Do you believe in magic? This spring, this historic garden will transform into a magical land of fairies that will delight your kids and the kid in you. The beautiful tropical plants and historic structures of Vero Beach’s McKee Botanical Garden makes a perfect setting for this fairytale world.
This festival isn’t just for fairies, though. All of you swashbuckling pirates out there are welcome, too.
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Get ready for a day of fun games and crafts, balloon twisting, and entertaining magic tricks.
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Bring your costume to the next level with face painting, pirate tattoos, a fairy manicure, or even add some glittering strands to your hair.
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Then you’ll explore the gardens, searching for fairy hideouts and hidden treasure among the paths, ponds, and foliage.
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Who can resist a dance around the Maypole with some newfound fairy friends? Have a special wish you’ve been dreaming of? Add it to the Wishing Bush.
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Don’t forget to visit the Gnome Depot and make a fairy house made out of natural supplies gathered from the garden.
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The 7th Annual Fairy & Pirate Festival takes place May 13th, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Mark your calendars!
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The cost of admission is $10 Adults, $9 Seniors, $5 Children ages 3-12. Admission is free for McKee members and children under 3. McKee Botanical Garden is located at 350 US Highway 1 in Vero Beach.
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Have you ever attended the Fairy & Pirate Festival or visited McKee Botanical Garden? What’s your favorite Florida festival?
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