Hi, friends! It’s Brenda, back in your inbox for all the Central Florida Happenings.
This week, I was able to check out “Mamma Mia!” at the Dr. Phillips Center and I gotta say, it was quite the show! Of course, I’ve seen the movie a million times and it never disappoints. So when I was able to see this on stage, it was a lot of fun to hear the songs live! And of course, all the laughs that come with going to a show like this.
Don’t miss it! Setting the Stage newsletter writer Brooke Savage wrote about the show ahead of its nearly two-week run. Click here to learn more.
And if you’re looking for something to do this weekend, you’re in the right place (OBVIOUSLY). Here’s what’s going on ⤵️
Another year of magic!
The Brevard Renaissance Fair is heading back to Melbourne this weekend for six themed-weekends of fun.
This year, there will be six events on Saturday nights after the gates close, starting at 7:30 p.m.
Click here for the schedule and to get your tickets.
The largest frog leg festival in Florida is back again, serving up thousands of pounds of frog legs and gator.
The Fellsmere Frog Leg Festival starts Thursday and runs through the weekend.
According to its website, the event started in 1990 as a way to raise funds, and it has grown ever since.
While the food is the main event, there will be carnival rides available for purchase. There will also be live music throughout the event.
Click here for everything you need to know.
Who doesn’t love the Central Florida Scottish Highland Games?
Want to see someone toss a tree weighing 100 to 180 pounds? Check out the Caber Toss. How about a traditional performance of pipes and drums? You’ll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the performances. And don’t forget to check out the live music!
The festival is back in Winter Springs for two days this weekend.
Click here for more info, including ticketing details.
Other happenings:
📅 Orlando events honor life, legacy of MLK: Multiple events in Orlando will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, starting today and through next week. Click here to check out what’s happening.
🐚 Space Coast Seashell Festival offers glimpse from around the world: This free festival showcases seashells from around the world and offers exhibits for those interested in all things shells. Click here to learn more.
🏮 Celebrate Lunar Festival returns to Orlando: Celebrate and check out this two-day festival for a “joyful fusion of Asia’s diverse cultures.” There will be tons of Asian food to enjoy and performances throughout the event. Click here for all you need to know.
🏎️ Steve McQueen’s legendary Le Mans Porsche race car featured at Florida car show, auction: This weekend, don’t miss out on the Mecum Auctions car show in Kissimmee. The auto show has everything from the classics, to new and unique rides. Click here to learn more.
🐦 Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival takes flight with over 50 exhibits next week: Described as a “crash course of Florida’s wildlife,” the festival will showcase over 50 exhibits from “destination tour companies, wildlife and birding organizations, nature-based businesses, authors, photographers and painters.” Click here to learn more and snag a spot on a field trip!
That’s all from me!
I hope everyone has a great weekend, and I will catch up with you all next week.
- Brenda