Key Takeaways
- Wellington hosts a free Saturday evening concert at the Amphitheater on September 19 with Foo Fight and Still Alive, tributes to Foo Fighters and Pearl Jam, from 6:30 to 10:00 PM. Food trucks are on site.
- Hispanic Heritage Night takes over the Wellington Amphitheater on Friday evening, September 18, from 5:00 to 10:00 PM, free and open to the public.
- The Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach opens a new exhibition, Visible Fictions: Photography and Artifice, on Saturday, September 19, and Art After Dark runs Friday evening.
- National Dance Day at the Kravis Center on Saturday, September 19, is free with registration required, and the Kravis Center garage offers free parking for the event.
- Lake Clarke Shores has no verified public events inside the town this weekend. Nearby options include Okeeheelee Park and the Norton and Kravis venues in West Palm Beach.
Things to do this weekend in Palm Beach County include a free Saturday evening concert in Wellington, Hispanic Heritage Night at the Wellington Amphitheater on Friday, National Dance Day at the Kravis Center, and a new exhibition opening at the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach. This guide covers verified events happening Friday, September 18 through Sunday, September 20, spanning Lake Clarke Shores, Wellington, West Palm Beach, and other communities across the county.
I am Rhonda Townsend with RE/MAX Excellence, and I share this weekly guide to help residents and visitors discover everything Palm Beach County has to offer. You can always find the newest edition on my Palm Beach County Weekend Guide hub.
Event details are verified from official sources. Check each event's official page for the latest updates before heading out.
Key Takeaways
- Free Wellington concert: The Weekend Concert Series at the Wellington Amphitheater features Foo Fight and Still Alive, tributes to Foo Fighters and Pearl Jam, on Saturday, September 19, from 6:30 to 10:00 PM. Food trucks are on site.
- Hispanic Heritage Night: Wellington celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month at the Amphitheater on Friday, September 18, from 5:00 to 10:00 PM, with food, music, and dancing, free and open to the public.
- New Norton exhibition: The Norton Museum opens Visible Fictions: Photography and Artifice on Saturday, September 19, and Art After Dark runs Friday evening from 5:00 to 10:00 PM.
- National Dance Day: The Kravis Center hosts a free National Dance Day on Saturday, September 19, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Registration is required and garage parking is free for the event.
- Lake Clarke Shores: No verified public events inside the town this weekend. Nearby alternatives include Okeeheelee Park and the Norton and Kravis venues in West Palm Beach.
Palm Beach County Weekend at a Glance
| Event | City | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic Heritage Night | Wellington | Friday | 5:00-10:00 PM |
| Weekend Concert Series: Foo Fight and Still Alive | Wellington | Saturday | 6:30-10:00 PM |
| Wellington International September Horse Show | Wellington | Thu-Sun | Daytime |
| Art After Dark at the Norton | West Palm Beach | Friday | 5:00-10:00 PM |
| National Dance Day at the Kravis Center | West Palm Beach | Saturday | 11:00 AM-4:00 PM |
| Beehive: The 60s Musical | Delray Beach | Fri-Sun | Fri 7:30 PM; Sat 2 and 7:30 PM; Sun 2 PM |
| Free Tribute Concert at Abacoa | Jupiter | Saturday | 7:30-10:30 PM |
| Visible Fictions exhibition opening | West Palm Beach | Saturday | Museum hours |
Lake Clarke Shores
According to the Town of Lake Clarke Shores official calendar, no public community events are scheduled inside the town for the weekend of September 18 to 20, 2026. The town's calendar for this period lists regular government business earlier in the week, including Town Council and Community Redevelopment Agency meetings, with nothing announced for Friday through Sunday.
Lake Clarke Shores is a small waterfront community, and its public events calendar typically features seasonal gatherings rather than weekly programming. For a weekend with no town-hosted events, the nearby parks and West Palm Beach venues remain open for recreation and entertainment.
If you are curious about the area, you can read more about what it is like to live in this waterfront community in my Lake Clarke Shores living guide. If you are considering a move, browse the Lake Clarke Shores neighborhood page for more about the community.
Things to Do Near Lake Clarke Shores This Weekend
Lake Clarke Shores sits within a short drive of several active event venues. Here are verified options in nearby cities:
Okeeheelee Park: West Palm Beach (about 10 minutes)
Okeeheelee Park is a 1,700-acre county park located off Forest Hill Boulevard, just a short drive from Lake Clarke Shores. The park offers hiking and biking trails, fishing, paddle boating on its lakes, an equestrian center, and golf. It is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Admission and parking are free, though some activities and facility rentals may have fees. Find more outdoor ideas in my parks and outdoor recreation guide.
Norton Museum of Art: West Palm Beach (about 15 minutes)
The Norton stays open late on Friday evening for Art After Dark, running from 5:00 to 10:00 PM with extended gallery hours and programming. On Saturday, the museum opens a new exhibition, Visible Fictions: Photography and Artifice. It is an easy drive from Lake Clarke Shores and a strong choice for a weekend visit.
Kravis Center: West Palm Beach (about 15 minutes)
The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts hosts National Dance Day on Saturday, September 19, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event is free with registration, and garage parking is free for attendees, making it a convenient outing for anyone based near Lake Clarke Shores.
Wellington
Wellington's weekend is anchored by two nights at the Amphitheater, starting with Hispanic Heritage Night on Friday and a free tribute concert on Saturday, while the Wellington International September Horse Show runs through Sunday at Equestrian Village. Here is what is verified for September 18 to 20.
Hispanic Heritage Night at the Wellington Amphitheater
Wellington kicks off National Hispanic Heritage Month with Hispanic Heritage Night at the Wellington Amphitheater on Friday evening. The celebration features food, music, dancing, family-friendly activities, and performances, including groups from Palm Beach County schools.
- Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Venue: Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Boulevard, Wellington, FL 33414
- Admission: Free and open to the public
- Official event page
Weekend Concert Series: Foo Fight and Still Alive
The free Weekend Concert Series at the Wellington Amphitheater returns on Saturday evening with Foo Fight, a tribute to Foo Fighters, and Still Alive, a tribute to Pearl Jam. Food trucks are on site from 6:30 to 10:00 PM. It is a relaxed outdoor evening on the lawn, so bring a low-profile chair or blanket.
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Time: 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
- Venue: Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Boulevard, Wellington, FL 33414
- Admission: Free and open to the public
- What to Know: Food trucks are on site; the Wellington recreation department posts the food truck lineup closer to the event.
- Official event page
Wellington International September Horse Show
Wellington International hosts its September Horse Show at Equestrian Village from Thursday, September 17 through Sunday, September 20, a hunter and jumper competition running through the entire weekend. The venue offers free daytime general admission to its events.
- Dates: Thursday, September 17 through Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Time: Daytime competition hours; check the daily schedule
- Venue: Equestrian Village, 13500 South Shore Boulevard, Wellington, FL 33414
- Admission: Free daytime general admission per the venue; no tickets required
- Official event page
If you are thinking about what it is like to live in Wellington, my Wellington living guide covers neighborhoods, homes, parks, and the equestrian lifestyle.
West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach offers a lively weekend this week, from Friday-evening art at the Norton to a free all-ages dance celebration at the Kravis Center on Saturday. Here are the verified highlights for September 18 to 20.
Art After Dark at the Norton Museum of Art
The Norton Museum stays open late on Friday evening for Art After Dark, a weekly program featuring extended gallery hours, live performances, art-making activities, and tours. It is a relaxed way to spend a Friday night downtown.
- Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Location: Norton Museum of Art, 1450 S Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- Admission: $10 for adults and seniors, $5 for students, free for members
- Tickets: Available at the reception desk or online
- Official event page
Visible Fictions: Photography and Artifice at the Norton Museum
The Norton opens a new exhibition, Visible Fictions: Photography and Artifice, on Saturday, September 19, on view through February 2027. If you are planning a museum visit this weekend, the opening day is a good time to see the new show alongside the museum's other current exhibitions.
- Date: Opens Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Location: Norton Museum of Art, 1450 S Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- Admission: Museum admission applies; check the museum's page for rates
- Official exhibition page
National Dance Day at the Kravis Center
The Kravis Center is the national host of Dance Day 2026, a free celebration of dance for all ages and levels. The day includes a community marketplace, a group warm-up, workshops in styles from hip-hop to ballroom, a Kids Zone, and a closing group routine. Registration is required, and admission to specific workshops is first come, first served as space allows.
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM; activities run from 11:30 AM
- Venue: Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- Admission: Free, but registration is required
- Parking: The Kravis Center garage offers free parking for the event; space is limited, so carpooling is recommended
- Official event page
Alternatively, read my West Palm Beach living guide for a closer look at the neighborhoods around downtown.
More Things to Do Around Palm Beach County This Weekend
Delray Beach
Beehive: The 60s Musical at the Delray Beach Playhouse
The Delray Beach Playhouse stages Beehive: The 60s Musical, a high-energy jukebox celebration of the powerful female voices of the 1960s, with more than 40 iconic songs. Performances run all three days of the weekend.
- Dates: Friday, September 18 through Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Times: Friday 7:30 PM; Saturday 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM; Sunday 2:00 PM
- Venue: Delray Beach Playhouse, 950 NW 9th Street, Delray Beach, FL 33444
- Admission: Ticketed; tickets start at $45 and are purchased through the Playhouse
- Official ticket page
Jupiter
Free Tribute Concert Series at the Abacoa Amphitheater
Downtown Abacoa hosts a free tribute concert on Saturday evening, an evening of 60s and 70s classic rock at the Abacoa Amphitheater. It is a free outdoor show, with optional reserved seating available.
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
- Venue: Abacoa Amphitheater, 1267 Main Street, Jupiter, FL 33458
- Admission: Free; optional reserved seating available
- Official event page
What Should You Know Before Heading Out This Weekend?
- Weather: Mid-September in Palm Beach County is hot and humid, with afternoon thunderstorms common. Bring water, sunscreen, and a hat for daytime events, and plan outdoor time for the mornings and early afternoons when possible.
- Wellington Amphitheater: The Friday and Saturday events are free on the lawn. Bring a low-profile chair or blanket, and note that food trucks are on site for the Saturday concert. Check the Wellington recreation department page for the food truck lineup.
- National Dance Day: Registration is required for this free event at the Kravis Center, and garage parking is free for attendees. Arrive early, as workshop space is first come, first served.
- Norton Museum: Art After Dark admission is $10 for adults and seniors and $5 for students, with members free. The new Visible Fictions exhibition opens Saturday.
- Horse show: Wellington International offers free daytime general admission to its September Horse Show, with specific competition times varying by day. Check the daily schedule on the official page.
- Plan ahead: Weekend event schedules can change. Check each event's official page before heading out for the latest times, prices, and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is happening this weekend in Palm Beach County?
This weekend (September 18 to 20, 2026) includes Hispanic Heritage Night at the Wellington Amphitheater on Friday, the free Weekend Concert Series with Foo Fight and Still Alive at the Amphitheater on Saturday, National Dance Day at the Kravis Center on Saturday, the Norton Museum opening its Visible Fictions exhibition and hosting Art After Dark on Friday, and the Wellington International September Horse Show through Sunday. Delray Beach features Beehive: The 60s Musical at the Playhouse, and Jupiter offers a free tribute concert at the Abacoa Amphitheater.
Are there free events in Palm Beach County this weekend?
Yes. The Wellington Amphitheater events on Friday and Saturday are free and open to the public. National Dance Day at the Kravis Center is free but requires registration, with free garage parking. The free tribute concert at the Abacoa Amphitheater in Jupiter on Saturday evening is also free. Check each event's official page for the most current details.
What can I do outdoors in Palm Beach County this weekend?
Outdoor options include the Wellington Amphitheater events on Friday and Saturday evenings, the Wellington International September Horse Show at Equestrian Village during daytime hours through Sunday, the free tribute concert at the Abacoa Amphitheater in Jupiter on Saturday, and a quiet walk through Okeeheelee Park near Lake Clarke Shores. Mid-September afternoons in Palm Beach County often bring thunderstorms, so schedule outdoor activities for the mornings and early afternoons when possible.
Is there anything to do near Lake Clarke Shores this weekend?
Lake Clarke Shores does not have verified public events inside the town this weekend. Nearby options include Okeeheelee Park, about 10 minutes away and open daily free of charge, the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach, about 15 minutes away, which hosts Art After Dark on Friday and opens Visible Fictions on Saturday, and National Dance Day at the Kravis Center on Saturday.
Do I need tickets or passes for events this weekend?
National Dance Day at the Kravis Center is free but requires registration in advance. Beehive: The 60s Musical at the Delray Beach Playhouse requires tickets, which start at $45. The Wellington Amphitheater events and the Jupiter tribute concert are free and do not require advance passes. The Norton Museum charges standard Art After Dark admission of $10 for adults and seniors and $5 for students, with members free. Check each event's official page for the most current details.
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Sources
Sources referenced in this article:
- • Village of Wellington — Hispanic Heritage Night
- • Village of Wellington — Amphitheater schedule, Weekend Concert Series ft. Foo Fight and Still Alive
- • Wellington International — September Horse Show at Equestrian Village
- • Norton Museum of Art — Art After Dark: Friday, September 18
- • Norton Museum of Art — Visible Fictions: Photography and Artifice
- • Kravis Center for the Performing Arts — National Dance Day
- • Delray Beach Playhouse — Beehive: The 60s Musical
- • Legends Radio — Free Tribute Concert Series at Abacoa
- • Town of Lake Clarke Shores — Community events calendar
- • Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation — Okeeheelee Park
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