Florida Festivals & Events

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (August 7, 2009) – Summer is winding down, temperatures are dropping and the leaves are changing colors. This fall, get out and experience all that Florida has to offer. The new season brings exciting festivals & events.

SANTA ROSA BEACH – On Oct. 7-17, the Seaside Repertory Theatre’s Autumn Playwright Festivalpays homage to a major playwright through panel discussions, staged readings, and a full-scale production honoring 2005 Nobel Prize-winner Harold Pinter.

DESTIN – Held in WaterColor this year, the Flutterby Festival, hosted by the Cultural Arts Association from Nov. 14-15 celebrates the colorful migration of the Monarch butterfly through the region and features talented local and regional artists as well as hands on art projects for children.

DESTIN – The Hilton Sandestin Beach hosts a special event for couples on Sept. 25 from 6:30 – 9 p.m.A Starry, Starry Night at the Hilton Sandestin Beach will be an unforgettable evening under the stars, featuring intimate tables for two on the beach with fine cuisine, wine and live entertainment. End the evening with a romantic movie on the beach under the stars. This couples’ event is available with or without hotel accommodations. Cost is $40 per person, not including accommodations.

SAINT AUGUSTINE – The St. Augustine Alligator Farm hosts “Crocodile Rock,” a big ‘70s themed party on Friday, Oct. 9 from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. that will help raise funds for EPIC Community Services, Inc. This party celebrates the 1970s and is catered by the St. Augustine Independent Restaurant Association. In addition to dancing to music from yesteryear, contestants can also sing songs from the ‘70s to help raise money while participating in “Vinyl Idol,” Crocodile Rock’s version of American Idol. The contestant that raises the most money will be named “Vinyl Idol.” There is also a costume contest for those who still have polyester hidden in their closet.

PINE ISLAND (NEAR FORT MYERS) – Step back into old Florida by attending Florida’s Creative Coast Weekend in Pine Island Nov. 13–15. Pine Island is home to artists, musicians and writers, giving residents and visitors to this quaint town plenty of artistic avenues to explore the second weekend of each month.

FORT LAUDERDALE – The Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF) reels out over 200 entertaining new independent and international films from Oct. 23–Nov. 9. The 18-day fest includes film premieres, screenings and parties at some of Fort Lauderdale’s trendiest venues and aboard yachts. FLIFF also offers free film seminars and family events such as films for kids and outdoor movies. Most of the films are presented at FLIFF’s year-round art-house theatre, Cinema Paradiso, conveniently located in downtown Fort Lauderdale within walking distance of Las Olas Blvd.

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