April Events and Festivals in Florida

April in Florida feels like spring with a tropical twist: warm days, breezy evenings, and a packed calendar of festivals, food celebrations, music, arts, community traditions, and outdoor experiences. Whether you’re a local looking for fun weekends or a traveler planning a spring getaway, this guide highlights the best experiences from coast to coast and everywhere in between.

Theme Parks

There are two big theme park events going on right now. Check them out for delicious food and a unique time at a familiar park.

Food Festivals

April is also one of the best months for food lovers. The Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City celebrates the state’s famous harvest with fair food, live music, contests, and family activities, making it a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth. Along the Gulf Coast, seafood festivals like the Original Marathon Seafood Festival feature fresh local catches, live entertainment, and culinary demonstrations, while the Deering Seafood Festival in Miami combines chefs, cooking demos, and waterfront views for a flavorful experience. Other culinary highlights include neighborhood food events, comfort food competitions, and pop-up farmers markets across the state, giving visitors countless opportunities to sample local flavors and enjoy Florida’s diverse culinary offerings.

Blueberry Harvest Festivals

Blueberries are in full bloom here in Florida this month, so don’t miss all of these festivals that will allow you to celebrate them and eat some at their freshest

Barbecue Festivals

It’s the perfect time to be outside eating food, and Barbecue is the best kind of food to eat outdoors, so there are tons of events based on Barbecue food.

Other Food Events

As always, there are tons of great food events happening throughout Florida even if you aren’t a barbecue fan. Here are some of the best ones:

Film Festivals

Film festivals happen throughout the year in Florida, but April certainly has a lot of them to look forward to.

Music Festivals & Live Entertainment

Music and live entertainment are plentiful in April, with both large festivals and smaller community performances across the state. Miami’s Calle Ocho Music Festival is part of Carnaval Miami and transforms Little Havana into a lively block party with Latin music, dancing, and food. Jacksonville Beach hosts Springing the Blues, one of the country’s oldest blues festivals, with three days of free oceanfront performances. Meanwhile, Central Florida features intimate concerts, regional music festivals, and performances at community venues, while major arenas and theaters in Tampa, Orlando, and Clearwater welcome touring artists, Broadway productions, and symphonies. There’s something for every musical taste, whether you’re exploring big-city stages or local park performances.

Art Festivals

Art festivals are a super fun way to get out of the house in the gorgeous Florida Spring weather. Here are some you should definitely check out:

Looking for something different?

There are tons of unique events and festivals in April if none of the above events are for you. These are the ones you don’t want to miss:

 

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Florida Events strives to provide the most comprehensive Event & Festival listings in Florida. This column includes events, festivals, fairs, parades, holiday happenings, conventions and big events from around the state including all regions in Florida. The events listed may change without notice. Please check the event website for up to date information. Corrections or additions let us know at [email protected]