The first official Barbie fan festival lands in Fort Lauderdale March 27–29 with Serena Williams and a live 'Barbie The Movie' concert.

Okeechobee returns to Sunshine Grove March 19–22, 2026 with headliners across genres and expanded art programming. Officials warn of heavy traffic and recommend early ticket pickup.

The Miami Youth Fair opens March 12 at Tamiami Park with a "Wild About the Fair" theme, new rides, fresh foods and three $5 admission days. Tickets and deals are listed on the official site.

Red Rooster Overtown has formalized weekend club nights upstairs in its Pool Hall, adding DJs, VIP tables and late-night service to the historic neighborhood.

Palm Beach’s cult‑favorite supper club Mary Lou’s has taken over the former WALL at W South Beach, bringing theatrical dining, DJs and a members‑only beach to South Beach. The move signals a hospitality‑first turn for the city’s nightlife.

Guy Fieri teams up with Sammy Hagar to promote Santo Tequila at a meet-and-greet in Boca Raton on February 27. Fans can get autographs at the Total Wine & More event.

The Palm Tree Festival in West Palm Beach is expected to attract over 12,000 people, boosting local businesses and contributing to the city's economic growth.

Throw Social has opened at the former Oasis Wynwood, converting the site into a roughly 35,000‑sq‑ft playground of bars, games, VIP cabanas and late‑night music.

The Florida Renaissance Festival in Deerfield Beach features historical reenactments, artisan crafts, and entertainment, with educational activities on medieval life offered by the Adriene Empire's encampment.

"Melania," a documentary about Melania Trump, sees strong ticket sales in South Florida, with a particularly notable turnout at its Palm Beach Gardens premiere.

West Palm Beach witnessed filming for the series "RJ Decker," causing traffic delays due to road closures. The show, starring Scott Speedman, is based on Carl Hiaasen's "Double Whammy."

The Montreux Jazz Festival expands to Miami Beach, offering concerts featuring tributes to Miles Davis and acts like Jon Batiste and Nile Rodgers. Tickets start at $49, with local discounts available.

Netflix's "The Rip," inspired by a real Miami-Dade drug bust involving $22 million hidden in buckets, fictionalizes aspects of the 2016 case. Ben Affleck and Matt Damon star as law enforcers in a dramatic narrative that differs from actual events.