Central Palm Beach
Palm Beach Ice Works
Palm Beach Ice Works in West Palm Beach is an Olympic size ice facility. It is primarily dedicated as a training center for the serious figure skater and hockey player however there are Family Skate times as well. The PBIW offers camps, classes, birthday parties and training for serious athletes. This new facility is a great place for families to enjoy time together or for the kids to learn figure skating, hockey, or even gymnastics. There are vending machines in case you need to snack and relax.
Mounts Botanical Garden
Mounts Botanical Garden in West Palm Beach is a wonderful place to explore the flora and fauna of South Florida. Mounts Botanical Garden offers classes and special events to help educate and excite Floridians about the diversity that abounds in this area. Mounts hosts the Fall Family Festival, Connoisseurs Garden Tour on Mother's Day and the Tropical Fruit Festival. Admire or taste or buy several of the specimens highlighted at the events or in the garden. Restrooms are located adjacent to the garden shop.
Phipps Skate Park
Phipps Skate Park in West Palm Beach features about 23,000 square feet of a concrete base surface with metal ramps and decks made with Skate-Lite Pro skating surface. Helmets with a functioning strap are mandatory (rentals available) and a waiver must be on file for all park users. Waivers must be signed by a skater’s parent or legal guardian if under the age of 18. Phipps Skate Park is located just south of Southern Blvd on the west side of Dixie Highway.
Howard Park Community Center
Howard Park Community Center in West Palm Beach is located off Parker Avenue. It has the CityPaws Dog Park, 2 playground, swings, a tennis center and sports fields. The Community Center and pavillions may be rented for private events. Classes and other programming are offered at the community center. The Tennis center is located adjacent to the Palm Beach County Convention Center off Okeechobee Blvd and Parker. Just to the south is the community center, dog park, and the sports field.
Gaines Park & Warren Hawkins Aquatic Center
Gaines Park located in West Palm Beach off N. Australian Avenue consists of a community center, sports fields, aquatic center, outdoor stage, tennis center and the Adventure Island playground. Gaines Park was named after West Palm Beach's first African American Recreation Department and is the city's largest regional park at 56+ acres. The community center and the pavillions may be rented for private events and parties. The park is open daily except Sundays. The hours of the aquatic center and tennis center need to be confirmed before visiting.
Lake Lytal Park & Family Aquatic Center
Lake Lytal Park in West Palm Beach is a 70 acres park and Family Aquatic Center. It features several sports fields and the fun pool with slides and splash playground. This popular and affordable public park is filled with many fun activities the entire family can enjoy. The park is open from sunrise to sunset and pool hours vary depending on the season. Lighted athletic fields are open until 10pm.
Okeeheelee Park
Okeeheelee Park is a regional 1700+ acre park in western Palm Beach county near Wellington. This huge park consists of a Nature Center, equestrian center, golf course, lighted courts, lighted athletic fields, bike paths, dog park (Pooch Pines), disc golf and many other amenities. From water-skiing to boating to volleyball to fishing there is something for every active family.
Henry Morrison Flagler Museum
The Flagler Museum allows visitors a glimpse into past Palm Beach glamour and fame. The wonderful historic home to Henry Flagler showcases furnishings from the early 1900s. The home, White Hall, was completed in 1902. This estate was his private 75-room, 100,000 square foot winter home. Henry M. Flagler was a key figure in the development of South Florida and is known as the Father of Miami as well as the founder of Palm Beach.
Meyer Amphitheatre
The Meyer Amphitheater is an open air venue located at the southern end of the city of West Palm Beach's Waterfront Commons. It hosts several fun family events and concerts, including the 4th on Flagler event. The large green area is a soft place to picnic and enjoy the events. Bring your own seating.
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Nancy M. Graham Centennial Square Park Fountains
The Centennial Fountain, located in Centennial Square at the south end of Clematis Street in Downtown West Palm Beach, can accommodate up to 100 people. Groups may request permits to use the fountain area for a two hour period for $25/resident & $35/non-resident. Permits do not provide exclusive use of fountain or wet play areas. This plaza includes benches, tables and chairs, as well as an interactive fountain that is a popular site for children’s play. Street -side parking and garage parking is available nearby.
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