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            • *Please note: No pets are allowed at any major event or festival.*

            • July 3, 2021

              Mount Dora Freedom on the Waterfront

              Join us in Elizabeth Evans Park for an old-fashion celebration of our Independence Day. Festivities begin at 5 PM with live music, featuring Kid's Zone with lots of fun activities, food trucks, beverages, and plenty of fun for everyone. This year we are proud to announce former Season 14 American Idol contestant Alexis Gomez with opening act David Letourneau will be playing live music on the stage. Th e festivities at Elizabeth Evans Park will end with a spectacular firework over Lake Dora. 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.

              WHERE: Elizabeth Evans Park
              TIME: 5:00 PM - Fireworks at Dusk

            • July 3, 2021

              Independence Day Parade                                                                                                                                                    

              Join us in downtown Mount Dora for a patriotic tribute parade celebrating our country's independence! The City of Mount Dora is seeking entries for the annual Independence Day Parade in beautiful downtown Mount Dora. The parade begins at the corner of Donnelly and 7th Avenue and runs to Charles Avenue.

              WHERE: Downtown Mount Dora
              TIME: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
              CONTACT: Chris Carson at the City of Mount Dora Parks and Recreation Department at 352-735-7183 or carsonc@ci.mount-dora.fl.us for application

            • August 14 & 15, 2021

              Annual Florida Highwaymen Art Show, Sale & Benefit

              Visitors can enjoy the scenic renderings of Mary Ann Carroll, James Gibson, Isaac Knight, Robert Lewis and Roy McLendon. Free event.

              WHERE: Donnelly Park Pavilion (corner of 5th Avenue and Donnelly Street)
              TIME: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
              CONTACT Heron Cay Bed & Breakfast 352-383-4050

            • September 25 - 26, 2021

              6th Annual Seafood Festival

              Several days of fresh seafood, more than 100 exhibitors on hand with specialty food items and more. his family friendly event includes entertainment, food vendors and the Olde Port of Mount Dora Pirate Village. Experience the Landlubber Seafood Tasting Tour. 

              WHERE: Simpson's Cove and Gilbert Park
              TIME: TBD

            • October 7 - 10, 2021

              46th Annual Mount Dora Bicycle Festival

              For 46 years, Mount Dora has been well-known to road cyclists – and we won’t sit on our laurels this year either!! With NEW century rides Friday and Saturday, Metric Centuries on F, S & S, climb the challenge that is Sugarloaf, and let’s not forget the rolling hills that surround us … choose your speed group carefully! And not to scare the beginning (novice) cyclists, we have shorter and easier rides too! Remember your water bottles! We offer FREE REFILLS at ALL our rest stops (snacks too). BRING THE KIDS! Both Saturday and Sunday we have short rides with kid-friendly snacks. Kids 15 and under are free!!

              Choose from up to 18 different rides on Road, Gravel and/or Mountain and enjoy the amazing routes through 3 of Central Florida’s most beautiful counties. Our routes are designed to challenge any skill level. Register by 8/14/21 for the BEST DEAL!

              Details on mountdorabicyclefestival.com

            • October 23 - 24, 2021

              37th Annual Craft Fair

              This nationally ranked juried event continues to attract over 200,000 visitors and over 350 of the best crafters in the country.

              WHERE: Downtown Mount Dora
              TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
              CONTACT: Visit Mount Dora at 352-217-8390 or visitmountdora@gmail.com 

            • November TBD, 2021

              Art of the Deal

              "Welcome to the Show!" Be transformed by an explosion of art, casino table, gourmet food, live and silent auctions, top shelf open bar and revolutionary entertainment! Mount Dora Center for the Arts invites you to celebrate the arts in your best cocktail attire, with the area's premiere cultural event in historic downtown Mount Dora.

              WHERE: Downtown Mount Dora
              TIME: 6:00 - 9:00 PM
              CONTACT: Mount Dora Center for the Arts at 352-383-0880 or visit mountdoracenterforthearts.org 

            • November 13 - 14, 2021

              27th Annual Mount Dora Plant and Garden Fair

              Central Florida's top growers bring more than 12,000 plants. Featuring orchid growers native plants, butterfly attracting perennials, herbs, roses, camellias and begonias with a complete section of rare and unusual tropical plants. Garden antiques, festive flags and unusual containers are also a focus. Free event. 

              WHERE: Donnelly Park Building
              TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
              CONTACT: 352-729-2170

            • November 19 - 21, 2021

              Renninger's Antique Extravaganza

              An antique lover's dream! One of the largest gatherings of antique dealers in the south with over 800 dealers attending. Three times a year Renninger's hosts this Extravaganza in the show field, antique center and under the on-site pavilions...rain or shine!. 

              WHERE: Renninger's Vintage Antique Center, 20651 US Hwy 441, Mount Dora
              TIME: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
              CONTACT: Twin Markets at 352-383-8393 or visit renningers.net 

            • November 27, 2021

              40th Annual Light Up Mount Dora  

              Join us for the lighting of Donnelly Park in historic downtown Mount Dora.  Mount Dora Businesses, and of course the amazing Mount Dora Boating Center & Marina will be putting on an outstanding light display though out the month of December with over 2 million sparkling lights! Main Street Leasing Christmas Tree will be in Sunset Park on Alexander Street coming on at sunset.

              Contact the Chamber to see what other holiday events are happening....

              WHEN: Downtown Historic Mount Dora
              TIME: 6:00 - 9:00 PM
              CONTACT: Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce at 352-383-2165

            • December 3, 2021

              29th Annual Christmas Walk 

              A Chamber Annual Event, always the first Friday of December. Join us for a family friendly street party featuring music, & shopping (shops open until 9:00 PM). Don't forget to visit Sunset Park to enjoy the Main Street Leasing Christmas Tree! Free event, open to the public. While you are strolling around, make sure to visit the Mount Dora Boating Center & Marina, their display is always outstanding.

              WHERE: Downtown Mount Dora

              TIME: 6:00 - 9:00 PM
              CONTACT: Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce at 352-383-2165

            • December 4, 2021

              61th Annual Christmas Parade

              Christmas Parade through the streets of downtown Mount Dora. Join us in getting in the Christmas spirit!

              WHERE: Downtown Mount Dora
              TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
              CONTACT: Mount Dora Lions Club at 352-449-8443

            • December 4, 2021

              31th Annual Christmas Lighted Boat Parade

              The boat parade begins at the lighthouse on Grantham Point. Local boat owners must apply to enter the competition of who has the best boat light display and originality! Free event for the public to attend. 

              WHERE: Grantham Point (across from Gilbert Park on Tremain Street and Liberty Avenue) Mount Dora
              TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
              CONTACT: Scott Alderman with Rusty Anchor Boat Tours at 352-383-3933

            • December TBD, 2021

              Christmas Tour of Homes

              Tour several Mount Dora homes that are beautifully decorated for the holidays. This is a self-driving tour to the various homes. Cost is $20 a person. Tour begins at the Country Club of Mount Dora.

              WHERE: Country Club of Mount Dora, 1900 Country Club Blvd, Mount Dora
              TIME: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
              CONTACT: Women's Committee of Fine Arts of Mount Dora at 352-729-6394 or visit WCFAmountdora.com

            • December 11, 2021

              Children's Christmas in the Park with Snow

              Snow in Florida! What?! You heard it right...Join us in Donnelly Park for a chance to go snow sledding. Free event, open to the public. 

              WHERE: Donnelly Park, Mount Dora
              TIME: 4:00 - 9:00 PM
              CONTACT: City of Mount Dora Parks and Recreation Department at 352-735-7183

            • December 18, 2021

              Mount Dora 5K

              Mount Dora 5K! A portion of race proceeds help support Mount Dora High School FFA & Run 4 a Cause Foundation.

              WHERE: Elizabeth Evans Park, 100 N. Donnelly Street, Mount Dora
              TIME: 7:45 AM - 8:45 AM
              CONTACT: Chris Batista at batista@5kracedirector.com or visit mountdorahalfmarathon.com

            • December 19, 2021

              Mount Dora Half Marathon

              Considered Florida's most beautiful race with views of country back roads and natural wildlife, beginning and ending in the best historic downtown area! A single loop half marathon. The half marathon is a USATF Certified Course. The Half Marathon event is limited to 1500 entrants. A portion of race proceeds help support Mount Dora High School FFA & Run 4 a Cause Foundation.

              WHERE: Elizabeth Evans Park, 100 N. Donnelly Street, Mount Dora
              TIME: 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
              CONTACT: Chris Batista at batista@5kracedirector.com or visit mountdorahalfmarathon.com

            • December 31, 2021

              Mount Dora New Year's Eve Celebration

              Wave goodbye to 2021 and Hello to 2022 with us! Live entertainment, stop by our food and beverages vendors and of course...fireworks sponsored by Main Street Leasing.

              WHERE: Sunset Park, Mount Dora
              TIME: 9:00 PM - Fireworks at 12:00 AM
              CONTACT: City of Mount Dora Parks and Recreation Department at 352-735-7183

            • January TBD, 2022

              Mount Dora 2022

              A Chamber Annual Event. Through a collaborative effort, the City of Mount Dora, Elevate Lake and the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce present and discuss the partnerships and goals for keeping our community the best place to live, work and play. Registration is required. Sponsorships available.

              WHERE: Lake Receptions, 4425 N. Hwy 19A, Mount Dora
              TIME: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
              CONTACT: Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce at 352-383-2165

            • January TBD, 2022

              Renninger's Antique Extravaganza

              An antique lover's dream! One of the largest gatherings of antique dealers in the south with over 800 dealers attending. Three times a year Renninger's hosts this Extravaganza in the show field, antique center and under the on-site pavilions...rain or shine!. 

              WHERE: Renninger's Vintage Antique Center, 20651 US Hwy 441, Mount Dora
              TIME: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
              CONTACT: Twin Markets at 352-383-8393 or visit www.renningers.net 

            • January TBD 2022

              9th Annual Scottish Highland Festival

              Enjoy Scottish Bands and musicians performing throughout the weekend, an afternoon of Highland Games on Saturday. 

              WHERE: Gilbert Park, Mount Dora
              TIME: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
              CONTACT: City of Mount Dora Parks and Recreation Department at 352-735-7183 

            • January TBD 2022

               Florida Storytelling Festival

              The Florida Storytelling Festival is a premier storytelling event, known nationally for its unique combination of workshops, concerts, youthful voices and sense of community.  People come from across the state of Florida and beyond to explore and savor the art of storytelling. The festival officially kicks-off with a special Thursday afternoon welcome reception followed by an evening storytelling concert. Friday and Saturday offer opportunities to immerse yourself in workshops, storytelling concerts, story swaps, story slams and lots of informal gatherings. Our wonderful Story Store will offer a multitude of storytelling resources.

              WHERE: Lakeside Inn, 100 N. Alexander Street
              TIME: Times vary each day
              CONTACT: Visit flstory.com/festival

            • February 5 - 6, 2022

              47th Annual Arts Festival

              This nationally ranked fine arts festival attracts about 300 artist vendors from all over the world. The fine arts are displayed throughout the downtown streets of Mount Dora, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors. 

              WHERE: Downtown Mount Dora
              TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
              CONTACT: Mount Dora Center for the Arts at 352-383-0880 or visit mountdoraartsfestival.org

            • February 18 - 20, 2022

              Renninger's Antique Extravaganza

              An antique lover's dream! One of the largest gatherings of antique dealers in the south with over 800 dealers attending. Three times a year Renninger's hosts this Extravaganza in the show field, antique center and under the on-site pavilions...rain or shine!. 

              WHERE: Renninger's Vintage Antique Center, 20651 US Hwy 441, Mount Dora
              TIME: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
              CONTACT: Twin Markets at 352-383-8393 or visit www.renningers.net 

            • March 19 - 20, 2022

              Mount Dora Spring Festival

              Over 200 arts and crafts vendors spread out through the streets of downtown to display their "Spring" treasures.

              WHERE: Downtown Mount Dora
              TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
              CONTACT: Visit visitmountdora.com 

            • March TBD, 2022

              69th Annual Sail Boat Regatta

              The oldest sail boat regatta in the state will prove to be a fun day for the whole family. Sit on the shore and watch these beautiful pieces of art coast through Lake Dora. 

              WHERE: Lake Dora and connecting waterways
              TIME: 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
              CONTACT: Call 352-385-1400 or visit mountdoraregatta.com

            • April TBD, 2022

              Earth Day Mount Dora

              Music, exhibits, raffle and lots of fun. Let's celebrate our beautiful planet and figure out how we can do our part to help our environment!

              WHERE: Donnelly Park, Downtown Mount Dora
              TIME: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
              CONTACT: Visit mountdoraenvironment.org or call 352-988-4022

            • April 23 & 24, 2022

              7th Annual Mount Dora Blueberry Festival 

              A celebration of the rapidly growing blueberry agriculture business in Central Florida. We highlight local blueberry farms and celebrate all things blueberry such as: pie, short cake, wine, liquor, beer, fresh berries, scones and much more! Over 100 vendors, live entertainment and kids activities. Free event, open to the public. 

              WHERE: Donnelly Park, Downtown Mount Dora
              TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
              CONTACT: Call 407-913-4140 or visit mountdorablueberryfestival.com 

            • May TBD, 2022

              20th Annual Taste in Mount Dora and Craft Beer Fest 

              A Chamber Annual Event. Join us for a spectacular evening of culinary delights. With samplings of fabulous cuisine from our restaurants, coupled with tents serving superior craft beer, a fabulous evening it will be! Many wonderful art pieces and more, will be displayed at the silent auction. 

              Tickets available at MountDora.com by early April 

              WHERE: Sunset Park, Mount Dora
              TIME: 6:00 - 10:00 PM
              CONTACT: Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce at 352-383-2165

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