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Mount Dora Entertainment & Recreation
The Mount Dora community is just a short drive from Orlando and the busy city, but is a little paradise tucked away in central Florida. If is full of nature areas and bears a relaxed atmosphere that visitors and residents both enjoy and respect. When you visit Mount Dora, it’s like you are stepping into another age and place. If you’re tired of the constant activity levels of Orlando, get away to Mount Dora.
Although it’s a quieter place, there is still plenty to do there. Mount Dora recreation centers on nature and days gone by. Among the favorite things to do in Mount Dora is to take a ride on the passenger train on the Mount Dora Railway to Travares. Another activity for a relaxing afternoon is a tour through the historic Lakeside Inn.
If you like to dine out, there are plenty of restaurants in Mount Dora. The Lampu Japanese Steakhouse is always a favorite. If you want Italian, the Palm Tree Grill is a high quality choice. Here are a few other popular dining experiences:
- The Goblin Market--International
- Eduardo’s Station--Mexican
Other Entertainment at Mount Dora
Antiques are a big part of Mount Dora, and there are several shows throughout the year. The most popular one is the Renninger’s Antique Extravaganza, which features a large display three times a year. The extravaganza is 117 acres of beautiful land lined with displays of all kinds of antiques and interesting collector’s items.
There are a large selection of festivals throughout the year as well. From the highly respected and attended art festival to the Christmas pageants and bike fests, Mount Dora is a mecca for celebrations of all kinds. Following are a few of those festivals.
The Antique Boat Festival, held in March. The largest antique boat festival in existence.
Taste of Mount Dora, usually held in May, a selection of the best the area restaurants have to offer.
Fourth of July Celebration, and old-style celebration with picnics and fireworks.
Light Up Mount Dora, held in November. Help celebrate the annual holiday lighting ceremony.
Annual Bicycle Festival. held in October, with lots of fun events.
October Craft Fair. Juried craft show that brings 250,000 every year.
Annual Mount Dora Plant & Garden Fair. Held in November, this fair brings the best growers to the neighborhood with over 12,000 plants and lots of information.
Christmas Walk and Christmas Parade, held in early December.
Annual Arts Festival, held the first week of February. Nationally recognized fine arts show that draws more than 250 artists worldwide.
Mount Dora Music Festival. Held in February, the programs include classical, jazz, and band music.
Sail Boat Regatta, held in April, is the oldest of its kind in the state of Florida.
And don’t forget that in Mount Dora you can always just take a stroll. There are lots of nature trails, wilderness areas, and nature preserves in and around Mount Dora and Orlando for you to enjoy.
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