Here is a look at some of the best events taking place this weekend. Remember, you can always visit the complete events calendar by clicking on “EVENTS” on our main menu.
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Florida Strawberry Festival
February 28 – March 10
Florida Strawberry Festival, 303 N. Lemon Street
Plant City, FL 33563 United States + Google Map
The Florida Strawberry Festival is an 11-day community event celebrating the strawberry harvest of Eastern Hillsborough County. Each year, over 500,000 visitors enjoy the festival’s headline entertainment, youth livestock shows, exhibits of commerce and, of course, its strawberry shortcake.
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Thundering Spirit Pow-Wow
March 1 – March 3
Renningers Mount Dora Flea Market and Antique Center, 20651 US-441
Mount Dora, FL 32757 United States + Google Map
$7 – $10
Please join us for traditional Native American culture including drumming, dancing, crafts, and food. Bring the whole family and spend the day! Don’t forget to bring chairs and/or blankets to sit on. Come and enjoy this event.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 1
Neighborhood and Community Summit
March 2 @ 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando Orlando, United States + Google Map
$20
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will host his 14th annual Neighborhood and Community Summit on Saturday, March 2 at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando. This annual event brings together more than 300 residents and community leaders to connect, learn and grow through a day of networking and workshops focused on building strong, vibrant communities and organizations.
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5th Annual Orlando City Pub Crawl
March 1 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Lion’s Pride, 123 W. Church Street
Orlando, FL 32801 United States + Google Map
$30
5th Annual Orlando City Pub Crawl- Friday, March 1st As a Kickoff to Soccer, we want to get you prepped for City’s home opener the only way City fans know how to. Put on their finest purple attire, drink for free, and crawl around the City Beautiful as if it were Gameday. The 5th Annual Orlando City Pub Crawl will get you geared up for just that!
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Domestic Imports: Annual MFA Exhibition
March 1 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
UCF Art Gallery, 12400 Aquarius Agora Dr
Orlando, FL 32816 United States + Google Map
FREE
Domestic Imports Exhibition Dates: Feb. 28- March 22, 2019 Domestic Imports is a group exhibition showcasing the thesis work of Master of Fine Arts candidates in the UCF School of Visual Arts and Design. The exhibition includes Nicholas Kalemba, Theresa Lucey, Ericka Sobrack, Sean van Zyl, and Mauro Wieser.
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Orlando Home and Garden Show
March 1 @ 12:00 pm – March 3 @ 5:00 pm
Orange County Convention Center, 9800 International Dr
Orlando, FL 32819 United States + Google Map
$9
One place. One weekend. All your projects solved!
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An Intimate Evening With Sarah Mclachlan
March 1 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts+ Google Map
Canadian super star and animal champion.
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SATURDAY, MARCH 2
FORD Kissimmee Cuban Sandwich Festival (4th Annual)
March 2 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 201 Lakeview Drive
Kissimmee, FL 34741 United States + Google Map
FREE
The 4th Annual FORD Kissimmee & Orlando Cuban Sandwich Smackdown is set for Saturday, March 2nd, 2019 Kissimmee Lakefront Park Enjoy LIVE Music and dance performances PLUS the BEST Cuban Sandwiches in Kissimmee and Orlando, Florida! The Cuban Sandwich Festival is an exciting FREE festival and contest to find THE BEST Traditional and non-traditional Cuban Sandwiches in the world!
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Orlando City SC vs. New York City FC
March 2 @ 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Orlando City Stadium, 655 W Church St
Orlando, FL 32805 United States + Google Map
Various prices
We better see you all there …
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One Year Anniversary Party!
March 2 @ 8:00 pm – March 3 @ 2:00 am
The Nook on Robinson, 2432 E. Robinson St
Orlando, FL 32803 United States + Google Map
Various prices
We soft opened in March of last year & what a year it’s been! To celebrate this milestone so we are throwing a party & you’re invited Kaleigh Baker will be playing 2 sets for your enjoyment Hot Asian Buns will be out back serving some of the best foods The Van Cam will be out for you to capture some memories Drink specials all night Cupcakes will be served // free midnight toast Help us kick off year 2!
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SUNDAY, MARCH 3
Book to Big Screen: Sense & Sensibility
March 3 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Enzian Theater, 1300 S Orlando Ave
Maitland, FL 32751 United States + Google Map
Various prices
When Elinor Dashwood’s (Emma Thompson) father dies, her family’s finances are crippled. After the Dashwoods move to a cottage in Devonshire, Elinor’s sister Marianne (Kate Winslet) is torn between the handsome John Willoughby (Greg Wise) and the older Colonel Brandon (Alan Rickman). Meanwhile, Elinor’s romantic hopes with Edward Ferrars (Hugh Grant) are hindered due to his prior engagement. Both Elinor and Marianne strive for love while the circumstances in their lives constantly change.
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Meet the Winemaker: Manuel Moraga
March 3 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Eola General, 522 E. Amelia Street
Orlando, FL 32803 United States + Google Map
Various prices
Free to attend! Wine tasting!!! Hi neighbors! We aren’t even officially open yet and we’ve already got an awesome event for you! This Sunday, March 3rd (12-3pm), meet winemaker Manuel Moraga of Cacique Maravilla right here at your new general store! Manuel’s family has been farming this land for 450 years. WE WEREN’T EVEN A COUNTRY YET!!! Seriously. It was still French and Spanish colonies here and they were already making that raw nectar of the gods.
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41ST ANNUAL WINTER PARK ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
March 3 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Park Avenue Winter Park, FL 32789 United States + Google Map
FREE
The City of Winter Park’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee are proud to present the 41st Annual Winter Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade Sunday, March 3, at 2 p.m., in downtown Winter Park. Gather your family and friends and wear some green to enjoy the only St. Patrick’s Day Parade in central Florida.
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Mayhem on MILLS III
March 3 @ 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Will’s Pub, 1042 N Mills Ave
Orlando, FL 32803 United States + Google Map
$15
Mayhem on Mills is back! Total Punk Wrestling is taking over the Will’s parking lot for a third time. Prepare yourself for another day of booze, bands, and bodyslams. RAIN OR SHINE! Outside bar will feature Espolon tequila, as well as Goose Island Brewery beers and CUT-RATE Busch!
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