May 4
- May 7 |
Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally
Panama City Beach
Hundreds of motorcycles enthusiasts convene in Panama City Beach each year for the spring rally. Strap on your helmet and get ready for a weekend of fun in the sun. Concerts, custom bike show, bike parade and poker runs. [Panama City Beach Hotels]
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May 5
- May 6 |
Old Spanish Trail Festival
Crestview
Annual festival will feature musicians Gene Watson, Jeff Bates and Mel McDaniel and Oklahoma Wind. Carnival rides, arts and crafts and food vendors. [Crestview Hotels]
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| May 6 |
May Classic 5K 2006
Tampa
Begins and ends in the Village Circle. The 3.1-mile flat course will loop through Swann Avenue, scenic Bayshore Boulevard and Howard Avenue. Live music will be played along the course. Proceeds benefit the Child Abust Council and St. John Green Orthodox School. [Tampa Hotels]
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| May 6 |
Concert Under the Stars
Lake Wales
Spend an enchanted evening under the majestic, moss-covered oak trees at the Annual Concert Under the Stars featuring the Imperial Symphony Orchestra. [Lake Wales Hotels]
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| May 6 |
14th Annual Spring Tour of Homes
Apalachicola
Many of Apalachicola's private homes and buildings only be viewed from the exterior except for this unique day. [Apalachicola Hotels]
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May 6
- May 7 |
Kayak& Wildlife Festival
Port Charlotte
If you love Florida, festival, warm sunny days, paddlesports, competition and natural wonders, Charlotte Harbor has a wonderful event with kayak tours, kayak fishing tournament and wildlife seminars. [Port Charlotte Hotels]
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May 11
- May 13 |
Oh Boy! Oberty Redfish Cup on ESPN2
Punta Gorda
Charlotte Harbor is host to the second leg of the 2006 tournament tour. Includes Big Air Dog competition, All-Around Sportsman events, cardboard boat races, Iron Fish chef's cook-off, "Relatively Redfish" art competition, Jumbotron simulcast of the tournament and food and fun. [Punta Gorda Hotels]
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May 11
- May 13 |
Gulf Coast Triathlon
Panama City Beach
Now in its 24th year, the Gulf Coast Triathlon continues to draw athletes from around the world to compete in this triple-event race. [Panama City Beach Hotels]
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May 12
- May 14 |
Sunshine State Games Figure Skating Championships
Coral Springs
More than 300 amateur figure skaters will compete in the 20th Annual Sunshine State Games Figures Skating Champtionships at Incredible Ice, practice home of the Florida Panthers. [Coral Springs Hotels]
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| May 13 |
Teen Day: The Art of Documenting Life
North Miami
Annual day of workshops for students aged 13 - 19 to meet cutting edge artists, photojournalists and documentary filmmakers. Sign up and attend workshops where you will draw, paint and write poetry. Teens will also experience "15 minutes of fame" with the staff of MTV by performing in front of a "green screen" or a "confessional booth." The best video clips and artwork will appear on both MTV and MOCA websites. [North Miami Hotels]
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| May 13 |
Full Moon Fever
North Palm Beach
Join them under a full moon for a magical night of music. Ameru brings their blend of traditional Andean music mixed with a modern sound. If you can only attened on Moonlight Concert this year, then don't miss this magical night filled with the sounds of Andean Panflutes, Inka flutes, guitars and drums. [North Palm Beach Hotels]
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May 18
- May 21
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Emerald Coast Dealers Boat Show
Okaloosa Island
The annual event at the Emerald Coast Conference Center on Okaloosa Island offers excitement for boaters and anglers of all ages. The show will feature more than 400 types of boats, a vast selection of marine accessories, fishing clinics and kid's activities. [Destin Hotels / Fort Walton Beach Hotels]
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May 19
- May 21 |
Florida Cajun Zydeco Festival
Deerfield Beach
Annual Festival takes place the third week in May. Continuous live music on two convered stages, authentic Cajun and Zydeco performers, covered wooden dance floors, thousands of pounds of live crawfish, hot n' spicy Cajun & Creole food. [Deerfield Beach Hotels]
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May 19
- May 21 |
Gospel Singing Weekend at Jellystone Park
Madison
Fri. night at 7 p.m. starts the weekend with an Open Mic Sing. Gather together with singers from the local area for some old fashion singing. Sat. night's concert begins at 7 p.m. featuring Anchor Menh's Quartet from North Carolina and The Sining Reflections from Trenton, Florida. [Madison Hotels]
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| May 20 |
Civil War Days
Largo
Experience the traditions of everyday Floridians struggling to protect their homes and families while an epic war disrupts life around them. Storytelling, palmetto thatching, cattle whip cracking, salt-making and children's games are just a few of the activities that help set a period atmosphere among the pines and palmettos while drills and other military reenactments set the stage for the annual skirmish. [Largo Hotels]
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May 20
- May 21 |
Florida Keys Island Fest
Islamorada
Annual Florida Keys Island Fest featuring the popular "taste of Islamorada." Event includes an arts & crafts show, live music, delicious Key's food, kid's activities including the construction of the six-foot-tall sand castle and a tethered hot air balloon. Located in Founders Park at Mile Marker 87. [Islamorada Hotels]
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| May 21 |
Bluegrass Jam Music Session
North Palm Beach
Bill Rich and other musicians bring their foot-stompin' and hand-clappin' bluegrass music to the park's amphitheater. Just sit back and enjoy the music in Palm Beach counties most beautiful setting. [North Palm Beach Hotels]
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| May 31 |
Summer Concert Series
Tampa
This popular event features a live concert under the stars on the last Wednesday of the month. Sizable charitable organizations benefit from beer sales. [Tampa Hotels]
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June 9
- June 11 |
Sunshine State Inline Hockey Championships
Lake Worth
Youth and adult inline hockey teams compete for Sunshine State Games gold. [Lake Worth Hotels]
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June 15
- June 18 |
Florida's Sunshine State Games
Miami
Annual Florida's Sunshine State Games, an Olympic-style Sports Festival with competition in 25 sports for amateur athletes of all ages and skill levels. [Miami Hotels]
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June 16
- June 18 |
Our Cultural Connections
Sarasota
A multicultural festival complete with ongoing ethnic entertainment, international food and beverages, a Children's Corner of the World, social multicultural exhibitors and vendors, travel and education exhibitors. Special guests include Mary Eishenhower President of People to People International, Phil Yeh, world-traveling artist, cartoonist and muralist who teaches children to read through his artwork and the launch of a U.S. Congo Choir Tour. [Sarasota Hotels]
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June 23
- January 21 |
Miami Beach: America's Tropical Resort
Miami
See panoramic photographs, hotel brochures, postcards, restaurant menus, souvenirs and bathing suits representing different eras. [Miami Hotels]
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June 24
- June 25
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USA Junior Olympic Windsurfing Festival
Merritt Island
This 7th annual USA Junior Olympic Windsurfing Festival is part of the National tour of events supported by the US Olympic Committee and US Sailing designed to introduce children to the Olympic sports of sailing. Windsurfing has been an Olympic sport since 1984 and the US has medaled in 3 of the 6 events held. This event features FREE learn to windsurf sessions, FREE land activities and competition for novice to advanced juniors - ages 6-17. [Merritt Island Hotels]
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| June 24 |
Flower Power
Tarpon Springs
Live music. 60's there and food. [Tarpon Springs Hotels]
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| June 28 |
Summer Concert Series
Tampa
This popular event features a live concert under the stars on the last Wednesday of the month. Sizable charitable organizations benefit from beer sales. [Tampa Hotels]
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| June 29 |
Art & Jazz on the Avenue
Delray Beach
Open house for restaurants, art galleries and shops along Atlantic Avenue. The evening's festivities include live entertainment, restaurant festivities, gallery showings and special promotions by merchants. [Delray Beach Hotels]
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June 29
- July 1 |
PEPSI 400 at Daytona International Speedway
Daytona Beach
The summer's most anticipated auto event is the Pepsi 400, one of only a few NASCAR races run at night. In addition to the race, area activities include concerts and American Independence Day celebration fireworks. [Daytona Beach Hotels]
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| July 4 |
Fabulous Fourth in Delray Beach
Delray Beach
The city always keeps a contemporary spin on old-fashioned Independence Day patriotism. Festivities start early in the morning and continure well into the night, including the 13th Annual Sand Sculpting competition, bicycle and scooter parade, live entertainment on the beach, food, fireworks and more. [Delray Beach Hotels]
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| July 4 |
Fort Walton Beach Independence Day Celebration
Fort Walton Beach
Held at the Fort Walton Beach Landing. Live music, entertainment, children's activities. Fireworks display at 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by The City of Fort Walton beach and the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber [Fort Walton Beach Hotels]
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| July 4 |
4th of July Concert and Fireworks Show
Homestead
Gates open at 4:30pm at the Homestead Sports Complex. Enjoy children's activities, good food and vendors, live music by thed CAribbean Chillers (Jimmy Buffett Tribute) and a spectacular fireworks show. [Homestead Hotels]
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| July 4 |
Freedom, Fanfare & Fireworks - 4th of July Celebration
Jacksonville
The star-spangled celebration is highlighted by a free concert featuring national recording artists at Metropolitan Park, with Skyblast, the First Coast’s most spectacular 4th of July fireworks display over the St. Johns River. [Jacksonville Hotels]
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| July 4 |
All American Celebration
Tamarac
This event is a 4th of July celebration with fireworks, crafts, amusement rides, live entertainment and much more. [Tamarac Hotels]
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July 8
- July 9 |
Sunshine State Games Slow Pitch Softball Championship
Plant City
Serve as the American Softball Association State Championships and winners will qualify for the ASA National Tournament. [Plant City Hotels]
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| July 26 |
Summer Concert Series
Tampa
This popular event features a live concert under the stars on the last Wednesday of the month. Sizable charitable organizations benefit from beer sales. [Tampa Hotels]
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| August 17 |
Art & Jazz on the Avenue
Delray Beach
Open house for restaurants, art galleries and shops along Atlantic Avenue. The evening's festivities include live entertainment, restaurant festivities, gallery showings and special promotions by merchants. [Delray Beach Hotels]
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| August 19 |
Teen Fest
Merritt Island
4:00 PM-9:00 PM. County wide event for teens in middle and high shool. Featuring local bands, dancing, skate park, free-style competition,contests and inflatables. [Merritt Island Hotels]
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| August 26 |
Annual Festival Latino
Okaloosa Island
Enjoy folkloric presentations, Latin American foods, international music groups, cultural exhibitions, arts and crafts, vendors and family activities. [Destin Hotels / Fort Walton Beach Hotels]
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| August 26 |
Fiesta
Tarpon Springs
Live music. Three bands. Open later until 8:00 p.m. Great food. [Tarpon Springs Hotels]
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| August 30 |
Summer Concert Series
Tampa
This popular event features a live concert under the stars on the last Wednesday of the month. Sizable charitable organizations benefit from beer sales. [Tampa Hotels]
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| September 16 |
Ybor City Arts and Craft Fiesta
Tampa
Ybor City Arts and Craft features over 100 arts and craft, a Salsa competition, entertainment and so much more! [Tampa Hotels]
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| September 16 |
Fall Festival
Tarpon Springs
Live music. Great German food.[Tarpon Springs Hotels]
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| September 30 |
Fiesta de Santa Maria
Fernandina Beach
A festival celebrating the historic latin heritage of Fernandina Beach. Held on South 3rd St. between Centre and Ash Streets. Enjoy latin cuisine from area restaurants, music, dancing, plus a marketplace with a variety of vendors. [Fernandina Beach Hotels]
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October 6
- October 8 |
Destin Seafood Festival
Destin
Enjoy a weekend event with more than 100 arts and crafts vendors, a taste of Destin's finest cuisine, Tadpole Town, where kids can play and live entertainment. [Destin Hotels / Fort Walton Beach Hotels]
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| October 7 |
Plant City Bike Fest
Plant City
Share Plant City's quaint charm with the tens-of-thousands of bikers and motorcycle fans who will come together to enjoy this event. Visit local antique shops and more than 70 food and specialty vendors. [Plant City Hotels]
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| October 7 |
Italian Pride (Pre-Columbus Day Party)
Tarpon Springs
Italian pride at an Italian winery. Live music. A hugh antipasto spread. [Tarpon Springs Hotels]
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October 7
- October 8 |
Art Festival
Tampa
The semi-annual event features more than 200 well-established artists. Sunshine Art Magazine has rated this festival as one of the top 100 art festivals in the country. The vast array of mediums and the wide range of prices makes this event appealing to the art enthusiasts of all tastes and budgets. [Tampa Hotels]
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October 15
- October 16 |
The Creek Side Festival
Palm Coast
Two days of Florida heritage, great music, activities for the entire family, a photo contest, story telling, kayak and walking tours and an arts and crafts fair. Children of all ages can participate in arts and crafts and in games such as potato sack races and a palmetto bug race. [Palm Coast Hotels]
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| October 19 |
Art & Jazz on the Avenue
Delray Beach
Open house for restaurants, art galleries and shops along Atlantic Avenue. The evening's festivities include live entertainment, restaurant festivities, gallery showings and special promotions by merchants. [Delray Beach Hotels]
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October 19
- October 22 |
Biketoberfest
Daytona Beach Area
Festivities include motorcycle races, charity rides, street festivals and expos. A family-oriented event that gives motorcycle enthusiats that one last ride before storing the bike away for winter. [Daytona Beach Hotels]
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October 20
- October22 |
Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival
Niceville
The Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival is one of the largest festivals in Northwest Fl. It features great food,arts and crafts and national entertainment.The festival is held the third full weekend in October Each year. [Niceville Hotels]
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| October 21 |
Annual Fall Pet Fest
Fort Myers
The Fall Pet Fest features a variety of pets for adoption, pet contests with prizes, dog fashion show, flyball, agility, dog demonstrations, games, music, food, vendor marketplace, raffle and silent auction. Proceeds benefit the Animal Care Trust Fund. [Fort Myers Hotels]
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| October 25 |
Summer Concert Series
Tampa
This popular event features a live concert under the stars on the last Wednesday of the month. Sizable charitable organizations benefit from beer sales. [Tampa Hotels]
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| October 28 |
Wine, Goblins and Ghosts
Tarpon Springs
The Winery is open everyday from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. but hours will be extended to 8:00 p.m. Live music from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Ghostly treats and spookey food. [Tarpon Springs Hotels]
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| November 2 |
Jazz Amelia
Fernandina Beach
A community-wide celebration of this truly American art form. From intimate settings to large concerts, a variety of Jazz will performed on Amelia Island during this inaugual festival. [Fernandina Beach Hotels]
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| November 4 |
Ms. Golden America Pageant
Fort Myers
Pageant honoring women 50 years of age and older. Featured on Good Morning America on ABC. Pageant will take place at the Harborside Event Center and will feature musical entertainment and women from throughout the country competing for the title. [Fort Myers Hotels]
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November 4
- November 5 |
25th Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show
Gainesville
Fine arts festival showcasing over 250 of the nations finest artist. Three stages of entertainment, a free blues concert Friday evening and Jazz Festival Saturday evening. [Gainesville Hotels]
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November 6
- November 9
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Fort Myers Beach Sandsculpting Festival
Fort Myers Beach
A national sandsculpting championship that attracts a variety of sculptors, ranging from national masters to local regional amateurs. [Fort Myers Hotels]
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November 10
- November 12 |
Festival of the Masters
Lake Buena Vista
Come be a part of the art! Sroll among 200 award-winning fine artists who will transform the Downtown Disneyâ area at the Walt Disney World Resort into a outdoor gallery. [Lake Buena Vista Hotels]
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| November 11 |
Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony
Tamarac
Veterans Day Parade starts at 9:00am and is followed by a ceremony at Veterans Park at 10:00am. [Tamarac Hotels]
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November 13
- November 23 |
Frank Brown International Songwriters' Festival
Pensacola
musicians from all over the world bring magical music to the Gulf Coast in November 13-23. Participating venues range from Pensacola to Magnolia Springs, Ala. Music of all genres will be performed throughout the festival, which serves as a time for hit writers, aspiring newcomers and an audience that appreciates great music to come together. [Pensacola Hotels]
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November 16
- November 26 |
Broward County Fair
Ft. Lauderdale
The Broward County Fair is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization whose primary objective is to produce South Florida's finest family "edu-tainment" event. The goal is to enhance and encourage the lives of our students and community. [Fort Lauderdale Hotels]
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| November 18 |
Plant City Pig Jam State BBQ Championship
Plant City
To share Plant City's quaint charm with hundreds of barbecue aficionados and enthusiass who will come together to enjoy this event. Contestants will compete for cash and prizes in professinoal, amateur and kids barbecue competitions. Guests will be able to sample some of the country's best barbecue ribs, pork, beef brisket and chicken. [Plant City Hotels]
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| November 23 |
26th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Race
Tamarac
Kick off Thanksgiving morning and burn some calories by running in the 26th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Race. Race starts at 7:30am. Awards given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group. [Tamarac Hotels]
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November 23
- November 26 |
Turkey Run
Daytona Beach
This classic automobile swap meet and sale is held annually at Daytona International Speedway. Turkey Run features more than 5,000 special interest vehicles including street machines, customs, street rods, classics, sports cars, muscle cars, race cars and trucks.[Daytona Beach Hotels]
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| November 24 |
Enchanted Tree Lighting
Tampa
Santa arrives to light the 30-foot tree and kick off the holiday season. Highlights include musical performances. [Tampa Hotels]
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| November 25 |
Jacksonville Light Parade
Jacksonville
The St. Johns River is transformed into a sparkling cavalcade of holiday spirit as the First Coast’s finest boats parade down the river. Featuring the signature bridge “waterfalls.” [Jacksonville Hotels]
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November 25
- November 26 |
Ybor City Arts & Craft Fiesta
Tampa
Ybor City Arts and Craft in November features over 150 arts and craft vendors, childrens free holiday craft and is in conjuncation with the Ybor Saturday Market. [Tampa Hotels]
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December 1
- December 31 |
Holiday on the Harbor
Destin
Enjoy a month long celebration of lights along the Destin Harbor. Boat cruises, fireworks and a boat parade will be part of the activities. [Destin Hotels / Fort Walton Beach Hotels]
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| December 2 |
Animation in Motion
Niceville
Enjoy the largest residential Christmas display in Niceville with more than 350 animated dolls, 800 piece Christmas village with two trains, indoor and outdoor lighted displays and more.Special group tours available with advanced notice. [Niceville Hotels]
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December 2
- December 10 |
Florida Senior Games State Championships
Fort Myers and Cape Coral
The 15th Annual Florida Senior Games State Championships, an Olympic-style Sports Festival for senior athletes age 50 and over with competition in 23 sports and events. [Fort Myers Hotels and Cape Coral Hotels]
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December 3
- December 5 |
Annual Thunderbird Intertribal Powwow
Niceville
Native American traditional song and dance festival brings dancers from all over the Southeast to the Mullet Festival Grounds on Highway 85 and College Boulevard. Storytellers, flute players, gospel singers, Hawaiian dancers, vendors and a craft competition round out the event. [Niceville Hotels]
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| December 16 |
Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade
Fort Lauderdale
35 year Celebration of Holiday Magic. Theme - "Broadway on the Waterway." 100 decorated vessels glisten the 10-mi. intracoastal parade route entertaining 850,000 spectators. Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade is one of the top parades in the world. [Fort Lauderdale Hotels]
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| December 31 |
New Year’s Eve Celebration Fireworks
Jacksonville
Ring in the New Year in style with Jacksonville’s biggest New Year’s bash downtown. Featuring food, live entertainment, Gator Bowl team pep rallies, fireworks and more! [Jacksonville Hotels]
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January 14
- January30 |
South Florida Fair
West Palm Beach
Palm Beach County's oldest and largest outdoor event, featuring entertainment, carnival midway and games, livestock, competitive events, food concessions and exhibits and the Great American Crafts Show. [West Palm Beach Hotels]
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| January 18 |
Art & Jazz on the Avenue
Delray Beach
Open house for restaurants, art galleries and shops along Atlantic Avenue. The evening's festivities include live entertainment, restaurant festivities, gallery showings and special promotions by merchants. [Delray Beach Hotels]
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February 10
- February 21 |
Florida State Fair
Tampa
With daily parades, horse shows, livestock competitions, roving entertainers, concerts and fabulous Fair food, it’s a time when family and friends gather, and memories are made. (800) 345-FAIR. [Tampa Hotels]
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March 3
- March 11 |
Florida Strawberry Festival
Plant City
A family oriented event to celebrate the harvest of the strawberry. Exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture,crafts, parades, top name entertainment,a carnival and strawberries in more ways than you can imagine.[Plant City Hotels]
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March 3
- March4 |
Leesburg Fine Art Festival
Leesburg
Produced by: Leesburg Center for the Arts
The 30th Annual Leesburg Fine Art Festival will be held in Historic Downtown Leesburg and will include over 140 fine artists. The show will also feature "Jazz on the Square" sponsored by the City of Leesburg. [Leesburg Hotels]
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March 9
- March 18 |
Firefighters' Indian River County Fair
Vero Beach
Local Firefighters have sponsored this event since 1980. All proceeds support local High School Scolarships, the County Burn Fund, local charitable organizations, Fairground improvements and the benefit of public safety. [Vero Beach Hotels]
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April 2
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Springtime Tallahassee
Tallahassee
Annual spring festival featuring 200 arts and crafts vendors, "kids park", four entertainment stages and a Grand Parade. [Tallahassee Hotels]
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