Florida Manatee Festival

Get ready for a whale of a time—well, a manatee of a time—at the annual Florida Manatee Festival in the undisputed manatee capital of the world! Spanning two lively days in downtown Crystal River, this massive celebration lets you honor our favorite floating friends with discounted guided boat and kayak tours straight into Kings Bay. When you are not admiring these majestic sea potatoes, you can explore hundreds of local vendors, dive into fresh seafood and authentic barbecue at the dual food courts, and quench your thirst at the beer and wine gardens. With multiple stages pumping out live music from classic rock to indie, an expansive fine arts village, and free shuttles to the world-renowned Three Sisters Springs boardwalk, this award-winning bash offers the perfect blend of wildlife wonder and small-town party vibes.