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2019 HOLIDAY EVENT GUIDE FOR
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Nov. 22 - Jan. 5: EUSTIS ON ICE
A real ice-skating rink transforms downtown Eustis into a winter wonderland at Fountain on the Green. Open 7 days. Admission is $10
A real ice-skating rink transforms downtown Eustis into a winter wonderland at Fountain on the Green. Open 7 days. Admission is $10
Nov. 29, 2019: 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.
Nov. 30, 2019: LIGHT UP MOUNT DORA
Festivities begin at 5:00 pm with a pre-show and live entertainment at 5:30 at Donnelly Park downtown. Stores and restaurants open. Over a million lights switch on at 6:30. See video
Festivities begin at 5:00 pm with a pre-show and live entertainment at 5:30 at Donnelly Park downtown. Stores and restaurants open. Over a million lights switch on at 6:30. See video
Dec. 6, 2019: CHRISTMAS WALK
This magical downtown Mount Dora event brings the streets of downtown alive with live holiday entertainment, photos with Santa and a 40-foot lighted musical Christmas tree at Sunset Park. 6-9pm. Downtown stores and restaurants are open late. Check out the local shopping guide here.
This magical downtown Mount Dora event brings the streets of downtown alive with live holiday entertainment, photos with Santa and a 40-foot lighted musical Christmas tree at Sunset Park. 6-9pm. Downtown stores and restaurants are open late. Check out the local shopping guide here.
DEC. 7 & 8: CHRISTMAS AT THE MARKET
Enjoy two days of antiques, handmade items, and complementary Christmas treats throughout the sprawling Renningers Antique Center's north and south Pavilions along with vendor tents, Opens at 9 am each day. Free.
Enjoy two days of antiques, handmade items, and complementary Christmas treats throughout the sprawling Renningers Antique Center's north and south Pavilions along with vendor tents, Opens at 9 am each day. Free.
(Photo by Mount Dora Buzz)
DEC. 6, 2019: NIGHT OF LIGHTS FOR TYKES
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.
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.
DEC. 7: 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.
(Photo by Mount Dora Buzz)
DEC. 7, 2019: 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.
Dec. 7, 2019: CHRISTMAS LIGHTED BOAT PARADE
Small boats lit up for the holidays depart from Mount Dora's lighthouse at 7 p.m. and continue up shoreline toward Tavares. Pull up a piece of the shoreline to watch!
Small boats lit up for the holidays depart from Mount Dora's lighthouse at 7 p.m. and continue up shoreline toward Tavares. Pull up a piece of the shoreline to watch!
DEC. 7 & 8: GERMAN CHRISTKINDLMARKET
This traditional German Christmas market is held annually at the Yalaha Bakery and features local artists, pottery, German crafts, Christmas vendors and the ability to decorate your own gingerbread house.
The festivities run 9:30 am to 4p.m. on both days.
This traditional German Christmas market is held annually at the Yalaha Bakery and features local artists, pottery, German crafts, Christmas vendors and the ability to decorate your own gingerbread house.
The festivities run 9:30 am to 4p.m. on both days.
DEC. 7 & 8, 2019: THE NUTCRACKER BALLET
The holiday classic ballet with music by classical composer Tchaikovsky is performed by Mount Dora School of Ballet in a professional-quality production with beautiful costumes. The two performances are in the Mount Dora Community Building. Saturday's performance is at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday's is a 2 p.m. matinee performance. Get tickets here.
The holiday classic ballet with music by classical composer Tchaikovsky is performed by Mount Dora School of Ballet in a professional-quality production with beautiful costumes. The two performances are in the Mount Dora Community Building. Saturday's performance is at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday's is a 2 p.m. matinee performance. Get tickets here.
DEC. 7 & 8, 2019: CHRISTMAS TOUR OF HOMES
Tour Mount Dora homes that are beautifully decorated for the holidays. This self-guided tour of six beautifully decorated homes is from 11 a.m to 4 p.m. Punch and cookies will be served at the Simpson Farmhouse. Tickets are $25 online at wcfamountdora.com.
Tour Mount Dora homes that are beautifully decorated for the holidays. This self-guided tour of six beautifully decorated homes is from 11 a.m to 4 p.m. Punch and cookies will be served at the Simpson Farmhouse. Tickets are $25 online at wcfamountdora.com.
DEC. 3, 4 & 5, 2019: 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 from approximately 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. each night. Santa will go through downtown on the first night making a stop at Donnelly Park and tour various residential neighborhoods. It’s a holiday tradition that grew from 1 day to 3!
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 from approximately 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. each night. Santa will go through downtown on the first night making a stop at Donnelly Park and tour various residential neighborhoods. It’s a holiday tradition that grew from 1 day to 3!
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING & PARTY (dates TBD)
Join the 'tree-mendous' time singing holiday favorites with the Triangle Elementary children's choir from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Cookies and punch are served in the Butterfly Garden at W.T. Bland Library. The Mount Dora Dulcimer Society and a Ukulele Band will perform. Kids can get creative the ornament making workshop and make Christmas cards with the PAWS Therapy dogs. Watch Santa & Mrs. Claus light the Christmas tree. Meet Margaret and H.A. Rey's storybook character, Curious George.
Join the 'tree-mendous' time singing holiday favorites with the Triangle Elementary children's choir from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Cookies and punch are served in the Butterfly Garden at W.T. Bland Library. The Mount Dora Dulcimer Society and a Ukulele Band will perform. Kids can get creative the ornament making workshop and make Christmas cards with the PAWS Therapy dogs. Watch Santa & Mrs. Claus light the Christmas tree. Meet Margaret and H.A. Rey's storybook character, Curious George.
DEC. 13 & 14, 2019: GINGERBREAD MAN COOKIE DECORATING
All ages are invited to decorate a giant gingerbread man cookie in the Children's Program Room at W.T. Bland Library in Mount Dora beginning at 10:30 a.m. on both days. There is a recommended $5.00 donation to cover cost of materials. All ages welcome. Pre-purchased ticket required and available beginning Friday, November 15 at the library. Bring your creativity!
All ages are invited to decorate a giant gingerbread man cookie in the Children's Program Room at W.T. Bland Library in Mount Dora beginning at 10:30 a.m. on both days. There is a recommended $5.00 donation to cover cost of materials. All ages welcome. Pre-purchased ticket required and available beginning Friday, November 15 at the library. Bring your creativity!
(Photo by Mount Dora Buzz)
DEC. 7: HOMETOWN HOLIDAY CONCERT (dates TBD) Holiday Concert
Come home for Christmas with Ennis Pruitt. The musician will use a variety of instruments to perform classic rock and country favorites to Celtic music -- all with a dash of humor. No registration is required for this free concert. Seating available on a first come, first served basis. Additional parking at Church of Christ (one block south).
Come home for Christmas with Ennis Pruitt. The musician will use a variety of instruments to perform classic rock and country favorites to Celtic music -- all with a dash of humor. No registration is required for this free concert. Seating available on a first come, first served basis. Additional parking at Church of Christ (one block south).
DEC. 21, 2019: NORTHEAST COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PARTY
Mount Dora Police Department hosts its annual holiday party for the Northeast neighborhood from 10 a.m. to noon at the Martin Luther King Center located at 803 Florida Avenue. The fun atmosphere includes games, bounce house, music, and food, and of course, Santa Claus! Get more information for Mount Dora Police Department.
Mount Dora Police Department hosts its annual holiday party for the Northeast neighborhood from 10 a.m. to noon at the Martin Luther King Center located at 803 Florida Avenue. The fun atmosphere includes games, bounce house, music, and food, and of course, Santa Claus! Get more information for Mount Dora Police Department.
Dec. 14, 2019: 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 5 p.m. and goes until 9 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 5 p.m. and goes until 9 p.m. (see video)
HOLIDAY CONCERT (dates TBD)
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.
Dec. 31, 2019: MOUNT DORA NEW YEAR'S EVE
Downtown Mount Dora becomes a free street party at Sunset Park begins at 9 p.m. There will be food, music, as well as fireworks at midnight.
Downtown Mount Dora becomes a free street party at Sunset Park begins at 9 p.m. There will be food, music, as well as fireworks at midnight.
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