Hendry County has no shortage of fairs, festivals and parades for you to enjoy throughout the year. From the Swamp Cabbage and Sugar Festivals in the Spring, to the local food fairs in the fall, partake in some of the events that make the area fun and unique.

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Hendry County Fair & Livestock Show

Come out to the fair - February 2026 dates are to be announced soon! There will be nightly carnival rides, pageants, youth livestock shows, exhibits, and more!
Address: 710 S Francisco St, 33440
Phone: (863) 983-9282
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Clewiston Sugar Festival

Based on the original end of harvest celebration held by the US Sugar Corporation, dating back to the 1930’s, at the end of each sugarcane harvest season. Come out in March 13th & 14th 2026, for live music, a morning 5k run/walk, kids park, food, arts, crafts and more!!  
Address: 117 W Osceola Ave, 33440
Phone: (863) 983-7979
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Swamp Cabbage Festival

LaBelle is celebrating 60 years of that Swinging Swamp Cabbage!! Join us on the last weekend of February each year in Downtown LaBelle to enjoy Live Entertainment, Food, Games, Armadillo races, and more all weekend long!  
Address: PO Box 2081, 33975
Phone: (863) 675-2995
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Brown Sugar Festival

Annual Festival celebrating historical Harlem, typically held the first weekend in May, with a pageant and other activities beginning in April leading up to the main event.