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  • 324 Florida

  • Archer Florida

    • Yulee Railroad Days
      Various events at different venues throughout the day celebrating the history of the Florida Railroad System! Come out and join the fun!

  • Bell Florida

    • Hart Springs Nature Festival
      This event showcases the beauty of nature at Florida springs. Event will include a bird watching tour ( 9:00 sharp), and a native plants and trees tour on our ½ mile boardwalk. The Master Gardeners, Institute of food and Agriculture Science (IFAS), FFA, and 4-H will have exhibits and displays. There will be food, plant, crafts and other vendors. Music and children’s activities, and of course swimming in one of the largest natural springs in Florida.

  • Cedar Key Florida

    • 42nd Annual Cedar Key Seafood Festival
      9:00 AM until 5:00 PM each day. This major event features well over 200 arts and crafts exhibits, and great local seafood food in City Park. There will be live musical entertainment at several places around town during the days and nights, and a parade on Saturday morning. In addition on this weekend, there is an open house at the lighthouse on Seahorse Key, the big island 3 miles to the west of Cedar Key. Explore the lighthouse, look at the exhibits and wander this beautiful island. Shuttle boats are available at City Marina. Be sure to remember your camera and binoculars!

    • A Cedar Key Christmas
    • Cedar Key Small Boat Meet
      The Cedar Key small boat is completely informal. Tides and weather are the only organization. There are no planned events, signups, or fees. All shallow draft boats are welcome: canoes & kayaks, catboats & catamarans, trimarans, rowboats, sailing dinghies, scows, sharpies, & sampans, punts, pirogues, prams, & pirates' jonboats. For information call the Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce, 352-543-5600.

    • Cedar Key Star Party
      The events hosted by the State Park will be: 2/20/12 - evening event at Cedar Key Museum 2/22/12 - stargazing hayrides at Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve 2/24/12 - evening event at Cedar Key Museum More info to follow

    • Cedar Keys Light Station
      The Cedar Keys Light Station will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.for a bright holiday event: Holiday Light. There will be period-dress interpreters, refreshments, and holiday season photo opportunities. Special-value holiday prices will be offered by tour boats. Join us for this one time event!

    • Fine Arts Show
      Make a date with Cedar Key and enjoy sauntering down Historic 2nd Street while enjoying fine art from a very select group of incredibly talented artists. Featuring award-winning fine art, paintings, sculptures, jewelry, crafts, ceramics, textiles, photography, and more. All this while taking in tasty fresh local seafood from our casual and fine dining seaside restaurants, and beautiful coastal scenery in this unforgettable Old Florida setting.

    • Hidden Coast Paddling Festival
      The festival begins in Cedar Key with a fishing tournament,guided paddles and evening events and ends in Steinhatchee on 9-25. Check www.hiddencoast.net for all the events.

    • Seahorse Key Lighthouse Open house
      Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge invites you to an openhouse on Seahorse Key Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Seahorse Key is usually closed to the public so don't miss this special annual event.

  • Chiefland Florida

    • Chiefland Christmas Festival
      The festival will include several events including: parades, live entertainment, caroling, visits with Santa and lighting competitions. Come join the fun!!

    • Chiefland Watermelon Festival
      The annual Chiefland Watermelon Festival is held in downtown Chiefland. The festival is the biggest event of the year in Chiefland. Come out and enjoy delicious watermelon as well as fun filled events including: a parade, auction, seed spitting contest and the annual Watermelon Queen contest.

    • Clay Landing Days
      Clay Landing Days will feature rides through the north trail system where visitors will experience the lifestyle of early settlers and Seminole Indians. One of the rides is accessible to persons with disabilities with little or no assistance, including wheelchairs. This fun ride and journey into the past will bear witness to survival skills used by Native Americans and pioneers alike to learn how they lived, what clothing they wore and how food was prepared over campfires. If you master communication with them, you may even get to sample tasty morsels. Clay Landing Days activities are free with a paid park admission of $6.00 per carload of up to eight people. For more information please call the park at 352-493-6072.

    • Eerie Acres Hayride and Haunted Trail
      Eerie Acres Haunted Attraction offers affordable Halloween fun and fright for all ages. Climb aboard our Hayride to view a variety of Halloween themed decorations, get lost in our Maze, face your fears in our Haunted Woods or bring the little ones for fun in our Kid Zone. Friday and Saturday Nights in October, 7-11 pm. Call for pricing.

    • Log Cabin Quilter's Show and Sale
      Annual show and sale for the Log Cabin Quilters. Great gifts for the holiday season can be found. View the quilters at work and see some of the awesome products they have created.

    • Suwannee Valley Players
      2008 Season, check website for show times. Grease, Romeo & Juliet and Treasure Island.

  • Crawfordville Florida

    • 3rd annual Woodstork Festival
      Woodstork Music Festival and Silent Auction features a variety of live bands, a silent auction, art vendors, education vendors, kids activities, food,and drink. Proceeds go to care for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife at Florida Wild Mammal Association.

    • BullBash 2010
      BullBash 2010 is the toughest sport on dirt and it's back at 3Y Ranch in Crawfordville. $20 Adults, $10 under 12, free for under 6

    • Crawfordville Swine Festival
      Festivities for the Annual Crawfordville Swine Festival or "Pig Party" will begin at 10:30 am and continue all day. Activities include: a parade, beauty contests, showmanship competition, swine judging and of course bar-b-que.

  • Fanning Springs Florida

    • Fanning Springs Festival of Lights
      The Fanning Springs Festival of Lights is one of the longest running holiday festivals in the area. It receives a very large attendance of locals and out-of-the-area folks alike to enjoy the arts and crafts, the antique car show, the great entertainment, the delicious food, the famous rubber ducky race in the afternoon and, if the river is accommodating, the lighted boat parade.

    • Festival of Lights

  • Fanning Springs Florida

    • Springs and Blooms Garden Festival
      The Third Annual Fanning Springs garden festival will emphasize the necessity of utilizing environmentally friendly gardening techniques. There will be food, a landscaping showcase, plant sales, games and much more. Entry into the event is free.

  • Gainesville Florida

    • 27th Annual Hoggetowne Medieval Faire
      Step back in time at the 27th Annual Hoggetowne Medieval Fair at the Alachua County Fairgrounds on Jaunary 26 and 27 and February 1,2,and 3. Cheer on royal knights as they joust on horseback for their ladies' honor. Visit eight stages of continuous entertainment featuring gypsy dancing, full-flight falconry and incredible magic acts. Shop at the marketplace, where hundreds of artisans sell their medieval wares. Feast on food fit for a king, including giant turkey legs and bloomin' onions. For information call the City of Gainesville at 352-334-ARTS.

    • 31st Annual Downtown Festival and Art Show
      Gainesville will transform into a masterful blend of art, music and entertainment during the 31st Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show, one of the nation’s premier outdoor fine arts festivals. Presented by the City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, the festival draws a crowd of more than 100,000 each year. On Saturday, Oct 13, and Sunday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., visitors can marvel at artistic displays from more than 250 of the nation’s most talented artists, enjoy entertainment on three stages and sample international cuisine. The Festival features a free hands-on art activity for the children and a free Blues Concert on Saturday evening. Since 1996, the Downtown Festival & Art Show has ranked among the top festivals in the nation. Sunshine Artist magazine ranked the Festival no. 16 among the best fine art shows in the country and Greg Lawler’s Art Fair SourceBook ranked the show no. 27. For more information, visit www.gvlculturalaffairs.org or call 352-334-ARTS.

    • 41st Annual Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival
      Voted "Best Arts & Crafts Festival" in Florida Monthly's 2008 Best of Florida Awards! The SF Spring Arts Festival, April 10-11, is garnishing its 41st birthday celebration with a twist of jazz. The Santa Fe Jazz Big Band, Santa Fe Jazz Combo, Santa Fe Rhythm & Blues Band, The Tazers, 6th Street Rhythm & Blues Review, and GrüvTherapy will perform in a free jazz and blues festival on the Thomas Center lawn 3-8:30 p.m. Saturday, April 10. There's lots of festival activity at the Thomas Center, where young artists sell their work and families make art projects at the Kids' Art Jungle. Another Spring Arts "first" this year is a direct tie-in to the SF Teaching Zoo. The zoo will be open festival weekend so folks can visit two family-oriented events in Gainesville - an art festival for excitement and a kid friendly zoo for enchantment.

    • 5th Avenue Arts Festival
      The 5th Avenue Arts Festival is presented by the Cultural Arts Coalition. The festival will feature art, entertainment and music which celebrates the rich culture of African-Americans in Gainesville. The Annual FAAF is a celebration of the rich African American culture of Gainesville through the arts. The Festival has traditionally been held the weekend of Malcolm X birthday (May 19th) The Festival is a two-day street event which host gospel, blues, jazz, R & B, Rap, modern and African dance performances throughout the day. The are activities for children and information relevant to the health and welfare of the community. Food booths line the streets of the Festival that ranges from barbecue to Jamaican to seafood.

    • Art in Thornebrook Village
      The Art Festival at Thornbrook is a two-day festival of juried fine arts and fine crafts under the covered walkways and on the grassy areas and plaza of Thornebrook Village.

    • Cane Boil & Longleaf Pine Youth Fiddle Contest
      Cane boils were a time for friends and neighbors to gather for work and for play. Honoring that tradition, Morningside Nature Center invites you to kick up your heels and enjoy the sounds of the Youth Fiddle Contest from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Fiddlers wanted! Complete contest rules and registration forms are available online at http://www.friendsofnatureparks.org.

    • Downtown Countdown New Year's Eve Celebration
      8 PM - 12:30 AM Bo Diddley Community Plaza The City of Gainesville’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs will host Downtown Countdown, a New Year’s Eve celebration concert at the Bo Diddley Community Plaza.

    • Earth Day Festival
      Join us for a day of crafts, games, plant sales, and educational presentations from UF and Community Organizations to celebrate the Earth! All ages are welcome! The festival will be held on the University of Florida Campus at Fifield Hall on Hull Road. Cost is FREE! Contact JJ Sadler at jjsadler@ufl.edu for more information

    • Feed a Frog Fridays
      First Friday of the Month, from September 7th to May 2nd, 2008, at 2:00 pm in the Education Building. Join the fun, get the facts! Youngsters, with an adult, can join a Morningside Nature Center animal caretaker for amphibian and reptile feeding during Feed-A-Frog-Fridays. This FREE program begins at 2:00 pm and lasts about 45 minutes to an hour.

    • Fifth Avenue Arts Festival
      Theme: "We are our children's keepers" The Annual FAAF is a celebration of the rich African American culture of Gainesville through the arts. The Festival has traditionally been held the weekend of Malcolm X's birthday (May 19th) The Festival is a two-day street event which host gospel, blues, jazz, R & B, Rap, modern and African dance performances throughout the day. The are activities for children and information relevant to the health and welfare of the community. Food booths line the streets of the Festival that ranges from barbecue to Jamaican to seafood.

    • First Annual Garden Bike Tour of Gainesville
      Bike Tour: 14-mile loop around gainesville to public and private gardens. The tour starts at the Downtown Plaza and ends at Citizens Co-op new store location, 435 South Main. Citizens Co-op is a local food market offering a dependable marketplace to small farmers in our area. It is a cooperatively-owned business with over 500 current members. The retail store aims to be fully operational in May 2010. Registration 9-11am at Downtown Plaza in Gainesville to receive Bike Tour Map, including workshops, classes, and garden visits around the greater Gainesville area. Pay a $20 fee to enter, receive event t-shirt, bike tour map, sponsor gifts, and entrance to music festival at Citizens Co-op new storefront, 435 South Main. Music Festival takes place from 5-12pm at the Co-op store to kick-off the opening of Citizens Co-op and help raise funds to further the Local Food Movement. Tickets are $10 if not attending the bike tour. Featuring Swamphead Brewery and Local Gainesville Musicians

    • Florida Crane and Nature Festival
      Join the Florida Trail Association and the Alachua Conservation Trust during MLK weekend to celebrate the wintering Sandhill Cranes, endangered Whooping Cranes, wild horses, bison and more than 270 species of birds in Alachua County. Activities include: Discovering more than 150 wintering birds, including the American Bald Eagle Biking the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail Saturday night dinner with a keynote speaker Silent Auction Wildlife and Birding Presentations There is a fee for registration that covers breakfast, lunch, dinner and shuttle service to bird-watching locations.

    • Florida Museum of Natural History's Butterfly Fest
      Fun takes flight at ButterflyFest: Admission to ButterflyFest is free! ButterflyFest is dedicated to increasing awareness of Florida's butterflies as fun, fascinating ambassadors to the natural world. Activities will promote inquiry and provide a call to action for the conservation and preservation of backyard wildlife and habitats. ButterflyFest offers something for everyone! Throughout the weekend, all ages can participate in fun and educational activities, including take-away crafts for children, informative workshops, and presentations on conservation and attracting butterflies and other pollinators. Take part in a special field trip or tour and shop for unique butterfly and garden gifts.

    • Gainesville Christmas Historic Home Tour
      Step back in time and kick-off the holidays by reserving your luxurious and cozy weekend away at one of our charming Bed & Breakfasts during Gainesville’s Annual Historic Holiday Homes Tour December 11–13. Lavishly decked for the holidays, each of our four downtown B&B’s are offering exclusive holiday packages; including two-night accommodations, holiday wine & cheese, and admission for two for the Holiday Historic Homes Tour on the evening of Saturday, December 12. For full details about the Holiday Historic Homes Tour visit the Matheson Museum website(http://www.mathesonmuseum.org/).

    • Historic Holiday
    • Historic Holiday Weekend Festival
      Gainesville hosts its seventh annual Historic Holiday Weekend Festival Dec. 10-12, 2010 in the heart of its Southeast Historic District. The weekend features guided tours of charming historic homes, including four of Gainesville’s bed and breakfast inns, as well as the Polar Express Holiday Train Show at the Matheson Museum and tree lighting at the historic Matheson House. This year will include a turn-of-the-century street festival on Saturday, Dec. 11 from 5-9 p.m. For additional information about special weekend vacation packages, visit our website at www.visitgainesville.com or phone Marcheta Keefer at the VisitGainesville toll-free at 866-778-5002 or 352-376-7720.

    • Hot Sauce and Pepper Festival
      Where they like it hot, hot, hot! The Hot Pepper Festival (now in its 14th year)celebrates all things hot, from peppers to spicy ice cream. The festival will take place at Harmony Gardens in Gainesville.

    • Kanapaha Spring Gardens Festival
      Every spring, Kanapaha hosts its Annual Spring Garden Festival, the region's premier horticultural event. The weekend affair features more than 200 booths offering plants, landscape displays, educational materials, arts and crafts, and food. Educational seminars and entertainment are offered throughout and both live and silent auctions offer many bargains on arts, crafts, plants, and gardening supplies.

    • Lucas Oil 2011 Racing Series at Gainesville Raceway
      Featuring race vehicles that range from five-second Top Alcohol Dragsters and Top Alcohol Funny Cars to 15-second stockers, the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series is the premier series of its kind in drag racing. The series boasts the eight categories of Top Alcohol Dragster, Top Alcohol Funny Car, Comp, Super Stock, Stock, Super Comp, Super Gas, and Super Street and whose racers make up the vast majority of entries at NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series national events.

    • Morningside Farm and Forest Festival
      The Farm and Forest Festival is the largest festival at Morningside Nature Center Living History Farm. The Festival, which takes place on April 25th, highlights North Central Florida rural life in 1870. Visitors can view historic-breed farm animals, hear period music, and observe traditional crafts and trades such as sheepshearing, spinning, weaving, and woodstove cooking. Horse-drawn wagon rides and crafts add to the merriment of this family-friendly event!

    • Morningside Nature Center - Farm and Forest Festival
      The Farm and Forest Festival Returns to Morningside Nature Center Saturday, April 24, 2010 Admission to the festival is $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 3 to 12. Admission is free for children under 3. The Farm and Forest Festival is the largest festival at Morningside Nature Center Living History Farm. The Festival, which takes place on April 24th, highlights North Central Florida rural life in 1870. Visitors can experience historic-breed farm animals, hear period music, and observe traditional crafts and trades such as spinning, weaving, and woodstove cooking. Horse-drawn wagon rides and crafts add to the merriment of this family-friendly event!

    • Morningside Nature Center Barnyard Buddies
      Every Saturday the living history farm comes to life with staff interpreting life on a rural 18th century farm. Morningside Nature Center has a farm, ee—i—ee—i—oh! On this farm youngsters and their parents can meet and greet animals by helping staff with the afternoon feeding. This FREE program begins at 3:00 pm and lasts about 45 minutes to an hour.

    • Spring Native Plant Sale at Morningside Nature Center!
      “Go Native” – it’s easy at the 2010 Spring Native Plant Sale at Morningside Nature Center. Take advantage of the largest offering of native plants in North Florida during the 2010 Spring Native Plant sale on Saturday, April 17th - open to the general public from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free expert plant advice at the Florida Native Plant Society (FNPS) booth Free Park-A-Plant service that allows you to shop hands-free while we tag, store and help load your plants Free naturalist-led wildflower walk at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday Family-friendly event Cash and checks only

    • University of Florida Homecoming Weekend
      Homecoming at UF is one of the largest celebrations in the world run completely by students.

  • High Springs Florida

    • High Springs Pioneer Days
      34th Annual High Springs Pioneer Days Event! High Springs celebrates its wild past with Pioneer Days, a two-day festival featuring music, food, an arts-and-crafts show, and fun for children. "Outlaws" roam the streets to tease tourists into attending the main action: a shootout at the railroad tracks.

    • High Springs Thursday Farmer's Markets
      Hours: Thursdays 2-6 pm A wonderful farmer's market featuring fresh produce, local breads and home made goods. There are often live music or entertainment groups as well.

    • Pedal/Paddle Challenge
      A Family Event for All Ages! The Pedal Paddle Challenge is being produced by the Yellow Bellied Sliders Bicycling Society and includes a full day of activities for all ages. Participants will bike their way through the River Rise State Preserve and O’Leno State Park, and paddle the Sante Fe River upstream to River Rise Resort in order to complete the entire course. A specially marked “Family Route” will be available for all ages. Food and entertainment will also be provided to Challenge participants. The Pedal Paddle Challenge will test participants’ bike handling skills and endurance on trails through swamp land, sandy uplands and hills. Sag or bail out points will be available through the course. Schedule of Activities (all activities at River Rise Resort) 9:00 a.m. Registration and Start of Pedal portion of the Challenge 9:00-6:00 p.m. Lake and river swimming 12:00 p.m. Lunch 1:00 p.m. Turtle Talk with Jerry Johnston 2:00 p.m. Tube Race by High Springs Main Street 2:00-4:00 p.m. Kayak Exhibit and ‘Test Drives’ 3:00 p.m. Culminating Meal 4:00 p.m. Pedal Paddle Awards for Most Challenged Points Reached 4:00-6:00 p.m. Live Music with County Road Band

    • Santa Fe River Jam
      Live at the Santa Fe River Park at Poe Springs! Performances by LoCash Cowboys, Woodard Johnson, McKinley and Beggs, Roadhouse, and a tribute to Elvis by Teddy-Mac Don't forget your lawn chairs! Great Country Music.....Great Food & Fun for the entire family....

  • Jasper Florida

  • Lee Florida

    • Town of Lee Old Time Days
      The Volunteer Fire Department of the Town of Lee, Lee, FL is sponsoring "Old Time Days, Swap Meet/Yard Sale" on Saturday, April 9, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Event will be at the Lee Ball Field on Highway 255. Drive east out of Madison for 6 miles to Lee, and turn left on Highway 255 to the Ball Field. Live entertainment alternates with the Auction (quilts, cakes, gift cards, etc.) throughout the day. There will also be a car show, steam engines, antique tractors, bounce houses and more. Vendor booths will include food stands, children's games, plants, church booths. Also, service organizations, are encouraged to be a part of the event. The public is invited to purchase swap meet/yard sale sites for $10.00. Vendor booths are $30 (w/o power) or $40 (with power). Applications will be accepted through April 1. For those needing applications, contact Carol Bynum at 971-7246 or the Town of Lee at 971-5867. You will need to complete the form to receive a space for Saturday, April 9. All proceeds from the Event will go to benefit the Lee Volunteer Fire Department, a non-profit organization.

  • Madison Florida

    • 31st Annual Down Home Days Festival Parade & Rodeo
      The 31st Annual Down Home Days is full of fun for the entire family. With music and food, dog shows and frog hops we are sure you will find much to enjoy. On Friday and Saturday night, saddle up for the annual PCA Rodeo. Fun for the whole family!

    • 4th Annual Spring Paddle Florida on the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail
      Explore the Withlacoochee River to the Suwannee, 115 miles of scenic river trail winding through Madison, Hamilton and Suwannee counties. Join this Paddle Florida adventure for paddling, camping, history, music, campfires and camaraderie. To register and for more information please visit www.paddleflorida.org or E-mail bill@paddleflorida.org.

  • Mayo Florida

    • 32nd Annual Pioneer Day Festival
      For the last 31 years, the Pioneer Day festival has been a proud part of Lafayette County Florida. Every year thousands of people join Mayo in the celebration of the pioneer spirit that made America and the South great. Vendors of all types set their wares for all to enjoy and purchase. There is art, woodcrafts, Christmas decorations, pocketbooks, quilts, sand art, rides, ponies, and soooo much more… and of course FOOD! What would a festival be without an abundance of food…there is something for everyone… including the kids! Face Painting, The World's Tallest Pin Ball, Two Rock Climbing Walls, Bungee Jump, Water Ball Ride, Pony Ride, Petting Zoo, Mechanical Bull Ride, Moon-Walk and more.

    • 4th Annual Fall Paddle Florida on the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail
      The adventure begins at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park north of Live Oak and ends at Manatee Springs State Park near Chiefland with nightly river-side camping along the way. Enjoy paddling 123 miles on the scenic Suwanee River Wilderness Trail with camping riverside each night. For more information or to register visit www.paddleflorida.org or call 352-377-8342.

    • Pioneer Days
      For the last 31 years, the Pioneer Day festival has been a proud part of Lafayette County Florida. Every year thousands of people join Mayo in the celebration of the pioneer spirit that made America and the South great. You are welcome to join this years festival on the second Saturday in October We are pleased to announce that the Pioneer Day Festival will be held on two days this year on October 8th & 9th, 2010 2010 looks to be even better than before with more craft vendors and re-enactors and fun for the whole family, so make plans to attend this years festivities!

  • Melrose Florida

    • Open Air Arts
      Melrose Bay Art Gallery, Bellamy Road Fine Arts and Shake Rag Artists' Collective will host this 4TH annual Melrose "en plein air" event. Artists from the region will be making art to celebrate the beauty and heritage of north Florida. As always, the celebration will include art, music, food and festivities.

  • Micanopy Florida

    • 36th Annual Micanopy Fall Harvest Festival
      Micanopy Florida is a scenic location for a fall arts & crafts festival. Micanopy is the town that time forgot. This quiet little town bustles with activity as the vendors pour into town and fill Cholokka Boulevard. Many local artists, crafters, and musicians participate in the festival, as well as other artists from across the southeast. The tradition and ever evolving quality of the show attracts a broad range of the buying public. Along with the two hundred displays of arts and crafts there are many other attractions. The main stage plays host to a variety of good time music throughout the festival and an old time auction of items donated by participating vendors on Saturday afternoon. Today, Micanopy has entered the new century with strong roots to the past. It maintains the small town atmosphere as evident by the involvement of the local citizenry. Along with the many homes being restored, our town boasts an array of historic landmarks; the Micanopy Historical Society Museum and Archives, a variety of shops of art, rare books, antiques, casual eateries, and one of the finest Bed and Breakfasts in the area. Also, many beautification improvements have been made along the boulevard. This environment makes the perfect setting for one of the town's biggest events, The Micanopy Fall Harvest Festival! For the past 34 years, thousands have gathered under the old oak trees for the Micanopy Fall Harvest Festival. The festival is sponsored by a committee comprised of fifteen local nonprofit groups ranging from churches to youth groups to historical organizations. All of the proceeds from the festival go back to these groups to assist in their annual operating costs. The many local artists, crafters, and musicians, represent works from all over the southeast. The tradition and ever-evolving quality of the show attracts a broad range of the public. Along with over two hundred displays of arts and crafts, there are other attractions. The main stage plays host to a variety of good-time music throughout the festival and an old-time auction of items donated by participating vendors on Saturday afternoon.

    • Doc Hollywood Days
      As depicted in the movie “Doc Hollywood”, starring Michael J. Fox, doctors who serve rural areas possess rare and special qualities. In an effort to recognize and honor rural practitioners, the Micanopy Area Chamber of Commerce has planned a two-day event to commemorate the 1991 film and honor a true “Doc Hollywood.” The setting for the events will be Micanopy, Florida, a small historic town with a population just over 600, where “Doc Hollywood” was filmed! For more information, please contact the Micanopy Area Chamber of Commerce. P.O. Box 331 207 Cholokka Blvd Micanopy, Florida 32667

  • Monticello Florida

    • A Patsy Cline Tribute
      Margo Anderson is well known for her impersonation of country music's favorite female singer. Join us for a delicious dinner catered by Carrie Ann and Co. before the show. Call 850-997-4242 for reservations.

    • Dinner Theater Steel Magnolias
      The Opera House Stage Company presents "Steel Magnolias", our favorite play about living and loving in a small southern town. Call 850-997-4242 for tickets and dinner reservations.

    • Flea Across Florida
      Join the flea market that stretches from Live Oak all the way to Pensacola. Call Melanie at the Chamber of Commerce to reserve your space or just come by and look at all the great things for sale. Booths will be spread along Highway 90 from one end of Monticello to the other, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

    • Ghost Tours
      Join the Big Bend Ghost Trackers as they lead you through "the Most Haunted Small Town in America".

    • Jefferson County Watermelon Festival
      Started over 62 years ago to recognize the watermelon growers of the county, the festival includes beauty pageants, dinners, street dance, arts and crafts, melon run, sports events, and parade.

    • Painted Pony Fun Day Sunday
      Fun day Sunday at the Painted Pony will feature pony rides, hay rides, face painting, food and live music. There will also be a visit from special guest Ginger Kathrens who will speak about wild horses. Come join the fun!

    • Putt'n on the Ritz
      Gala New Year's Eve celebration. Enjoy a memorable New Year's Eve Dinner dance in the beautiful 1890 Opera House.

    • Southern Music Rising Festival
      The 5th Annual Southern Music Rising Festival will take place in downtown Monticello starting April 20th. Stroll through charming, historic Monticello stopping in differnt venues to enjoy some of America's finest blue grass muscians. Friday night's kick off concert features The Cobb Brothers

    • The Sound of Music
      Join the Historic Monticello Opera House for their season opener by singing along with your favorite tunes in this classic show, now in the 45th Anniversary Celebration of the movie release. The story takes place in Salzburg, Austria in pre-World War II and is based on the memoirs of real life Maria von Trapp.

  • Newberry Florida

    • 65th Annual Newberry Watermelon Festival
      Each year the Newberry Watermelon Festival committee works hard to improve the festival and its activities. The watermelons are always provided from a local grower and given to the festival goers for FREE. We have beauty pageants for ages 0-22 years. Our pageants are held at the Newberry Oak View Middle School Auditorium starting on Friday for girls ages 5-16 years old and on Saturday for the boys and girls ages 0-4 years old. Our Queen's pageant for young ladies ages 17-22 years old are held on Friday with the Queen being crowned on Saturda. Our 2008 Master of Ceremonies for the pageants was 93.7FM K-Country’s very own Midday DJ, Mr. Lewis Stokes. Lewis has graciously volunteered his time and talents to our festival pageants for several years now. Some of the favorite festival activities started many years ago and still continue today. These activities include contests for watermelon eating, seed spitting, hog calling, pie/cake baking, and of course the “Big Melon.” In 2005 we added a FREE concert on the Saturday night of the festival. In 2008, our concert opened with Newberry’s own, Mr. Mark Copeland. Mark has provided the festival and pageants with his entertainment for many years. Then, Cowboy Crush headlined our 2008 Festival concert.

    • Dudley Farm Fall Harvest
      October and November, visitors can help harvest heirloom crops of field corn, sweet potatoes, and pumpkins.

    • Dudley Farm Historic Preservation in Progress
      Date: August and September, 2009. Description: Park Service staff and volunteers carry out the preservation projects necessary to maintain this National Register property. THE FARM BUILDINGS WILL BE CLOSED DURING AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER, 2009. This preservation work provides an educational opportunity for visitors to see the behind-the-scenes work involved in properly conserving the historic structures and landscape so that they are preserved for future generations to enjoy. For these two months the farmstead will be open for self-guided tours while the buildings get a rest from traffic and use. Fees: Regular park admission of $4.00 Contact: For more information, call 352-472-1142 Park History: The Historic Dudley Farm is a working farm demonstrating the agricultural history of Florida during the 19th and 20th centuries. The farm rests on approximately 2,598 acres and consists of 18 buildings. Park staff members in period clothing perform daily chores, raising crops, and tending to livestock. The farm features seasonal cane grindings, corn shuckings, and heritage varieties of livestock and plants. Deer, wild turkeys, gopher tortoises, and bluebirds are still seen in the fields. The park has a visitor center, picnic area, and nature trail. Self-guided tours are available Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Group tours can be reserved one month in advance. Smoking and pets are not allowed at the farmstead.

    • Dudley Farm Plow Days
      Mule teams and draft horses demonstrate old-time farming before the days of tractors as they prepare the fields for spring planting. Demonstrations held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

    • Dudley Farm Spring Planting Days
      Date: Last week of March and early April 2009. Call the park for specific dates and times. Description: Come and participate in the traditional planting of the Dudley family heirloom corn and gardens. Fees: Regular park admission of $4.00 per vehicle, up to 8 passengers. Contact: For more information, call 352-472-1142. Farm History: The Historic Dudley Farm is a working farm demonstrating the agricultural history of Florida during the 19th and 20th centuries. The farm rests on approximately 2,598 acres and consists of 18 buildings. Park staff members in period clothing perform daily chores, raising crops, and tending to livestock. The farm features seasonal cane grindings, corn shuckings, and heritage varieties of livestock and plants. Deer, wild turkeys, gopher tortoises, and bluebirds are still seen in the fields. The park has a visitor center, picnic area, and nature trail. Self-guided tours are available Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Group tours can be reserved one month in advance. Smoking and pets are not allowed at the farmstead.

    • Evening at Dudley Farm & Dessert Gala
      EVENING AT DUDLEY & DESSERT GALA Date: Saturday, April 18, 2009. 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Description: This gala event is a chance to experience the evening atmosphere of the historic Dudley farmstead and enjoy homemade desserts and the full spring blooming of the gardens. There will be music in the evening air and good conversation while strolling through the rose garden or walking through the 100 year old pear orchard. Sponsored by the Friends of Dudley Farm. Proceeds go towards special projects to support the farm. For more information and to purchase tickets call 352-472-2004 or 352-2059. Fees: $25.00 per couple, $15.00 single ticket. The Historic Dudley Farm is a working farm demonstrating the agricultural history of Florida during the 19th and 20th centuries. The farm rests on approximately 2,598 acres and consists of 18 buildings. Park staff members in period clothing perform daily chores, raising crops, and tending to livestock. The farm features seasonal cane grindings, corn shuckings, and heritage varieties of livestock and plants. Deer, wild turkeys, gopher tortoises, and bluebirds are still seen in the fields. The park has a visitor center, picnic area, and nature trail. Self-guided tours are available Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Group tours can be reserved one month in advance. Smoking and pets are not allowed at the farmstead.

    • Sugar Cane Grinding at Dudley Farm
      Date: Saturday, December 5, 2009. 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Description: This is the annual Cane Grinding and commemoration of Miss Myrtle Dudley's birthday. This event continues the farm family tradition of grinding sugar cane and boiling cane syrup, making this a unique old-time community gathering. Visitors can tour the farm and see other traditional activities and craft demonstrations or enjoy a wagon ride. Syrup and farm products are sold on this day. Farm History: The Historic Dudley Farm is a working farm demonstrating the agricultural history of Florida during the 19th and 20th centuries. The farm rests on approximately 2,598 acres and consists of 18 buildings. Park staff members in period clothing perform daily chores, raising crops, and tending to livestock. The farm features seasonal cane grindings, corn shuckings, and heritage varieties of livestock and plants. Deer, wild turkeys, gopher tortoises, and bluebirds are still seen in the fields. The park has a visitor center, picnic area, and nature trail. Self-guided tours are available Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Group tours can be reserved one month in advance. Smoking and pets are not allowed at the farmstead.

  • Otter Creek Florida

    • Wild Hog Canoe & Kayak Race
      The race is held on the Waccasassa River. Paddlers from near and far will gather at the river to participate in th 15 mile race. There are different canoe and kayak classes that range from amateur to experienced. Prizes of miniature paddles are awarded to first, second, and third place winners in each catagory. Spectators are an important element of the event and everyone is invited to join the festivities for food, music and fun. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the outdoors on the banks of the scenic Waccasassa River while showing your support for a worthy organization, the Levy County Association for Retarded Citizens.

  • Panacea Florida

    • 2011 Mighty Mullet Maritime Festival
      Celebration of our maritime heritage and the Mighty Mullet. Seafood cooking contest and demonstration, maritime exhibits & demonstrations, boat building, children's games, Fishy Fashion show, arts, crafts and food vendors and LIVE MUSIC.

    • 2011 Rock the Dock Fishing Tournament
      The 2011 Skeeter Rock the Dock Fishing Tournament presented by Yamaha and Mike’s Marine Supply will be held April 30th-May 1st, 2011. The event was founded in 2009 to benefit the Panacea Coastal Community and to promote the excellent fishing and boating opportunities in and around Panacea. This family-oriented event has raised funds for improvements to the Panacea Coastal Community for restoration and revitalization. Visit the website for more information on contest rules and prizes.

    • 2011 Sharks and Chablis
      Third annual Sharks and Chablis wine tasting fundraiser at the Gulf Specimen Lab Aquarium in Panacea, Florida. there will be a seafood dinner, silent auction, and guided tours of the aquarium. Tickets are just $35.00 and donations are tax deductible.

    • Panacea Blue Crab Festival
      Join us in Panacea on May 7th, for the 37th Annual Blue Crab Festival. Held annually at Woolley Park on scenic Dickerson Bay, the quaint festival originated in 1975 to promote the crab industry in Wakulla County, 37 years later, the festival has grown in size and tradition. The festival is kicked off each year by a parade down U.S. 98. After the parade, the gates open to Woolley Park...where the old, young and young-at-heart can enjoy a full day of waterfront fun. 10am-10pm.

  • Perry Florida

    • 56th Annual Florida Forest Festival
      Started in 1956 as the Pine Tree Festival as a way to promote forest fire safety, the goal of the annual festival is showcase "Forestry in Florida." Help us continue to tell the green and growing story of Florida's forest industry and join us for a weekend of fun under the pines.

    • 6th Annual Pickin' in the Pines
      Two days of toe tapping bluegrass music, arts and crafts, food vendors, children's activities and cooking contest. Camping available.

    • Florida Forest Festival
      The Florida Forest Festival is held in Perry, Florida on Friday Evening & All Day Saturday. The Festival will feature many fun activities including, scary stories at Greystone mansion, parades, arts & craft show, an antique car show, rock climbing, music, live entertainment, food and a fish fry!

    • Florida State Bluegrass Festival
      The 10th annual Florida State Bluegrass Festival will be held at Forest Capital State Park. The event will feature dozens of country and bluegrass music peformers, a chili cook-off with over a$1,000 in cash prizes, free musci workshops, arts and crafts and food vendors.

    • Southern Pines Blues & BBQ Festival
      Come rain or shine to the Southern Pines Blues & BBQ Festival held at the Forest Capital State Park in Perry Florida. The event features top national and regional blues artists. The event is FREE. If you want to sample the BBQ during the event and participate in the People's choice award there is a $10.00 fee.

  • Sopchoppy Florida

    • 2011 Christmas in Sopchoppy
      Celebrate Christmas in Sopchoppy. Over 50 arts, crafts and food vendors. Santa Claus will be there from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. LIVE MUSIC!

    • Stone Age and Primitive Arts Festival
      The Third Annual Stone Age and Primitive Arts Festival will be held at the Ochlockonee River State Park. Experts will provide visitors with a unique hands on learning experience. Other activities will include basket weaving, pottery, bow and arrow construction and flint knapping.

    • Worm Gruntin' Festival
      The 11th Annual Worm Grutin' Festival is a one day outdoor event held in the streets of historic downtown Sopchoppy on Saturday April 9, 2011. Bring your family and friends to this unique fun-filled festival that celebrates the art of worm grutin'...and the people who have amde it a local Wakulla County treasure. Vendors, music, contests begin at 8:30 am. Be part of the Sopchoppy family and enjoy one of the most unique festivals you will ever experience!

  • St. Marks Florida

    • Monarch Butterfly Festival
      St. Marks Wildlife Refuge Monarch Butterfly Festival - View thousands of monarch butterflies as they prepare for their long journey across the Gulf of Mexico to wintering grounds in the mountains of Mexico. Staff and volunteers provide educational session

    • St. Marks Stone Crab Festival
      The main purpose of the festival is to have an exciting event that the entire surrounding area can enjoy. Plus, to introduce them to one of the best delicacies this area has to offer (tastes as good as lobster). We will have live entertainment performing all day on the Florida Lottery Showvan, children's activities — very much a family event, all types of seafood will be served, as well as hot dogs, hamburgers, homemade snack foods, and stone crabs, of course! There will also be arts and crafts vendors, horse demonstrations by the Wakulla County Horseman's Association, tours of the city, and more.

    • Wildlife Heritage and Outdoors Festival
      The 4th Annual Wildlife Heritage and Outdoors Festival will be take place Feb. 6 from 11 am to 4 pm. Visitors will enjoy dozens of exhibits, hands on wildlife experiences and even an Animal Olympics trail.

  • St. Marks, Panacea, Sopchoppy and Crawfordville Florida

    • 2011 Wild About Wakulla Week
      A "Celebration of Wakulla County, Florida the Natural Place to Be". This week long festival held in the early spring highlights the rich heritage and natural beauty of Wakulla County. The communities of St. Marks, Panacea, sopchoppy and historic Crawfordville square will offer an open house of local shops, industry, art shows, historic and wildland tours,and special presentations during the week of April 1-9, 2011. Organizations throughout the county, both private and public such as the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge and the Wakulla County Chamber of Commerce will host special events throughout the week, which is anchored between two very popular Wakulla area festivals - The Wakulla Wildlife Festival and the Sopchoppy Worm Gruntin' Festival

  • Starke Florida

    • Bradford County Fair
      The annual Bradford County fair will feature a beauty pageant, livestock contests, talent shows, live entertainment, a pro wrestling show and of course food, rides and fun!!

    • Bradford County Strawberry Festival
      12th Annual Bradford County Strawberry Festival will be held in historic downtown Starke this year. Bradford County is known locally for having the "Sweetest Strawberries this side of heaven."

    • Starke Bike Festival
      The 5th Annual Starke Bike Festival will take place on Call Street in historic downtown Starke. This event is free to the public! The event wil include a tattoo contest, bike show, as well as food and other vendors. Come join the fun!

  • Steinhatchee Florida

    • Hidden Coast Paddling Festival
      The Hidden Coast Paddling Festival ends in quaint Steinhatchee. Join in for guided saltwater paddles, self guided tours and evening events.

    • Hidden Coast Paddling Festival
      The Hidden Coast Paddling Festival ends in quaint Steinhatchee. Join in guided saltwater paddles, selt-guided trip info and evening events

    • Steinhatchee Fiddler Crab Festival
      The 3rd Annual Steinhatchee Fiddler Crab Festival is a weekend long event taking place at the Steinhatchee Community Center. During the festival there will be numerous activities including: vendors, music, contests and cooking events.

    • Steinhatchee Fiddler Crab Festival
      Two day event featuring fun activities for the whole family. Vendors, music, contests and cooking events. Held in Steinhatchee at the Steinhatchee Community Center.

  • Suwannee Florida

    • 1st Annual Stone Crab Festival
      Day-long festival with live music, arts and crafts, car show, Golf Cart Parade, and motorcycle poker run. The day will end with a Stone Crab Low County Broil. All proceeds go to the Suwannee, Florida July 4th Fireworks Show.

    • July 4th Fishing, Fun, and Fireworks Celebration
      Fishing, Fun, & Fireworks! The day begins with a fishing tournament, followed by a street festival for the entire family. The day ends with a spectacular fire works show. Scallop season starts July 1st, so you can combine the event with a day of scalloping or fishing with one of our local guides. This event sponsored by the Suwannee River Chamber of Commerce.

  • Suwannee and Horseshoe Beach Florida

    • Hidden Coast Paddling Festival
      The Hidden Cost Paddling Festival continues in Dixie County with guided river and saltwater paddles, seld tour info and evening evants.

  • Trenton Florida

    • 31st Annual Florida State Fiddlers Convention
      Special guest artist: Multi-Instrumentalist Matt Brown Friday-Sunday, October 14th-16th Weekend and Day Tickets Available, Visit FSFA’s website at www.FloridaFiddler.org. Camping is available and campers can receive discounted event tickets. Call the park for reservations. 352-463-0800

    • 4th Annual Suwannee Valley Quilt and Old Time Festival
      Celebrate America's quilting heritage with over 500 quilts and handmade crafts displayed in a wide variety of historic buildings centered around Trenton's turn of the century railroad depot and unique downtown. Also featuring antiques, antique cars, music, clogging and demonstrations.

    • Busted Knuckles 5th Annual Classic & Custom Car Show
      Busted Knuckles 5th Annual Classic and Custom Car Show 9am-3pm - Tyler Creek Business Community (Hwy 47 just North of Trenton). For more information Call Russ 221-0500 or Ed 386-454-5622.

    • Christmas on Main Street
    • Florida State Fiddlers Convention
      FSFA's Annual Convention features some of Florida's finest fiddlers, banjo players, guitar players, string-bands, concerts, dances, callers, campground jams, workshops, and a String-Band Contest. 2010 Special guest artist: West Virginia Fiddler Jake Krack

    • Mid-Life Crisis & the Hot Flashes
      Are you ready to Rock N’ Roll? Returning by popular demand, Southern Rock band MID-LIFE CRISIS & THE HOT FLASHES Saturday, November 19th @ 7pm Admission: $2/person, Campers are free! For more information, contact info@ottersprings.com or call 463-0800

    • Pure Water Wilderness 3rd Annual Suwannee River Cleanup
      Pure Water Wilderness will be hosting its 3rd annual Suwannee River Clean-up on Saturday October 8th, 2011. There will be three areas to choose from: Hart Springs to Otter Springs; Otters Springs to the Suwannee Gables Hotel; and Suwannee Gables Hotel to Hinton Landing. All participants will meet at Hinton Landing for a free lunch after the clean-up. Last year's clean-up had 85 participants. Pure Water Wilderness will provide 15 canoes and kayaks, or you are welcome to bring your own. This is a FREE event! All participants will receive a free T-Shirt, and chances to win some cool door prizes. To register E-mail felisha@purewaterwilderness.com or call Donna at 352-463-3467.

    • Southern Rock Concert
      Coming on June 4th - Southern Rock Concert featuring Mid-Life Crisis and the Hot Flashes at the Otter Springs lodge. Concert begins at 7 p.m. $2/per person. Camping is available and includes the concert. For more information call 352-463-0800.

    • Suwannee Valley Quilt and Old Time Craft Festival
      The festival will center around a Railroad Depot in downtown Trenton. There will be Antique Dealers and Crafters, Antique Cars and Tractors, the Cross Creek Cloggers and the Patchwork Fiddlers, Music by Amos and the Philman Family, a Re-Enactment Group and a group of Seminole Indians, a Quilt Turning and a Quilt Appraiser. All in all it promises to be a fun-filled day!

  • Wakulla Springs Florida

    • Wakulla Wildlife Festival
      what began as a welcome back songbird festival has grown into a two-day celebration of Wakulla Spring Basin's natural environment and rich heritage. The annual Wakulla Wildlife Festival will be held april 1-2, 2011 at the Wakulla Springs State Park. In addition to premiun guided tours on Friday and Saturday, the Wakulla Wildlife Festival sponsors Art on the Terrace at the Wakulla Springs Lodge, Friday from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm and Saturday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.

  • White Springs Florida

    • 10th Annual Suwannee River Challenge
      Come to White Springs for a special edition of the Suwannee River Challenge. This year you have three choices: the 26 mile Marathon, the 52 mile Challenge or the 100 mile Suwannee River Extreme Challenge – a two-day stage race. For more information and registration go to www.aca1.com or contact race Director Rod Price at (407) 227-5606 or rodbprice@hotmail.com

    • 2nd Annual Family Pumpkin Fest
      One-day annual event with children’s pumpkin decorating contest, and multi-category costume contest open for both kids and adults. Categories include: Funniest; Prettiest; and Most Original. Admission includes entry into all contests, drinks and snacks, live music, twilight camp fire with marshmallows roasting and a park ranger lead hike.

    • 3nd Annual Gator Knap In
      An educational experience geared at bringing those interested in prehistoric technologies. Demonstrations and classes in flint knapping, ceramics, cordage and carving of stone, shell, bone and wood are held.

    • Antique Tractor and Gas Engine Show
      Farm machinery representing 200 years of American history. Vintage farm equipment, tractor pulls and races for adults. Children's games and races. Demonstrations of farm traditions.

    • Christmas Festival of Lights
      Experience the ultimate high voltage holiday as the park is filled with over 1 million lights on display each evening until 9 p.m.

    • Come To the River Healing Arts Festival
      Come and experience the history of White Springs as a healing center! You can enjoy the healing benefits of yoga, hypnosis, and medicinal herbs Event includes educational seminars, hands-on therapy techniques, gourmet food, art and much more. Refresh not only your mind, but also your body.

    • Craft Rendezvous
      Visit with Florida's artists as they spend the day demonstrating their skills at handcrafts and studio arts. Blacksmithing, pottery, stained glass, basket making, weaving and painting will be among the creative arts showcased. Visit with Florida artists as they spend the day demonstrating their skills at handcrafts and studio arts. Blacksmithing, pottery stained glass, basket making, weaving and painting will be among the creative arts showcased.

    • Easter Sunrise Service
      Celebrate Easter with gospel choirs, soloists and clergy from the local community, who gather together for a beautiful sunrise service.

    • First Saturday Art in the Park
      Come out and enjoy Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park on the First Saturday of each month where you can spend the whole day having a great family experience.

    • First Saturday Coffeehouse
      Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.

    • Florida Folk Festival 2011
      The 59th Florida Folk Festival is a three day celebration of the music, dance, stories, crafts and food that make Florida unique. The Florida Folk Festival is one of America's oldest and Largest Folk Festivals and is held annually along the banks of the historic Suwannee River in White Springs.

    • Peace At Last Concert
      Celebrate the New Year with a peaceful gathering among friends for a carillon concert and poetry readings on the banks of the Suwannee River.

    • Rural Folklife Days
      Florida’s rural past continues with quilting, cane grinding, syrup making, lye soap making, handplaited cow whips and other farm traditions that remain part of family and community life.

    • Spring Bicycle Festival
      Enjoy riding the quiet scenic roads around White Springs.

    • Stephen Foster Day
      An afternoon musical program and carillon recital in honor of National Stephen Foster Day and the legendary American composer who wrote Florida's state song, "Old Folks at Home". Concert begins at 2 p.m.

    • Suwannee Dulicmer Retreat
      The Suwannee Dulcimer Retreat offers concerts, jam sessions and workshops taught by nationally recognized mountain dulcimer, hammer dulcimer & autoharp players and instructors.

    • Suwannee Old Time Music Weekend
      Spend the weekend picking up old-time music techniques from the masters of the fiddle, banjo, guitar and voice. Registration for the 3 day campnt is $215 which includes workshops, jam, discussion, concerts and meals. Friday and Saturday evening concerts are open to the public - admission is $10 per person.

    • Suwannee River Quilt Show & Sale
      More than 200 quilts are on exhibit, including traditional bed quilts, art quilts, children's quilts and antique quilts as quilters gather to share their work. Workshops, seminars and demonstrations.

    • Wild Azalea Festival
      Join the Town of White Springs and the State of Florida’s Nature & Heritage Center as they celebrate the spring bloom of wild azaleas along the Suwannee River. The Festival will feature live music, arts and crafts, wild azalea sale, great food, little miss azalea contest, duck race, a children's area, and a rock climbing wall. Special Features include a Birds of Prey exhibit with owls, falcons and hawks, a meet-and-greet with original Florida highwayman artist Mr. R.L. Lewis, and a guided hike along the Suwannee River. The festival runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This event is FREE. Directions: Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs. From I-75 to S.R. 136 (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left. From I-10 to U.S. 41 North (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.

  • Williston Florida

    • Levy County Fair
      Community events highlight the agricultural & aquaculture aspects of the county. The fair includes exhibits, creative arts, livestock shows, entertainment, pageants, a car show and a great mid-way.

    • Light Up Williston
      Community pride and holiday cheer make the annual "Light Up Williston" celebration memorable for all who attend. This event will include a parade to celebrate the city being lit for the holidy season

    • PRCA Pro Rodeo in Williston FL
      8-10 pm Located at Williston Horseman's Park- HWY 41- 1.5 miles south of Williston on Welbuilt Road. Major Sponsor DUGGAN EQUIPMENT SALES Bar-B-Q from 7:00 pm- til rodeo time Boot scramble for the kids Tickets Advance tickets $8 adults $5 children (ages 12- 4) children 3 and under free Gate tickets $10 adults $6 children (ages 12-4) children 3 and under free. Advance Ticket Location Williston- Kloverleaf Tack & Western Wear Ocala & Gainesville- Wishful Thinking Western World Ocala- Sanders Farms (Airport Road) Ocala- Duggan Bros. Equipment (Hwy 441) Chiefland- Chiefland Farm Supply For Information Call (352)318-5800

    • Ride to Provide (Motorcycle Event)
      3rd Annual Ride to Provide Benefit For Levy Association for Retarded Citizens 88-miles on scenic Levy County roads. Riders are encouraged to eat lunch at Levy ARC where we will offer a Hamburger plate for $7.00 ALL Proceeds from meal will go directly to support Levy ARC.

    • Williston Independence Celebration
      10 am to 10 pm - all day fun at Williston's Horsemen's Park across from the municipal airport. FIREWORKS after dark.

    • Williston Peanut Festival
      The Central Florida Peanut Festival takes place the first Saturday of October each year in Williston's Linear Park. Organizers say this Williston tradition celebrates all things nutty. Rides, crafts, music, information booths and the Little Peanut royal family. Make no mistake there are always LOTS of peanuts. The festival is truly everything peanuts - from crafts oriented to the nut to countless bags of the area's prized crop to feast on to the crowning of Little Peanut King and Queen and Baby Peanut

  • Windsor Florida

    • 25th Annual Windsor Zucchini Festival
      8:00AM-4:30PM When spring has sprung and zucchinis are spreading on the ground -- once again it will be time for the Annual Windsor Zucchini Festival. Events include: Zucchinithon Fun Run Duke of Zuke & Zuqueenie Pageant Arts & Crafts Vendor Show Cook-A-Zuke Contest Zucchini Contest: Carving, Biggest, Ugliest Fried Zucchini - Zucchini Ice Cream Live Band providing music Food - Food - Food Raffle The Famous Kazucchini Marching Band (played in the Doc Hollywood movie)

  • Yankeetown Florida

    • Inglis-Yankeetown Seafood & Art Festival
      The Inglis-Yankeetown Lions Club presents its annual Seafood Festival and Arts and Crafts show. For info call 352-505-7936 or email: yankeetownseafoodfestival@gmail.com. Food - Fun - Arts & Crafts

    • Kayak Fishing Tourney
      Anglers will target the waters of the Withlacoochee River and the Withlacoochee Bay in a fun, conservation-oriented, catch-photo-release format. Fishing will begin at safe light on April 21. The entry fee includes a captain's bag with a tournament t-shirt, rights to fish, entry into the raffles and banquet. Trophies, prizes and gift certificates will be awarded for the first place through third place finishers in four open divisions which include Redfish, Trout, Cobia Slam, biggest Redfish, biggest Trout and biggest Cobia. There will also be prizes for best Jr. Angler and "Mystery Fish".