{"id":2234486,"date":"2026-01-14T14:37:29","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T14:37:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2234486"},"modified":"2026-01-14T14:37:29","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T14:37:29","slug":"a-social-season-awaits-free-events-live-music-and-vibrant-community-life-in-ave-maria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/a-social-season-awaits-free-events-live-music-and-vibrant-community-life-in-ave-maria\/","title":{"rendered":"A Social Season Awaits: Free events, live music, and vibrant community life in Ave Maria"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If you are looking for a reason to get out, get inspired and discover somewhere new, Ave Maria, FL is hosting a full lineup of can\u2019t miss, free public events<\/a> this season. It\u2019s a day well spent in a welcoming small town full of character, energy and modern conveniences.<\/p>\n

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Events kick off in January and are free and open to the public. Live music, family-friendly activities and more to enjoy.<\/p>\n

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Taste of Ave | Saturday, Jan. 31 | 12 p.m. \u2013 5 p.m.<\/h2>\n

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To jump start the season Ave Maria hosts the award-winning Taste of Ave. Local restaurants and food vendors, along with local business owners come together so guests can taste the flavors of Ave Maria. There\u2019s live music, 70+ vendors, a Biz Kidz Market and loads of family-friendly activities to keep the entire family entertained for hours.<\/p>\n

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Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival | Saturday, Feb. 14 | 12 p.m. \u2013 5 p.m.<\/h2>\n

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No better way to spend the day with your Valentine this year than a day trip to Ave Maria for their signature Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival. A Southwest Florida favorite featuring live music and mouthwatering barbecue and food truck favorites. Explore displays of vintage and high-powered automobiles, sip on craft beers, enjoy shopping local boutiques and let the kids enjoy family-friendly activities such as face painting, a petting zoo and more.<\/p>\n

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FC Naples Fan Fest | Saturday, Feb. 21 | 9 a.m. \u2013 1 p.m.<\/h2>\n

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Exclusive opportunity to connect with Naples\u2019 professional soccer team, FC Naples! Watch a morning practice then meet-and-greet the players. Fan Fest activities also include food trucks, sports and local vendors, soccer-inspired inflatable field games, DJ entertainment, giveaways and additional family-friendly attractions.<\/p>\n

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Shamrock Festival | Saturday, March 14 | 12 p.m. \u2013 5 p.m.<\/h2>\n

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Our newest, award-winning event celebrates the luck of the Irish with traditional music and Celtic dance performances. Families get to enjoy an Irish Soda Bread Contest, petting zoo and family friendly activities. Enjoy the music and magic of St. Paddy\u2019s Day the Ave Maria way!<\/p>\n

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Margarita & Taco Festival | Saturday, March 28 | 12 p.m. \u2013 5 p.m.<\/h2>\n

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DJ BlackOut spins the hottest hits, and El Gato Solea brings his high energy Newo Flamenco music to Ave Maria for an all-ages fiesta! Savor authentic Mexican food and dessert specialties and refreshing margaritas while the whole family enjoys activities, vendors and a vintage and high-performance car show.<\/p>\n

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As an award-winning master-planned community thoughtfully positioned between Fort Lauderdale and Naples, Ave Maria elevates the everyday living experience by offering top tier amenities and conveniences within the community. Errands can be done within town and lifestyle amenities include a resident only water park, pickleball and tennis courts, soccer and ball fields, several parks and playgrounds, dog parks and more.<\/p>\n

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Make the most of your day in Ave Maria enjoying the vibrant Town Center festivals while also carving out time to tour the beautiful model homes<\/a> from CC Homes, Pulte, Del Webb and Lennar. Your visit will give you a firsthand look at the vibrant Town Center and the award-winning neighborhoods and exceptional lifestyle amenities. It\u2019s the perfect opportunity to discover what makes Ave Maria a Big Kind of Small Town. Visit www.avemaria.com<\/a> to plan your visit.<\/p>\n

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Based in Kansas City, Chase Clements is the Commerce Content Manager for McClatchy.<\/span>\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.miamiherald.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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