Winter Park
About Winter Park
Winter Park Florida, located in the Orlando/Kissimmee area, boasts many famous residents, such as comedian Carrot Top, actress Summer Phoenix, and country musician James Bonamy. Many other notable figures reside in Winter Park Florida as well. Winter Park Florida offers a variety of tourist attractions and resort getaways. Relax while taking a leisurely stroll through one of the many scenic areas in Winter Park, or enjoy one of the many festivals offered throughout the year. The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival is one of the nation's oldest and most highly esteemed art festivals. Designated the number one produce and plant market in the entire Central Florida area, The Winter Park Farmer's Market occurs each Saturday morning at the old train depot. A number of water sports, as well as fishing and boating, are offered at Winter Park Florida's "Chain of Lakes." Visit The Winter Park Sinkhole, a gigantic sinkhole that engulfed a car dealership, a two-story home, and a public pool in 1981! A number of museums and historic homes are open for viewing in the Winter Park Florida area, where you can learn about the amazing history of this resort destination. See the largest Tiffany glass collection on display in The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art. Find quaint shops and diners Winter Park Village, Hannibal Square, Park Avenue, and Designer's Row. For a fun-filled, relaxing vacation, mark Winter Park Florida as your next destination for relaxation!
Events in Winter Park
Thanksgiving Day Feast At The Alfond Inn
at The Alfond Inn at Rollins College
Celebrate with our Family! Join us at our table and enjoy Chef David Ellin's Inspired Thanksgiving Feast
Golden & Grateful
at Chapel & Cellar
Chloe's 28th Golden Birthday and Thanksgiving Celebration
LECTURE: Exploring the Origins of a Puerto Rican School of Painting
at Rollins Museum of Art
(in person & virtual) This lecture will showcase examples from the museum's collection, including paintings from Nostalgia for My Island, to illustrate the Museo de Arte de Ponce's significant role in the history of Puerto Rican Art.
25th Anniversary of Central Florida's Kwanzaa Celebrations
at Winter Park Community Center
Honoring Our Legacy, Inspiring the Future
23rd Unity Heritage Festival In Hannibal Square & Open House
at Shady Park across from the Hannibal Square Heritage Center
This annual City of Winter Park festival celebrates the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and promotes community and family heritage. The two-day festival takes place in Shady Park across from the Hannibal Square Heritage Center in Winter Park.
Converging Realities: PJ Svedja and Joshua Owoicho
at Crealdé School of Art
The combination of the realist works by Nigerian painter Joshua Owoicho and American painter P.J. Svedja offers distinct cultural influences while appreciating the similarities between the artists’ two worlds.
Converging Realities: PJ Svedja and Joshua Owoicho
at Hannibal Square Heritage Center
The combination of the realist works by Nigerian painter Joshua Owoicho and American painter P.J. Svedja offers distinct cultural influences while appreciating the similarities between the artists’ two worlds.
Emerge: New Works By Painting & Drawing Fellowship and Studio Artists
at Crealdé School of Art
Emerging artists from Crealdé’s Painting & Drawing program share their talent in work produced during their fellowship. These artists also show the value of the instruction by the teachers who mentor them.
44th Annual Juried Student Exhibition
at Crealdé School of Art
Featuring some of the year’s best student work in painting, drawing, digital and film photography, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, and fiber arts.
10th Annual Juneteenth Celebration In Hannibal Square: Knowing, Remembering And
at Ward Chapel AME Church
The event commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. The celebration and observance will feature distinguished guest speakers along with community conversations on diversity, equity, and inclusion.