With the Mount Dora Event of the Year only a few days away, here is a list of just a few of the things you won't want to miss!

1. All the art you could ever possibly desire. 

 

This year's festival features over 298 unique artists exploring and expressing in 14 different mediums. Like the art museum of your dreams, you will not only be able to take in countless works of art, you will be able to fall in love and bring home that perfect piece of art. 

 

   2. Find the perfect gift.

 

Mount Dora is a treasure trove of unique merchants, you will be able to find that perfect gift for anyone on your list or just treat yourself.

 

   3. Satisfy your hunger.

 

 

Delight your senses at the art festival food court or any of the amazing restaurants around town.

 

  4. Make memories to last a lifetime.

 

Face painting, caricatures, and hair designs,  oh my!  The KidsZone is the perfect place for children to create art and make memories to last a lifetime. This year we are pleased to announce the return of the ribbon making. Children will get to create a ribbon which they will give to their favorite artist. The artist with the most ribbons at the end of the festival will receive an award. Be sure to stop by the KidsZone and see your child engage in art like never before.

 

  5. Be amazed. 

 

Live entertainment will be offered on stage during the festival delight your sense with live music.

 

  6. Check out the unique and iconic sites of Mount Dora. 

 

Mount Dora is home to many amazing sites. Be sure to stop by and check out the iconic lighthouse. While many believe it to be fake it is actually registered as an inland aid to navigation, the only one in Florida

 

  7.Take the perfect picture. 

 

 

Capture the memory with a unique picture to share with all your friends. Stop by the oversized Adirondack chair, located at Grantham Point Park.

 

  8. Get lost in the beauty of Mount Dora.

 

Take a stroll along the Palm Island Boardwalk and feel like you are a world away. 

 

  9. Meet the poster artist. 

One of the most amazing things about the Mount Dora Arts Festival is you get the chance interact with renowned artists from all around the country. Be sure to stop by and meet the wonderfully talented Katherine Mathisen at booth# D-052C (near the info booth) to see her collection and story behind the famous poster image this year.

 

We look forward to seeing you there!