As the winter sets in, those on the East End may look to spend a weekend (or a season) in the sunshine. If you happen to find yourself in the Palm Beach area, here are 20 events and experiences we suggest.
1. Shop Hampton Vintage Palm Beach
Hampton Vintage will head to Palm Beach on January 19, February 2, and February 16, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Shop over 35 curated vendors showcasing vintage fashion and handmade treasures, held on the West Palm Beach Waterfront at 100 North Clematis Street.
2. Cocktails At Palm House
Palm House recently opened its doors this November. Designed as a modern retreat that marries Palm Beach’s enduring allure with contemporary luxury, Palm House blends classic charm with a playful wonderland-esque design. Upon entering, guests are greeted by the vibrant Palm Bar, where bartenders in white tuxedo jackets craft classic and inventive cocktails, all served at the luminous pink marble bar.
3. Café Boulud at The Brazilan Court
Café Boulud at The Brazilian Court offers a romantic atmosphere that sets the tone for this award-winning French-American restaurant by celebrity chef Daniel Boulud.
4. Happenings At The Colony Hotel
It’s always a good idea to visit The Colony Hotel, whether you enjoy dining or cocktails at Swifty’s, music poolside, or Sunday Bingo. Upcoming happenings also include Holiday House’s Palm Beach Tabletop event on Monday, February 24. Over 25 top designers will each create a chic tablescape to showcase. The event will raise funds for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Christie’s presents “Unapologetically Iris: The Collection of Iris Apfel,” an online auction celebrating one of America’s most iconic style-makers. Select highlights from the collection will be on view at The Colony Hotel from January 29 to 31.
5. Coffee at Sant Ambroeus
Grab a coffee or bite at Sant Ambroeus’s Palm Beach location. Make coffee a to-go order and stroll through Royal Poinciana Plaza.
6. Brunch at The Breakers
No visit to Palm Beach would be complete without a trip to The Breakers. For brunch, we suggest The Circle. Think eggs Benedict, Belgian waffles, and omelets made to order.
7. Palm Beach Heart Ball
The American Heart Association’s annual Palm Beach Heart Ball will be held on February 13 from 6:30 to 11 PM.
8. Tea at The Flagler Museum
The Flagler Museum’s Railcar No. 91 Tea Room offers an afternoon tea in the Flagler Kenan Pavilion. The prix-fixe menu includes savory sandwiches, scones, and a selection of sweets, complemented by the museum’s tea and lemonade.
9. Le Bar a Vin
A night out in Palm Beach calls for dinner and drinks at Le Bar a Vin. This restaurant has a vibrant supper club atmosphere and often has live entertainment. Chef Matteo Caboni’s dishes are inspired by his Mediterranean heritage.
10. Wish You Were Here
The Palm Beach Historical Society’s exhibit “Wish You Were Here: Tourism in the Palm Beaches” is on display at the Richard & Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum in partnership with The Palm Beaches, Florida. The show, which runs through June 28, explores the evolution of Palm Beach’s 150-year-old tourism industry.
11. Palm Beach Polo
Head to Wellington for a Sunday polo match. Opt for brunch tickets for the ultimate experience.
12 Art Palm Beach + Contemporary
Art Palm Beach + Contemporary art fair will be held from January 22 to 26 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. The opening night premiere will be on January 22 from 5 to 9 PM. Tickets are $150. General admission tickets are $35.
13. Society of the Four Arts
A visit to the Society of the Four Arts offers the perfect morning stroll. The self-guided walking tour includes the sculpture garden, botanical gardens, and historic buildings and landmarks of the Four Arts.
14. The Winter Ball
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County’s 44th annual gala, The Winter Ball, is a black-tie event at The Breakers Palm Beach on February 7, beginning at 7 PM. The Winter Ball is Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County’s most prominent and longest-running annual fundraiser, serving children in the county.
15. Cavallino Classic
The Palm Beach Cavallino Classic returns to South Florida for its 34th annual event, celebrating the beauty, speed, history, and art of the Ferrari from Thursday, January 23, through Sunday, January 26. Tickets can be purchased here.
16. One Night at the Norton
Norton Museum of Art’s Annual Gala, One Night at the Norton, will be held on February 1 at 6:30 PM. The 2025 gala will celebrate the “Strike Fast, Dance Lightly: Artists on Boxing” exhibition and honor contemporary artist Rashid Johnson.
17. Palm Beach Hot Pink
BCRF, The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, presents the Palm Beach Hot Pink Luncheon and Symposium on Tuesday, February 11, at The Breakers starting at 11 AM.
18. Amrit Ocean Resort
Amrit Ocean Resort is a luxury wellness resort on Palm Beach County’s picturesque Singer Island. It spans seven beachfront acres and combines Eastern principles with Western luxury. The resort’s offerings are inspired by five wellness pillars: mindfulness, nutrition, fitness, relaxation, and sleep. The resort features 155 wellness-inspired guest rooms and the four-story, 103,000-square-foot revolutionary Amrit Wellness & Spa, known as the largest spa in Florida.
19. Shopping
From Worth Avenue to The Royal Poinciana Plaza, shop some of your East End favorites — Ralph Lauren, Michelle Farmer, Aerin, Marina St. Barth, LoveShackFancy, La Vie Style House, Veronica Beard, Alice + Olivia, and more. While shopping, be sure to stop at The Church Mouse, where you can spend time treasure hunting at the 4,000+ square foot resale shop.
20. Runway of Hope
Runway of Hope will be held at The Royal Poinciana Plaza on January 25, from 3 to 6 PM. The runway show benefits Place of Hope, a children and families organization that aims to end child exploitation.