Growing from a master-planned “city in the country” to a thriving suburban hub, Coral Springs was first incorporated in 1963 as “the last piece of gold on the gold coast” and has since become home to more than 134,000 residents. Known for celebrating milestone years with a big bash or an attention-grabbing spectacle, city staff intend to keep with tradition by implementing larger-than-life plans for marking the 60th year.
“The city with everything under the sun has always gone above-and-beyond for our residents by celebrating milestone years in grand fashion,” said Coral Springs Mayor Scott Brook. “The 60th Anniversary will keep that tradition with large-scale events, family-centered activities, and, of course, delicious food and fun!”
Events and celebrations planned for 2023:
Campout Coral Springs (January 28-29, 2023)
Residents can embark on an overnight camping adventure at the Sportsplex Athletic Field with s’mores, a double-feature movie showing on a big outdoor screen, outdoor activities, and more. Registration will open in December for this limited-capacity, first-ever event.
Community Celebration Concert (February 11, 2023)
Gathering in Downtown Coral Springs on the City Hall lawn for music, food, brews, and cocktails has become an event-season mainstay. This concert will be the biggest yet, and will include live music, craft beers, and creative artisans.
Birthday Ice Cream Bash (July 10, 2023)
From soft-serve to crafted gelatos, in a cone or in a cup, this pop-up event will serve up summertime treats with a sprinkle of Coral Springs history — taking place on the date that our city was officially chartered – July 10.
City’s Largest Pizza Party (November 2023)
Mamma Mia! Local pizzerias will be invited to join forces, feed the masses, and compete for awards and bragging rights. From the healthiest pie to the highest dough toss, and the longest cheese pull, this celebration will aim to serve scrumptious slices and create community camaraderie.
A team of 60th Anniversary Ambassadors will be on-hand throughout the year to enhance the celebration through community outreach. This group of volunteers, from teens to retirees, will serve at events, share the city’s past with visitors to the Museum of Coral Springs History, and encourage their neighbors to get involved in the festivities.
Coral Springs has established a long-standing tradition of celebrating its milestone years with signature events and activities. For its 25th Anniversary in 1988, the city set a Guinness World Record by cooking the World’s Largest Hamburger. At the 40th Anniversary, a giant iced tea was prepared. For its 50th Anniversary, Coral Springs hosted a Campapalooza with the city’s largest Zumba class.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for local businesses interested in becoming more involved. Packages start at $5,000 and can be customized.
Event details and sponsorship information can be found at CoralSprings.gov/60.
