In time to celebrate National Historic Preservation Month, the Sanford City Commission added the Sanford Civic Center to the City’s list of local historic landmarks on April 25, 2022. Historically and architecturally significant, the Civic Center is one of the 50 flagship structures featured in Florida’s Mid-Century Modern Architecture (1945-1975) by the University Of Florida School Of Architecture. This shortlist...
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Sanford’s biggest party of the year is back and better than ever A storm is brewing. The 15th annual Hurricane Party Music Festival is back to start your summer off on a high note Saturday, May 28 at 12 p.m. in Historic Downtown Sanford. Rain or shine, hosted by West End Trading Co., the music festival will feature over 40 bands...
Sanford Art & Jazz Night is a multi-venue celebration of visual and auditory arts that occurs on the 3rd Thursday of each month. On May 19th, the venues hosting live music and exhibiting artists will be Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Cafe, Tuffy’s Music Box & Lounge, Sanford Brewing Company, Deviant Wolfe Brewing and Magpies Modern General Store. Hollerbach’s presentation of art...
Located across the Historic Ritz Theater sits a 100+-year-old warehouse that has been converted into Sanford’s newest brewery: Dees Brothers Brewery. Once upon a time, the 6,400 square feet space was home to a Buick dealer and a paint store, miraculously surviving a raging fire fifty years ago. Opening in August 2021, Dees Brothers (also known as Dees Bros) serves...
Historic Downtown Sanford’s *hottest* new business is no doubt the Spice is Nice International Heat Market located at 106 S. Palmetto Ave.! Former Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens CEO Dino Ferri opened his doors to this blazing retail venue recently, specializing in spicy foods and groceries from around the world. Unique products from the four corners of the globe,...
The Sanford Vegan’s Guide to Local Plant-Based Eating Whether you are vegan, vegetarian, or veg-curious, Historic Downtown Sanford, FL is a must-see destination. From Buffalo Mac & Cheese to Bavarian Bratwursts to Mint Milkshakes and Orange Zest Pizza--the Historic District is home to some of Central Florida’s most acclaimed vegan destinations! Join us in the exploration of Historic Downtown Sanford’s...
We have some amazing news to share! The most popular food truck in Central Florida Hot Asian Buns will be opening up a new eatery on Sanford Ave. in the old Moon's Subs location! If you don't know them already they make these delicious handmade bao buns which are extremely popular as we witness the longest lines from open to...
Do you think you and nine other friends have what it takes to pull a fire truck? Hosted by Historic Downtown Sanford® and the newly formed Famous L Collective, the St. Paddy’s Day Truck Pull being held on Saturday March 19th from 4 p.m to 9 p.m. will include live music, food trucks, artisans and craft beer in a family...
The 8th Annual Sanford Mardi Gras Street Party in the 'Famous L' between Celery City Craft and West End Trading Co. in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford this year was spectacular! Thousands of guests from all over Central Florida came out to enjoy this family friendly event! We had a joyful Sashay down Sanford Avenue all the way down to West...
In a few days or so, the long anticipated outdoor venue The Yardery will open its doors to the public for a novel outdoor dining, drinking, and playing experience. The Yardery will be an open-air, fast casual, spending time with friends and family while playing in the backyard venue located at 415 E. 4th St. (across from Jaly Market). With...
