Movie in the Park (Fri)

Hours: Starts @ 7pm

Where: Reiter Park

Information Provided by City of Longwood

Watch a free movie with us at Reiter Park on Friday, January 17 at 7:00 pm. Bring your family and friends, and don’t forget to pack a blanket, chair, and/or snacks. The featured movie is "Jumanji"


Caffeine & Chrome (Sat)

Hours: 9am-12pm

Where: 635 Century Point Suite 101, Lake Mary, FL 32746

Information provided by Gateway Classic Cars

Classic Cars! Pastries! Caffeine! A great way to enjoy a morning with friends and family while looking at great classic cars, or even daily drivers! Gateway Classic Cars is proud to present the Caffeine and Chrome Car Show on the last Saturday of the month from 9am to 12pm. Enjoy free pastries and coffee (while supplies last). Open to the public, NO Admission Fee, and family/pet friendly.


4th Annual Mermaids & Pirates & Seafood (Sat)

Hours: 10am - 3:30pm

Where: Flagler County Fairgrounds

Information provided by For the Love of Shopping LLC

We cannot believe our 4th Annual Mermaids & Pirates & Seafood, Oh My! Is a little over 6 months away. It's never too early to plan for the fun! This year we are at a new location: The Flagler Fairgrounds in Bunnell. We will have Mermaids & Pirates, Music & Food Trucks, Vendors and Makers with their nautical items, mermaids and pirate themed items and a talented vendors with one of a kind finds. Feel free to dress in your best garb or mermaid attire for the fun!


Lake Nona Art Festival (Sat)

Hours: 10am -6pm

Where: Lake Nona Town Center

Information Provided by: Lake Nona

Join us for the Lake Nona Art Festival, a vibrant two-day celebration of creativity and culture! This annual festival showcases a dazzling variety of art across mediums and styles, featuring local and national artists. From stunning paintings and sculptures to photography and handcrafted jewelry, there's something to inspire everyone.

Explore the Lake Nona Town Center, immerse yourself in live entertainment, and enjoy unique opportunities to purchase art directly from talented vendors.

Festival Highlights

Art Offerings: A wide range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, and jewelry-making.

Special Features: Live music and entertainment, art sales from a curated selection of vendors. Interactive experiences including a life-size paint by number mural. Life art exhibits featuring a sand sculptor, chalk artists, sculpture painters and more!

Boxi Park will be opening early at 11:00am each day of the event. Bring the whole family out for live entertainment, playground with bounce houses and food and beverage offerings.

Local Connection: A mix of local and national artists bringing diverse styles and perspectives.

Food & Drink: Enjoy delicious offerings from food trucks and local Lake Nona restaurants, including:
Nami
BACÁN
Boxi Park
Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen
Park Pizza & Brewing Co
Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine

Lake Nona is not just a community—it’s an epicenter of innovation and creativity. With a vibrant public art scene and immersive cultural experiences, the Lake Nona Art Festival is the perfect way to experience this unique community.

Take an art tour and explore Lake Nona's signature public art installations. Learn more about the area's creativity through this blog: https://lakenona.com/community/lake-nona-art-tour/

This event is presented by Advent Health

Sponsored by Renewal by Andersen, ICI Homes, Leaf Home Water Solutions and Power Home Remodeling


4th Annual Strawberry Festival (Sat & Sun)

Hours: 10am-5pm

Where: Amber Brooke Farms

Information Provided by: Amber Brooke Farms

Join us for a berry sweet celebration packed with fun, laughter, and plenty of strawberries! Here’s everything you need to know about our festival events each day from February 15 to February 23.
Enjoy delicious food trucks, exciting contests, live music, 20% Off Strawberry U-Pick and family-friendly activities like face painting and foam cannon fun. Don’t forget to snap a selfie with our lovable Strawberry Mascot!
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When: February 15, 16, 22, & 23 | 10am-5pm
Where: 36111 N CR 44A, Eustis FL 32736
Pricing: $14.95 online (plus tax and processing fee) | $16.95 at the gate
Tickets: https://amberbrookefarms.ticketspice.com/eus-strawberry...
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This day you can expect:
Food Trucks: Hick & Honey, United Steaks, Artisan Experience, Grumpy’s Homemade Ice Cream, ABF Food Truck & Silo
Live Music by Jana Exposito 11am-4pm
ABF Happy Hour (1/2 Priced Drinks!): 3:30pm-4:30pm
Sunflower U-Pick ($2 per stem)
Strawberry U-Pick | 20% OFF U-PICK
Free Face Painting | 11am-3pm
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Schedule:
11am – Foam Daddy Cannon (15 mins of foam)
12:00pm – Strawberry Stemming Contest
12:30pm – Candy Cannon - Strawberry Mascot Present
1pm – Foam Daddy Cannon (15 mins of foam)
2pm – Candy Cannon - Strawberry Mascot Present
2:30 - Shortcake Eating Contest - Strawberry Mascot Present 3pm – Foam Daddy Cannon (15 mins of foam)
4pm – Candy Cannon - Strawberry Mascot Present
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Eustis Farm Activities:
All activities included in admission unless otherwise noted
* Gel Blasters (Admission Sold Separately. Available for Advance Purchase | $7 for 1,000 Gels)
* Archery Range (Admission Sold Separately. Available for Advance Purchase | $7 for 2 rounds of 5 arrows)
* Gemstone Mining (Admission Sold Separately. Available for Advance Purchase | Prices vary depending on package ranging $8-$50)
* Bubble Barn
* Ball Zone
* Jump Pads
* Spider Webs
* Corn Hole
* Slide Hill
* Cow Train
* Sunflower Express
* Family Tug-O-War
* Playgrounds
* Tire Sand Pit with Diggers
* Duck Race
REMINDERS: We are a cashless farm. We take Credit, Debit, Google, and Apple Pay. We do not allow pets on our property.

Craft Chili Cook Off (Sun)

Hours:2pm - 5pm

Where: Hourglass Brewing

Information Provided by: Hourglass Brewing

$10 Tickets - Unlimited Chili Sampling - Half Off Your First HG Beer

Join us at Hourglass Brewing Longwood for our 4th Annual Craft Chili Cook-Off. With 20 unique chili entries, it's up to you to vote for the best chili while enjoying half off your first Hourglass draught.

Secure your ticket and get ready to sample an array of chili creations, all competing for cash prizes and the title of Craft Chili Champion.

Your ticket provides:
Unlimited sampling of up to 20 different chili entries
Half off your first Hourglass Brewing beer

Get Your Tickets Here: https://shorturl.at/oNVl3

Think you have what it takes to outcook the competition?

Sign Up to Compete Here: https://forms.gle/Ffz15LYTyU6FhYtn9


And if you’re looking for things to do year round, check out our other blog!

Free and Budget Friendly Things To Do in Central Florida