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Colorful festival logo with illustrations of cupcakes topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry, flanked by two palm trees, and the text 'South Florida Sugar Rush Festival' in pink, blue, and black lettering with decorative stars.

March 6 & 7, 2027

Yesteryear Village • South Florida Fairgrounds

West Palm Beach, FL

Get Your Tickets · March 6 & 7, 2027

South Florida Sugar Rush Festival

Ticket Prices

Adult $18

$22 including processing fees & taxes

Child (Ages 3–12) $15

$18 including processing fees & taxes

Ages 2 & Under FREE

Optional Wristband Add-On

$25 Unlimited Vehicle Rides + Inflatables

Includes all inflatables & vehicles: wiggle racers, bumper cars & unicorn ride-ons

Welcome to the
South Florida Sugar Rush Festival

Get ready for South Florida's sweetest weekend! On March 6 & 7, 2027, Yesteryear Village at the South Florida Fairgrounds turns into a dessert lover's paradise. From the creators of the South Florida Strawberry Festival and the award-winning New England Christmas Festival, Sugar Rush brings together the region's best bakers, candy makers and dessert vendors, plus talented makers, live DJ music, ride-on attractions and family fun for all ages. Come hungry. Leave happy.

March 6 & 7, 2027 | Yesteryear Village at the South Florida Fairgrounds, West Palm Beach


From the creators of

Festivals Families Have Loved for 40 Years

The South Florida Sugar Rush Festival is brought to you by the same team behind some of the most-loved festivals in Florida and New England. We know how to throw a festival your whole family will want to come back to year after year.

Children posing with a strawberry mascot at an outdoor event or festival.

South Florida Strawberry Festival

Jan 15–18, 2027 · Boca Raton, FL

Farm-fresh strawberries, sweet treats, rides, inflatables and family fun at South County Regional Park.

Visit festival site →

A girl biting into a slice of watermelon at an outdoor picnic table.

South Florida Watermelon Festival

August 28 & 29, 2027 · Shiner Law Group Expo Center, South Florida Fairgrounds

Watermelon eating contests, pig races, rides and juicy summer-style fun for the whole family.

Visit festival site →

Wrapped Christmas presents under a decorated Christmas tree with lights, ornaments, and a red poinsettia flower.

New England Christmas Festival

Nov 6–8, 2026 · Mohegan Sun, CT

Our 40th year! 400+ American artisans and specialty food makers under one roof. One of New England’s favorite holiday shopping traditions.

Visit festival site →

Woman smiling at a food booth holding bottles of maple syrup, with more bottles on a table in front of her.

New England Spring Craft Festival

May 8 & 9, 2027 · Mohegan Sun, CT

Mother’s Day weekend shopping with 275+ artisans, a gourmet food showcase and 125,000 sq ft of boutique finds.

Visit festival site →

Same team. Same care. Now bringing a sugar-fueled celebration to South Florida.


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Follow along for sweet treats, vendor spotlights and sneak peeks of the festival. Tag your photos #SugarRushFest!

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Makers & Bakers

South Florida bakers, candy makers, dessert vendors and artisans - We are looking for YOU!

Follow below to apply to be a vendor at South Florida’s 1st Sugar Rush Festival!


What's Happening

The Sugar Rush Menu

Two days of sweet treats, friendly competition, ride-on attractions and live DJ music. Here's what's being served up at Yesteryear Village this March.

Today's Special

Sugar Rush Eating Contest

Think you can out-eat the crowd? Grab a seat at our signature dessert eating contest. Rounds run throughout the weekend on the main stage, with prizes for the fastest (and messiest) sweet tooths.

Main Stage · Rounds All Weekend · Prizes

On the Menu

The Sweet Counter

Bakeries & Sweet Shops Grab a Box

Cupcakes, cookies, donuts, macarons and cakes from South Florida's best bakers.

Candy & Confections Take Some Home

Fudge, cotton candy, chocolates, caramel corn and old-fashioned sweets from local confectioners.

Desserts & Sweet Treats Eat It Now

Ice cream, churros, funnel cakes, milkshakes and chocolate-dipped everything.

Fun & Games

Bounce Houses Kids Zone

Candy-colored bounce houses, slides and obstacle courses to jump, climb and race all day.

Ride-On Attractions Thrills

Ride-on attractions for all ages.

Activity Stations Hands-On

Face painting, cupcake decorating and candy crafts for little hands and big imaginations.

Music & Market

Live DJ Music All Weekend

DJs keep the energy high

Local Makers Market Shop Local

Handmade goods, boutique finds, home décor and specialty foods from regional vendors.

Yesteryear Village Explore

Wander the historic village at the South Florida Fairgrounds between treats.

Come Hungry

Pace yourself. There's a lot of sugar to get through in one day.

Bring Some Cash

Some vendors may not accept cards, so a little cash goes a long way.

Pack a Cooler Bag

Planning to stock up? A reusable bag or small cooler gets your treats home.