DATE
EVENT
LOCATION
DESCRIPTION
CONTACT
Downtown
Dade City
Dade City Cruise-In Car Show -Join us for this monthly antique car show that offers music, food and all the pleasures of downtown.
352-567-3769
Twice monthly
Florida Estate Winery,
Land O' Lakes
Florida Estates Winery - Wine & Fresh Market- Taste Florida Estate's premium wines as well as fresh produce, breads, cheeses, kettle corn and more.
813-996-2113
Seasonal, Second Saturday of the Month
Downtown Zephyrhills
Music & Motorcycles Zephyrhills- Ride over to this motorcycle event for live music and family fun. Enter your bike in a competition, and you may just ride off with a prize.
813-780-1414
Seasonal,
Fall-Spring
Downtown
Dade City
Farmer's Market- Shop fresh produce in the town square and peruse the surrounding antique and gift stores.
352-521-0744
Seasonal,
Fall-Spring
JB Starkey's Ranch
Moonlight Festival- Reserve your spot for this moonlight BBQ dinner, horseback ride, hayride and bonfire--fun for the entire family.
813-926-1111
Withlacoochee River Park,
Dade City
Fort Dade Mountain Man Rendezvous- This three-day event shows how people lived in the early 19th Century. See authentic Indian villages and the work of blacksmiths, candle makers and leatherworkers. (Always last weekend in January)
352-567-0264
January 24, 2009
Downtown
Dade City
Kumquat Festival- Features more than 200 arts & crafts booths, a farmer's market, a car show, entertainment, antique shopping and food--including lots of kumquat treats. (Always last Saturday in January)
352-567-3769
Pioneer Florida Museum & Village,
Dade City
Farm Fest & Quilt Show and Annual Dade City Horse Pulling Championship- This unique show features fine, interesting quilts and a variety of other handmade textiles. In addition, this annual horse pulling championship features the best horse-pulling champions from around the country. (Always first weekend in February)
352-567-0262
Feb. 2009
Sims Park, New Port Richey
Shakespeare by the River- Richey Suncoast Theatre will perform Shakespearean works alongside the beautiful Cotee River in Sims Park.
727-842-6777
Feb. 2009
County Fairgrounds,
Dade City
Pasco County Fair- Come and enjoy the fun of the county fair! The fair offers something for everyone, including arts and crafts, beauty pageants, livestock shows, entertainment, great food and of course, the famous midway. (Always third week in February)
352-567-6678
Feb. 21-24
Festival Park
Zephyrhills
Winter Auto fest- Highlighted by a collector-car auction, auto-antique swap meet, vintage auto racing and a car and truck show.
813-258-6726
Veterans Memorial Park, Hudson
Calusa Wood Carvers Show & Sale- Learn about the craft through wood carving vendors and hourly demonstrations.
727-842-3233
March 2009
Zephyr Park
Zephyrhills
Celtic Fest & Highland Games- Features a pipe and drum competition, heavy athletics, Scottish and Irish Highland dancing, military skirmishes, children's games, storytelling and more.
813-991-6060
March 9
Little Everglades Ranch,
Dade City
Little Everglades Steeplechase- Horse race enthusiasts love this elegant outing in the country, which combines the thundering beauty of America's finest Steeplechase horses with family-oriented infield activities. (Always first Sunday in March)
352-521-3661 www.littleevergladessteeplechase.org
March 7-9
Downtown Zephyrhills
Zephyrhills Founder's Day- This all-day event features an arts and crafts show and a parade through historic Zephyrhills. (Always second Saturday in March)
813-780-1414
March 29
Pioneer Florida Museum & Village,
Dade City
Pioneer Florida Museum Train Show- Come and see themuseum's first annual train show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
352-567-0262
March 15-23
Skydive City
Zephyrhills
Annual Easter Boogie & World Record Dives- Come and watch as hundreds of skydivers from around the world compete for prizes, fun and the admiration of the crowd. (Every year around Easter)
800-404-9399
March 27- April 6
Downtown New Port Richey
Chasco Fiesta- Celebrate the history and friendship between the Calusa Indians and Spanish colonists in early Pasco County with parades, pageantry, a carnival and nationally known entertainment.
727-842-7651
March
29 & 30
Downtown
Dade City
Spring Antique Faire- See why Dade City is named one of the best antiquing destinations in the state.
352-518-9299
April 6
San Antonio & Downtown
Dade City
The Ride for Humanity - This event features bicycle racing through the streets of San Antonio and historic Dade City.
352-567-6695
Sponsored by the East Pasco Habitat for Humanity
Jay B. Starkey Ranch
Civil War Re-enactment- Come enjoy this Living History Event. The Main Battle starts at 2pm and The Kids Battle starts at 5pm. There will be a Cotillion at 8pm at the Nature Center. Come and dance the night away!
727-834-3262
April
26 & 27
Longleaf Community, off of State Road 54
SUNCOAST ARTS Fest- This special arts weekend will include juried fine artists and craftsmen, emerging artists in 10th grade thru college, musical entertainment, and arts for the kids, food and much more.
April 19
Pioneer Florida Museum & Village
Dade City
Black Tie & Blue Jeans Country Ball- This special event brings together fine dining with a country flair.
352-562-0262
May 10
Dade City's
Wild Things Zoo
352-567-WILD
11-13
Withlacoochee River Park,
Dade City
Mother's Day Native American Pow Wow- Experience Native American culture via song, dance, demonstrations and arts & crafts. (Always Mother's Day weekend)
352-567-0264
May 9-11
Downtown
New Port Richey
Cotee River Seafood Festival & Boat Show- This event encompasses a boat show with a seafood festival, two-day blues concert, an arts and crafts fair and activities for the entire family. (Always Mother's Day weekend)
727-842-8066
June 30
Downtown
New Port Richey
Main Street Blast- Entertainment, food, family fun and fireworks salute the USA and America's birthday. (Every year around Independence Day)
727-842-8066
Downtown
New Port Richey
A Night in the Tropics- Reminiscent of a Key West Sunset Celebration, this street party features a "cruise-in" of custom cars, street performers, music, and a smorgasbord of food and drink. (Always third Friday in August)
727-842-8066
Pioneer Florida Museum & Village
Dade City
Pioneer Florida Days Festival- Experience early Florida history through Civil War reenactments, children's activities and authentic craft demonstrations. (Every Labor Day weekend)
352-567-0262
September
Downtown
New Port Richey
Founder's Day Celebration- Celebrate the history of New Port Richey with a fun-filled event featuring a carnival and midway, arts and crafts fair, historic activities and lots of wonderful food.
727-842-8066
Sept.
Downtown
Dade City
Fall Antique Faire- See why Dade City is named one of the best antiquing destinations in the state.
352-567-0284
Sept. 27
2008
Withlacoochee
State Trail
Trilby
http://www.trilbyfl.com/oldtca.htm
352-583-4375
Downtown
Dade City
Scarecrow Fest- Make your own scarecrows and harvest hats, visit the pumpkin patch, shop the farmer's market, and tour historic front porches. Enjoy live music, family entertainment, games and activities for all ages at this fall festival. This is small-town Americana at its best!
352-567-0284
Oct. 11-12
Downtown
New Port Richey
Cotee River October Bike Fest- Motorcycle enthusiasts will enjoy displays and demonstrations in Downtown New Port Richey. This event offers live entertainment featuring the Marshall Tucker Band, Sheriff Bob White Escorted Benefit Ride, Two Bike Shows and many more. (Always the weekend before Biketoberfest)
727-842-7651
Oct. 18-19
Downtown
San Antonio
San Antonio Rattlesnake Festival- Spectators fill the stands as professional snake handlers demonstrate the knowledge of one of the world's most feared inhabitants. Arts and crafts, music entertainment, a 5-mile race and a tortoise race add to the enjoyment of this wildlife show. (Always third weekend in October)
352-588-4444
Land O' Lakes Community Center
Land O' Lakes Flapjack Festival- A tradition for more than 20 years, the festival invites you to join the residents for a FREE flapjack feast the first day. Participate in the 5K race or admire the arts and crafts and live music. (Always first full weekend in November)
813-909-2722
Nov. 13-16
Festival Park
Zephyrhills
Fall Auto Fest- Highlighted by a collector-car auction, auto-antique swap meet, vintage auto racing and a car and truck show.
813-258-6726
Nov. 7-9
Downtown Hudson
Hudson Seafest- Sample Florida's finest seafood, including grouper and alligator, while enjoying the carnival, arts and crafts show and other family fun at this event.
Nov. 9
Pasco County Fairgrounds
Dade City
Pasco Bug Jam- This event features more than 400 vintage and new Volkswagens along with VW collectibles, games, a swap meet, live entertainment and more. (Always second Sunday in November)
352-567-6678
Nov 2008
Skydive City
Zephyrhills
Thanksgiving Skydive Boogie & Competition- Come and watch as hundreds of skydivers from around the world compete for prizes, fun and the admiration of the crowd, as they spend the holiday in the sky. (Every year around Thanksgiving)
800-404-9399
Downtown
Dade City
Magical Night Christmas Parade- This night parade features lighted floats, school bands and Santa.
352-567-3769
Dec. 6, 12-14
Downtown
New Port Richey
Annual Main Street Holidays Festival & Parade- Enjoy the downtown carnival, arts and crafts, Christmas Card Lane, Santa's workshop and light parade. The street parade is on Dec. 9.
727-842-7651
Dec. 13
Downtown
Dade City
Annual Country Christmas Stroll- A tradition for more than 20 years, this event offers beautiful storefront windows, street displays, holiday lights, decorations, musical entertainment, children's activities and classic cars. Stroll downtown, where merchants and restaurants are ready to cater to your holiday needs. (Always first Saturday in December)
352-567-0284
Dec. 13
Downtown
New Port Richey
West Pasco Chamber of Commerce Annual Christmas Street Parade- This colorful evening parade begins at 7 pm and travels along Grand Boulevard and Main Street.
Dec. TBA
Pioneer Florida Museum & Village
Dade City
Country Christmas Open House- Come celebrate the holiday season with cane grinding and syrup making, a garden tractor pull, children’s activities and crafts, and also a toy drive to go to a local charity in place of admission to the event.
352-562-0262
Dec. / Jan.
Skydive City
Zephyrhills
Annual Christmas Skydiving Boogie- Features organized skydive formations, competitions, musical performances and much more. (Every year around Christmas)
800-404-9399