Thank you for celebrating ManateeFest 2025!
Bringing the community together for a day of fun and learning! Our ninth annual ManateeFest celebrated the positive conservation efforts by local organizations around the Lake Worth Lagoon, the sea creatures that inhabit it and our community partners.
On Saturday, Feb. 1, we welcomed thousands of visitors of all ages who enjoyed an array of activities, including face painting, recycling relay races, insightful coastal chats, mini golf, food trucks, local vendors, mascot dance parties, and much more!
This year’s event was a huge success, thanks to the support and hard work of the Manatee Lagoon staff, the FPL Community Relations Team from across the state, dedicated volunteers and community partners.
We extend a heartfelt thank you to our community for celebrating our anniversary with us, as well as to all the vendors and exhibitors who made the day even more special. We look forward to celebrating with you all again next year!
Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.
Location: 6000 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL
Directions and parking
From Broadway to Flagler Dr. 58 th St., 59 th St. are closed. Flagler Rd. between 58 th St. And 59 th St. is also closed during the event. The only traffic allowed are shuttles and vehicles going to the handicapped parking lot.
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Event parking lot 1: Located at the Port of Palm Beach
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From I95: Exit 45th St, travel East, turn Left on Broadway Blvd., turn Right on Access Rd. and follow the road around to the parking area.
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Event parking lot 2: Located at the Riviera Beach Marina Village
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From I95: Exit 45 th St, travel East, turn Left on Broadway Blvd., turn Right into the parking lot located between 12 th & 13 th streets
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Event parking lot 3: NO SHUTTLE SERVICE AVAILABLE; WALKING LOT ONLY
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Enter address in GPS 5750 N. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach
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Handicapped parking: Directly across from Manatee Lagoon, 6000 N. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach
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Limited space; First-come, First-served – Must show state handicapped parking pass for access
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Enter on 58 th St. Only and exit using the roundabout in the west end of the parking lot onto 59 th St.
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"ManateeFest 2025 was a celebration of our cherished Florida manatees and an opportunity to showcase our team's commitment to the community," stated Meredith Rollo, manager of Manatee Lagoon. "Events like these allow us to engage with the community and share our conservation efforts and educational programs offered to the public."
Event Recognitions
ManateeFest has been recognized from The Florida Festivals & Events Association (FFEA) consecutively for the last four years! Notably, ManateeFest 2023 earned four SunSational Awards.
