Hi, friends! It’s Brenda, back in your inbox for all the Central Florida Happenings.
Yes, I did go to Austin, Texas, this past weekend and yes, I said yee-haw quite a few times (I’m only human!).
I got to do some line dancing, eat some yummy food and take in the sights. Overall, a great time.
And more great times await this weekend with everything that’s going on in Central Florida. Let’s get into what’s happening ⤵️
Twelve bands are set to takeover Independence Square in downtown Maitland this weekend, bringing jazz and blues to the city for two days 🎷.
The annual free Maitland Jazz and Blues Festival “brings together some of the best local and touring artists for a big music celebration blending traditional and modern sounds,” according to event organizers.
Some of the featured artists are Ebony Carlson with Michael Andrew, Steeln’ Peaches and Chris Cain.
General admission for the event is free, but VIP packages are available.
For a look at the other artists, schedule and ticketing, click here.
Ales, lagers, IPAs, stouts -- you name it and you’ll find it this weekend at a couple festivals in Central Florida 🍺.
And these festivals are happening before National Beer Day, which is Monday!
So what better way to celebrate than checking out some craft beer fests going in Orlando and DeLand. Click here to learn more.
If you just want to check out a brewery near you, click here to see a list.
407 Day is on Monday, which is your chance to stay local and celebrate all things Orlando 🦢.
Whether that means buying something local or staying and playing, you can’t go wrong showing your pride in our beloved area code.
We put together ideas for you to celebrate the occasion with some eats, activities and places to check out. Click here to see it.
Other happenings:
🌯 NATIONAL BURRITO DAY FREEBIES, DEALS‼️: Need dinner plans tonight? Today, April 3, is National Burrito Day and there are some freebies and deals going on that you can snag. Here’s a full list.
🚜 Eustis blueberry festival rolls in: Looking for a berry good time? Amber Brooke Farms in Eustis will celebrate springtime with its annual blueberry festival. The celebration starts this weekend. Click here to learn more.
⛲ Orlando Spring Fiesta in the Park: Spring Fiesta in the Park is back this weekend at Lake Eola, where you can find hundreds of artists and craft booths. And the fun is free! Click here to learn more.
🌱 Spring festival and plant sale in Palm Coast: Food trucks, plants, music and more will pop up at Flagler Palm Coast High School on Saturday to help benefit a scholarship program. Click here to learn more.
🎨 Discover floral interpretations at ‘Art in Bloom:’ Art is about to be in full bloom at the Orlando Museum of Art, showcasing breathtaking floral interpretations of museum artwork alongside exclusive events. Click here to learn more.
That’s all from me!
Hope everyone has a great weekend, and I will catch up with you next time.
- Brenda
