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VIEW THE LATEST EDITION OF MOUNT DORA BUZZ

From new restaurants and happenings, find out this month's local scoop for Mount Dora, Tavares and Eustis in the latest monthly edition of Mount Dora Buzz here.

10 Important Things to Know About Golf Carts IN MouNt Dora

Mount Dora has gone all-in on golf-cart culture. Not only is it a fun social ride, it also makes parking easier due to the smaller space required to park carts and the designated parking lot. Still, there are unique, and sometimes confusing, rules that pertain to driving a golf cart in the city. Here are 10 things locals should know before cruising Mount Dora in a cart: Read more

Downtown Eustis Hosts new Cultural Event

The streets of downtown Eustis will have a splash of Asia this spring when the Japan Festival comes to town on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Read more

Most recent Best of Mount Dora winners!

Mount Dora Buzz readers cast their votes the Best of Mount Dora awards covering many categories including shopping, dining, cocktails and more. See the full list here:

Check out The Buzz's downtown Mount Dora parking tips

Parking doesn't have to be frustrating downtown during the holidays and snowbird season. If you expand your parking area a block or two from the downtown core, parking is typically available, including at the free Methodist Church parking lot on 5th Avenue. Check out these Mount Dora parking tips and free shuttle info here.

discover this month's local events

Look to the local entertainment calendar to find out what's happening in Mount Dora, Tavares and Eustis. Go to calendar

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Mount Dora CRaft Fair Returns

One of Florida's top-ranked craft fairs returns to the streets of downtown Mount Dora on October 25 and 26. The annual event features hundreds of vendors showcasing their handmade creations. [Learn more]

MOUNT DORA CITY COUNCIL UPDATES

Get the latest rundown of what's happening at recent Mount Dora City Council meetings here

New area development

Lake County is growing by leaps and bounds. Discover what commercial and residential projects are pending approval and those already under construction here.