Festivals, stage shows mark Mother’s Day weekend

It’s Mother’s Day weekend, and plenty of fun for moms and their families are planned in South Florida, including a Pirate Festival on the New River in downtown Fort Lauderdale and a Caribbean Festival in Delray Beach. Many Mother’s Day craft events and brunches are also planned for the weekend. Our list of the top events for the weekend includes the following:

Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Kids, 2 p.m. today.

Disney’s classical fairy tale comes alive onstage with NSU University School’s Lower School students. Children are invited to dress up in their favorite princess or prince costume for the performance. $10. AutoNation Center for the Arts, 3375 SW 75th Ave., Davie.

Honk the Musical! The Ugly Duckling Musical, through Sunday.

$25-$30. Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, 3800 NW 11th Place. On Sunday, celebrate the special moms in your life at a Mother’s Day brunch at noon before the show. The full brunch will have hot and cold items and include complimentary mimosas; cash bar available. Brunch $25; $15 for those younger than 10. lpacfl.com

Terry Fator, today.

The singer, comedian, ventriloquist and impressionist won NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” in 2007 and is now among Las Vegas’ most successful acts, singing everything from Nat King Cole and Garth Brooks to Elvis Presley and Bruno Mars. 8 p.m. today at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (kravis.org).

The Color Run Hero Tour,

today. The Color Run, also known as the Happiest 5K on the Planet, is a paint race that celebrates healthiness, happiness and individuality. Huizenga Plaza, 32 E Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. The start-line window will open at 7:30 a.m. with waves going until 8 a.m. thecolorrun.com/

Treehouse Learning Family Fun Day, today, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Beach hatch games, arts and crafts, turtle feeding, breakfast, beach cleanup and much more. Work with the Carpenter House to save our marine environment. $16.62. Carpenter House, 4414 N. Surf Road, Hollywood. eventbrite .com/e/treehouse-learnings -family-fun-day-tickets -43326450580

Asian Pacific American Heritage Celebration, today and Sunday.

Enjoy the culture, food and music of the Polynesian Islands as presented by Polynesian Proud Productions. Ronin Taiko (theatrical Japanese drumming troupe), Fire Knife Dance, Big Kahuna Surf School, Indian Classical Dance and more. $13-$16. Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. mods.org

Star Wars Party, today, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

All Jedis ages 2 and older, the resistance needs your help. Come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character and help the Jedi bring an end to the First Order. RSVP required; space limited. $10-$12 per child; parents are free. 200 Military Trail, Jupiter. jupiter.fl.us/1520/Holiday -Programs-Storytime

Momentum Dance Company’s Children Library Series: Peter and the Wolf, today, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Kids join clever Peter and his friends the Bird and the Duck as they work together to outwit and capture the fierce Wolf. Each character is represented by a different instrument of the orchestra. Free. Coral Gables Public Library, 3225 Segovia Ave., Coral Gables. momentum dance.com/performances

Ceramics on Wheels, today, 11 a.m.-noon.

Pick a ceramic piece to paint for a Mother’s Day gift. For children ages 4 and older. Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd. broward.org /Library

Pirate Festival, today, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Pirate-themed raft and paddleboard races on the New River, live entertainment, pirate encampments, a beer garden, food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, children’s activities. Free. Esplanade Park, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. ftlpiratefest.com

Mother’s Day Tea, today and Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Mothers and their families are invited to enjoy an elegant tea at the Café des Beaux-Arts. In honor of Mother’s Day, each mother will receive a special flower corsage. Tickets include museum admission. $20-$50. Flagler Museum, 1 Whitehall Way, Palm Beach. flaglermuseum.us

Free Family Day at Perez Art Museum Miami, today, 1-4 p.m.

Free admission, familyfriendly tours and chances for children to create art. Free. Perez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Blvd. pamm.org/learn /programs/pamm-free-second -saturdays

Family Concert, today, 2 p.m.

The Symphony of the Americas strings section is joined by select brass and woodwind musicians for the family-friendly concert. There will be a preshow instrument petting zoo at 1:30 p.m. $10-$15. NSU Art Museum, 1 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. nsuartmuseum.org

The Magic Flute for Kids, today, 2-4 p.m.

Orchestra Miami presents Mozart’s The Magic Flute in a special production for kids. This magical performance features an abridged version (two hours with intermission) of Mozart’s sublime opera, focusing on the magical bits, and includes a meet and greet with the cast after the show. $10-$45. Miami Scottish Rite Temple, 471 NW Third St. orchestramiami.org/magic-flute -for-kids

Parents’ Day Out, today, 3-6 p.m.

Children ages 5-12 will eat, play, explore and learn about science during a Mother’s Day celebration. $30. South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach. sfsciencecenter.org/

Food Truck Safari, today, 4:30-9 p.m.

Explore the zoo while you enjoy great eats from some of Palm Beach County’s best gourmet food trucks and live music. $16.95-$22.95. Palm Beach Zoo, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. palmbeachzoo.org

Frog Alley Caribbean Festival, today, 6-10 p.m.

Free, family-friendly festival celebrates the arts and culture of the Caribbean with the Caribbean Waves Steel Drum Band and Pan Paradise, kids’ activities and games, a scavenger hunt and a Junkanoo parade. Free. Libby Wesley Plaza, Atlantic and Southwest Fifth avenues, Delray Beach. TheSet Delray.org/FrogAlley

Smokin’, today, 8 p.m.

The Boston tribute band features seasoned musicians who play in other South Florida cover bands. Bring seating for the outdoor concert. Free. Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Blvd. wellingtonfl.gov

Abstract Angles: Mother’s Day craft, Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

Moms attending with their young or adult children paint free. No painting experience needed. We use tape to make shapes, paint solid colors over it, and then add patterns. Take off the tape, and it looks great. All materials and supplies are provided. Bring your own food and beverages if you like. $20. Walk-ins welcome before 3 p.m. Arts and Crafts Social Club, 902 N., Flagler Drive, Fort Lauderdale. artsandcrafts socialclub.com

Reggae Sundays, 2 p.m.

Reggae Sundays, A.K.A Church promotes reggae music with live bands and Djs every Sunday afternoon at Wynwood Yard. All ages welcome. Free. The Wynwood Yard, 56 NW 29th St., Miami. thewynwoodyard.com /events