2021 HOLIDAY EVENT GUIDE FOR
MOUNT DORA, TAVARES & EUSTIS
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There are tons of annual holiday festivities in the area that kick off in November and continue into December. Here are some that Mount Dora Buzz thinks you don't want to miss!
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NOV. 26, 2021: LIGHT UP EUSTIS:
This free party to celebrate the holiday lights of Eustis brings Santa and Mrs. Claus to downtown along with real reindeer, live music, food vendors and more. 5 to 9 p.m. This year there will also be snow and a 75' snow slide for the kids.
This free party to celebrate the holiday lights of Eustis brings Santa and Mrs. Claus to downtown along with real reindeer, live music, food vendors and more. 5 to 9 p.m. This year there will also be snow and a 75' snow slide for the kids.
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NOV. 27, 2021: SANTA IN THE PARK
Bring the kids to see Santa as he visits Sunset Park in the heart of downtown Mount Dora. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. |
CANCELLED: LIGHT UP MOUNT DORA
Mount Dora's lights will still be turned on sometime around Thanksgiving, but there will be no event, ceremony or entertainment around the lighting in 2021. No date has been announced as to when the lights will go on, so just keep a look out for the lights at Donnelly Park. Mount Dora Marina & Boating Center will turn on its display on November 27.
Mount Dora's lights will still be turned on sometime around Thanksgiving, but there will be no event, ceremony or entertainment around the lighting in 2021. No date has been announced as to when the lights will go on, so just keep a look out for the lights at Donnelly Park. Mount Dora Marina & Boating Center will turn on its display on November 27.
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NOV. 29-DEC. 2, 2021: MOUNT DORA SANTA TOUR
Every year Santa and Mrs. Claus visits Mount Dora neighborhoods with help of Mount Dora's police and fire departments. His motorcade of emergency vehicles delights children and adults as it travels through neighborhoods with lights and sirens. Santa departs every night from Mount Dora Police Station and his routes are posted on Mount Dora Buzz. It’s a holiday tradition that grew from 1 day to 4! |
DEC. 3, 2021: CHRISTMAS WALK
This annual tradition features entertainment sprinkled around Mount Dora's historic downtown while shop's are open late for a unique holiday shopping experience. The many downtown bars and restaurants are also open to enjoy plenty of holiday cheer. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
This annual tradition features entertainment sprinkled around Mount Dora's historic downtown while shop's are open late for a unique holiday shopping experience. The many downtown bars and restaurants are also open to enjoy plenty of holiday cheer. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
DEC. 4, 2021: "TOYS FOR TOTS" NIGHT OF LIGHTS
Bring your new unwrapped toy and kick off the holiday season with a beautiful light display and helping Florida children in need. Happy Holidays! This special Toys for Tots collection event is hosted by Mount Dora Marina, the largest private display of Christmas lights and decorations in Central Florida. On this night the marina opens its gates from 6 to 9 p.m. for families to walk the grounds to view the festive display up close. Admission is one new unwrapped toy. 148 Charles Street, downtown Mount Dora lakefront. More info
Bring your new unwrapped toy and kick off the holiday season with a beautiful light display and helping Florida children in need. Happy Holidays! This special Toys for Tots collection event is hosted by Mount Dora Marina, the largest private display of Christmas lights and decorations in Central Florida. On this night the marina opens its gates from 6 to 9 p.m. for families to walk the grounds to view the festive display up close. Admission is one new unwrapped toy. 148 Charles Street, downtown Mount Dora lakefront. More info
DEC. 4, 2021: TAVARES CHRISTMAS PARADE & CELEBRATION
Typically, the first Saturday in December, this free, annual happening takes place in downtown Tavares with a parade that begins at 5 p.m downtown, followed by a celebration in Wooton Park. Enjoy live music, Santa's arrival via seaplane, a giant snow globe, a Christmas movie in the park and more.
Typically, the first Saturday in December, this free, annual happening takes place in downtown Tavares with a parade that begins at 5 p.m downtown, followed by a celebration in Wooton Park. Enjoy live music, Santa's arrival via seaplane, a giant snow globe, a Christmas movie in the park and more.
DEC. 4, 2021: MOUNT DORA CHRISTMAS PARADE
Typically the first Saturday in December, this traditional small town parade starts at 10 a.m. on Donnelly Street and continues through downtown Mount Dora. This is a free event.
Typically the first Saturday in December, this traditional small town parade starts at 10 a.m. on Donnelly Street and continues through downtown Mount Dora. This is a free event.
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DEC. 4, 2021: CHRISTMAS LIGHTED BOAT PARADE
Small boats lit up for the holidays depart from Mount Dora's lighthouse in the evening and continue up shoreline toward Tavares. Pull up a piece of the shoreline to watch to watch the procession of small boats. |
DEC. 9, 2021: HOLIDAY CONCERT
Lake Concert Band will perform a free concert of holiday classics at Mount Dora Community Building. Monetary donations for Lake Care Food Pantry will be accepted to help less fortunate families in Lake County. 7-9 p.m.
Lake Concert Band will perform a free concert of holiday classics at Mount Dora Community Building. Monetary donations for Lake Care Food Pantry will be accepted to help less fortunate families in Lake County. 7-9 p.m.
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DEC. 11: CHRISTMAS MOVIE ON THE WATER
Enjoy a free holiday movie on a jumbo screen in Simpson Cove from the comfort of your boat with a backdrop of holiday lights. Hosted by Mount Dora Boating Center and Marina. The movie starts just after sunset. |
DEC. 11, 2021: SNOW IN THE PARK
Snow typically falls on the second Saturday in December and children can enjoy free sledding and ice skating in downtown Mount Dora's Donnelly Park. The event is free and the fun starts at 3 p.m. and goes until 7 p.m. (see video)
Snow typically falls on the second Saturday in December and children can enjoy free sledding and ice skating in downtown Mount Dora's Donnelly Park. The event is free and the fun starts at 3 p.m. and goes until 7 p.m. (see video)
DEC. 18 & 19 2021: CHRISTMAS AT THE MARKET
Browse antiques and handmade holiday items, while enjoying complementary Christmas treats throughout the sprawling Reninngers Antique Center's north and south Pavilions along with vendor tents, Opens at 9 am each day. Free.
Browse antiques and handmade holiday items, while enjoying complementary Christmas treats throughout the sprawling Reninngers Antique Center's north and south Pavilions along with vendor tents, Opens at 9 am each day. Free.
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DEC. 31: MOUNT DORA NEW YEAR'S EVE
The party happens a Sunset Park in downtown Mount Dora with live music, cash bar and fireworks at midnight over the 4th Avenue docks. |
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