HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024 08 12 Consent 305 - Update the 2024 Events CalendarCONSENT AGENDA ITEM 305
CITY COMMISSION AGENDA | AUGUST 12, 2024 REGULAR MEETING
TITLE
Updated 2024 City of Winter Springs Community Events Calendar
SUMMARY
Attached is the updated 2024 Community Events Calendar. Updates include finalized
date for the Oviedo-Winter Springs Chamber of Commerce Music Festival, Ghoulishly
Good Times and Light Up Central Winds.
FUNDING SOURCE
All of the events and programs listed are funded through budgeted resources as well
as sponsorships.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends Commission approval for this update of the City of Winter Springs
2024 Community Events Calendar. Additionally, staff recommends authorizing the
Interim City Manager and City Attorney prepare and execute any and all documents
consistent with this agenda item.
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CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS
2024 CITY EVENTS & PROGRAMS
46th Central Florida Scottish Highland Games
Saturday, January 13 and 14, 8 am-5 pm
Central Winds Park
Join us for the 46th annual Central Florida Scottish
Highland Games. Enjoy Scottish food, heritage,
dancing, and athletics at Central Winds Park. For
more information visit www.flascot.com
25th Annual Father Daughter Dance
Saturday, February 10, 6 pm - 8 pm
Winter Springs Senior Center
Join us for our annual Father Daughter Dance! Set
out for a fun-filled night of dancing & music your
little girl will never forget. Enjoy a live DJ, a free photo
by a professional photographer, free refreshments,
& great prizes!
Movie In The Park
Friday, March 1, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Torcaso Park
Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a family
movie in the park.
Arbor Day Tree Giveaway
Online registration begins February 12, 2024 at 8am
and closes March 25, 2024 at 5 pm
Embrace Arbor Day by planting a tree! Winter
Springs Residents can register online to receive a
complimentary tree delivered to their home just in
time for the Arbor Day celebration. Limit one tree per
household.
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Egg-citing Egg Hunt
Friday, March 22, 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Central Winds Park
Join us for a parkwide spring egg hunt! Children
aged 2 to 12 are invited to bring their own baskets,
search for eggs, indulge in local food trucks, and
have a chance to win exciting prizes, including a
special surprise for finding the golden egg!
Fish Winter Springs (Week 1)
Saturday, May 4, 8 am - 10 am
Central Winds Park
Enjoy a morning of fishing fun with the family!
Bring your child to experience the leisure of fishing
and learn how to cast, bait the hook, and the safety
of the outdoors.
Fish Winter Springs (Week 2)
Saturday, May 11, 8 am - 10 am
Central Winds Park
Enjoy a morning of fishing fun with the family!
Bring your child to experience the leisure of fishing
and learn how to cast, bait the hook, and the safety
of the outdoors.
Food Truck Thursday (May)
Thursday, May 16, 5pm - 8pm
Trotwood Park
Join us at Trowtwood Park for an evening filled with
delicious food from local food trucks and vendors.
Bring a blanket or lawnchair for a picnic in the park.
Celebration of Freedom
Thursday, July 4, 5 pm - 9:30 pm
Central Winds Park
Get ready to light up the night this 4th of July
at Central Winds Park! Join us for the 26th
annual Celebration of Freedom, packed with live
entertainment, a free kid’s area, fantastic vendors,
and a breathtaking fireworks finale! Don’t forget to
wear your red, white, and blue.
Camp Sunshine (10 Weeks)
Tuesday, May 28 - Friday, August 2
Winter Springs Civic Center
Camp Sunshine is a day camp for elementary aged
children. Campers will engage in activities that
encourage teamwork, creativity, and leadership
skills.
WSPD Community Youth Outreach (4 Weeks)
June and July Dates TBD
Torcaso Park
The Winter Springs Police Department is hosting
the Community Youth Outreach program with
the aim of building stronger relationships through
positive experiences and interaction with local law
enforcement! Children can learn, laugh, and play
with WSPD’s Community Relations. Lunch and
water will be provided.
*Please be aware that event dates, times, and locations are tentative and may be subject to change
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18th Annual Hometown Harvest
Saturday, October 26, 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Central Winds Park
Celebrate autumn at our 18th annual fall festival
Hometown Harvest! From FREE hayrides to live
musical performances, this event hosts many fun
activities, including the Winter Springs Got Talent
competition!
WSPD National Night Out 2024
Saturday, October 26, 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Central Winds Park
Come celebrate National Night Out at Hometown
Harvest with WSPD! Celebrate the ability to walk
freely through the streets without the fear of being
victimized by crime. WSPD will have specialty
vehicles on display and officers to meet!
Central Winds Music Festival
Sunday, November 10, 4:00 pm- 8:-00 pm
Central Winds Park
The Central Winds Music Festival, produced by
the Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of
Commerce, is a family-friendly event celebrating
music, culture, and diversity. It features a variety of
musical genres, showcases local talent and national
acts, and includes food trucks, local vendors, and
activities for all ages.
Veterans Day Tribute
Monday, November 11, 6pm - 7pm
Veterans Memorial at Town Center
Join the City of Winter Springs as we honor our
nation’s heroes. This event offers a time to honor
our 2024 Hometown Hero and remember veterans
and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for
our freedom.
42nd Annual Winter Wonderland
Saturday, December 7, 4 pm - 8 pm
Winter Springs Town Center
Tis the season for joy and celebration! Stop by and
enjoy the festivities this holiday season at Winter
Wonderland! Experience an evening with one of
the longest-running traditions in our city, the 42nd
annual Holiday Parade featuring local talent and
businesses, and the annual Christmas tree Lighting!
Enjoy local entertainment and a visit from Santa
Claus!
Light Up Central Winds!
Drive-Thru December 15-20, from 7:00 pm-
9:30pm
Walk-Thru Saturday, December 21, from 5 pm -
8:30 pm
Central Winds Park
Visit Central Winds Park and view holiday light
tunnels for free presented by the City and local
businesses and organizations.
WSPD Santa’s City Run
December Dates TBD
Santa is coming to town! Each year Santa visits
Winter Springs for one week and is escorted each
night around the city by the Winter Springs Police
Department to spread candy and joy to the children
and families who come outside to wave to him. On
the big night, be sure to listen for police sirens!
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WSPD Ghoulishly Good Times
Friday, October 18, Movie begins at sunset
Torcaso Park
Winter Springs Police Department is providing
treats and popcorn for all, and there will be dinner
options from local food trucks. Bring a lawn chair or
blanket to enjoy a family movie in the park.
Food Truck Thursday (September)
Thursday, September 19, 5pm - 8pm
Trotwood Park
Join us at Trowtwood Park for an evening filled with
delicious food from local food trucks and vendors.
Bring a blanket or lawnchair for a picnic in the park.
9/11 Memorial Ceremony
Wednesday, September 11, 8:30 am – 9am
Winter Springs Police Department
Please join the City of Winter Springs Mayor,
Commission, and staff for the 23-year remembrance
of September 11 events.
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