Let’s take a trip.
Hi, friends! It’s Brenda, back in your inbox for all the Central Florida Happenings.
Or at least as much of a trip we can take without leaving the country. The photo at the top of this newsletter is one I took while I was in Scotland last year at Loch Ness (yes, the infamous monster was around).
And there’s a point to it being in the newsletter, do not fret (you’ll figure it out later on in this newsletter).
I love to travel, and I’m looking forward to what I have planned this year. Have anything in the works? Let me know!
We have lots to cover, so here’s what’s happening ⤵️
Who doesn’t love a good food festival? Especially when it’s pretty much all seafood in any form you can think of 🤤.
Dozens of food trucks and tents will be out in downtown Sanford.
In addition to the delicious food, there will be product demos and kid zones. A good time, am I right?
Click here for more.
Scotland is making its grand return to Central Florida ✨
So, does the main pic make a little more sense?
The Central Florida Scottish Highland Games is headed back to Winter Springs with traditional athletics, dance and more.
Want to see someone toss a tree weighing 100 to 180 pounds? Check out the Caber Toss. How about a traditional performance of pipes and drums? You’ll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the performances.
Other happenings:
❄️Orlando Fringe brings back winter mini-fest: From a show about a young man becoming a grandma in a witness protection program, to a one woman titanic parody, and another show honoring the works of Stephen Sodheim, Orlando Fringe is bringing back its winter festival with performances for all kinds of theatre lovers. Click here for the deets.
⛐ Drift in Hellcat ‘Muscle Cars’ for free: Who hasn’t wanted to experience the power of the Challenger SRT Hellcat and Charger SRT Hellcat on a drift course? Well, you can for free this weekend. Here’s how to get in on the action.
📅 Honor Martin Luther King Jr. with these Central Florida events: MLK Day is Monday and there are some events happening this weekend to honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Click here for a look.
🎵 Check out manatees, live music, vendors at Florida Manatee Festival: From guided kayak tours to live music and “Art in the Park,” there’s something to enjoy for everyone if you’re willing to make a bit of a trip. And of course, you can see the manatees! Click here to check it out.
🐉 Immerse yourself at the Brevard Renaissance Festival: The fair encompasses all types of entertainment, including “Saturday Knight Concerts,” a pub crawl, beer tasting and “Randal’s Grand Adventure.” Click here to learn more.
🎪 ‘Circus spirit’ without animals, ringmaster at new Ringling show: The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus closed its curtain in 2017 after animals were phased out of its performances. But the iconic circus is back in a new way, combining technology and new elements with the classic circus spirit. And it’s back in Orlando this weekend. Here’s what you need to know.
That’s all from me!
Hope everyone has a great weekend.
I’ll catch you all next week.
- Brenda