Get outside and enjoy the these cooler autumn days at one of these fun-filled fall events featuring tasty food + beverages
NOVEMBER 6-8
Jupiter: Galbani Feast of Little Italy
This three-day street festival celebrating the heart of Italian life and culture hits downtown Abacoa on Friday and keeps the party going all weekend long. Celebrating Italy for the 25th straight year, the festival features authentic Italian cuisine from local vendors, live music, artisan shopping, and more. General admission is free, but you can purchase a “VIP Villa,” a private tent space in the amphitheater, with bistro lights, a dining table, and comfy seating for up to eight. Plus, enjoy personal cocktail service right in your villa ($250-$500). Those coming mainly for the music might want to snag reserved Stage Pod Seating ($100/day), which includes four Adirondack chairs set up right by the stage for a premium viewing experience, with a small dining table, and cocktail service. Purchase upgrades here.
NOVEMBER 6-8
West Palm Beach: Dream Asia Festival
If you’re passionate about Asian food and culture, this one’s for you. Sample Asian cuisine from 80+ vendors, shop more than 30 arts/crafts + anime vendors, enjoy K-Pop meet-ups, live music, a K-Star Circus performance, a karaoke contest, Squid Game competition, and so much more all weekend long. Click here to learn more and purchase tickets ($14+/GA; $39+ VIP; kids under 10 free).
NOVEMBER 14
Jupiter: Tequesta Chili Cook-Off & Beer Tasting
Unlimited chili, craft beer, and live music, all to support veterans… What’s not to love about the annual Tequesta Chili Cook-Off? This year, the event takes place at Jupiter’s Seabreeze Amphitheater, Saturday from 2-6 p.m. Watch 30+ local fire departments and other public safety teams battle it out for the title and eat (and drink) all you want, all included with ticket purchase. This year’s guest judges include familiar faces like former local weatherman Steve Weagle, WPTV morning anchor Ashley Glass, Miami Marlin Logan Morrison, golfer Nick Price, and Flavor’s very own Kerri Paizzi. $39/GA; $72 includes commemorative glass beer mug and T-shirt. View the music lineup and purchase tickets here.
NOVEMBER 21
Boca Raton Wine & Food Festival
Savor wine, spirits, and artisanal bites from local chefs at this one-night celebration in Boca’s Sanborn Square Park (5:30-10 p.m.). Sample cuisine from a variety of “culinary villages,” shop the bazaar, purchase wines featured at the event, and vote for your favorite chef in the culinary chef competition. $98 GA; $172 VIP; $229 VIP + Lounge admission. Proceeds benefit Children’s Giving Foundation. Purchase tickets here.