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Andrew Lippa’s Darkly-Brilliant ‘Wild Party’ Premieres in Historic Downtown Sanford

Theater

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The buzz is in the air! Fresh off the success of an extended sold-out run of West Side Story, Theater West End presents Wild Party, with book, music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, March 29 - April 14 in Historic Downtown Sanford. The musical is directed by Artistic Director Derek Critzer, with music direction by Austin Paul McElwain, and choreography...

The Pop-Up (Pop-In) Restaurant Scene in Historic Downtown Sanford

Restaurants

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For a few years now, “pop-up” restaurants and shops have been all the craze. A new venue “pops-up” for a limited time and if they are successful, they may become permanent, such as Sanford’s own award-winning restaurant, The Tennessee Truffle. But Sanford has experienced a recent new craze which I call “pop-ins.” What is that? In the food and drink...

Sanford Art Walk March 2019

Art

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The Historic Downtown Sanford Art Walk is going green this Saturday! Bagpipes are in the air and a few crowd pleasing art installations are sure to make for March’s best night out on the town. Read below to learn more about this weekend’s artful festivities! The Historic Welcome Center – Start your night off right at the Sanford Welcome Center...

Sláinte! The Sullivan, a Slice of Ireland in Historic Downtown Sanford

Bars

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St. Paddy’s Day is upon us and we can only think of one place where it would be most appropriate to celebrate! Get in on the festivities now, The Sullivan will be the anchor to the best St. Patrick’s Day party in Central Florida in the coming years. They say a good friend is like a four leaf clover —...

2nd Annual St Paddy’s Day Truck Pull & Street Festival

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The 2nd Annual St Paddy’s Day Truck Pull & Street Festival takes place in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford on March 16, 2019, at 4:00pm. Attendees can enjoy live music, food trucks, vendors, craft beer, and other activities. For the children there will be face-painting, a balloon artist, and a kid’s zone sponsored by Ladies 327 Supper Club. Musical performances featuring...

8th Annual Pints n’ Paws Craft Beer Festival in Historic Downtown Sanford

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8th Annual Pints n' Paws Craft Beer Festival! Located in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford (in between West End Trading Co. and Celery City Craft), Pints n' Paws Craft Beer Fest Sanford, FL is a craft beer festival that you bring your dog to. Enjoy a multitude of beer, interact with other pet lovers, and most importantly help raise funds for...

Promoting Weekend Getaways in Historic Downtown Sanford

Experiences

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Historic Downtown Sanford is too good to keep a secret. Recently we hosted a team of Instagrammers and bloggers from Orlando and Tampa to show them what a weekend getaway in Historic Downtown Sanford may look like. Many stayed in the beautiful bed & breakfast The Higgins House. First Stop: The District This is the happiest happy hour I’ve ever...

The Old Jailhouse Restaurant on Palmetto Ave. Opens Today Tuesday, Feb. 12th, 2019 at 5pm

Restaurants

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The long awaited The Old Jailhouse restaurant opens today at 5pm and boy are you in store for something special! They're located at 113 Palmetto Ave. in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford - right across from Celery City Craft in the 'Famous L'! This will be the hottest restaurant in Central Florida so be sure to pay them a visit soon...

Valentine’s Day Specials 2019 in Historic Downtown Sanford

Experiences

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You choose. Those are two words I love to hear before a date. If you have the privilege of planning your Valentine’s Day itinerary, look no further than Historic Downtown Sanford. While its restaurants and bars are a treat on any night, we’ve got you covered on what’s happening on February 14th. Not a fan of walking? Hit up the...

Love Your Shorts Film Festival 2019 Showcases The Best of Short Indie Films

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The Love Your Shorts Film Festival is an annual showcase in Sanford, Florida, of short films from around Florida, the United States and the world. The February festival, founded in 2010 to embrace and appreciate the art of the short film, was first shown at the Greater Sanford Regional Chamber of Commerce. Since then it has been presented at the 1923 Wayne...