Thinking of ways to get out of the house during the week this summer? If so, then you should definitely check out Downtown West Palm Beach’s Clematis by Night. This year-round concert series is the perfect way to enjoy a weeknight out, and the best news about it is that it is completely free! 

Every Thursday from 6pm to 9pm, Downtown West Palm Beach comes alive with the sound of music with their annual concert series, Clematis by Night. Held on the Great Lawn along the waterfront, what you can expect is a night full of outstanding local performances featuring various genres depending on the act. Surround yourself with people just like you who are simply looking for a good time and good vibes. It is the perfect place to plop down a chair or blanket, sip…

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Good news, we are less than a week away from the Sunfest Music Festival in Downtown West Palm Beach! Being held along the waterfront on Flagler Drive, this setting could not be more perfect for three days of music and fun for all. The excitement is definitely brewing, and the performers are preparing to grace the stages, so here is all you need to know before the weekend starts. 

Headlined by Billy Idol, Nelly, and Third Eye Blind, Sunfest tickets are flying fast this year. As of right now the prices of each ticket are $170 for a three-day pass, $160 for a two-day pass, and $80 for a single day pass. If you are looking to take your Sunfest experience to the next level, there will also be a wide range of VIP options available with price points ranging…

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If you're lucky enough to live in (or be visiting) the Palm Beaches for Mother's Day in 2024, then you are in one of the best places in the country to relax with Mom, plan some special Mother's Day activities, or give the perfect gift. If you live here, then Mother's Day is a great time to put together a weekend staycation itinerary. If you're visiting, then you're likely already on vacation mode and ready to splurge on the special mother, or mothers, in your life. Either way, Palm Beach County has some of the best ways to show your appreciation for Mom. Here are some of the best things to do for Mother's Day in 2024 in the Palm Beaches.

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Relax: Beaches, Spas, Resort Pools

Lay on the Beach

We've written many other blogs praising the quality of…

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Get ready for corn-filled fun this weekend at the 23rd Annual Sweet Corn Fiesta at the Yesteryear Village of West Palm Beach. Happening Sunday, April 30th from 11am to 5pm, this is sure to be a fantastic way to conclude your weekend. If you love all things corn, then definitely check out this fiesta!

With an abundance of activities and multiple ways to enjoy different corn iterations, the Annual Sweet Corn Fiesta welcomes all who are looking to get out of the house and are ready to have a good time. The main event of the weekend will be the highly anticipated corn-shucking contest. Participants of all ages are welcome to join in on the competition that begins at 1 pm. From the youngest to the oldest, the contest will be broken down by age, giving…

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Palm Beach County I have some stellar news; Sunfest 2024 is almost here! With under a month away from the biggest party on the Flagler Drive, Sunfest 2024 is sure to be an absolute blast for the whole family. Get your tickets early and start to prepare for three days of good tunes and even better times because before you know it, it will be showtime.

Going on from May 3rd to the 5th, Sunfest Music Festival is Palm Beach County’s largest music extravaganza. Located along the West Palm Beach Waterfront, festival goers will have the opportunity to enjoy up to three days of fun while surrounded by the picturesque intracoastal waterway overlooking Palm Beach Island. With names like Billy Idol, Third Eye Blind, and Nelly, this is an event that is a cannot…

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Do you live in Palm Beach County and love art and everything that comes with it? If so, then you are in for a treat this weekend with the 14th Annual Downtown West Palm Beach Art Festival. Located at the Square, this art show is sure to make your entire weekend a great one.

With a large collection of both local and nationally known artist, you will get the opportunity to meet some well-known creatives as well as the creatives of tomorrow. In a gallery style arrangement, you can stroll down the beautiful Rosemary Avenue as you soak in the art and atmosphere around you. Each artist will have their own tent giving you a chance to speak with them up close and personal as you ask them about their creative process behind their masterpieces. The art is not…

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There's just something about being able to see your town from above. Lucky for us, we have multiple great choices when it comes to grabbing a drink or meal with a fantastic South Florida view. Here are some of the best rooftop bars in West Palm Beach and the surrounding areas.

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RH Rooftop

RH Rooftop Restaurant is a lovely four-story Restoration Hardware “mansion” on Okeechobee Boulevard in West Palm Beach which peers down at the city. If you haven't given it a try, then it's definitely worth experiencing. RH Rooftop has been named one of the best rooftop bars in West Palm Beach by both locals and tourists alike.

Address: 560 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach

Hours: 10 a.m to 8 p.m.

Roxy’s Pub

*Note: as of March 2024, the rooftop is…

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Want to kick back and enjoy a ride without worrying about traffic? Want to have a couple drinks at the tournament? The new Brightline connection might be the way to go for you. Leaving from West Palm Beach, the Brightline to Orlando will take you about 2 hours and 15 minutes, which is 15 to 30 minutes faster than driving without traffic. With traffic, who knows how much time you could save as you head towards the highly anticipated 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational. 

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The Journey Begins: West Palm Beach to Orlando

Depending on where you live in Palm Beach County, getting to the Brightline station in West Palm is very easy, and there's a dedicated parking garage right across the street from the station. If you've never taken the Brightline before,…

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Stone crab season in Florida is a highly anticipated period that runs annually from October 15th through May 1st, marking a significant phase for local cuisine and culture.  Stone crab claws are a delicacy known for their sweet, tender meat. The tradition of enjoying stone crab claws is deeply ingrained in Florida's culinary scene, with the claws often served chilled with a side of mustard sauce or melted butter. Today, we look into where to get the best stone crab claws in Northern Palm Beach County.

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Due to declining harvests, the season was shortened by two weeks in 2020, highlighting the delicacy's vulnerability and the importance of sustainable harvesting practices. Stone crabs are considered a renewable resource because fishermen typically…

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Now that the new Brightline station in Orlando is open and trains are running multiple times per day, many people are considering giving it a try. However, the price is causing a lot of those same people to hesitate. Currently, it costs between $138 and $178 for a round-trip ticket between West Palm Beach and Orlando. So, is it cheaper to drive? Is it faster? 

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How Much Does it Cost to Take the Brightline From West Palm Beach to Orlando?

As of October 3rd, 2023, the cheapest Brightline ticket from West Palm Beach to Orlando is $69 and the most expensive first-class ticket from West Palm Beach to Orlando is $189. The same is true for Orlando to West Palm. For the sake of comparison, we're just going to focus on the "smart" tickets, which are…

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