As winter snowbirds and vacationers begin to flood into the Sunshine State to escape the frozen north, there are always the famous Florida attractions to look forward to and explore. But did you know there are also a host of local festivals and events that are growing in popularity each year?
Let’s take a closer look at just a few of the fantastic local events featured in January that many visitors and native Floridians alike look forward to each year:
Northern Florida
Florida Manatee Festival
January 14-15, 2017
Crystal River Area
Festival-goers will enjoy music and live entertainment, children’s activities, arts and crafts, great food, and the main attraction: manatees! Free bus tours run continuously throughout this two-day event so attendees can have an opportunity to encounter these majestic creatures in their natural environment!
Resorts less than an hour away
- Blueberry Hill RV Resort & Campground (Bushnell, FL)
- Homosassa River RV Resort (Homosassa Springs, FL)
- Red Oaks RV Resort (Bushnell, FL)
- Rock Crusher Canyon RV Resort (Crystal River, FL)
- Three Lakes RV Resort (Hudson, FL)
Circus XTREME
January 12-16, 2017
Orlando Area
Ladies and Gentlemen, step right up and be amazed by all things XTREME! Entertainment is everywhere with spectacular circus artists and inspiring animals as you witness all of the talented acts that make up The Greatest Show on Earth®!
Resorts less than an hour away
Central Florida
Downtown Dunedin Art Festival
January 7-8, 2017
Dunedin/Clearwater/St. Petersburg Area
Enjoy a spectacular display along Dunedin’s Main Street showcasing an array of artistic mediums including sculpture, photography, glass paintings, ceramics, jewelry, and mixed media! This art festival provides a meet and greet with artists against the wooded and subtropical backdrop of one of the oldest towns on the West Coast of Florida.
Resorts less than an hour away
- Dunedin RV Resort (Dunedin, FL)
- Hidden River RV Resort (Riverview, FL)
- Rainbow Village Largo (Largo, FL)
- Spanish Main (Thonotosassa, FL)
- Tampa East RV Resort (Dover, FL)
- Three Lakes RV Resort (Hudson, FL)
Circus XTREME
January 12-16, 2017
Orlando Area
Ladies and Gentlemen, step right up and be amazed by all things XTREME! Entertainment is everywhere with spectacular circus artists and inspiring animals when you witness all of the talented acts that make up The Greatest Show on Earth®!
Resorts less than an hour away
- Central Park RV Resort (Haines City, FL)
- Country Squire RV Resort (Paisley, FL)
- Kissimmee South RV Resort (Davenport, FL)
- Lakeland RV Resort (Lakeland, FL)
- Mill Creek RV Resort (Kissimmee, FL)
- Orange City RV Resort (Orange City, FL)
Pigz in Z’Hills BBQ & Blues Fest
January 21, 2017
Zephyrhills Area
Reap the benefits of this friendly BBQ competition with the sweet sounds of blues music as a backdrop for the entire event! Bring the whole family and enjoy delicious eats, great entertainment, and a host of vendors for a day sure to satisfy the palate and the soul!
Resorts less than an hour away
- Baker Acres RV Resort & Campground (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Blue Jay RV Resort (Dade City, FL)
- Central Park (Haines City, FL)
- Citrus Hill RV Resort & Campground (Dade City, FL)
- Glen Haven RV Resort & Campground (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Grove Ridge RV Resort & Campground (Dade City, FL)
- Hidden River RV Resort (Riverview, FL)
- Kissimmee South RV Resort (Davenport, FL)
- Lakeland RV Park (Lakeland, FL)
- Majestic Oaks RV Park (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Rainbow Village Zephyrhills (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Settler’s Rest RV Park (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Spanish Main RV Park (Thonotosassa, FL)
- Southern Charm RV Resort (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Sweetwater RV Park (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Tampa East RV Park (Dover, FL)
- Waters Edge RV Park (Zephyrhills, FL)
Circus XTREME
January 25-29, 2017
Tampa Area
Ladies and Gentlemen, step right up and be amazed by all things XTREME! Entertainment is everywhere with spectacular circus artists and inspiring animals when you witness all of the talented acts that make up The Greatest Show on Earth®!
Resorts less than an hour away
- Dunedin RV Park (Dunedin, FL)
- Hidden River RV Park (Riverview, FL)
- Rainbow Village Largo (Largo, FL)
- Spanish Main RV Park (Thonotosassa, FL)
- Tampa East (Dover, FL)
- Three Lakes RV Park (Hudson, FL)
Lakeland Pigfest
January 27-28, 2017
Lakeland Area
The Lakeland Pigfest brings over 150 teams for some serious BBQ competition and bragging rights, not to mention all the good eatin’ for those lucky enough to attend this annual local charity event! Bring the whole family for a weekend of great good, fun activities, live music and entertainment for all attendees and participants to enjoy and all for a great cause!
Resorts less than an hour away
- Baker Acres (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Blue Jay (Dade City, FL)
- Central Park (Haines City, FL)
- Citrus Hill (Dade City, FL)
- Glen Haven (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Grove Ridge (Dade City, FL)
- Hidden River (Riverview, FL)
- Kissimmee South (Davenport, FL)
- Lakeland (Lakeland, FL)
- Majestic Oaks (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Rainbow Village Zephyrhills (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Settler’s Rest (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Southern Charm (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Spanish Main (Thonotosassa, FL)
- Sweetwater (Zephyrhills, FL)
- Tampa East (Dover, FL)
- Waters Edge (Zephyrhills, FL)
Gasparilla Pirate Fest
January 28, 2017
Tampa Area
Get ready for a swashbuckling good time, Matey! The Pirate Fest, located in downtown Tampa, is always a good time and features the annual Gasparilla Invasion by Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla followed by the Parade of Pirates. This event has been a tradition in the making since 1904 providing entertainment to millions of people traveling from all over the world to attend this fun and unique festival.
Resorts less than an hour away
- Dunedin (Dunedin, FL)
- Hidden River (Riverview, FL)
- Rainbow Village Largo (Largo, FL)
- Spanish Main (Thonotosassa, FL)
- Tampa East (Dover, FL)
- Three Lakes (Hudson, FL)
South Florida Fair
January 13-29, 2017
West Palm Beach Area
This annual 17-day event, located at the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach, has been delighting people since 1912! The fair is known for its agriculture and livestock exhibits, one of the greatest aspects of the event, which exposes and educates the thousands of attendees who visit each year. And, of course, there are all the rides, games, concessions, and other entertainment to enjoy as well!
Resorts less than an hour away
