Editing Sunrise, Florida (section)

==Arts and culture==

Sunrise hosts events throughout the year in celebration of holidays, seasons and other occasions. Highlights include:

'''Earth Day Festival''': This celebration of green living sponsored by the city's Utilities Department. The Earth Day Festival features live music; children's rides and activities; a farmer's market; unique, handcrafted goods, ethnic and traditional foods, and eco-conscious organizations. Giveaways include BPA-free water bottles that can be filled throughout the day at the City's complimentary water station.
 
'''Cultural Festival''': Designed to celebrate, highlight and unify the diverse cultures represented in the City, the festival showcases multi-ethnic foods, music, art, and dance. This event is held each November in City Park.
 
'''Harvest Festival''': Held each October, this festival includes costume contests, horse-drawn hayrides and an old fashioned pumpkin patch.
 
'''Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks''': This regional celebration begins with a patriotic parade, followed by a family-friendly party with free food, rides and live entertainment. The evening's events – made possible by a public/private partnership with the former Bank Atlantic Center, now BB&T Center – include fireworks and live music.

'''Woodstock''': This annual event features hand-made crafts from local artists. Held the first weekend in December, it is a popular event and also features local musical talents, among other entertainment.