Ok, so we’ve made past the midway point of the South Florida summer and no one has melted. Stay hydrated, wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing then get out and enjoy the Billy Joel tribute band The Turnstiles at Old School Square, a sunset kayak trip in North Palm Beach, the 40th anniversary of the Loggerhead Triathon in Jupiter and much more.<\/p>\n
In addition to the top five events listed there’s always something great happening at places like\u00a0The Norton Museum of Art<\/a>\u00a0or the\u00a0Maltz Jupiter Theatre.<\/a> On top of that you could always just enjoy a great meal with an equally great view at one of Palm Beach County’s\u00a0waterfront restaurants<\/a>\u00a0from Jupiter to Boca Raton. Plus, we’ve curated a list of the best things to do all year in the county, and here it is: your bucket list of 60 fun must-try things to do in Palm Beach County<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Billy Joel tribute band The Turnstiles will play Friday, Aug. 22 during the final Sunset Concert of the summer at Old School Square Amphitheatre.<\/p>\n Held at Old School Square Amphitheatre, this concert will feature The Turnstiles who’ve been cranking out the Billy Joel hits since 2011 and are considered one of the best Joel tribute bands. Opening the show will be local rockers The Flyers who will get the crowd going with originals influenced by The Beatles, Clapton, Hendrix and more.<\/p>\n The Billy Joel tribute band The Turnstiles will play Friday, Aug. 22 during the final Sunset Concert of the summer at Old School Square Amphitheatre.<\/p>\n The event is 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22. 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. Free. Information: delrayoldschoolsquare.com\/events\/free-sunset<\/a><\/p>\n The Sunset Kayak Tour will take place Saturday, Aug. 23 at MacArthur Beach State Park.<\/p>\n Led by an expert guide, explore the park’s estuary as the sun sets, with a friend in a two-person kayak. Kayaks, paddles, PFDs are all provided by park. You must be 18 and older unless accompanied by an adult.<\/p>\n The event is 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. 10900 Jack Nicklaus Drive, North Palm Beach. $100. Space limited. Registration required. Information: macarthurbeach.org\/sunset-kayak-tour<\/a><\/p>\n Bianca Rosarrio and The Smooth Operators will perform Friday, Aug. 22 during Art After Dark at the Norton Museum of Art.<\/p>\n This installment of the popular Friday night event will feature tours, the opportunity to join teaching artist Shannon Walker and create art, and live music by Bianca Rosarrio and The Smooth Operators. Sway to the sounds of this international contemporary jazz singer whose captivating voice can take audiences on a musical journey.<\/p>\n The event is Friday, Aug. 22. 1450 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. Adults and seniors $10, students $5, members free. Information: norton.org\/events\/art-after-dark<\/a><\/p>\n Enjoy delicious food \u2014 conch & rice, oxtail, grilled chicken, bbq ribs, lamb chops and corn on the cob \u2014 live DJ sets, interactive games and more. Lawn chairs and blankets welcome. Organizers say this event is geared to the 25 and older crowd.<\/p>\n The event is 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. 104 Datura St., West Palm Beach. Tickets $34.92. Information: eventbrite.com\/e\/rnb-picnic-fest-west-palm<\/a><\/p>\n Celebrating four decades, this is Florida’s longest running triathlon and brings in competitors from across the country. Once again it will feature a 3\/8-mile ocean swim, a 13-mile bike ride and a 3.1-mile run. Awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each division. Even if you don’t compete, come down to cheer these incredible athletes on and maybe be inspired yourself.<\/p>\n Swimmers charge the water at the start of the 2024 Tampa General Hospital Loggerhead Triathlon.<\/p>\n The event is 7 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. Carlin Park, Jupiter. Entry fees start at $139. Information: loggerheadtriathlon.com<\/a><\/p>\n Find out how Batman uses these winged allies of the night to fight crime and keep our streets… just kidding. Join a naturalist on a walk and watch the park’s transition from diurnal to nocturnal life. Celebrate International Bat Night by learning about bats and their important role in our ecosystem. Arrive 10 to 15 minutes before program start time.<\/p>\n The event is 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22. 9060 Indiantown Road, Jupiter. $5. Registration recommended. Information: pbcparksregistration.co.palm-beach.fl.us<\/a><\/p>\n Eddie Ritz is a journalist at\u00a0The Palm Beach Post<\/a>, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network.\u00a0You can reach him at\u00a0eritz@pbpost.com<\/a>. Help support our journalism.\u00a0Subscribe today<\/a>.<\/p>\n1. Sunset Concert: Turnstiles, Billy Joel Tribute Band<\/h2>\n
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2. Sunset Kayak Tour at MacArthur Beach State Park<\/h2>\n
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3. Art After Dark at the Norton Museum of Art<\/h2>\n
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4. RnB Picnic Fest at the Meyer Amphitheatre<\/h2>\n
5. Tampa General Hospital Loggerhead Triathlon<\/h2>\n
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Bonus: Bat Night Hike at Riverbend Park<\/h2>\n