What to do this weekend: Shakespeare Festival, Fire Station opening, Wing bash
The city of Riviera Beach says the new Fire Station 88 will be game changer. According to the city, the 31,000-square-foot building will have new state-of-the-art technoloy and designs.(Kaufman Lynn Construction)
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Here's your roundup of local events this weekend.
Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival
This weekend the Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival invites the community to the opening of Shakespeare by the Sea XXXIII production of William Shakespeare's 'Measure for Measure."
The free outdoor performance is a decade-long tradition that's presented in a cultural partnership with Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation.
When: Saturday, July 8-9
Time: Gates open at 6:30 p.m., and performances begin at 8 p.m.
Website: ThePalmBeaches.com
Where: Seabreeze Amphitheatre in Carlin Park, located at 750 South, Florida A1A Jupiter, Fl.
Riviera Beach Fire Station Grand Opening
The city of Riviera Beach says the new Fire Station 88 will be game changer.
According to the city, the 31,000-square-foot building will have new state-of-the-art technoloy and designs.
The public is invited to explore the building's new features, including a gym, wellness room and decontamination facilities that will minimize firefighters' exposure to carcinogens.
When: Saturday, July 8.
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Website: Rivierabeach.com
Where: : 1920 W. Blue Heron Blvd. Riviera Beach, Florida
1st Annual South Florida Wing Bash
Hungry? Well, enjoy an unlimited amount of wings and alcohol at the 1st Annual South Florida Wing Bash.
This event is for adults 21 and up, and ticket prices start at $55. Those who get a VIP ticket will have unlimited local craft draft beer and liquor/cocktails.
All money made at the event will go towards The Children's Healing Institute.
When: Saturday, July 8
Time: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Website: SouthFloridaWingBash.com
Where: John Prince Park, 2700 6th Ave S, Lake Worth Fl.
Bahamanian Independence Day Festival
If none of the events above peak your fancy, join the Bahamas National Association as they celebrate the Bahamian Independence Day in Delray Beach.
The day will be filled with lively music, colorful parades, and mouthwatering cuisine.
The event will also feature live performances showcasing the talents of Bahamian artists.
When: Saturday, July 8.
Time: 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Website: downtowndelraybeach.com
Where: Old Square Amphitheatre, 51 North Swinton Ave.