Things to do
Performances and events may be abruptly canceled. Please call or visit the websites of the below venues to see if events are on, changed or canceled.
Although we can’t promise to have every event in here, we have many of them. Not responsible for errors or omissions.
ONGOING
• Art Exhibit at MidFlorida Event Center – September through April.
• St. Lucie Mets Games – The St. Lucie Mets play frequently at Clover Field [the Mets Stadium] in late spring and summer where the New York Mets do their spring training in St. Lucie West. Great place to take those out-of-town visitors. Every game offers a special discount or promotion. Look for their information, tickets, schedule here: milb.com/st-lucie For tickets: 871.2115
CONTINUING
Saturday
• Treasure Coast Model Railroad Club – Clubhouse at 273 Becker Road. Ever-changing layout with trains in action, open for public viewing, free, 10 a.m. to noon. Best to call first. 621.9636
First and Third Saturday
• Olive Branch Outdoor Greenmarket – Indian River State College Pruitt Campus parking lot, California Ave., St. Lucie West. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. olivebranchmarkets.com/greenmarket
Third Saturday
• Community Garage Sale – Minsky Gym, Darwin Boulevard, Port St. Lucie, 8 a.m. to noon. Call first. 344.4142
• New Tradition Market – The Landing, Tradition. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No phone number given
Every Sunday
• Tradition Neighborhood Market – Farmers Market and Arts and Crafts, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. winter and 1 p.m. summer. S.W. Village Parkway at The Landing across from Michaels and Target. Traditionneighborhoodmarket.com 828.0188.
• Green Market – in front of MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, Feb. 2-April 27, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Can only call Mon.-Fri. 807.4488
Fourth Sunday
• One-Stop Garage Sale – MidFlorida Event Center’s garage, 9:30-1:30 p.m. 344.4142
Last Sunday
• Sunday Sunset Concert – Live music and sundaes at Tradition Gazebo, 5-7 p.m. October through May. See Tradition events calendar.
• Cars and Coffee – Port St. Lucie History Museum by the Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland, 8-10 a.m. 877.3020
First Tuesday
• St. Lucie County Aquarium’s Smithsonian Exhibit of saltwater marine life in living native habitat – This is the once-a-month free admission day and beach cleanup day for volunteers who want to participate from 8 to 10 a.m. Call first. 462.3474
Second Thursday
• River Nights – Event Lawn by Pioneer Park on Westmoreland, Port St. Lucie. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tranquil evening by the St. Lucie River. Enjoy the fire, live musical entertainment, cash bar, food available for purchase. Free, all ages welcome. Bring a chair. Oct. through April. 878.2277
First Friday
• Tradition Food Trucks & Tribute Concerts to enjoy – First Fridays except none in July. Tradition Square, 5-9 p.m. Bring a chair. 878.0188
Second Friday
• Coffee with PSL City Council – Port St. Lucie Community Center, 8:30 a.m. Call first. 871.5219
Various Days
• Fort Pierce Jazz and Blues Society – PSL Botanical Gardens, various days, times. See their calendar at jazzsociety.org or call 460.5299.
JUNE
Saturday, June 14
• CCW Ultimate Wrestling – Port St Lucie MidFlorida Event Center, 7-10 p.m. 807.4488
• Summer Splash – At Tradition splash pad and square for a picnic celebration of summer for the whole family. Enjoy delicious food from the Shrimp King food truck and the Carvel ice cream truck. Play classic yard games with friends. Bring your picnic essentials. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. No phone number.
Sunday, June 15
FATHER’S DAY
Wednesday, June 18
• Turtle Walks – St. Lucie County is offering night time sea turtle walks today and June 25. The walk is led by an expert in the nesting and egg laying of the endangered and threatened Loggerhead, Green and Leatherback turtles that use our 21 miles of beaches. Only 25 people can go on the walk. To learn more about the turtles, go to stlucieco.gov and search for “sea turtles.” It starts with at night check-in at 8:45 p.m. followed by a presentation, followed by the walk itself. It ends at 11 p.m. Participants must be able to stand and walk easily in deep sand. To register: tinyurl.com/seaturtlewalk. Watch for announcements on walksin July.
Thursday, June 19
JUNETEENTH
Friday, June 20
• Juneteenth Celebration: Let Freedom Ring – Tradition Town Square. Hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of St. Lucie County, 6-9 p.m. No phone number given.
• Where the Water Goes – Nature Walk at Ancient Oaks Preserve with an expert. Learn how all that summer rain is handled by a stormwater management pond at the preserve and check out what else is there. 8:30-10:30 a.m. To register: tinyurl.com/HikeReg
Saturday, June 21
• Top Secret Hike – at the Donald B. Moore Preserve. Enjoy a morning stroll through tranquil Donald B. Moore Preserve. The hike will eventually lead you to an observation tower, where we’ll take in the beauty of the Lagoon. Come along and enjoy the mystery. 8-9:30 a.m. To register go here and click the Guided Walks, and pick your hike from the list. tinyurl.com/SLCNatureWalks
Wednesday, June 25
• Turtle Walks – See the sea turtles. St. Lucie County is offering night time sea turtle walks led by an expert in the nesting and egg laying of the endangered and threatened Loggerhead, Green and Leatherback turtles that use our 21 miles of beaches. Only 25 people can go on each walk. To learn more about the turtles, go to stlucieco.gov and search for “sea turtles.” It starts with nighttime check-in at 8:45 p.m. followed by a presentation, followed by the walk itself. It ends at 11 p.m. Participants must be able to stand and walk easily in deep sand. To register: tinyurl.com/seaturtlewalk Watch for announcements on walks in July.
Friday, June 27
• Florida Sports Hall of Fame Reception Honoring 2025 Inductees – Legends VIP Reception and Pairings Party with celebrity guests, silent auction, food and drink at MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, home of the Florida Sports Hall of Fame Museum. Free. 5-9 p.m. 807.4488
• Civil Whites – Pineapple Playhouse, Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 465.0366
Saturday, June 28
• Civil Whites – Pineapple Playhouse, Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366
• Mammals in our Midst – At the Sheraton Scrub Preserve. Wild animals like bobcats, coyotes, deer, raccoons and ‘possums live in our urban midst. Why and how do they do that? What others may be living with us that we don’t even know about? 9-11 a.m. Register by going here: tinyurl.com/SLCNatureWalks and picking your hike from the list. Unless something changes, this is the last guided hike by the county until October so take advantage of the chance and enjoy it. Space for just 20 people on this hike.
Sunday, June 29
• Cars and Coffee – Port St. Lucie History Museum by the Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland, 8-10 a.m. 877.3020
• Civil Whites – Pineapple Playhouse, Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366
JULY
Friday, July 4
INDEPENDENCE DAY
• FREEDOM FEST–. Have the best Fourth ever with this star-spangled event at the Port St. Lucie MidFlorida Event Center. Revel in the spectacular fireworks at dusk, family-friendly activities with food trucks featuring tasty treats, and live music with energetic performances by K Luv and the United Funk Foundation bands. Free for all ages. Buy tickets if you want VIP seating, meal and other amenities. 5-9 p.m. 878.2277
Saturday, July 12
• Golden Years Dance – MidFlorida Event Center, $5 admission, 6-8 p.m. 807.4499
Saturday, July 19
Christmas in July – Two-day arts and crafts festival with a huge assortment of vendors and exhibitors. Shop in air-conditioned comfort for holiday gifts. Jewelry, clothing, baked goods, soap, candles, gifts, decorations. Free but canned goods for the Treasure Coast Food bank are appreciated. Santa: noon to 2 p.m. Free. The event is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more: pottcevents.com/christmas-in-july-psl
Sunday July 20
• Christmas in July – Two-day arts and crafts festival with a huge assortment of vendors and exhibitors. Shop in air-conditioned comfort for holiday gifts. Jewelry, clothing, baked goods, soap, candles, gifts, decorations. Free but canned goods for the Treasure Coast Food bank are appreciated. See Santa between noon and 2 p.m. Free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more: pottcevents.com/christmas-in-july-psl
Tuesday, July 22
• Before You Sign the Lease Workshop – Port St. Lucie City Hall Building B training room. Workshop for new and expanding businesses guiding entrepreneurs on the city’s requirements and factors when selecting a location. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free lunch.
Saturday, July 26
• Candlelight Concert: Tribute to the famed band Queen – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 6 to 7 p.m. 807.4488
• Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Adele – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 8:30 to 10 p.m. 807.4488
Sunday, July 27
• Cars and Coffee – Port St. Lucie History Museum by the Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland, 8-10 a.m. 877.3020
AUGUST
Friday, Aug. 1
• Food Trucks and Tributes – Tradition Square. Tonight, a tribute to Prince plus tasty food bites will make this a memorable evening from 5-9 p.m. No phone number given.
Sunday, Aug. 10
• Free back-to-school haircuts – for all school-age children by Carebag at the MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. Enjoy music, food, giveaways and more. School supplies will be given to the first 200 kids. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 807.4488
Monday, Aug. 11
BACK TO SCHOOL DAY
• St. Lucie County School District – 429.3600
Saturday, Aug. 23
• CCW Ultimate Wrestling – Port St. Lucie MidFlorida Event Center, 7-10 p.m. 807.4488
Thursday, Aug. 28
• Treasure Coast Builders Showcase – Meet builders and subcontractors and discuss your dream house or renovations. MidFlorida Event Center. There is an admission fee. All day. 807.4488
• Special Populations Dance – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. For ages 15 and older. Snacks and drinks will be served. $5 per person, caregivers free. 6-8 p.m. 878.2277
Friday, Aug. 29
• Splashpad Fun and Popsicles – Tradition splash pad in the square, 11 a.m. to noon. No number given.
Sunday, Aug. 31
• Cars and Coffee – Port St. Lucie History Museum by the Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland, 8-10 a.m. 877.3020
SEPTEMBER
Monday, Sept. 1
LABOR DAY
Friday, Sept. 5
• The Soapy Murder Case – Life in a soap opera meets life in a penthouse with associated madness. Pineapple Playhouse, 7 p.m. 465.0366
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June 13, 2025
