Discover Exciting Florida Events and Festivals in February

Looking for exciting Florida events and festivals during your snowbird getaway or winter vacation in February? We've got you covered with some fantastic options throughout the Sunshine State! Read on to find February fun that draws visitors from near and far every year. Be sure to check websites for upcoming event dates and details.

Northern Florida

Seawalk Music Festival

Location: Jacksonville Beach
This family-friendly music festival celebrates the rich and diverse local resources of Jacksonville Beach at the Seawalk Pavilion. The Seawalk Music Festival features local artists, food vendors, and some of the best up-and-coming talent in a free two-day event.

Central Florida

Florida State Fair

Location: Tampa
Kick off fair season with the Florida State Fair, a tradition dating back to 1904. Experience thrilling rides, games, free entertainment, and an array of agricultural and competitive exhibits. Don't miss the chance to try unique culinary delights, including the pizza cone, redneck burger, bacon ice cream, and Pop Rocks pickles!

Bay Area Renaissance Festival

Location: Dade City
Travel back in time at the Bay Area Renaissance Festival! This enchanting festival features live armored jousting, musical minstrels, court jesters, and more, set in a charming sixteenth-century village. With seven themed weekends, there's plenty of entertainment to enjoy.

Pasco County Fair

Location: Dade City
Experience all the traditional staples of a county fair at the Pasco County Fair. Enjoy exciting amusement rides, games, livestock shows, and indulge in delicious deep-fried treats. This family-friendly event also includes the annual Pasco County Championship Rodeo and various live entertainment acts.

MLB Spring Training: Florida's Grapefruit League

Location: Central and South Florida
Get a unique glimpse of America's favorite pastime during MLB spring training, a tradition in Florida since the early 1900s. Big league baseball teams participate in the Grapefruit League, spread throughout Central and Southern Florida.

Teams & Locations:

• Blue Jays (Dunedin)
• Phillies (Clearwater)
• Yankees (Tampa)
• Tigers (Lakeland)
• Pirates (Bradenton)
• Orioles (Sarasota)
• Rays (Port Charlotte)
• Red Sox/Twins (Ft. Myers)
• Cardinals/Marlins (Jupiter)
• Nationals/Astros (West Palm Beach)

DAYTONA 500

Location: Daytona
Experience the ride of a lifetime at the DAYTONA 500, one of the most prestigious NASCAR races of the year. This annual event defines legends against the backdrop of the world's only motorsport stadium.

Southern Florida

Everglades Seafood Festival

Location: Everglades City
Attention seafood lovers! Get ready for the Everglades Seafood Festival, a free event featuring fresh seafood, country music, carnival rides, and craft booths. Experience the charm of Old Florida in Everglades City, known as the "stone crab capital" of Florida.

Edison Festival of Light

Location: Ft. Myers/Naples
Celebrate Thomas Edison's contributions to mankind at the Edison Festival of Light. Enjoy festivities such as the Edison Garden Festival, Crafts on the River, and the Classic Car Show. Don't miss the Grand Parade, the largest nighttime parade in the Southeast, showcasing illuminated floats, local marching bands, and more!

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