Renninger’s Antique Extravaganza
November 15, 16, 17th 2024
December and January dates TBD.
An antique lover’s dream! This event held at Renningers Twin Markets is one of the largest gatherings of antique dealers in the south with over 1500 dealers.
50th Annual Arts Festival
February 1 & 2
The event draws more than 150,000 art enthusiasts and collectors from all over the country for the two day event. Located in the heart of central Florida, just 30 miles north of Orlando, tour busses bring hundreds of guests from both coasts each day
Mount Dora Spring Festival of Arts & Crafts
March 15 & 16, 2025
Amazing talent ; Amazing finds. It’s what you’ll see at the Mount Dora Spring Festival of Arts and Crafts . Stroll through and SUPPORT more than 250 hand craft exhibitors and original artists that set up to sell their unique offerings to the public on the streets of the historic downtown walking district of Mount Dora, Florida.
This annual event takes place every year on the 3rd weekend of March.
72nd Annual Sail Boat Regatta
March 29th through 30th, 2025
The oldest Regatta in the state will prove to be a fun day for the whole family.
Leesburg Bikefest
2025 TBA
It is one of the largest bike weeks in Florida held over 3 days with concerts, vendors, contests, shows and more. The events take place in a number of different locations in the downtown Leesburg area.
Mount Dora Independence Day Celebration and Parade
JULY 3 | 5PM – 10PM
Visit Elizabeth Evans Park for an old-fashioned celebration of our Independence Day. Festivities begin at 5 PM with live music, featuring Kid’s Zone with lots of fun activities, food trucks and beverages. This year’s music features former Season 14 American Idol contestant Alexis Gomez with opening act David Letourneau. The festivities will end with a spectacular fireworks show over Lake Dora at dusk.
JULY 4 PARADE | 10AM – 11AM
The festivities continue on July 4 downtown Mount Dora for a patriotic tribute parade celebrating our country’s independence! The parade begins at the corner of Donnelly and 7th Avenue and runs to Charles Avenue.
Mount Dora Annual Craft Fair
October 26 & 27th 9AM-5PM
The Mount Dora Craft Festival was proud to earn the #1 spot in their 50th anniversary special ranking edition of ALL Time Favorite events published in 2021.
Mount Dora Annual Scottish Highland Festival
2025 TBA
For information go to: https://ci.mount-dora.fl.us/698/Mount-Dora-Scottish-Festival
Light Up Mount Dora
Saturday, November 23rd 2024
4:00 to 7:00 pm
The City comes alive when they turn the Christmas lights on. Down at Elizabeth Evans Park there will be food vendors, entertainment, and fireworks. After visiting Elizabeth Evans Park, see the Christmas Tree near Sunset Park to get free pictures with Santa.
Mount Dora Christmas Walk
December 6th 2024
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. Make sure to also visit the Mount Dora Boating Center & Marina, their display is always outstanding!