SPECIAL EVENTS
March 6-7
Weeki Wachee Swampfest
Weeki Wachee
This year the Swamp Fest will be celebrating 17 years of good old-fashioned family fun. Located in Linda Pederson Park at Jenkins Creek, the festival features a wide variety of arts and crafts, entertainment and swamp costume contests.
The Florida Lottery sales booth will be on-site for players to purchase their favorite Florida Lottery games. In addition, the Florida Lottery has added a “Scratch Lounge”, which will feature the Lottery’s newest Scratch-Off game, $250,000 BASS PRO SHOPS® OUTDOOR ADVENTURE. Players can relax and play their favorite Florida Lottery games.
In addition, players who purchase a $250,000 BASS PRO SHOPS® OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Scratch-Off ticket at the Swamp Fest will be eligible to enter a drawing for a chance to win a campsite package that includes a tent for two, sleeping bags, camp chairs and a lantern. This promotion is exclusive to the Swamp Fest.
For more information please visit www.wwswampfest.com.
March 6-7
Floral City Strawberry Festival
Floral City
Each year for two fun-filled days, Floral City has a celebration of strawberries. Whether you like them by the berry, by the shortcake, by the flat or covered in chocolate, festival goers are sure to find something to satisfy their taste buds. This year’s event will again feature arts and crafts, games, and contests.
The Florida Lottery sales booth will be on-site for players to purchase their favorite Florida Lottery games.
For more information, visit www.citruscountychamber.com.
March 6-7
Las Olas Art Fair
Ft. Lauderdale
Celebrating 22 years, the Las Olas Art Fair is located along the charming Las Olas Boulevard and features a wide variety of unique creations from hundreds of award-winning artists. Thousands flock each year to see the newest names in the contemporary art scene and longtime favorites. A division of Howard Alan Events, American Craft Endeavors is proud to present over 40 fine craft shows annually throughout the beautiful state of Florida.
The Florida Lottery sales booth will be on-site for players to purchase their favorite Florida Lottery games.
For more information, visit artfestival.com
March 11-13
Gatornationals
Gainesville
Gatornationals is a National Hot Rod Association circuit event. It is nationally televised on ESPN and people attend from all areas of the country. The event consists of two days of qualifying and two days of racing. There is food, fun and lots and lots of racing.
The Florida Lottery sales booth will be on-site for players to purchase their favorite Florida Lottery games.
For more information, visit gainesvilleraceway.com
March 13
St. Patty’s Day Festival
Tallahassee
Celebrate the luck of the Irish with the 11th Annual Tallahassee Irish Festival at the Antique Car Museum. The festival begins at 11:00 a.m. and the parade is at 1:30 p.m. Festival goers can enjoy music, plenty of food, arts and crafts vendors and don’t forget to wear green!
The Florida Lottery ShowVan will be on-hand to provide entertainment.
For more information please visit
March 13-15
Artfest by the Sea
Jupiter
Stretching the oceanfront along A1A, the 22nd Annual ArtFest by the Sea is a springtime tradition for residents and snowbirds alike. Join crowds of art enthusiast of all ages turning out to visit their favorite artist and to see all the creative, unique and traditional art pieces.
The Florida Lottery sales booth will be on-site for players to purchase their favorite Florida Lottery games.
For more information, visit artfestival.com
March 14
Calle Ocho
Miami
As the culmination of Carnival Miami, Calle Ocho opens its 23 blocks to a day of activities for adults and children of all ages. Over one million people come from all over the world to attend the event and enjoy the hundreds of international food vendors that line the streets.
The Florida Lottery sales booth will be on-site for players to purchase their favorite Florida Lottery games.
For more information, visit www.carnavalmiami.com
March 19-21
Beulahfest
Pensacola
Come and enjoy the fun at this year’s Beulah Sausage Festival, held at the Escambia County Equestrian Center. With a variety of food vendors, arts and crafts and live music, the whole family is sure to have a great time.
The Florida Lottery sales booth will be on-site for players to purchase their favorite Florida Lottery games.
For more information, visit beulahfest.com
March 19-21
Chasco Fiesta
New Port Richey
Known as one of Florida’s longest running festivals, Chasco Fiesta offers family fun and entertainment. Taking place along the banks of the beautiful Pithlachascottee River in downtown New Port Richey, visitors can enjoy a traditional Native American arts and crafts, boat parade, and variety of food vendors including world record beef barbecue.
The Florida Lottery sales booth will be on-site for players to purchase their favorite Florida Lottery games.
For more information, visit www.chascofiesta.com
March 20-21
Marco Island Seafood Festival
Marco Island
Join the fun at the 2nd Annual Marco Island Seafood Festival! Visitors can enjoy an incredible mix of arts and crafts, fresh seafood and plenty of live music.
The Florida Lottery ShowVan will be on-hand to provide entertainment.
For more information, visit www.marcoislandseafoodfestival.com
March 27
Crestview BBQ Festival
Crestview
Taking place on Main Street in downtown Crestview, the BBQ festival features not only great BBQ but craft vendors galore and fun activities for the kids. Two stages will provide entertainment throughout the day, including some great Bluegrass bands. Don’t miss the chance to smell the sweet aroma of BBQ and a day of shopping.
The Florida Lottery sales booth will be on-site for players to purchase their favorite Florida Lottery games, along with the Lottery ShowVan which be on-hand to provide entertainment.
For more information, visit www.crestviewchamber.com
