With more than a million registered vessels, Florida is the Boating Capital of the Nation, so it should come as no surprise there are more than two dozen major boat shows across the state each year, including some of the largest boat shows in the world.
Author: Bob Rountree
Florida Strawberry Festival, March 4-14, 2027
The big draw to the state’s most popular festival is a stellar entertainment lineup on the Wish Farms Stage.
Florida State Fair: Feb. 4-15, 2027
Who doesn’t love the Florida State Fair, its magical midway, and food that is not very good for you — which, of course, is the appeal of a state fair!
2025’s most popular stories in Florida Rambler
More than a million visitors read more than 600 stories on Florida Rambler over the past year. Here are the 10 most-read articles duriing 2025.
When visiting Disney, consider these 6 outstanding public campgrounds
The best camping near Disney World and Universal Studios can be found in affordable public parks within an hour’s drive of the Magic Kingdom. These campgrounds offer scenic beauty, abundant wildlife and a mega-menu of outdoor recreation.
Two outstanding campgrounds add irresistable appeal to Sebastian Inlet beaches, waterways
Shut down for the past eight months for storm repairs, the popular north jetty fishing ‘pier’ reopened in time for the July 4 holiday weekend.
2026 Holiday Boat Parade Calendar
Plan your holiday season with a hearty Ho Ho Ho and Florida Rambler’s comprehensive Boat Parades calendar. We have the dates and links to unique boat parades throughout the state.
A Thanksgiving story: Florida has its own wild turkey subspecies
Florida is home to its own unique turkey subspecies — found nowhere else in the world.
Camping at Myakka River State Park brings out the nature in you
Myakka River State Park is one of Florida’s oldest and largest state parks with three main campgrounds, backcountry campsites, endless hiking and biking trails, kayaking and canoeing, and, oh, the wildlife.
Yankeetown Seafood Festival: Nov. 21-22, 2026
The weather is perfect for getting outdoors, and there’s no better way to enjoy Florida in the Fall than a good, old-fashioned seafood festival. Free parking; Free admission. Camping, fishing, kayaking nearby.
