CITY OF PLANTATION 2017 ANNUAL EVENTS

SPRING (March – May)

• Spring Break Camp:A program for children ages 5-10, held during spring recess.
• Spring Break Tennis Camp: The Parks and Recreation Department offers a tennis 
• program for children ages 6-16, designed for all levels of skill. It is held during spring
•  recess.
• Spring Equestrian Programs: Children ages 4-17 can sign up for Share-a-Pony
•  and horseback riding lesson weekly programs. Call 954-476-4316 for information.
• Multi-family Garage Sale: Anyone interested in participating can register at
•  Volunteer Park. Tables are not supplied. Space is limited. For more information
•  call 954-452-2558.
• Royal Egg Hunt: An egg hunt for children ages 3-10.
• Plantation’s Got Talent: Local top rated talent of all ages is spotlighted in
•  this competition. This is a fun and entertaining evening that the whole family
•  will enjoy.
• Teddy Bear Picnic: Bring your teddy bear, lunch and a blanket or chair to
•  the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library. Animated storytelling where children
•  become part of the fun!
• Memorial Day Service: Sponsored by the City of Plantation. Elected state and
•  local officials will be present as we honor our Veterans. For more information
•  please call 954-452-2510.

SUMMER (June – August)

• Summer Recreation Programs: The Parks and Recreation Department offers 
• a variety of summer camp programs for children ages 5-16.

• Fourth of July Celebration: A parade, concert and fireworks event is held.
• Children’s Summer Reading Program: A reading program is offered at
•  Helen B. Hoffman Library in June and July.
• Summer Equestrian Programs:  Children ages 4-17 can sign up for 
• Share-a-Pony and Horse Back Riding Lesson weekly programs. 
• Call 954-476-4316 for information.
• Daddy-Daughter Dance: Dads and their daughters, ages 6 – 12, are invited
•  to a night of fun. Tunes, pizza, punch, contests and prizes, and much more will 
• ensure a good time is had by all!
• Wine, Jazz and Taste of Plantation: Presented by the Greater Plantation 
• Chamber of Commerce. Sample over 100 varieties of vintage wines, in addition 
• to enjoying signature dishes from the area’s finest restaurants. Plus, join in the fun
•  with our Raffle and Silent Auction and bid on terrific items on display. 
• Call 954-587-1410 for information and sponsorship opportunities.
• Mother-Son Party: Mothers and their sons, ages 6 – 10, are invited to a
•  night of fun.  Join us for tunes, pizza, punch, contests and prizes, and a
•  good time for everyone!

FALL (September – November)

• Art Search: A visual arts competition for students in grades K-12, sponsored 
• by the City of Plantation Parks & Recreation Department and the 
• Plantation Junior Woman’s Club.
• Youth Hot Shot Basketball Tournament: Held in the Central Park Gym in
•  September. Various age divisions. For information, call 954-452-2510.
• Halloween & Safety Festival: Held in October, this event is presented by 
• the Plantation Parks & Recreation and Police departments. Enjoy a children’s 
• carnival, haunted house (not recommended for children under 6), Police and Fire 
• safety exhibits, live music, raffles and door prizes. Held at Volunteer Park.
•  Call 954-452-2510 or 954-916-5601.
• Plantation Volunteer Firefighter Association Barbecue: Annual fund-raising event,
•  which is open to the public, and offers the best barbecue in Plantation.
• Free Influenza Vaccination: For Plantation residents over 55 years of age or those 
• chronically ill.
• Veteran’s Day Service: The City of Plantation invites you to join elected officials 
• and local dignitaries as we honor our Veterans. For more information call 954-452-2510
• Art in the Park: Presented by Plantation Junior Woman’s Club and hosted by the 
• City of Plantation; an outdoor juried Art Show offering food and beverages for
•  purchase, musical entertainment and featuring a Kids Korner with arts and 
• crafts and entertainment activities for children of all ages.
• “It’s a Wonderful Life in Plantation” Holiday Parade: Presented by the
•  Chamber of Commerce and hosted by the City of Plantation.

WINTER (December – February)

• Forrest Gump Table Tennis Tournament: Held annually in December.
•  Double elimination tournament. Trophies awarded for 1st and 2nd place
•  winners in all divisions. Call 954-452-2510 or 954-585-2344.
• Winter Wonderland Museum Exhibit: During the months of December
•  and January, the Historical Museum displays an exhibit on various Christmas
•  and Chanukah items.
• Winter Wonderland Winter Break Camps: The Parks and Recreation Department
•  offers a children’s camp program held during winter recess for ages 5-10.
• Holiday Tennis Camp: The Parks and Recreation Department offers a tennis
•  program for children ages 6-16, designed for all levels of skill. It is held during
•  winter recess.
• Holiday Equestrian Programs: Children ages 4-17 can sign up for Share-a
• -Pony and Horse Back Riding Lesson weekly programs. Call 954-476-4316 for 
• information.
• Santa’s Visit: Santa and his elves will visit every street in Plantation on Christmas Eve.
• Doggie Palooza: Presented by the Parks & Recreation Department,
•  this event is designed to provide canines and their owners with information
•  on products and services local companies have to offer. Vendor Space is available.
•  For more information call 954-452-2506