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Starting on Saturday, kick-off Boca Restaurant Month, an exciting foodie event lasting throughout the month of September! The month-long event aims to promote Boca Raton's incredible array of culinary experiences, featuring a mixture of new and repeat restaurants from last year's inaugural restaurant month. Participating restaurants will feature a three-course prix fixe dinner menu priced between $36 and $40, not including tax or gratuity. This is the perfect opportunity to sample some of Boca's finest dining establishments presenting their finest dishes at a reasonable price. Check out nine of our favorite must-visit restaurants participating in Boca Restaurant Month!Photo Courtesy of VMA Studios via Visit Delray Beach
Travel up the road to the corner of A1A and Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach. The city's July 4th Celebration is filled with non-stop fun for the whole family all evening long. Enjoy activities and interactive sponsor booths, a flag-raising ceremony, entertainment, mini golf, a kids' corner, lots of food and drinks, and a breathtaking fireworks show at 9 p.m. This free event should not be missed, whether you live in Delray Beach or down the road in Boca Raton! Need some ideas for your visit to Delray? There is so much to do, see and taste in this charming beach town.Photo Courtesy of the Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
Countdown to 2018 at an elegant gala at the Ritz-Carlton nestled along the ocean in Fort Lauderdale. The gala will include a festive cocktail hour, a live band, party favors, an open bar, a designated kid area, a champagne toast at midnight, and other surprises. Tickets cost $299 per person, plus tax and gratuity. The event is $199 for children ages 13–20, $99 for children ages 5-12, and complimentary for children under the age of 5. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 954-465-2300.Celebrate New Year's Eve at the chic and modern Wild Sea Oyster Bar & Grille. They will be serving a special five-course meal costing $125 per person, plus an optional $50 per person five-course wine pairing. To make your reservation, call 954-467-2555.
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Boca Chamber's Annual Holiday Auction is one of their most popular events of the year, drawing 300–400 people for an evening of networking and fun competition. Bid on exciting auction items to help the many successful programs at the Boca Chamber and to ensure the development of future programs. Take part in the live and silent auctions for a variety of desirable items while you enjoy culinary delights provided by some of Boca's best restaurants. Register for this delightful evening at Via Mizner Golf & Country Club in advance. Each $30 ticket includes entry to the even, two drinks, and dinner by the bite.Photo Courtesy of Flamingo Gardens
Throughout the month of October, Flamingo Gardens is hosting their Harvest Festival each weekend with a different fall-focused theme. On the last two weekends, this 60-acre botanical garden and everglade wildlife sanctuary has so much in store for little ones. Superheroes Weekend is October 21 and 22; meet Ironman and other superhero character favorites, and participate in superhero games and contests! On October 28 and 29, enjoy Halloween Story Time Weekend, featuring story times, a haunted house, trick-or-treating, meet-and-greets with costumed friends, and more. Admission is $19.95 for those 12 and over, and $12.95 for kids ages 3–11. Admission is free for children under 2 and Flamingo Gardens members.Photo Courtesy of Oakland Park
Head to Main Street near Oakland Park City Hall for a fun night of Halloween happenings, including live music, food trucks, trunk-or-treating, a costume contest, spooky crafts and more. Don't miss this free community event from 6–10 p.m. to kick off the weekend before Halloween!Photo Courtesy of Gulfstream Park
If you'd rather go trick-or-treating on Halloween night, Gulfstream Park is offering the ultimate one-stop destination! From 5–8 p.m., kids in costumes can trick-or-treat throughout the village at participating shops. Entertainment includes a DJ, face painter, photo booth, magic show and more. Plus, you can enjoy dinner at any of the many dining establishments at Gulfstream during the event!Photo Courtesy of Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Visit the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens for their exclusive Sushi & Stroll Summer Walks event happening throughout the summer. On the second Friday of each month, explore their exquisite Japanese gardens with a craft sake in hand. Visitors are also invited to indulge in the delectable Pan-Asian cuisine from Morikami's Cornell Cafe, and enjoy roaring taiko drum performances by Fushu Daiko at 6:30, 7:15 and 8 p.m. Purchase your Sushi & Stroll Summer Walks tickets in advance or at the door! This year, the Sushi & Stroll Summer Walks are sponsored by JM Lexus, so anyone who presents a Lexus key fob will receive free admission for two people all summer long.Photo Courtesy of VMA Studios via Visit Delray Beach
Celebrate Independence Day at Delray Beach's 4th of July Celebration along A1A and Atlantic Avenue. This free event will feature live music, a sand-sculpting contest, and a myriad of family activities, such as face painting, crafts, sidewalk chalk and more. A stunning fireworks show starts at 9 p.m., launching from the north end of the beach.Photo Courtesy of Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority
Explore the diverse dining scene in Downtown Delray at the 2nd Annual Dine Out Downtown Delray Restaurant Week. The week features a variety of prix fixe lunches and dinners along with special Dine Out deals, plus a series of creative culinary events and classes at participating restaurants. Enjoy Dine Out deals for $10 and under, a multi-course prix lunch for $20 and under per person, or a multi-course prix fixe dinner for $20–40 per person. Make your reservations at participating restaurants and discover what amazing plates await at some of Delray's finest eateries.Photo Courtesy of Delray Yacht Cruises
Cruise through the calm waters of the Intracoastal Waterway aboard the Lady Atlantic and Lady Delray while enjoying food and drinks accompanied by a two-hour narrated tour while passing some of the area's most iconic mansions. Learn about area history, see marine life, and feel the cool coastal breeze as you explore the canals of this gorgeous area. Ride the 1:30 p.m. cruise all summer long for just $16 per person using their special summer discount!Photo Courtesy of Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority
Simply take a stroll through the charming area of downtown Delray, popping in and out of boutiques, luxury shops, upscale eateries, and experiencing the buzz of this amazing city. Explore the trendy Atlantic Avenue or artsy Pineapple Grove Arts District to grab a bite to eat and go shopping!Photo Courtesy of the Delray Beach Tennis Center
Stay active at the Delray Beach Tennis Center, a full-service public tennis facility with 14 clay courts, six hard courts, and an enormous 8,200-seat stadium. Play tennis at their location in the heart of Delray Beach or at their second location, the Delray Swim & Tennis Club, located on Jaeger Drive. Enjoy their pristine facilities and practice your tennis game in the glorious sunshine this summer!