CELEBRATE THE SUMMER

Dreaming of your next getaway? We’ve rounded up some inspiration to plan a fun summer vacay in St. Lucie. Let’s go!

• Bring the Heat with BBQ

Enjoy some tasty BBQ for the summer lunch that will hit the spot. Grab a meal at Mission BBQ in Port St. Lucie or from Tillman’s BBQ in Fort Pierce.

• Make it Sweet

What’s a summer day without a summer sweet treat? Indulge in a rich ice cream from The Cream Republic in Fort Pierce on your way back from the beach. Or, grab a homemade macaroon, cookie or ice cream sundae at Cool Beanz in Port St. Lucie while you’re out exploring.

• Wine Down

Why not sip on some tropical drinks to wind down for the afternoon? Visit our stops in St. Lucie on the Treasure Coast Wine & Ale Trail – you’re sure to find your perfect summery beverage to wet your whistle. Here are some ideas to get you started:

Basic Beach Seltzer – Sailfish Brewing | Ankona Blonde Ale– Hop Life Brewing | Beach Wave Muscadine – Summer Crush Vineyard & Winery|  Coco Loconut– Pierced Ciderworks | Summer Harvest– Side Door Brewing | No Tan Lines Pale Ale– Islamorada Beer

• One in a Melon

A summer meal just isn’t the same without a juicy slice of watermelon. Pick one up at one of our local Farmer’s Markets and bring some with you on a summer picnic.

-Downtown Fort Pierce Farmer’s Market, Fort Pierce, Wednesday Green Market, Downtown Fort Pierce, Nelson’s Family Farms, Fort Pierce, Tradition Green Market, Port St. Lucie.

• Cool off with a Florida~cinno

Stop by Old Florida Coffee Company in downtown Fort Pierce for their signature drink, the Floridacinno! This ice-blended fruit & cream beverage will certainly cool you down after a day in the sun.

• Take me out to the Ball Game

You haven’t experienced a classic St. Lucie summer without America’s greatest pastime! Grab a ticket to a St. Lucie Mets game and enjoy a baseball game at the newly renovated Clover Park. Insider tip:  Thursday night games are $1 beer night.

• Mark Your Calendar: Special Summer Events

See all events here.

• Bucket List – Water Edition

Do something really cool this summer and get up close & personal with wildlife that call our beautiful waterways home. Float down stunning mangrove trails in a clear-bottomed kayak OR sit back & relax in a motorized kayak! See more ideas for fun adventures on the water here.

• Bring the fun Indoors

Escape the summer heat and bring the fun indoors at Bowlero in Port St. Lucie! Experience a thrilling bowling adventure, enjoy arcade games, and indulge in delicious food and drinks, all in a vibrant and air-conditioned atmosphere perfect for beating the summer heat. See more ideas here.