A gallery visit, a Sunday market at Tradition, a concert after dinner: Port St. Lucie offers plenty of ways to build a day around art and culture. Nearby Fort Pierce adds museums, a monthly art walk and performances at the historic Sunrise Theatre. Start with the city's local offerings, then venture farther along the Treasure Coast.
Local Markets and Art Events
MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center
Formerly known as the Port St. Lucie Civic Center, the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center hosts concerts, festivals, expos and performing arts events. Its free art gallery also deserves a place on your itinerary. Exhibitions feature local and regional artists, generally rotating every six to eight weeks, with artist receptions held throughout the year. Check the venue's exhibition calendar to see whose work is on display.
Neighborhood Farmers Market at Tradition Square
Sunday mornings bring local vendors to Tradition Square for the Neighborhood Farmers Market, currently scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Browse the stalls, grab something to eat and leave time to explore the surrounding neighborhood. Check the market's calendar for your intended Sunday before heading out.
Downtown Fort Pierce Farmers' Market
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For a Saturday outing, head to nearby Fort Pierce. Its downtown waterfront market brings together produce, prepared foods and other vendor offerings, with live music adding to the morning. The organizer currently lists hours of 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. from October through May, and 8 a.m. to noon from June through September.
Downtown Fort Pierce Art Walk
The third Friday of each month is an opportunity to explore Fort Pierce's downtown art scene. The Art Walk runs from 5 to 8 p.m., making it an easy starting point for an evening out. Browse the participating art spaces, then stay downtown for dinner at one of the Fort Pierce restaurants on CultureOwl.
Festivals and Seasonal Events
Port St. Lucie Seafood Festival
Seafood, craft shopping and entertainment share the bill at the Port St. Lucie Seafood Festival at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center. Activities extend indoors and outdoors, with arts and crafts vendors, nautical merchandise and a children's zone among the attractions. The next edition is listed for January 30–31, 2027.
Spring Craft Fair
The Spring Craft Fair at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center brings together vendors selling jewelry, woodcrafts, candles, home décor and other goods. It's an opportunity to browse handmade pieces and meet the people behind them. The organizer lists the next edition for February 20–21, 2027.
Festival schedules and lineups can change, so check the organizer's current listing before making plans.
Museums and Outdoor Attractions
A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery, Fort Pierce
Florida landscapes are the reason to visit the A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery. The museum presents work by Fort Pierce painter A.E. "Bean" Backus, paintings by the original Florida Highwaymen and changing exhibitions by other artists. The Highwaymen were African American landscape painters whose work became closely associated with the region. Their paintings offer another way to see the Treasure Coast's skies, wetlands and palms, and to understand its artistic history.
Savannas Preserve State Park
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Take a break from galleries and performance venues to explore the freshwater marsh landscape at Savannas Preserve State Park. Trails, wildlife observation and photography offer opportunities to look closely at the area's natural surroundings. The Environmental Education Center is currently closed for renovations, so check park alerts for access changes before visiting.
Live Performances
Concerts at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center
The Event Center's calendar is worth checking when planning a night out in Port St. Lucie. Concerts and other live performances share the schedule with festivals and community events. Because this is a multipurpose venue, the setting and seating arrangement depend on the particular event. Choose a performance that interests you and review its details before booking.
Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce
For an evening in a historic theater, head to the Sunrise Theatre in downtown Fort Pierce. The building dates to 1923, and its programming includes concerts, touring stage shows and comedy, with additional performances in the Black Box. Pick a show first, then build your Fort Pierce evening around it.
Public Art and Memorials
Stars & Stripes Park
At Tradition's Stars & Stripes Park, themed art installations sit among green spaces and ponds. The city park honors veterans and first responders, adding a place for reflection to an outdoor outing.
Veterans Memorial Park
Veterans Memorial Park offers a quieter stop with a commemorative purpose. Its monuments honor those who served in World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, alongside memorials recognizing Purple Heart recipients and Gold Star families. Take time to walk through the grounds and read the memorials.
Where to Eat in Port St. Lucie
Tin Fish
For a casual seafood stop, head to Tin Fish at 327 SE Port St. Lucie Boulevard, the restaurant's Port St. Lucie location.
Fernando's Dockside Grille
Portuguese dishes give Fernando's Dockside Grille its distinctive direction, alongside Mediterranean influences. The menu includes salted cod, Portuguese-style steak and seafood preparations such as whole grilled branzino. Consider it when you want dinner to be part of the outing.
Hokkaido Hibachi & Sushi
Hokkaido offers hibachi and sushi at its Port St. Lucie location on NW Courtyard Circle. Choose hibachi for a meal with a performance element, or explore the sushi menu for a different pace.
Berry Fresh Cafe
Breakfast, brunch and lunch are the focus at Berry Fresh Cafe on St. Lucie West Boulevard. The menu combines regular offerings with seasonal specials, including changing pancake dishes. Check what's currently featured before setting your heart on a seasonal item.
Tutto Fresco
At the entrance to PGA Village, Tutto Fresco serves regional Italian cuisine with an extensive wine selection. A main dining room, bar and covered patio give diners several settings for lunch or dinner.
For more places to eat around the city, browse Port St. Lucie restaurants on CultureOwl.
Beer and an Evening Out
Hop Life Brewing Company
Hop Life brings together its own beers, a taproom, live music and an on-site scratch kitchen. Check the entertainment schedule when planning an evening; having a kitchen on site makes it easy to combine dinner with a brewery visit.
St. Lucie Draft House
Open since 1994, St. Lucie Draft House is a longstanding neighborhood bar and restaurant on U.S. Highway 1. Stop in for a meal and a beer, and check directly for any special programming during your visit..
Continuing South Along the Coast
If your trip extends into Palm Beach County, our art lover's guide to West Palm Beach and culture lover's guide to Delray Beach pick up where this one leaves off. For what's on now, see things to do in Palm Beach.
