The Palm Beaches Announce Winter Season Calendar of Events

DECEMBER

Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival (December 11-14)

Already considered a distinguished, staple event on Palm Beach's annual social roster, The Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival has earned its place as one of the nation's premier culinary festivals. The festival brings together an eclectic collection of the world's most illustrious, award-winning chefs, culinary personalities, authors, winemakers and mixologists to this picturesque island of South Florida each December. Chef lineup coming soon for 2014.

JANUARY

Palm Beach International Polo Season (January 4-April 19)

The sport of kings once again makes its annual visit to The Palm Beaches at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, bringing an entire season of exciting competition, highlighted by the US Polo Open. Starting in early January, the weekly Sunday afternoon event will be the epicenter of social activity, as many of the world's finest competitors come to show their riding skills in High and Medium Goal matches.

FTI Winter Equestrian Festival (January-March)

The FTI Winter Equestrian Festival events showcase the partnership of horse and rider during through the thrills and grace of show jumping and the elegance of dressage. Some of the most experienced individuals perform during the largest and longest running horse show in the world. Dressage combines the ballet of balance and beauty, while show jumping keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, as the graceful animals fly over fences and stiles in an exciting display of power and riding talent.

ArtPalmBeach (January 21-25)

A unique blend of multi-medium art such as ceramics, photography, sculpture, and canvas makes ArtPalmBeach a cultural stand out in a full season of outstanding art and antique shows. Since opening in 1997, ArtPalmBeach has been considered one of the most influential contemporary art fairs in South Florida by critics and art enthusiasts alike.

FEBRUARY

Allianz Championship (February 2-8)

Spectators at the Allianz Championship are in for a treat, as the best Championship Tour Professionals shoot it out in stroke play with a total purse of $1.8 million. More than just a spectator event, Allianz features adult and junior Pro-Am tournaments, putting contests, clinics, and more.

American International Fine Art Fair (February 3-8)

An impressive array of painting and design from many of the most prestigious art dealers in the world as well as sculptures, jewelry, antiques, and decorative designs from classical antiquity to contemporary creations are on display for all to enjoy during the festival.

Delray Beach Open (February 13-22)

See current and past legends of high-caliber professional tennis compete in more than a week of matches, and enjoy special events and parties along the iconic Atlantic Avenue District of Delray Beach. The event includes the ATP Champions Cup featuring legends of the past competing as Team USA vs Team International, followed by ATP World Tour action - bringing fans the top tennis stars in the world. attracting popular names in tennis such as Andy Roddick, Mikael Pernfors and Aaron Krickstein.

Palm Beach Jewelry, Art & Antique Show (February 13-17)

Each year the Palm Beach Jewelry, Art & Antique Show welcomes the best of the art world from around the globe – connoisseurs, private collectors, museum curators and high-end interior designers. Held at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, this largest-show-of-its-kind features exhibitors showcasing fine art, jewelry, furniture and sculpture.

Honda Classic (February 23-March 1)

Make way for the PGA Tour as it stops for its annual visit to one of professional golf's most notable locations – PGA National Resort & Spa. A tour highlight for players and fans alike, the Champion Course – home of the famous Bear Trap and toughest golf course in Florida, according to the PGA Tour – hosts the prestigious Honda Classic. Past tournament participants include Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Rickie Fowler and Lee Westwood.

MARCH

Spring Training at Roger Dean (March 1-30)

Roger Dean Stadium welcomes one of baseball's most historic franchises – the St. Louis Cardinals – and the local boys of summer – the Miami Marlins – for Spring Training each year. As the only venue to host two MLB teams each spring, baseball enthusiasts will find the stadium and schedule allow for plenty of opportunities to sing "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" during the seventh inning stretch and enjoy a spring day of fun in the sun.

Festival of the Arts (March 5-15)

The Festival of the Arts BOCA is an extraordinary, multi-day cultural arts event bringing excitement and new experiences illustrating why Boca Raton and The Palm Beaches are Florida's Cultural Capital®. Audiences will delight in some of the world's most sought after jazz, opera and classical performers, as well as recognized, award-winning authors and speakers.

Palm Beach International Boat Show (March 26-29)

If you need a boat, want a boat, or just fantasize about boats, the Palm Beach International Boat Show is the place to be. One of the top 10 boat shows in the world, this event has an unprecedented number of vessels on display amid balmy breezes – Cigarette, Comanche or Super Cat; inflatable, cruiser or runabout; fishing, high performance or super yacht.

Palm Beach International Film Festival (March 27-April 3)

For the past dozen years, the Palm Beach International Film Festival has showcased thousands of award-winning films, hosted filmmakers, actors, industry professionals and press from around the globe. This week-long event features a variety of American and International independent films and has hosted a bevy of top celebrities and filmmakers, including Anthony Hopkins, Tommy Lee Jones, Salma Hayek, and Samuel L. Jackson, to name a few.

Boca Bacchanal (March TBD)

Sip, savor, and bid at Boca Bacchanal, a one-of-a-kind weekend of delectable dinners featuring renowned South Florida chefs and unique vintage wines presented in unparalleled settings. Boca Bacchanal showcases a menu of special events filled with gastronomical pleasures and wonderful wines for an unforgettable dining experience.

APRIL

International Gay Polo Tournament (April 10-11)

Hosted by the Gay Polo League, the 6th Annual International Gay Polo Tournament takes place at the Grand Champions Club in Wellington for a weekend full of activities. The event gathers a community that shares a love for adventure, fun, and the beautiful, challenging sport of polo – representing a wide range of ages, backgrounds and skill levels.

Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction (April TBD)

Gearing up for its 13th year, the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction draws more than 50,000 attendees to the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach. The Auction features rare, high-end, collector, vintage, exotics, customs, classics and hot-rods – all for sale.

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