try Workout Wednesdays at CityPlace for a fun, outdoor group activity varying from yoga to Zumba. 

Every last Wednesday of the month, CityPlace hosts a free workout on the plaza featuring different workouts taught by certified trainers from L.A. Fitness and Fitness Hub.

If you've never participated in a group class, this is a good way to try it out before you pay money somewhere else.

Workouts are from 6-7 p.m. Wear workout clothes, bring some water and a yoga mat. Invite your friends and hang around CityPlace afterward- most stores are open until 10 and the restaurants and bars are open late. 

Find out more information about Workout Wednesdays and CityPlace amenities here.

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This upcoming weekend there is several family friendly outdoor movie events going on throughout Jupiter and Wellington. Bring the snacks, popcorn, blankets, chairs, and friends to enjoy the movie under the stars this Friday night.

Jupiter:
Harbourside Place is hosting their ‘Movies on the Waterfront’ series this Friday, April 27th. Come watch “Paddington 2” under the stars at the waterfront amphitheater. The movie is a sequel about a popular young bear named Paddington, who spreads joy among the community everywhere he goes. In the movie, Paddington is on a mission to get a gift for his aunts 100th birthday and his quest to find the perfect gift. There will be complementary popcorn provided by Cinepolis, and children 12 and under eat free at Bravo with one…

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Within the next several months, CityPlace in West Palm Beach will undergo renovations to update the 18-year-old outdoor entertainment and shopping center. The Mediterranean style venue will begin its transformation to a more comfortable, flexible design with more plants and vegetation.

The plans which call for the city’s approval include plant filled trellises, walkways covered by large shade sails, a curb-less Rosemary Avenue to slow and narrow the traffic. The plans also call for buildings to be covered in vines, pavers mixed with patches of greenery, outdoor seating, a new fountain and an interactive splash zone for kids. The stage in the center of the popular shopping destination will be removed to allow for more public space to hold activities,…

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SunFest is Florida’s largest waterfront art and music festival held annually in West Palm Beach. Each May, more than 175,000 concert goers come together to see the popular four-day festival featuring some of the world’s biggest and hottest musical acts perform live. SunFest is coming to Palm Beach County this May 3rd through May 6th.

More than 50 musical acts will perform on three stages throughout the four days as well as an Art District featuring colorful artwork from local artists, live demonstrations, ChillZones with games like corn hole, great food, floating bars, kid’s activities, and a firework show to end the festival.

SunFest is set up along Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach from Okeechobee Boulevard to Banyan Boulevard. The shows start on…

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As snow birds head north and tourism slows, the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County is starting a new discount program called MOSAIC, which offers low rates and coupons for local attractions and resorts. 

MOSAIC is an acronym for "month of shows, art, ideas, and culture" and will run May 1st-31st. The goal is to encourage residents to visit the area's museums, science centers, galleries, etc. Some coupons include free admission to concerts and performances, 50% off tickets to places like the Kravis Center, and 2-for-1 deals like entry into Mounts Botanical Gardens.

Many resorts are also utilizing the program to fill up rooms during the slower season. Most hotel offers run longer than the month- like a free night at Tideline Ocean Resort & Spa…

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The Town of Jupiter and the Jupiter Police Department are hosting their annual Coastal Fest on the Riverwalk at Harbourside Place this upcoming weekend. The family friendly coastal themed event is taking place Saturday, April 28th from noon to 5 pm in Jupiter.

The event is free to the public and will feature a kid’s carnival area and activities, bounce houses, face painting, local artisan vendors, a tiki bar featuring beer and wine, touch tank, and local food trucks and vendors. The participating food vendors include the Food Shack, Modern Juice Company, Guanabanas Island Restaurant, Tropical Sno, PS 561 Food Truck, and more.

There will also be live music and entertainment by Gratitude Steel Band from 1 pm to 3 pm. Moana, from the popular Disney film will…

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For the past several years, Pontoon boats have been leading the marine industry in recreational boating. Pontoon boats are popular among families and large groups of people because of the amount of space, storage, and easiness to get in and out of. Pontoon boats are perfect for causal sailing or sightseeing down the intracoastal waterways of Jupiter. The boats range in length and can hold as many as 50 people or more. The newest boating trend is becoming a sailing destination for special events, parties and tours throughout the area.

The Pontiki, docked at Harbourside Place in Jupiter, has 3 pontoon boats Big Bamboo, Charlie, and Shaka. Big Bamboo and Charlie both hold up to 6 passengers and are both very different. Big Bamboo is a completely open-air…

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