7 Fall Events in Florida You Don’t Want to Miss
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Sep 2023
With temperatures starting to drop, it’s the perfect time of year to get outside, discover a new neighborhood, and enjoy some of the many festivals Florida is famous for. Whether you’re in the mood to sample food from around the world, or looking to scratch your live music itch, there’s something for everyone. Below we’ve compiled seven of our favorite events to add to your bucket list this fall.
Fall at Southern Hill Farms
Clermont – September 23rd-November 12th
Purchase of advanced tickets are required. This popular family-friendly event regularly sells out so be sure to purchase your tickets well in advance. Seasonal offerings include apple cider donuts, craft beer, s’mores, and a wide variety of pumpkins available for sale. Be sure to check out the kid’s zone and all new corn maze added to this year’s event.
52nd Annual Fall Fiesta in the Park
Orlando – November 4th & 5th
This free event brings family and pet friendly arts to the downtown Orlando area. Located around beautiful Lake Eola, you can enjoy dozens of artists, crafters, and food vendors. Parking is a premium during this weekend so be prepared to find paid parking outside of the event and take a 10-15 minute walk.
Pro Tip: Use your favorite rideshare to get close to the event instead of attempting to find parking.
Our Lady of Lourdes Fall Festival
Dunnellon – October 19th-22nd
This family friendly event in Dunnellon features rides, games, music, food and fun. Admission to the festival is free and wristbands for rides can be purchased online. Pets and personal coolers are not allowed at the event.
Epcot Food & Wine Festival
Kissimmee – July 14th-November 18th
This ultra popular annual event draws big crowds to Epcot to eat and drink their way around the world. With dozens of food stalls to sample, make sure you go hungry and wear comfortable shoes.
Pro Tip: Plan to walk around the world showcase multiple times in order to get an idea of the food you can choose from. The walk will help you make space for even more bites.
Orlando Beer Festival 2023
Orlando – November 4th
This annual event attracts breweries from across the country to the famous Milk District in Orlando to provide samples of over 200 craft and premium beers to thousands of visitors. You must be at least 21 years old to enter the festival and children are not permitted at the festival. Advanced tickets are required and are available for purchase online.
Clearwater Jazz Holiday
Clearwater – October 19th-22nd
Now in it’s 43rd year, the Clearwater Jazz Holiday is a world class live music festival that draws thousands of music lovers to Coachman Park with the beautiful gulf waters as a backdrop. General admission and VIP tickets are available for purchase online and children 4 and under are free with a paid ticket.
Mt. Dora Craft Fair
Mt. Dora – October 28th-29th
This award winning event draws a huge crowd every year to the tiny town of Mt. Dora. The streets of downtown are filled with vendors offering various arts and crafts as well as food, beer, wine and music. Parking in the area is extremely limited so be on the lookout for residents offering parking at their homes for a fee.
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