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4/4/2008 - 11/7/2008 "FRIDAY FEST" Panama City, Florida 850-785-2554 The Downtown Improvement Board announces the Historic Districts newest signature event the 4th Annual “Friday Fest” series. This event will be held on the first Friday of each month March through November, from 6 until 10pm. “Friday Fest” features car club displays, live entertainment, extended store hours, food and craft vendors, adult beverages, children’s area and much, much, more! The excitement starts with FOUR local bands to get you in the “Thank Goodness it’s Friday” kind of mood. Continuous music and festivities will continue throughout the evening. “Friday Fest” will be held in the 200-300-400-500 blocks of Harrison Avenue and 4th and 5th Street from Grace Avenue to Luverne Avenue. “Friday Fest” promises fun for all age! Come be a part of the excitement!
5/24/2008 - 10/11/2008 Saturdays on the Suwannee Live Oak, Fla 386-364-1683 Camping, fun, entertainment at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park - spend 21 stress-free weekends on the Suwannee River for $99! Canoe, bike, horseback ride, hike, shop, relax, enjoy our SOS Cafe and top notch entertainment. Ya'll come visit us!
5/25/2008 - 10/26/2008 The Palm Beach Post Sunday at the Meyer West Palm Beach, FL 561-822-1515 The Palm Beach Post Sunday at the Meyer concert series features national recording artists, children's entertainment and treats from the Mayor. Located along the picturesque Flagler Drive waterfront, it’s the perfect way to unwind the weekend.
7/6/2008 - 12/7/2008 Suntrust Sunday Jazz Brunch Fort Lauderdale, FL 954-828-5363 SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch This is an ideal way to relax and enjoy Ft Lauderdale’s scenic Riverwalk. Listen to the soulful sounds of outstanding local jazz artists on four stages from 11am-2pm on the first Sun. of each month.
9/12/2008 - 10/17/2008 Seminole's 12th Annual Music in the Park Seminole, Florida 727-391-8345 City of Seminole's 12 annual 6 week concert series. Friday nights, concerts begin at 7pm in our scenic Seminole City Park (7464 Ridge Rd. Seminole 33772) Each week highlights a different genre of music performed by local artists. seeking sponsors.
9/20/2008 - 9/21/2008 Rivertown Craft Show DeLand, FL 386-738-0649 Come to beautiful downtown DeLand, FL for the annual Rivertown Craft Show. See many unique crafters demonstrating and selling their wares. There will be food, music and great specialty shops. Hours are 10-5 both days.
9/20/2008 - 9/20/2008 Ronnie McDowell Live Oak, Florida 386-364-1683 Famed Elvis impersonator and singer Ronnie McDowell will perform at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. Bring the family, spend the weekend. Admission $20 per person. Food and beverages available w/campground,many amenities.
9/26/2008 - 9/27/2008 Pickin' in the Pines Bluegrass Festival Perry, Florida 850-584-5366 The Annual Pickin' in the Pines Event is filled with 2 days of toe tapping good bluegrass music, free workshops for ticket holders, arts & crafts and food vendors. Featuring Valerie Smith & Liberty Pike & much more! Tickets are only $10.00!
10/2/2008 - 10/2/2008 French Flair St. Petersburg, Florida 727.892.3337 Alastair Willis, conductor Danielle Belen Nesmith, violin DEBUSSY: Claire de Lune SAINT-SAENS: Bacchanale from Samson and Delilah VIEUXTEMPS: Concerto No. 5 for Violin Thurs, Oct 2, 11:00 am, Mahaffey Theater at the Progress Energy Center
10/2/2008 - 10/4/2008 Fall Suwannee River Jubilee Live Oak, Fla 386-364-1683 Gospel music on the Suwannee River with the Dove Brothers, Dixie Melody Boys, Blackwood Brothers & Dixie Echoes at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. Advance tickets/event reservations -Contact jubilee@dixieechoes.com or spirit@musicliveshere.com
10/3/2008 - 10/3/2008 Piano Pops Tampa, Florida 727.892.3337 Rich Ridenour, pianist/conductor Piano tunes fly off the fingers of Rich Ridenour with the ease of a magician pulling scarves from a hat. Fri, Oct 3, 8 pm, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center
10/4/2008 - 10/4/2008 Piano Pops St. Petersburg, Florida 727.892.3337 Rich Ridenour, pianist/conductor Piano tunes fly off the fingers of Rich Ridenour with the ease of a magician pulling scarves from a hat. Sat, Oct 4, 8 pm, Mahaffey Theater at the Progress Energy Center
10/4/2008 - 10/4/2008 Great Bowls of Fire Chili CookOff DeLand, FL 386-738-0649 Come experience the 7th Annual Great Balls of Fire Chili Cookoff in historic downtown DeLand, FL. You can enter the event with your Casi chili or enter the Open event or you can just come, enjoy the fun and vote for your favorite! Hours are 11-4. YUMMY!
10/4/2008 - 10/4/2008 The Great! Scare Crow Build-Off Leesburg, FL 352-267-7557 The fun begins at 9am until 1pm on Towne Square in Historic Downtown Leesburg. $20 entry fee includes materials. Everyone is invited to compete for the Scariest, Most Creative or Cutest Trophies. Scare Crows will be on Display down Main St Thru Nov 1st.
10/5/2008 - 10/5/2008 Piano Pops Clearwater, Florida 727.892.3337 Rich Ridenour, pianist/conductor Piano tunes fly off the fingers of Rich Ridenour with the ease of a magician pulling scarves from a hat. Sun, Oct 5, 7:30 pm, Ruth Eckerd Hall
10/9/2008 - 11/1/2008 Fright Nights West Palm Beach, Florida 561-793-0333 Whether you want to scare or be scared, we have a place for you. Indoor Terror (4 haunted houses) and acres of Haunted Rides, Midway, Entertainment, Vendors, Food and Beverages. Featuring the world famous Brothers Grim Sideshow
10/11/2008 - 10/11/2008 Kentucky Headhunters Live Oak, Florida 386-364-1683 The Famed Kentucky Headhunters in person at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park! Don't miss this one! Tickets will go early. Spend the weekend with us, enjoy Stephen Combs Friday night free, Saturday admission $20. Dinner & beverages available,book now.
10/11/2008 - 10/12/2008 Howard Alan Craft Festival Delray Beach, Florida (954) 472-3755 The annual Delray Craft Festival is a favorite Palm Beach event. At this show, you can find beautiful one-of-a-kind craftwork displayed by their originators at price ranges to suit every budget. Pineapple Grove Arts District.
10/17/2008 - 10/19/2008 Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival Niceville, Florida 904-729-4545 One of the largest food and entertainment festivals in the south. We feature top name entertainment and any type of food that you desire. We also feature all types of entertainment for the kids. For a very great weekend visit the Mullet Festival.
10/18/2008 - 10/18/2008 Elvis Dinner Theatre Live Oak, Florida 386-364-1683 Elvis Dinner Theatre with Elvis impersonator Ted McMullen, great show & dinner, very professional,sells out early. Lades and Elvis fans,plan to spend the weekend & enjoy Friday night music show also. Enjoy North Fl at its best time of the year. Call now.
10/23/2008 - 10/23/2008 Art & Jazz on the Avenue Delray Beach, Florida (561) 279-1380 x17 For six fun-filled evenings a year, the streets of Downtown Delray Beach come alive with the sounds of music and the sights of art on the avenue on selected Thursday nights. Events feature live entertainment, art exhibits, open house specials and more!
10/23/2008 - 10/26/2008 Magnolia Fest Live Oak, Fla 386-364-1683 Magnolia Fest, Americana roots music featuring Bill Kreutzmann Trio, Oteil Burbridge & Scott Murawski, Sam Bush Band, Avett Bros., Donna the Buffalo, The Duhks, Peter Rowan, Joe Craven, Lee Boys, Blueground Undergrass, & more.Go to musicliveshere.com.
10/24/2008 - 10/24/2008 Opening Night: Beethoven Symphony No. 7 Tampa, Florida 727.892.3337 Stefan Sanderling, conductor Jeffrey Multer, violin BACH: Cantata No. 60 BERG: Concerto for Violin BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 7 Fri, Oct 24, 8 pm, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center
10/25/2008 - 10/25/2008 Opening Night: Beethoven Symphony No. 7 St. Petersburg, Florida 727.892.3337 Stefan Sanderling, conductor Jeffrey Multer, violin BACH: Cantata No. 60 BERG: Concerto for Violin BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 7 Sat, Oct 25, 8 pm, Mahaffey Theater at the Progress Energy Center
10/25/2008 - 10/31/2008 Spookyville-A kid's safe halloween in Yesteryear Village West Palm Beach, Florida 561-793-0333 Yesteryear Village hosts its annual "Halloween" event Oct. 25, 26 & Oct.31. Bounce houses, games, contests and lots of other fun activities for the little ones. Live children entertainment, food & drinks. Trick or Treat only on Friday, Oct. 31. Gate $2
10/25/2008 - 10/25/2008 Florida Forest Festival Perry, Florida 850-584-8733 Celebrating Forestry with lumberjack shows & competitions, exhibits, arts & crafts and the World's Largest Free Fish Fry! Featuring live entertainment, antique care show, heritage village - NO ADMISSION!
10/25/2008 - 10/25/2008 13th Annual Leesburg Main Street Carnival Leesburg, FL 352-365-0053 Held in Historic Downtown Leesburg , 2 to 7pm, Kids Carnival, Games Rides, Live Entertainment, Costume Contests and more. Presented by the Leesburg Partnership.
10/26/2008 - 10/26/2008 Opening Night: Beethoven Symphony No. 7 Clearwater, Florida 727.892.3337 Stefan Sanderling, conductor Jeffrey Multer, violin BACH: Cantata No. 60 BERG: Concerto for Violin BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 7 Sun, Oct 26, 7:30 pm, Ruth Eckerd Hall
10/30/2008 - 10/30/2008 Beast Feast Leesburg, FL 352-365-0232 From 5:30 to 8:30pm on the grounds of the Historic Mote Morris House. A ticketed event, featuring a great variety of exotic and unusual meats along with all the sides and beverages. Live entertainment and more!
10/30/2008 - 10/30/2008 Latin Fire St. Petersburg, Florida 727.892.3337 Alastair Willis, conductor BIZET: Carmen Suite FALLA: Three-Cornered Hat PIAZZOLLA: Tangazo Thurs, Oct 30, 11:00 am, Mahaffey Theater at the Progress Energy Center
10/31/2008 - 10/31/2008 Musical Spooktacular Tampa, Florida 727.892.3337 Jeff Tyzik, conductor It’s sure to be a night of fun, fantasy and fright as Jeff Tyzik fires up the orchestra with pop favorites, film music and more that capture the spirit of Halloween. Fri, Oct 31, 8 pm, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center
11/1/2008 - 11/1/2008 Musical Spooktacular St. Petersburg, Florida 727.892.3337 Jeff Tyzik, conductor It’s sure to be a night of fun, fantasy and fright as Jeff Tyzik fires up the orchestra with pop favorites, film music and more that capture the spirit of Halloween. Sat, Nov 1, 8 pm, Mahaffey Theater at the Progress Energy Center
11/1/2008 - 11/1/2008 Colgate Country Showdown Live Oak, Fla 386-364-1683 The Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, Live Oak, is hosting the Colgate Country Showdown State Finals 11/1/2008. One winner will on to regionals in their quest for $100,000 & best new country artist title!Musicliveshere.com or 386-364-1683 for info.
11/2/2008 - 11/2/2008 Musical Spooktacular Clearwater, Florida 727.892.3337 Jeff Tyzik, conductor It’s sure to be a night of fun, fantasy and fright as Jeff Tyzik fires up the orchestra with pop favorites, film music and more that capture the spirit of Halloween. Sun, Nov 2, 7:30 pm, Ruth Eckerd Hall
11/7/2008 - 11/7/2008 Holst: The Planets St. Petersburg, Florida 727.892.3337 Stefan Sanderling, conductor DEBUSSY: Prelude to Afternoon of a Faun DEBUSSY: Nocturnes HOLST: The Planets Fri, Nov 7, 8 pm, Mahaffey Theater at the Progress Energy Center
11/8/2008 - 11/8/2008 Holst: The Planets St. Petersburg, Florida 727.892.3337 Stefan Sanderling, conductor DEBUSSY: Prelude to Afternoon of a Faun DEBUSSY: Nocturnes HOLST: The Planets Sat, Nov 8, 8 pm, Mahaffey Theater at the Progress Energy Center
11/8/2008 - 11/15/2008 paddle florida White Springs to Branford, Florida 352.377.8342 Get Down on the Suwannee River... ... and Go with the Flow! Thanks to everyone who paddled and assisted in the inaugural Paddle Florida, the event was a great sucess. Over 150 people participated as we covered 123 miles on the Suwannee River during March 20-27, 2008. For our follow up event this November, we plan to start farther upriver at Stephen Foster State Park in White Springs and finish in Branford. As many as 200 paddlers will be going with the flow, averaging 13 miles per day and camping on the banks of Florida ’s beautiful Suwannee River. Details will be forthcoming in the very near future. Please stay tuned. We'll update the route with details as they become available. Paddle Florida is held in cooperation with the Florida Park Service and the Suwannee River Water Management District. These two organizations, through partnerships with both the public and private sectors, have created the 171-mile Suwannee River Wilderness Trail. The Trail is a series of cabins, river camps and private "hubs" that, taken together, make the Suwannee River accessible to paddlers, hikers, bikers, equestrian enthusiasts and other user groups. Paddle Florida will be using some of the facilities that have been recently completed. Join us! Experience a week of camaraderie and the thrill of paddling a Florida gem. Paddle Florida . . . and go with the flow.
11/8/2008 - 11/9/2008 Downtown Festival & Art Show Gainesville, Florida 352-393-8536 The streets of downtown Gainesville will be transformed into a celebration of art and creativity on Nov. 8-9, 250 of the nation’s finest artists will display unique paintings, ceramics, jewelry and photography. Enjoy three stages of live entertainment.
11/9/2008 - 11/11/2008 Coconut Festival Cape Coral, Florida (239)573-3125 FESTIVAL ENTRY - $3.00 CHILDREN UNDER 6 YEARS OLD FREE FRIDAY - 5PM to 12 Midnight Saturday - 10am to 12 Midnight Sunday - 10am to 9pm 20+ Captivating Carnival Rides! • Live Music with National Performing Artists! Wet & Wild Waterski Shows! • Creative Coconut Contests and Crafts for the Kids! Fabulous Fireworks Display! • Festive Food, Games and More for All Ages! Please check back for more complete event information or contact: Cape Coral Special Events Division 239-573-3125 • tking@capecoral.net Limited sponsorship opportunities still available—please call for details
11/9/2008 - 11/9/2008 Conga Caliente Tampa, Florida 813.353.8151 A family-oriented 5 year tradition, Conga Caliente celebrates Hispanic Arts & Culture. Free admission!Highlights include Domino Tournament & Cigar area, Food village,Youth area,Visual Arts,Health village,Beer Garden and Main stage w/ National Acts!
11/9/2008 - 11/9/2008 Holst: The Planets Clearwater, Florida 727.892.3337 Stefan Sanderling, conductor DEBUSSY: Prelude to Afternoon of a Faun DEBUSSY: Nocturnes HOLST: The Planets Sun, Nov 9, 7:30 pm, Ruth Eckerd Hall
11/13/2008 - 11/13/2008 Beast Feast Leesburg, Florida 352-365-0232 The 4th Annual BBQ fundraiser for the Leesburg Center for the Arts will be held Thursday, November 13, 5:30pm - 8:30pm under the oaks of the historic Mote Morris House is downtown Leesburg.
11/14/2008 - 11/14/2008 6th Annual Handbag Happy Hour Bonita Springs, FL 239-337-2391 ICAN's Handbag Happy Hour live & silent auction fundraiser features premier designer, celebrity, artist inspired, one-of-a-kind, & “previously loved” handbags for women, men & even your pampered pets! Benefiting HIV/AIDS infected & affected individuals.
11/14/2008 - 11/16/2008 Bear Creek Music Festival Live Oak, Florida 386-364-1683 Bear Creek Music Festival featuring Yonder Mountain String Band, The Everyone Orchestra (featuring Jon Fishman,Dubconscious, Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk & more. $125 til Sept. 16 then $145 &includes music, primitive camping, all fees, etc.Gate price $145.
11/21/2008 - 11/21/2008 Appalachian Spring Tampa, Florida 727.892.3337 Edwin Outwater, conductor William Wolfram, piano BARBER: Essay No. 2 CORIGLIANO: Concerto for Piano COPLAND: Appalachian Spring Fri, Nov 21, 8 pm, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center
11/21/2008 - 11/23/2008 Suwannee Spirit Kids Music Camp Live Oak, Florida 386-364-1683 Suwannee Spirit Kids Music Camp, ages 5-17, teaches kids to play fiddle, guitar, mandolin, banjo and sing, parents must be in park during classes, three days of fun, instruments provided if needed, arts & crafts, Sat. evening cookout, Sunday concert.
11/21/2008 - 11/23/2008 Fall Orchid and Craft Show Delray Beach, Florida 561-404-2000 Fall Orchid and Craft Show will feature 20 orchid vendors and 20 craft and garden accessory vendors. Enjoy a a children's area, live music and food. Tour the garden and orchid greenhouse. Time 10 am - 5 pm. Admission: $10, kids under 12 free. www.aos.org
11/22/2008 - 11/23/2008 Tomato/Founder's Day Festival Palmetto, Florida 941-721-2138 Celebrate Palmetto's rich agricultural history at this two-day festival full of fun, food and entertainment. Bands, a farmer's market, plant show and sale, tomato cook-off, tomato fights, tractor/car/truck show, carnival rides & historical displays.
11/22/2008 - 11/22/2008 Appalachian Spring St. Petersburg, Florida 727.892.3337 Edwin Outwater, conductor William Wolfram, piano BARBER: Essay No. 2 CORIGLIANO: Concerto for Piano COPLAND: Appalachian Spring Sat, Nov 22, 8 pm, Mahaffey Theater at the Progress Energy Center
11/23/2008 - 11/23/2008 Appalachian Spring Clearwater, Florida 727.892.3337 Edwin Outwater, conductor William Wolfram, piano BARBER: Essay No. 2 CORIGLIANO: Concerto for Piano COPLAND: Appalachian Spring Sun, Nov 23, 7:30 pm, Ruth Eckerd Hall
11/28/2008 - 11/28/2008 Leesburg Main Street Christmas Stroll Leesburg, FL 352-365-0053 From 6 to 9:00pm in Historic Downtown. Fun for the whole family, stores open for holiday shopping, Hay Rides, Snow Mountain Slide, Uncle Donald's Farm petting zoo, Dickens Carolers, Strolling Jazz Band, Live performnces by civic groups, Festive Foods.
11/28/2008 - 11/28/2008 Time for Three: Fiddles on Fire Tampa, Florida 727.892.3337 Richard Kaufman, conductor Zach DePue, violin Nick Kendall, violin Ranaan Meyer, double bass This virtuoso trio takes flight with sizzling selections that just about set their fiddles on fire. Fri, Nov 28, 8 pm, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center
11/29/2008 - 11/29/2008 Time for Three: Fiddles on Fire St. Petersburg, Florida 727.892.3337 Richard Kaufman, conductor Zach DePue, violin Nick Kendall, violin Ranaan Meyer, double bass This virtuoso trio takes flight with sizzling selections that just about set their fiddles on fire. Sat, Nov 29, 8 pm, Mahaffey Theater
11/29/2008 - 11/30/2008 Howard Alan Art Festival Delray Beach, Florida (954) 472-3755 Over 200 artists from across the nation will gather in Pineapple Grove Arts District to exhibit their unique creations. Fine art on display will include pottery, paintings, jewelry, hand-blown glass, metal sculptures, photography and more.
11/30/2008 - 11/30/2008 Time for Three: Fiddles on Fire Clearwater, Florida 727.892.3337 Richard Kaufman, conductor Zach DePue, violin Nick Kendall, violin Ranaan Meyer, double bass This virtuoso trio takes flight with sizzling selections that just about set their fiddles on fire. Sun, Nov 30 7:30 pm, Ruth Eckerd Hall
12/4/2008 - 12/4/2008 Famous 100-Foot Tree Lighting Ceremony Delray Beach, Florida (561) 279-1380 x17 Delray Beach’s Famous 100-Foot Christmas Tree kicks off its 15th anniversary! The Tree will be featured from Thanksgiving through the New Year. Other holiday activities at the Tree include the holiday carousel, outdoor skating and visits with Santa.
12/4/2008 - 12/4/2008 Art & Jazz on the Avenue Delray Beach, Florida (561) 279-1380 x17 For six fun-filled evenings a year, the streets of Downtown Delray Beach come alive with the sounds of music and the sights of art on the avenue on selected Thursday nights. Events feature live entertainment, art exhibits, open house specials and more!
12/6/2008 - 12/6/2008 Breakfast with Santa Fort Myers, FL 239-333-1933 A time honored tradition comes back to life when Santa makes his first appearance at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center for breakfast. The jolly one himself and holiday music will kick off the holiday season in style. Children free Adults $15 8am to 11am Call for more info
12/6/2008 - 12/6/2008 The Leesburg Main Street Christmas Parade Leesburg, FL 352-365-0053 Held at 6pm in Historic Downtown Leesburg. The Holiday Parade features marching bands, twirler and dance group0s and lighted floats. Parade Route is on Main Street and travels east from 11th St to Canal Street. Presented by the Leesburg Patnership.