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ACTIVITIES: Festivals | EcoTourism | Golf | Equestrian | Parks
Boating & Fishing | Sightseeing | Art Galleries | After 5:00
Festivals, Fairs and Events
Here is a listing of the upcoming events that are going on in and around Mount Dora. Be sure to plan ahead, as lodging gets booked up early for many of these.
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| February 18 - 21, 2010 13th Annual Mount Dora Music Festival "The Mount Dora Music Festival is dedicated to presenting an annual, multi-genre, high quality, cross-cultural celebration of music. Please visit www.MountDoraMusicFest.com Contact: Mount Dora Music Festival Phone: (352) 385-1010 |
March 6 - 7, 2010
The Patrick Kinkade Heritage Tour at Patrick's Fine Art in Downtown Mount Dora
Antique Boat Festival Over 325 antique, classic and historic boats are on display at the southeast's largest event of this type. Location: Wooten Park, Tavares Times: 9am to 5pm Thursday-Saturday, 9am to 1 pm Sunday Contact: Terry Fiest from the Sunnyland Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society For more information: www.acbs-sunnyland.com |
14th Annual Spring Collectibles & Crafts Show Join us as our downtown streets come alive with antiques and collectibles dealers displaying their treasures for show and sale. It's a fun two-day, open-air event, with historic Mount Dora as a backdrop, and hosting thousands of visitors. Bring the family, wear comfortable shoes, and get ready to shop 'til you drop! Location: Downtown Streets of Mount Dora Times: Sat 9 - 6, Sun 9 - 5 Contact: Mount Dora Village Merchants & Business Association, Inc. Phone: 352-735-1191 Artists wishing to reserve space for a booth can email: contact@mtdora.org, or visit: www.MountDoraSpringShow.com |
| March 17 - 20, 2010 Festival of Reading Writers contests, poetry under the oaks, brown bag lunches and various literature readings. Location: W.T. Bland Public Library Times: Various Contact: W.T. Bland Public Library Phone: 352-735-7180 |
April 2 - 3, 2010
8th Annual Dragon Boat Festival
Dragon Boat racing is one of the fastest growing water sports in the world. Over two million people participate in these races worldwide. Action-packed contests begin
with a crew of 20 paddlers led by the loud, steady beat of the drummer.
Opening Ceremonies: Friday - 6:00pm
Races Begin: Saturday - 9:00am
Location: Wooten Park, Downtown Tavares
Contact: Karen Gehbauer
Tel: 352-343-2531
For More Information: www.cfdragonboat.org
| April 3 - 4, 2010 Sail Boat Regatta The oldest sailing regatta in the state will prove a fun day for the whole family. Location: Mount Dora Yacht Club Phone: 352-383-3188 |
April 24 - 26, 2010
14th Annual Leesburg BikeFest
The annual Bike Fest features bands, bikinis and a bunch of bikes. Plan to join us as Leesburg welcomes motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the southeast for a weekend of good times in the Florida sunshine. There will be as many as 40 free concerts on 8 stages. Don't miss it!
Location: Downtown Leesburg (15 minutes from Mount Dora)
More Info: www.LeesburgBikeFest.com
9th Annual Taste of Mount Dora A spectacular evening of culinary delights prepared by area restaurants. Call today... tickets are limited and sell out every year! Location: Lakeside Receptions Contact: Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce Phone: (352) 383-2165 |
Friday - Sunday, May, 21 - 23, 2010
2nd Annual Blues & Wine Festival
A three day celebration of Wine & Blues at the historic Lakeside Inn.
Location: Lakesidee Inn, Downtown Mount Dora
Contact: Lakeside Inn
Tel: 800-556-5016
For More Information: www.MountDoraBluesAndWineFest.com
| July 4, 2010 Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration Join us for an old fashioned celebration of our Independence Day with a parade at 10am, live music in the park and fireworks at dusk! Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Mount Dora. Location: Downtown Times: Parade: 10 a.m., Fireworks: Dusk Contact: Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Phone: 352-383-2165 |
3rd Annual Florida Highwaymen Summer Art Festival
A three day celebration of art & culture featuring the Florida Highwaymen artists.
Location: Donnelly Park, Downtown Mount Dora
Contact: Heron Cay (Randy)
Tel: (352) 383-4050
For More Information: www.MountDoraArt.com
| October 9 - 11, 2010 34th Annual Bicycle Festival Attracting 1,200 cyclists, this is Florida's oldest and largest bicycling event! With rides of varying lengths skill levels, cyclists of all ages come and see why Lake County is recognized as one of the best places in the world to ride. Location: Downtown Mount Dora Contact: Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Phone: 352-383-2165 |
26th Annual Craft Fair This nationally ranked juried event continues to attract over 250,000 visitors and over 400 of the best crafters in the country. Location: Downtown Streets of Mount Dora Times: 9 am - 5 pm daily Contact: Mount Dora Village Merchants Association Phone: 352-735-1191 Crafters & Artists wishing to reserve space for a booth may register online at www.MountDoraCraftFair.com |
November 2010
| November 7 & 8, 2009 15th Annual Mount Dora Plant & Garden Fair Admission is free. Central Florida's top growers bring more than 12,000 plants. The event features orchid growers and includes native plants, butterfly-attracting perennials, herbs, roses, camellias, begonias with a complete selection of rare and unusual tropical plants. Garden antiques, festive flags and unusual containers are also a focus. Location: Simpson's Cove (Downtown Lakefront) Contact: Christine Cole Phone: 352-357-4116 |
Friday, November 13, 2009
Movie In The Park: The Land Before Time
Location: Donnelly Park, Downtown Mount Dora
Times: Dusk
1st & 3rd Friday & Saturday of Every Month)
Mount Dora Ghost Walk
The Mount Dora Ghost Walk
Where History meets Mystery,
The Mount Dora Ghost Walk serving the Mount Dora Historical Society is offering tours every 1st & 3rd Friday and Saturday of each month.. With winter tours at 7:00pm & 8:00pm. This lantern led narrated ghost walk searches the streets, back alleys and buildings of Old Mount Dora that are told to possess ghosts, apparitions and spirits of those long departed. Combining an historical account of the history of the beginnings of downtown Mount Dora with the tales and legends of some scary ghostly encounters told to us by those who have witnessed these eerie happenings.
With destinations not limited to the Ghosts of Drawdy Lane, the Lakeside Inn, the Renaissance Building, The Old City Jail Cell and the infamous Dr. Nutter’s House , You will encounter a history lesson and perhaps some scary encounters with current and past residents of Mount Dora.
Ghost Walks originate from the Mount Dora History Museum located at 450 Royellou Lane between 4th & 5th Avenues and between Donnelly & Baker Streets. Tour and interior show last about 90 minutes and cover about 3/4 miles of walking. Tours are preceded by a 20 minute seated theatrical performance title; "The Insidious Dr. Nutter. . Tours are held rain or shine and wheelchair friendly. Tours accommodating blind and low vision, handicapped and hearing impaired available. Spanish speaking tours available.
Tickets are $10 for over 12 years of age and $8.00 under 12, tickets available by calling 352-406-5672 or email mountdoraghostwalk@yahoo.com or visit our website at www.mountdoraghostwalk.com. Please give your name, number of attendees, desired date & time. Reservations are required.
Press Contact:
Andrew Mullen
royellou@gmail.com
www.mountdoraghostwalk.com.
Location: Royellou Museum
Times: 6 - 9 p.m.
For information: Royellou@gmail.com
| November 20 - 22, 2009 Antique Extravaganza An antique lover's dream! This event held at Renningers Twin Markets, is one of the largest gatherings of antique dealers in the south with over 1,500 dealers attending. Antique Fairs held third weekend of each month. Location: Renninger's Twin Markets Contact: Renninger's Twin Markets Phone: (352) 383-8393 or 800-522-3555 |
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Light Up Mount Dora
Join us in lighting Donnelly Park and Downtown Mount Dora with close to 2 million sparkling lights! Wonderful Holiday Season Entertainment and festivities including Community Choir, Ballet, Soloist, Singalongs and Santa!!
Location: Donnelly Park
Times: 5pm - 9pm
Contact: Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 352-383-2165
December 2009
Friday, December 4, 2009
Christmas Walk
A holiday street party with music, Santa and shopping.
Location: Streets of Downtown Mount Dora
Times: 6 - 9 p.m.
For information: Downtown Village Merchants: 352-735-1911
December 5 & 6, 2009
Christmas Tour of Homes
Tour six Mount Dora homes that are beautifully decorated for the holidays.
Location: Various Mount Dora Homes
Times: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Price: $15
For information: call Renee at 352-383-8808, or
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce at 352-383-2165
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Christmas Parade
Christmas Parade in the streets of Mount Dora.
Location: Streets of Downtown Mount Dora
Time: 1 p.m.
For information: Mount Dora Lions Club at 352-735-9629
Friday, December 19, 2009
A Mount Dora Christmas Carol
The cast & crew of the Mount Dora Ghost Walk present a Mount Dora Christmas Carol, after the show the shops will be open late, dining specials, entertainment... Mount Dora has it all. Experience historic Mount Dora after hours and enjoy the ambiance.
Location: Donnelly Park, Mount Dora
Times: Saturday December 19th 7pm & 8:30pm
Cost: $12.00 over 12 years old, $10 under 12.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Wild & Naked New Year's Eve Party at Mt Dora Sushi & Steak
Mt Dora Sushi & Steak
Wild & Naked New Year's Eve Party
All you can drink champagne, sushi buffet, wild and exotic animals & nude sushi from the Japanese tradition of "nyotaimori" with a professional model.
Location: Mt Dora Sushi & Steak,124 E.3rd Ave, Mount Dora
Time: 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Price: $60 pp or $100 per couple in advance.
For information & for reservations: Call Janet at 352-217-8390
Thursday, December 31, 2009
New Year's Eve celebration in Donnelly Park
New Year's Eve celebration
New Year's Eve celebration in Donnelly Park
Join us in Donnelly Park for a family New Year's Eve celebration featuring live entertainment featuring Mickey Carrol & Friends.
Location: Donnelly Park, Mount Dora
Time: 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Price: FREE
For information: www.MtDora.org
Saturday, January 9, 2009
4th Mount Dora Florida Highwaymen Art Show & Sale
| February 6 & 7, 2010 35th Annual Mount Dora Art Festival "Ranked in the top 100 art shows in the nation!" -- Sunshine Artist For art lovers, casual festival-goers and families, nothing compares to the Mount Dora Art Festival. This Festival is one of the largest in the state with about 285 artists from all over the world. Times: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Contact: Mount Dora Center for the Arts Phone: 352-383-0880 |
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