Mount Dora Major Events & Festivals
October 27-28, 2018
34rd Annual Craft Fair:
This nationally ranked juried event attracts over 200,000 visitors and over 350 of the best crafters in the country. Info: call (352) 217-8390 or visit www.VisitMountDora.com or email VisitMountDora@gmail.com.
November 3, 2018
Art of the Deal -
November 10-11, 2018
24th Annual Mount Dora Plant & Garden Fair –
Located at Donnelly Park, downtown Mount Dora. Admission is free. Central Florida's top growers bring more than 12,000 plants. The event features orchid growers and native plants, butterfly-attracting perennials, herbs, roses, camellias, and begonias with a complete selection of rare and unusual tropical plants. Garden antiques, festive flags and unusual containers are also a focus. Information: (352) 729-2170.
November 17 & 17, 2018
5th Annual Scottish Highland Festival. Scottish bands and musicians perform throughout the weekend as well as an afternoon of Highland Games at Gilbert Park. Friday night concert "Night for the Tartan" in Sunset Park beginning at 7 PM..For more information, contact the city's Parks & Recreation Department at (352) 735-7183. Tickets at www.MountDoraEvents.com or (352) 735-2170.
November 16-18, 2018
Renninger's Antique Extravaganza
An antique lover's dream! This event is one of the largest gatherings of antique dealers in the south with over 1500 dealers attending. More info the Renninger's Twin Markets at (352) 383-8393 or (800) 522-3555 or visit www.Renningers.net.
November 24, 2018
37th Annual Light Up Mount Dora – 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Join us for the lighting of Donnelly Park and downtown Mount Dora with over 2 million sparkling lights! Don't miss the spectacular show with traditional Christmas songs, dancers and more. The event is free and open to the public.
4:30-5:30pm live preshow music / 5:30 - 6:30pm Christmas show in Donnelly Park. Following Christmas show, Main Street Leasing Christmas Tree lighting in Sunset Park. For more information, contact the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce at 352-383-2165.
November 30, 2018
Children's Christmas in the Park with Snow –
In Donnelly Park, go snow sledding! Free event. For more information contact Mount Dora Parks and Recreation at (352) 735-7183 or visit www.CityofMountDora.com.
December 1, 2018
58th Annual Christmas Parade –
Christmas parade in the streets of Mount Dora at
December 1, 2018
28th Christmas Lighted Boat Parade –
December 1-2, 2018
Christmas Tour of Homes
Tour Mount Dora homes that are beautifully decorated for the holidays. This is a self-driving tour to the various homes. Cost is $20 online. Sat. 11 am - 4 pm and Sun. 11 am - 4 pm. For information and tickets, visit the Women’s Committee of Fine Arts of Mount Dora’s website, www.wcfaMountDora.com, or contact Gina Conway at (352) 729-6394.
December 8, 2018
26th Annual Mount Dora Christmas Walk –
Free admission to a family friendly street party in downtown Mount Dora featuring live music, dancing, shopping and Santa. For more information, contact the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce at (352) 383-2165.
December 16, 2018
Mount Dora Half Marathon - 7am
This event offers 2 walk/run distances, a single loop half marathon, and a 5k run/walk. The half marathon is a USATF Certified Course. For more information: www.mountdorahalfmarathon.comor Vickie Blate 352-729-2150.
December 31, 2018
New Year's Eve - 8pm - until midnight
Join us in Sunset Park in Downtown Mount Dora for an evening of celebration dedicated to ringing in the New Year. Enjoy food and drinks in the streets as well as live entertainment and fireworks at midnight over Lake Dora. Sunset Park - 230 West 4th Avenue, Mount Dora.
January 12-13, 2019
Mount Dora Florida HighwaymenArt Show, Sale & Benefit –
January 18-20, 2019
Renninger's Antique Extravaganza –
An antique lover's dream! This event is one of the largest gatherings of antique dealers in the south with over 1500 dealers attending. More info the Renninger's Twin Markets at (352) 383-8393 or (800) 522-3555 or visit www.Renningers.net.
January 24-27, 2019
Florida Storytelling Festival
Storytelling Concerts, Workshops, Swappin' Grounds, Storytelling Competition, Youthful Voices & Family Fun Tent, Story Swaps, Story Cruise on Lake Dora, Story Store. Lakeside Inn, 100 N. Alexander St., Mount Dora. More info: www.FLstory.com.
January 24, 2019
Mount Dora 2019 – 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Through a collaborative effort, The City of Mount Dora, Visit Mount Dora, Lake County Economic Development & Tourism and The Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce present and discuss the partnerships and goals in keeping the area the best place to live, work and play. TICKETS ON SALE IN EARLY DECEMBER 2018.
February 2-3, 2019
43rd Annual Arts Festival – 9am - 5pm
A nationally ranked fine arts festival attracting over 285 artists from all over the world, this event attracts thousands of visitors. Call Mount Dora Center for the Arts at (352) 383-0880 or visit www.MountDoraArtsFestival.org.
February 15-16, 2019
Mount Dora Music Festival
World-class artists headline the Music Festival.The multi-genre celebration of music includes performers playing a variety of music at various venues in the historic downtown village. Tickets and information: (352) 385-1010 or Nancy Howell (352) 383-2627 or www.MountDoraMusicFest.com.
February 15-17, 2019
Renninger's Antique Extravaganza –
An antique lover's dream!
March 9, 2019
18th Annual Taste in Mount Dora & Casino Night! – 6pm - 10pm (Tastings 6-8:30pm Silent Auction 6-9pm)
A spectacular evening of dancing, gaming, and culinary delights prepared by Mount Dora's finest restaurants. Sunset Park on 4th Avenue and Alexander Street in beautiful downtown Mount Dora. Bid in the silent auction then
March 16-17, 2019
Mount Dora Spring Festival –
Over 200 vendors displaying treasures on the downtown streets of Mount Dora. More Info www.VisitMountDora.com or email: VisitMountDora@gmail.com
March 23-24, 2019
Lakes and Hills Garden Club 15th Annual Garden Tour
Saturday 9:00am to 4:30pm, Sunday 11:00am to 4:30pm.
TICKETS: e-mail lakesandhillsgardentour@gmail.com. www.lakesandhillgardenclub.com
March 24-25, 2019
Lakes and Hills Garden Club 14th Annual Garden Tour
Saturday 9:00am to 4:30pm, Sunday 11:00am to 4:30pm. Tour $15 – Tour & Lunch $30. Tour starts at the Country Club of Mount Dora, 1900 Country Club Ave.
TICKETS: e-mail lakesandhillsgardentour@gmail.com. www.lakesandhillgardenclub.com
April 6-7, 2019
66th Annual Sail Boat Regatta
The oldest in the state will be a fun day for the whole family. More info: call (352) 385-1400 or www.MountDoraRegatta.com.
April 20, 2019
Earth Day Mount Dora –
Join us in Donnelly Park for free music, exhibits, raffle & fun. More info: www.MountDoraEnvironment.org
July 3, 2019
Freedom on the Waterfront - 5pm
An old-fashion celebration in Elizabeth Evans Park. Festivities begin at 5pm with live music, kids activities & fireworks. Fireworks at dusk. Presented by Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Mount Dora. Contact Chris Carson (352) 735-7183 or e-mail carsonc@ci.mount-dora.fl,us
July 4, 2019
Independence Day Parade – 10am
Parade is in beautiful downtown Mount Dora. Begins at 10:00 am at the corner of Donnelly and Seventh and runs to Charles Avenue. Contact Chris Carson at the City of Mount Dora at 352-735-7183 or e-mail at carsonc@ci.mount-dora.fl.us
August 11-12, 2019
Mount Dora Florida Highwaymen Art Show, Sale & Benefit
Scenic renderings of Florida's landscape expressed in the Classic Highwaymen art style. Participating will be original Highwaymen. Admission is FREE!! Donnelly Park Pavilion at 5th and Donnelly. Info: Heron Cay at 352-383-4050.
TBD, 2019
5th Annual Mount Dora Seafood Festival
The event includes entertainment, food vendors and the Olde Port of Mount Dora Pirate Village. Join in the Landlubber Seafood Tasting Tour. Info: call (352) 217-8390 or visit www.VisitMountDora.com or email VisitMountDora@gmail.com.
October 3-6, 2019
45th Annual Bicycle Festival
A Chamber sponsored