By Miranda Hausman
DECEMBER 29-APRIL 27
Palm Beach Polo Season
High-goal matches, festive sidelines and Sunday polo traditions anchor one of the sport’s premier seasons at the National Polo Center in Wellington, Florida. 3667 120th Ave S., Wellington; thepalmbeaches.com
JANUARY 25
Life Time Miami Marathon & Half
A marathon with tropical views and the sounds of the city. Participants will finish alongside the water at South Beach’s Bayfront Park and enjoy a post-race festival. 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; themiamimarathon.com
JANUARY 25–FEBRUARY 5
Sun & Stars International Film Festival
Global cinema returns to South Florida for its fourth year, as the Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival brings filmmaker panels and standout international selections—ranging from documentaries to genres including history, LGBTQIA+ and romance—to Palm Beach County venues. Tickets from $35 per screening, with multifilm packages available. Primary venue: 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach; sasiff.org
JANUARY 28-FEBRUARY 1
Art Palm Beach
A leading contemporary and modern art fair, with international galleries, artist talks and cutting-edge installations. Tickets from $40. 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach; artpalmbeach.com
FEBRUARY 19-22
Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF)
Celebrity chefs, beachfront tastings, foodie seminars, wine and spirits sipping, and late-night events transform Miami Beach into a four-day celebration of culinary delights. Tickets from $59. Various locations throughout South Beach; sobewff.org @sobeff