Florida Events

Springing the Blues Festival - March & April
Thousands converge on Jacksonville each April for this free outdoor blues festival featuring performances from renowned blues artists.
Palm Beach International Film Festival - April
This celebrity attended event showcases over 50 international films from over 20 countries and is held in early February.
Epcot Intern'l Flower & Garden Fest - April - June
Walt Disney World Resort hosts the 13th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival that promises some 30 million blooms! The roses, wildflowers, topiaries and herb gardens will flourish from April 21 to June 11, 2006.
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May
Zellwood Sweet Corn Festival - May
Down home outdoor country family fun and entertainment and the sweet taste of corn will keep you coming back every May to this just north of Orlando location.

June
Fiesta Five Flags - June
This annual June celebration pays tribute to the colorful history of the City of Pensacola where five different flags have flown since its first establishment in 1559.
Miss Florida Pageant - June
Miss Florida Pageant is the preliminary to the Miss America Pageant. Learn about participating in the pageant, Miss Florida appearances, college scholarships awarded & pageant sponsor information.
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July
Florida Dance Festival - June & July
This South Florida annual celebration of dance features classes and workshops in all forms of dance. Held in June.
Miss Florida USA Pageant - July
Miss Florida USA Pageant is the preliminary to the Miss USA Pageant. Learn about participating in the pageant, and Miss Florida USA appearances.

September
Epcot International Food and Wine Festival - September-November
Month-long celebration of the world's greatest foods and cuisines combined with continuous entertainment.
Pensacola Seafood Festival - September
Every September enjoy continuous entertainment and bountiful seafood in the Seville Square area of historic downtown Pensacola.
Universal's Rock The Universe - September
Rock The Universe will excite and inspire music fans as Universal Studios showcases the best Christian rock performers.
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October
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - October
Special ticketed event at Disney World's Magic Kingdom that features "Mickey's Boo-to-You Halloween Parade," Mickey's Mouse-Ka-Rade costume parties, Halloween storytelling, live shows and a special Halloween-themed fireworks display above Cinderella Castle. Families enjoy a complimentary photo, unlimited use of the attractions and opportunities to trick-or-treat throughout the theme park.
Fall Festivals - October & November
Whether it's with peanuts or turn-of-the-century style, Floridians take to the streets in a variety of fall art and craft festivals.

November
Sarasota Blues Fest - November
Sarasota welcomes the nation's best in Blues every November for a great day of music and fun.
Gaylord Palms's ICE! - November & December
ICE! is the winter wonderland created by Gaylord Palms Resort that features more than two million pounds of ice that becomes a frozen family attraction.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party - November & December
You'll have a great time we had at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party! Sip hot chocolate while watching the fireworks display at the Magic Kingdom and watch your favorite Disney characters in Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Parade. A great way to kick off the season!
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January
Florida Citrus Festival
Held annually each January in Winter Haven for over 75 years.
Gasparilla Pirate Festival - January or February
For over 100 years pirates have invaded downtown Tampa in a show of force to celebrate the legendary pirate, Jose Gaspar. Pirates will invade your computer when you check out this annual February extravaganza.
Florida's Festive Fares - January to May
Florida celebrates the harvesting of many crops with festivals that have all the ingredients of great family fun - plenty of fresh Florida produce and specialties of the sea stirred with a little arts and crafts and lots of entertainment. Check out what's cooking here...Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival - October & November
This annual event brings a variety of films and celebrities to the area.
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February
Street Painting Festival - February
Stroll the downtown streets of Lake Worth in February to view this annual chalk art street painting contest.
The Florida State Fair - February
The Florida State Fair is a showcase for the best Florida has to offer. It is held each February in Tampa, Florida.
Universal's Mardi Gras - February-April
It's Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Orlando in an annual event featuring a concert series and a celebration that includes a street party and parade.
Silver Spurs Rodeo - February & October
Twice a year cowboys saddle up for steer wrangling and more rodeo fun than a barrel of clowns. The action takes place in Kissimmee, just a few miles from Central Florida's theme parks.
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March
Florida Renaissance Festival - March
Browse through enchanted crafts villages, applaud hundreds of period performers, cheer valiant knights, enjoy continuous entertainment, birds of prey and food fit for a king. Weekends in March at Deerfield Beach.
Florida Strawberry Festival - March
The Florida Strawberry Festival was established in Plant City to celebrate the harvest of strawberries. It features a midway, exhibits, live entertainment and plenty of strawberries.
Miami International Film Festival - March
Bringing to South Florida some of the best-crafted films from around the world, this February event showcases some of the hottest movies from a variety of genres and countries.
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April
Florida Film Festival - March & April
Held in the spring at the Enzian Theater in Orlando each year, and showcasing the best American Independent and Foreign Films, it is fast becoming the best respected regional film event in the southeast.