BEST FALL EVENTS IN LAKE COUNTY

10/1/2019

Fall is here and with it comes the start of Lake County's festival and event season. There are so many diverse events to choose from, here's the list of the ones you don't want to miss:

LAKE COUNTY FOLK FESTIVAL, OCT. 5

This longstanding music festival is in its 22nd year and features musicians in various downtown Eustis venues, plus food vendors, artists and crafters. More info
Time: Beginning at 12 p.m.
Location: Downtown Eustis & Ferran Park

FALL IN THE FIELD, OCT . 5 & 6

You’ll swear there is a change of seasons at this two-day event that welcomes fall with vendors selling fall decor, antiques and vintage items. The array of “fall finery” comes from some of the best primitive antique dealers in the Southeast. Free admission.
Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days
Location: Renningers Antique Center, Mount Dora

BBQ & BLUES, OCT. 11-13

Top barbecue rib competitors from across the U.S. will compete to be named Lakeridge Winery’s Rib Champion. Guests can feast on ribs, enjoy some of the area’s best blues bands and solo artists, and take in arts and crafts vendors. Admission is $10.
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Lakeridge Winery, Clermont

THE GREAT FLORIDIAN MULTISPORT FESTIVAL, OCT. 19

Headlined by a full triathlon, The Great Florida Triathlon, this event kicks off early and takes place in a city renowned for its triathlons and training facilities.
Time: 7:30 a.m.
Location: Victory Pointe, Clermont

STEAMPUNK INDUSTRIAL SHOW, OCT. 19-20

The best people-watching in Central Florida happens during this two two-day festival filled with all-things Steampunk--music, costumed fire-breathers, a sword-swallower, imaginative vendors, entertainment and Victorian shenanigans. Free admission. More info
Time: 9 a.m to 5 p.m.
Location: Renningers Antique Center, Mount Dora

BOO! FESTIVAL, OCT. 25

This annual one-night event features family fun with live music, carnival games, trunk or treat, hayride, giant inflatable corn maze, food vendors, a lumitron stilt-walker and more. Free admission.
Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m
Location: Wooton Park, downtown Tavares

MONSTER SPLASH SEAPLANE FLY-IN, OCT. 26

Part airshow above Lake Dora and part kids’ party in the park, this family event features seaplane flying contests and a fun “Pumpkin Bomb Drop.” Kids are welcome to paint the pumpkins before the bomb drop. Free admission.
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Wooton Park, downtown Tavares waterfront

MOUNT DORA CRAFT FAIR, OCT. 26 & 27

Now in its 35th year, this is Mount Dora’s most popular fall festival. The event was recently ranked #4 for craft festivals in the U.S. Over 400 crafters line the city’s downtown streets, plus there’ll be food, bagpipes and other entertainment. Free admission. More info.
Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Downtown Mount Dora
Link: mountdoracraftfair.com

LADY OF THE LAKES RENAISSANCE FAIRE, NOV. 1, 2, 3, 9 & 10,

Take a step back in time into a European village during the Renaissance era. Guests can enjoy the food, music, crafts and entertainment of the time. Adult tickets $16 (includes $2 fee). More info
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: 12835 County Landfill Road in Lake Idamere Park in Tavares

ART OF THE DEAL, NOV. 2

This gala is frequently voted as the best cultural and social event of the year. The theme of this year’s event is Moulin Rouge. The semi-formal event offers catered cuisine, an open bar, dancing, live and silent auctions, gaming tables, and live entertainment. More info
Time: 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Location: Mount Dora Plaza Live

PLANT & GARDEN FAIR, NOV. 9 & 10

Located in the heart of downtown Mount Dora, the annual fair boasts over 10,000 plants for sale ranging from exotic tropicals and orchids to native and drought-tolerant plants. The two-day event also features garden decor, education exhibits, plants, containers and more. Free admission.
Time: Begins at 9 a.m on Saturday
Location: Donnelly Park, downtown Mount Dora

ANTIQUE EXTRAVAGANZA, NOV. 15-17

This mega antique festival is one of the largest is the Southeastern U.S. with over 800 dealers on the sprawling acreage of rolling hills and majestic oaks. The food and music are a bonus. Admission price varies each day.
Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Renningers Antique Center, Mount Dora

SCOTTISH HIGHLAND FESTIVAL, NOV. 16 & 17

This year the event has moved to Donnelly Park in the heart of downtown Mount Dora, and the celebration of all things Scottish is spread over two days. Guests can count on a lot more than just men in skirts, including the country’s food, athletic games, clans, dancing and more. Admission yet to be determined.
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days
Location: Donnelly Park, downtown, Mount Dora

LEESBURG CRAFT BEER, WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL

Wine, beer and food lovers can graze to their hearts’ content at this outdoor festival at Venetian Gardens. Tickets are $35.
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Islands at Venetian Gardens, Leesburg

LIGHT UP MOUNT DORA, NOV. 30

As “Light-Up” ceremonies go, it’s hard to top downtown Mount Dora’s impressive annual event on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Millions of lights come on in the park, a large musical Christmas tree awakens, and Mount Dora Marina's impressive display comes alive while unique shops with festive window displays are open late for holiday shopping. Free admission. More holiday event info
Time: Festivities start at 5 p.m. Light turn on after dusk.
Location: Donnelly Park, downtown Mount Dora

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