Events in Historic Downtown Sanford
5th Annual Sanford Jazz in the Park Music Festival
Centennial Park 400 S Park Ave, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us on October 22nd, 2-7pm for the 5th Annual Sanford Jazz in the Park Music Festival - a free community event in Centennial Park! Enjoy some of the best local jazz bands in a beautiful park setting featuring food trucks, craft beer, cocktails, vendors, artisans and lots of family-friendly community fun! This music festival […]
Hollerbach’s Oktoberfest
Sanford Civic Center 401 E Seminole Blvd, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us for our annual Oktoberfest, a festival celebrating German food, beer, music, dance, folk costumes, and of course Gemütlichkeit! This year the party is at the Sanford Civic Center again and surrounding streets, just a block away from our Willow Tree Café German restaurant! Dates and Times: Friday November 4th 6:00pm to 10:00pm Saturday […]
Whiskey, BBQ & Blues
Unfurl Collective 115 N Laurel Ave, Sanford, United StatesJoin us for the Grand Opening event at Unfurl Collective w/ a special WHISKEY, BBQ & BLUES Event featuring Live Entertainment, delicious BBQ by Git n' Messy Smokehouse from Henry's Depot and Whiskey by Iron Smoke! We'll also have a limited (only 40 seats) Whiskey Tasting w/ over 25 whiskies, craft beer and cocktails, cigars […]
Bad at Business Beerfest
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesTom & Dan "Bad at Business" Beerfest 2022! Join Tom and Dan of the A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan Podcast as they host and mingle during this great event! This is a FREE to the public Beer-Fest! Free Samples, Free Admission, Free Live Entertainment! The event opens up at 12 noon where - […]
Small Business Saturday in Historic Downtown Sanford
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us on Saturday November 26th for our annual Small Business Saturday Shopping event in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford! Take advantage of some great deals from all of our independent retailers, stroll the brick-lined streets visiting our unique shops and art galleries plus enjoy discounts from participating bars and restaurants when you show your receipt […]
4th Annual Loggerhead Cocktail Crawl
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesFor the entire month of November, join us in Historic Downtown Sanford for the 4th Annual LOGGERHEAD DISTILLERY COCKTAIL CRAWL as a dozen of the top bars and restaurants create a unique cocktail using one of Loggerhead's small batch, craft spirits! Pick up your "Drink Card" at any participating bar, try a cocktail and have […]
33rd Annual Sanford Holiday Tour of Homes
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesCelebrate the warmth and spirit of the season at the 33rd Annual Holiday Tour of Homes on December 3rd, 12 to 9 pm. On this self-guided walking tour, step into the past as you are welcomed into ten of the Sanford Historic District’s most charming private residences. The tour route begins at Holy Cross Episcopal […]
Alive After 5 Street Party
Downtown Sanford - Magnolia Square 201 E 1st St, Sanford, FL, United StatesCentral Florida's longest monthly street festival! Festival goers come to celebrate the community and local artistry, and to partake in an evening of music, food, craft beer, and shopping.
Parade of Lights
Downtown Sanford - Magnolia Square 201 E 1st St, Sanford, FL, United StatesThe annual "Parade of Lights" on Saturday, December 10th from 6 – 8 PM offers residents and visitors a dazzling evening of exciting parade floats, lights and music with dozens of entrants parading downtown on 1st Street to celebrate the holidays.
Sanford Food Truck Fiesta | 2nd Sundays
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesThe Sanford Food Truck Fiesta is now on every 2nd SUNDAY 1-6pm! Come out and enjoy the brick-lined streets of beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford for our monthly Sanford Food Truck Fiesta event! Grab some amazing food from 30+ of Orlando area's top food trucks, craft beer and cocktails from the bars, enjoy live music, craft […]
Sanford Art & Jazz Night
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesThe Sanford Art & Jazz Night which is held every 3rd Thursday of the month, is the product of Historic Downtown Sanford's thriving arts & live music community. Stroll the brick-lined streets and visit all participating venues, all within a comfortable walking distance from one another! Enjoy art, live jazz music and community with no […]
Jingle Jam Community Holiday Party
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford for the 5th Annual Jingle Jam Community Holiday Party! Sanford Jingle Jam has become one of the largest family events in downtown and draws thousands from all over Central Florida! Featuring four stages of live music, food trucks, carnival games, holiday artisanal vendors, drink specials and more! See […]
Sanford Indie Market
Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge 200 S Myrtle Ave, Sanford, United StatesThe Sanford Indie Market is Held 4 times a year in front of Tuffy's Bottle Shop/Lounge/Music Box. This is a curated market that focuses on Vintage, Handcrafted, Art & Boutique items.
Critical Mass Sanford Cycling Event
Critical Mass Sanford is a monthly ride that is held on the last Friday of every month! We Take a nice easy stroll through downtown and the surrounding areas to bring awareness to cycling and the safety of cycling on the road! This is open to ALL ages and skill level. The ride will start […]
Sanford Avenue Block Party
Sanford Avenue 400 Sanford Ave., Sanford, United StatesThe Sanford Avenue Merchants present the Sanford Avenue Block Party on every 4th Saturday. Block closure is from 4th to 5th Street featuring live music, vendors, craft beer, great food, cocktails, wine and fun. Please note event is suspended during summer months of June, July and August.
Sanford Marketplace at Magnolia (Sanford Farmers Market)
Downtown Sanford - Magnolia Square 201 E 1st St, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us every Saturday morning for a community farmers market and vendor showcase featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, food, drinks, desserts, jewelry, art and lots more! Our goal is to inspire and nurture a community of shoppers by building a local, sustainable, small business economy in a vibrant experiential marketplace.
Sofas and Suds
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesCome to Beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford and watch as local businesses race their modified couches against one other. Huge bragging rights at stake for the fastest couch as well as the crowd favorite. Brought to you by A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan! Admission to this event is FREE! But please, no coolers our […]
Love Your Shorts Film Festival
The Ritz Theater 201 Magnolia Ave, Sanford, FL, United StatesSCREENING Films are divided into blocks that are approximately 90 minutes long. Most blocks are grouped by genre except for Opening Night, which is a mix of genres; E for Everyone, which is all family friendly; and Florida Flavor, which is films made by Florida filmmakers or were shot primarily in Florida. At the end […]
9th Annual Sanford Mardi Gras Street Party
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesGrab your beads and come enjoy the Sanford Mardi Gras Street Party in the 'Famous L' between Celery City Craft and West End Trading Co. in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford! The parade starts on 6th Street and Sanford Avenue! Gathering starts at 330pm and then at 4pm Sashay your way down Sanford Avenue all the […]
6th Annual Sanford Porchfest Music Festival
Centennial Park 400 S Park Ave, Sanford, FL, United StatesYour favorite CHARITY BASED MUSIC FESTIVAL is back and bigger than ever! Celebrating 6 years and more than $80k donated to the arts in Seminole County, the Producers of Sanford Porchfest are rockin' the block with: 17 PORCHES - OVER 70 BANDS - ONE COMMUNITY - ONE CAUSE This family and pet-friendly festival operates on […]
Sanford Food Truck Fiesta – 2nd Sundays
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesThe Sanford Food Truck Fiesta is now on every 2nd SUNDAY 1-6pm! Come out and enjoy the brick-lined streets of beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford for our monthly Sanford Food Truck Fiesta event! Grab some amazing food from 30+ of Orlando area's top food trucks, craft beer and cocktails from the bars, enjoy live music, craft […]
Sanford Food Truck Fiesta
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us every 2nd SUNDAY 1-6pm for the popular Sanford Food Truck Fiesta in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford! Come out and enjoy the brick-lined streets and grab some amazing food from 40+ of Orlando area's top food trucks and tents, craft beer and cocktails from the bars, enjoy live music, craft artisans and vendors, plus […]
Sanford Art & Jazz Night
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us on the 3rd Thursday of the Month in Historic Downtown Sanford for Sanford Art & Jazz Night 6-9pm and every 3rd Thursday! Enjoy a special evening celebrating the arts, music & spirits at multiple venues! Free event. PLEASE NOTE: Some venues may have their event at different times so be sure to check […]
Sanford Art & Jazz Night
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us on the 3rd Thursday of the Month in Historic Downtown Sanford for Sanford Art & Jazz Night 6-9pm and every 3rd Thursday! Enjoy a special evening celebrating the arts, music & spirits at multiple venues! Free event. Please note some venues may have different hours. Visit each of their Facebook pages for complete […]
5th Annual St Paddy’s Day Truck Pull & Street Festival
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford for the 5th Annual St Paddy's Day Truck Pull & Street Festival on Saturday March 18th, 4-9pm! Event takes place in the 'Famous L' between Celery City Craft and West End Trading Co.! Try your luck and pull a truck! Get together with your tribe and form teams […]
Sanford Marketplace at Magnolia (Farmers Market)
Downtown Sanford - Magnolia Square 201 E 1st St, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us every Saturday morning for a community farmers market and vendor showcase featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, food, drinks, desserts, jewelry, art and lots more! Our goal is to inspire and nurture a community of shoppers by building a local, sustainable, small business economy in a vibrant experiential marketplace.
11th Annual Pints n’ Paws Craft Beer Festival
Historic Downtown Sanford 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL, United StatesJoin us for the 11th Annual Pints n' Paws Craft Beer Festival in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford in the 'Famous L' between West End Trading Co. and Celery City Craft. Pints n' Paws Craft Beer Fest is a craft beer festival that you bring your dog to. Sample craft beer from over 100 breweries, interact […]
Sanford Avenue Block Party
Sanford Avenue 400 Sanford Ave., Sanford, United StatesAwesome Block Party sponsored by the Merchants on Sanford Ave between 4th and 5th Avenue every 4th Saturday of the month. Live Music, craft beer, cocktails, vendors and tons of fun!