Had a ball last year?

The inaugural event in 2018 was an unqualified success, so the City of Gulf Breeze will be hosting SpringFest 2019 April 13, beginning at 2 p.m. at the site of the city’s recreation facilities at Shoreline Park. The fun will just keep going until the close of the spectacular fireworks show, which is set to start sparkling at 8:15 p.m.

In between, there will be headliner music acts on stage throughout the area and a variety of activity zones.

Not Quite Fab and Still Standing are bands returning from a popular appearance at SpringFest 2018 and organizers are looking for a third band. Any musical group interested in the venue may contact Assistant Director Kathy Wortham at Gulf Breeze Parks and Recreation at 934-5140 as soon as possible, since organizers are trying to wrap up plans.

Regional law enforcement will be on hand with K-9 units to demonstrate their skills and more than 100 vendors have signed on to keep taste buds stoked and shoppers’ must-have lists well-filled.

There will also be opportunities to enjoy laser tag, a kid’s zone, face painting and the display of public art.

SpringFest burst on the scene as a new regionally promoted annual event last year in an effort to highlight the city’s quality of life as “America’s Most Livable City.” Both Gulf Breeze City Council and the Tourism Development Advisory Council were supporters of the effort, which attracted not only locals but visitors. In the latter group, many not only had “festival” experiences but also enjoyed meeting and mingling with Breezers who were proud to show off their recreational facilities while they displayed a genuine friendliness.

Volunteers make it all possible, says a City spokesman, adding that the event is funded through the annual budget of the Tourist Development Advisory Council.

Pets and coolers will not be permitted at SpringFest 2019.

Make plans now to spend the day enjoying the country’s most livable city in the perfect setting.

Springfest

A family friendly day of arts, crafts, games, music and food Saturday, April 13 Shoreline Park