12+ Top Florida Events in June 2024

Last Updated on April 19, 2024

This list of the best Florida events in June includes our favorites you won’t want to miss.

These events happen to be sprinkled throughout the Sunshine State, so we recommend planning a weekend getaway and exploring the surrounding areas.

NOTE: The events are listed chronologically.

Her Turn Surf Fest at Flagler Beach

When: June 1, 2024, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Where: Wadsworth Skate Park, 2200 Moody Blvd, Flagler Beach, FL 32136

More Information: This is Flagler Beach’s first-ever women’s surf festival. Friday night is the surf festival to help kick off the event before Saturday’s surf festival.

Learn more about this event from Elevate Events.

Check out the 14 Best Surfing Beaches in Florida. Also, don’t miss Things to Do on the Palm Coast and Flagler Beaches while you are in the area.

70th Annual Chiefland Watermelon Festival

When: June 1, 2024, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm (The parade begins at 11:00 am.)

Where: 23 SE 2nd Avenue, Chiefland, FL 32626

More information: The Chiefland Watermelon Festival is an outdoor event that includes delicious free sliced watermelon, live entertainment, a parade, craft vendors to shop from, and tons of food vendors.

The watermelon for this Florida festival is locally grown and donated by area farmers. 

Learn more about the event from their official Facebook page.

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While in the area, go for a joy ride out to Cedar Key. Learn more about Cedar Key.

30th Annual Wellborn Blueberry Festival

When: June 1st, 2024 from 7:30 am -3:30 pm (rainy day date: June 2nd)

Where: Andrews Square, 1340 8th Avenue Wellborn, Fl. 32094

More Information: Head to the Wellborn Blueberry Festival for a locally grown blueberry celebration.

You can also enjoy a parade, live entertainment, children’s games, shop for plants, or check out a car show.

You also have the opportunity to visit the Country Store.

Learn more about the event from Visit Suwannee.

Speaking of blueberries, don’t miss these great blueberry recipes:

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Inaugural Southern Hill Farms Sweetcorn Festival

When: June 8th, 2024 through June 9th, 2024

Where: Southern Hill Farms – 16651 Schofield Rd, Clermont, FL 34714

More Information: This special weekend on the farm celebrates the farm’s sweetcorn harvest, highlighting the rich family tradition of growing sweetcorn and includes lots of festival fun.

This will be a ticketed event. Please check back and keep an eye on their social media pages for more event information.

4th Annual Great Florida Bigfoot Conference in Ocala

When: June 8, 2024

Where: World Equestrian Center, 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL 34482

More information: The 4th Annual Great Florida Bigfoot Conference is happening in Ocala, FL on June 8, 2024.

Enjoy a fun-filled day exploring the mysteries of Bigfoot and other cryptic creatures. Some of the best researchers from all over, plus local Bigfoot buffs.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity. Tickets start at $25 for general admission, but for just $35, you can snag a reserved seat.

Music in the Garden at Naples Botanical Garden

When: June 15, 2024 at 12:30 pm

Where: Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr., Naples, FL 34112

More information: Music in the Garden is a Southwest Florida event that brings together botanical beauty, live music, and art.

Local musicians perform on stage. Guests are encouraged to bring their own seating.

Relax on the garden lawn and enjoy June’s performers the Heat Latin Jazz Band, a 7-piece salsa/Latin Jazz group featuring students from Florida Gulf Coast University and Florida Southwestern State College in Fort Myers, Florida.

Performances are included in general admission to the garden. 

Learn more about the event from the official Naples Garden website.

Check out our favorite beaches in Southwest Florida and the Naples, FL Ultimate Trip Guide.

The Juicy Truth About Tropical Fruits in Key West

When: June 15, 2024, 9:00 am until noon.

Where: Harry S Truman Little White House, 111 Front St, Naval Air Station Key West, FL 33040

More information: The event includes fresh fruit, local vendors, and kids’ activities.

Cocktails, fruit, and fruit trees are available for purchase.

Learn more about the event from Truman Little Whitehouse.

While you’re in the area, check out: Enjoy a Fun-Filled Weekend In Authentic Key West.

19th Annual Waterlily Celebration at Vero Beach

When: June 15, 2024, from 8:30 am – 2:00 pm

Where: McKee Botanical Garden, 350 US Highway 1, Vero Beach, FL 32962

More information: The 19^th Annual Waterlily Celebration is an event that showcases the garden’s stunning collection of water lilies and lotus.

A photo contest is held in conjunction with the garden festival, featuring photographs taken within the garden.

It’s an excellent opportunity for the entire family to enjoy art, the natural beauty of the garden, and its ponds and waterways.

Learn more about the event from McKee Garden.

Before heading to the festival, check out: McKee Botanical Garden Has Something for Everyone.

Father’s Day Special at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

When: June 16, 2024 at 9:00 am

Where: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 4700 SW 58th Dr, Gainesville, FL 32608

More information: On Father’s Day, fathers get free admission into Kanapaha.

Moon Over Croom Trail Run in Brooksville

When: June 8, 2024, at 5:30 pm

Where: Croom Park, 26416 Croom Rd, Brooksville, FL 34601

More information: Moon Over Croom is a trail run featuring 7-mile, 14-mile, and 21-mile trail runs.

The event includes great food, t-shirts, racing with up to 300 runners in the dark through a well-lit course, and utilizing glow sticks, headlamps, and flashlights.

Learn more about the event from Croom Zoom.

While in the area, check out: Put the Florida Mermaid Trail in Brooksville on Your Bucket List and Exploring Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville – Weeki Wachee.

Keel Farms Watermelon Weekend in Plant City

When: June 22nd, 2024 through June 23rd, 2024, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Where: Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosassa Rd, Plant City, FL

More Information: Keel Farms Watermelon Weekend lets you enjoy delicious food and drinks, unique vendors, and much more.

Parking and admission are free.

Learn more about the event from Keel Farms.

While in the area, enjoy the 15 Best Things to Do in Lakeland.

Orlando Seafood Festival – Orlando

When: June 8^th – June 9^th, 2024

Where: Festival Park, 2911 E Robinson St., Orlando, FL 32803, USA, Orlando, FL

Description: The Orlando Seafood Festival is a great Central Florida food festival to attend. The two-day event is held in Festival Park.

Enjoy fresh seafood, arts and crafts booths, live entertainment, and a boat show at this family-friendly event.

Admission is $10 per adult and $5 per child ages 6-11. Children age 5 and under are admitted free.

While you are in the area, make sure to check out: 17 Best Things to Do in the Orlando Milk District

Summer Fruit Festival in Homestead

When: 2024 event information to be announced

Where: Fruit and Spice Park, 24801 SW 187th Avenue, Homestead, FL 33031 

More information: Preston B. Bird and Mary Heinlein’s Fruit and Spice Park in Homestead showcases local agriculture and tropical fruits that thrive in the summer.

Vendors feature cuisine, crafts, and tropical fruit trees. Sign up for fruit or honey tastings while supplies last for a $5 fee.

Learn more about the event from Redland Fruit and Spice.

While in the area check out the 5 Best Things to Do in Homestead, FL or Swim with an Alligator in Homestead, FL

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Did we miss one of your favorite Florida events in June? Let us know about it in the comments below. 

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