Are you looking for the best Florida vacation spots for April?
If so, you’re in the right place!
Planning a trip to Florida in April can feel overwhelming with spring breakers in full swing and so many incredible places to explore.
Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered!
I’m here to guide you through the 10 best places to visit in Florida in April and help you narrow down your ultimate spring bucket list.
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Key Takeaways
- Rev yourself up for the Leesburg Bikefest
- Hunt for vintage Florida souvenirs at the Floridiana Fest in Sarasota
- Watch incredible performances by Jelly Roll, Keith Urban, and Luke Combs at Tortuga Music Festival in Fort Lauderdale an epic, 3-day music festival and beach bash
- Go on an egg-citing scavenger hunt at EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival for your special Disney character egg souvenir
- Check out the killer lineup of celebrities and horror icons at Spookala
As you can see, each location provides unforgettable experiences that make Florida a top April getaway destination. Find out why below.
1. Miami Film Festival (Miami, Florida)
The Miami Film Festival lights up to the screens in venues throughout Coral Gables and Miami Beach.
This Florida festival in April showcases over 100 films from 40 countries with a whopping 45,000 attendees and 300 industry professionals annually.
I love how it gives you a different way to enjoy Miami instead of having to do the stereotypical things.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Go star gazing at the industry events like the Mercado de Cine Francés y Europeo and Variety’s International Feature Film Award Roundtable or shoulder to shoulder if you if you are lucky enough to get an invite
- Attend one of the many workshops and masterclasses
- Make it a vacation to remember at one of the legendary parties
- Enjoy one of the world premieres and award-winning titles
The screening venues are just as incredible as the films!
I truly enjoy the historic art deco cinemas and the incredible venues like the Olympia Theater and The Little Haiti Cultural Complex, they’re some of my personal favorite areas of Miami to visit.
The world class Miami Film Festival takes place April 3rd to the 13th, 2025.
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2. Leesburg Bike Festival (Leesburg, Florida)
Now we’re heading over to the Editor’s hometown as Bike Fest returns to Leesburg for a revving good time April 25th to 27th, 2025.
Hang on to your handlebars because this three-day festival in Florida is geared up with nonstop action from epic headline bands, celebrity appearances, motorcycle daredevils, to pro wrestling action.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Upgrade to VIP for exclusive perks like dinner courtesy of Sonny’s BBQ, VIP restrooms, and prime viewing of the main stage
- Meet and greet with Paul Sr. from Orange County Choppers and Tim Smith from Discovery Channel’s Moonshiners
- Check out the Full Throttle Bike Show, Biker Games and the Central Florida Motorcycle Drill Trim
- Catch American Motor Drome Co. Wall of Death, America’s Original Extreme Motorcycle Thrill Show
- Rock out to concerts by Fuel, Lit, Marshall Tucker Band and Chris McNiel Band
The best part of all is that this Florida in April festival has all concerts and events free to attend because it’s included with admission.
It a fun hidden gem in Florida and one of the must-do’s that’s recommended by my Editor, NikkyJ.
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3. EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival (Walt Disney World)
This Florida vacation spot for April is a florist’s dream and a paradise for foodies. Filled with colorful creations and cuisine, magnificent topiaries.
And if you follow us over on ThemeParkHipster, then you know that we love ALL THINGS DISNEY!
One of the fun things to do during this April festival in Florida is the Epcot Egg Hunt.
Just be sure to hop on over to Disney Traders, Pin Central, or World Traveler and pick up your egg-citing scavenger hunt map for just $9.99.
Then find your way around Epcot World Showcase hunting for the themed eggs. If you are successful then turn it back in for an egg-stra special souvenir, a Disney character egg to take home with you.
What makes it special?
You’ll enjoy exciting things to do such as:
- Check out the brand-new fireworks show called Luminous the Symphony of Us
- Walk around and take tones of photos of the beautiful topiary displays
- Drink and eat your way around the festival throughout Epcot World Showcase
- Enjoy the Flower and Garden Festival Tours like the complimentary guided tour in the tea gardens called, The English Tea Garden tour
- Go on an Egg-stravaganza scavenger hunt doing the Epcot Egg Hunt!
- Listen to the wonderful artists as they bring you classic tunes from Gardens Rocks Concert Series.
This Epcot Festival takes place daily from March 5, 2025, through June 2, 2025.
Epcot opens daily at 9 a.m. and closes at 9 p.m., however, the food booths (also known as the Outdoor Kitchens) don’t open until 11 a.m.
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4. Sugar Sand Festival (Clearwater, Florida)
It’s a sand-sational month over at Clearwater Beach from April 11th – April 27th, 2025, when the Sugar Sand Festival comes to shore!
A massive 24,000-square foot structure takes over as the shore-stopping Sugar Sand Walk Exhibit brings together 17 professional sand sculptors from across the world.
Magnificent sand sculptures and one-of-a-kind masterpieces are created out of the world-famous sugar sands of Clearwater, Florida.
What makes it special?
You’ll enjoy exciting things to do such as:
- Listening to live music
- Taking a ride on the Ferris Wheel and have fun on the amusement rides
- Checking out the artisans and fill up on all the yummy food vendors
- Catching the fireworks display light up the sky
- Take part in the free sand sculpting classes
This years this theme is Dinoshores – Prehistoric Adventure in Sand, so you know it is going to be dino-mite!
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5. SeaBreeze Jazzy Festival (Panama City Beach, Florida)
If you’re looking for a note-worthy getaway on the Emerald Coast, then you bass believe the SeaBreeze Jazz Festival is the place to be!
Panama City Beach is an incredible place to visit in April with mostly sunny days and the comfortable sea breeze.
There are plenty of beach houses, hotels, condos and even full-service resorts nearby so you can make the most of your time in Panama City Beach when you aren’t jazzing it up at this 5 day music festival in Florida.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Enjoy a world-class lineup of performers like Brian Culbertson, The Family Stone, Boney James, Norman Brown, Avery Sunshine, War and lots more
- Set sail on the Seabreeze Dinner Cruise aboard The Solaris Dinner Yacht or unwind with the Seabreeze Jazzy Lunch Cruise
- Keep the party going at Seabreeze After Party at Pompano Joe’s
- Get funky with a Tribute to James Brown
The smooth sounds of jazz take over Aaron Beasant Park Amphitheater in Panama City Beach, Florida from April 23 to the 27th, 2025.
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6. Tampa Bay Wine and Food Festival (Tampa Bay, Florida)
If you’re a foodie or a wine enthusiast looking for a grape time, look no further than the Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival!
Live music, spirited drinks, and incredible culinary delights. Plus, you’re in one of our favorite Florida cities which is Tampa!
You’ll be sipping, swirling, and savoring your way through some of the best dishes from the gastronomic masterminds of Tampa and St. Petersburg.
This annual event is truly one of the best things to do in Florida during April!
What makes it special?
What to expect:
- An evening at The Tampa Club for an intimate cocktail party for the VIP guests
- Escape to St. Pete’s coastal culinary scene at Birch & Vine at The Birchwood as TWO of St. Pete’s most award-winning chefs come together for a five-course dining experience
- Experience Tampa and choose from four of Tampa’s top culinary destinations where each chef will create a 4-5 course one of a kind gastronomic experience
- Get invited to the Breaking Bread with Heroes breakfast, hosted by Celebrity Chef, Chef Robert Irvine
- Watch 16 chefs battle head-to-head in eight competitive culinary cook-offs
- Join thousands of event goers on the Grand Tasting Day at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park for music, food and drinks
The Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival comes to T-Bay April 8th to the 12th, 2025.
This Florida festival in April benefits local charitable initiatives in the Tampa Bay area, so every bite you take and every sip you savor is making a difference.
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7. Tortuga Music Festival (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)
I absolutely love Fort Lauderdale, the white sandy beaches, the romantic canals and waterways, the gorgeous sunsets I could go on forever.
Pair that with an epic, 3-day, multi-stage music festival and a mission to protect our oceans and you have one of the best beach events in Florida, Rock the Oceans Tortuga Music Festival.
This beachside bash brings together some of the biggest names in country, rock, and roots music all while raising awareness for marine conservation.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Watch incredible performances by Jelly Roll, Keith Urban, Luke Combs, Shaboozey, Parker McCollum, Ludacris, Cody Jinks and so many more
- Chat with worldwide thought leaders in ocean conservation in the annual Conservation Village
- Take a Virtual Reality Shark Dive in Rock The Ocean’s Headquarters
- Download the Tortuga App to Catch a Pop Up Show by some of Tortuga’s artists
This Florida festival in April takes place right on the beach at Ft Lauderdale Beach Park on April 4th, 5th and 5th, 2025.
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8. Floridiana Fest (Sarasota, Florida)
One of my favorite things to do is to hunt for vintage Florida souvenirs when I am out exploring the Sunshine State.
So, when I heard about Floridiana Fest in Sarasota, I knew it had to make the list of best places to visit in Florida in April!
Even if you aren’t looking for cool Florida kitsch, funky art or nostalgic souvenirs it is a super cool Florida event in April to explore for its serious Old Florida vibes.
What makes it special?
This event:
- Is one of the biggest shows devoted to vintage Florida collectibles
- You will find everything from Florida postcards, books, maps, brochures, kitsch and decorative items, flamingos, alligators, wearables and more
- Packed with lots of cool vintage Florida memorabilia to browse
- A great place to buy Florida souvenirs from the 1950s, 60s and 70s
Floridiana Fest 2025 takes over Sarasota April 11th and 12th, 2025 at the Historic Sarasota Auditorium.
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9. Spookala at Florida State Fairgrounds (Tampa, Florida)
If you’re like me, then you must love Halloween! There’s no need to wait until October for bloody good time. April in Florida brings a terror-filled weekend you won’t want to miss, Spookala.
A killer lineup of celebrities and horror icons, out of this world photo ops, autographs, gory-good merch and a celebration of 20 years of SAW with Jigsaw mastermind Tobin Bell, its one frightfully good time.
What makes it special?
What to expect:
- The Celebrity lineup is stacked with stars like Kiefer Sutherland, Jason Patric, Rose McGowan, Tobin Bell, Ariana Richards, Michael Lerner, and Holly Marie Combs
- Photo Ops with celebrities like BD Wong with the Jurassic Jeep, Daredevil Foggy and Matt Duo, Walking Dead Duo, Saw Duo, Charmed Duo and more
- Costume contest and cosplay from all backgrounds
- Jurassic Park panel of guests
- Acoustic performances by Corey Taylor Slipknot and Tyler Posey of Teen Wolf
This spooktacular Florida event takes place at the Florida State Fairgrounds from April 4th to the 6th, 2025.
10. Flora-Bama Interstate Mullet Toss & Greatest Beach Party (Perdido Key, Florida)
The last full weekend of April brings one of the biggest beach parties on the coast to Perdido Key.
The legendary Flora-Bama Interstate Mullet Toss!
No, you aren’t tossing around the funky hairstyle but a local fried favorite, a dead mullet over the state line of Florida and Alabama to see who gets the farthest.
Don’t worry, afterwards, they are offered to Alligator Alley and the Gulf Coast Zoo, so the dead mullets aren’t left lying around.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Throw a mullet for $20.00 and receive a commemorative Interstate Mullet Toss t-shirt
- Compete for awards in both kid and adult categories and all funds raised from every mullet tossed will go towards local youth charities
- Take part in the Bikini & Hot Body Contest for a chance to win $5,000
- Party all weekend long with beach concerts, fishing rodeos, chili cook-offs
This legendary Florida festival in April takes place April 25th to the 27th, 2025.
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Final Thoughts on the Best Places to Go in Florida in April
April is a fantastic time to explore Florida and all its hidden gems and festivals.
Whether you love to party with a crowd to taking in the romantically beautiful sights of blooming gardens to everything in between there’s no excuse not to pack your bags and experience Florida in April.
Until next time, Happy Florida Travels Hipster!
About the Author
Sarah Jordan is a solo traveler enthusiast, professional travel writer, and proud mama to her rescue dog Coconut.
With a love for destinations across the globe, she made Epcot her first theme park and still treasures her EPCOT World Showcase passport to this day.
After finally following her inner wanderlust, she discovered the freedom and empowerment that solo travel brings.
