Eustis Events for 2008
Call 352-357-8555 for more information

     

January 1

Eustis 125 Anniversary Kick Off!

This event will kick-off 125 days of celebration! Come enjoy the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra and fireworks! in Ferran Park For more information, contact the Lake Eustis Chamber of Commerce at 352-357-3434.

 

January 4

First Friday Street Fest!

Eustis Celebrates 125 years!

Historic Downtown & Ferran Park. 6-10pm

Enjoy live entertainment on 3 stages, street acts, kids venues, food court, soft drinks, water, beer, wine and margaritas.  Visit our local restaurants and shops.  Come by boat or car.  Motorcycle parking available.  6pm-10pm.  Free.

 

January 15

Great Ideas Discussion Group:

The Federalist --- Essays 1, 2, 6, 9, 10, 31
The Great Ideas Discussion Group and its seminars are presented by The Lake Eustis Institute and open to the public. The readings selected for 2007 - 2008 are the formative documents and writings of the United States of America.

Great Ideas Discussion Group meets on third Tuesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the Lake Eustis Institute Classroom, 135 North Grove Street, Eustis. It is recommended you register two weeks in advance.  Participation is free.

 

January 19, 2008, 8 AM – 4:30 PM

Ferran Park
Antique Boat & Car Show

In celebration of the City of Eustis 125th Anniversary, the Sunnyland Antique and Classic Boat Club, Antique Car Club and the Jersey Skiff Raceboat Club . This event is free to the public. Walk among the boats and antique cars and listen to the Swing era music!  For more information contact Marcia Arnold 483-5460 or 589-9557.


January 19, 2008, 10 AM –2 PM, Ferran Park
Lake Eustis Sailboat Races & “Sail By” Event

To be held during the Antique Boat & Car Show. Laser Olympic Class Sailboat racing from 10 AM to Noon. “Sail By” by other classes afterward, including C scows, MC scows, Flying Scots & Wayfarers. For more information contact Sam Chapin at 352-357-4022.


January 21, 2008, 7 PM – 9 PM

Eustis Community Center
Racial Reconciliation Panel Discussion

Sponsored by the Lake Eustis Institute and presented by the Eustis Ecumenical Council. Experts on racial issues will participate in the discussion, which will be moderated by Rev. John Jacobs. For more information, contact the Lake Eustis Institute at 352-357-3995 or visit www.lakeeustisinstitute.org.


January 26, 2008, 10 AM –4 PM, Ferran Park
Sailboat Inspections, Learn to Sail Program & Capsize Rescue Demonstration

 Inspections will occur all day. From 10 AM – 11 AM, there will be a “learn to sail from shore” program demonstrating most sailing action in front of the park. From 11 AM – Noon and again from 1 PM – 2 PM there will be speed circle races and slalom races. A Laser “free style” competition with celebrity judges will be held from 12:30 PM – 1 PM. Sailboat capsize, rescue demonstrations and Optimist Pram sailing demonstrations will be held from 2 PM – 4 PM.
For more information contact Sam Chapin at 352-357-4022.


January 26 & 27, 2008, 10 AM – 5 PM

Ferran Park
Lake Eustis Museum of Art Fine Arts Festival

Presented by the Lake Eustis Museum of Art in cooperation with the City of Eustis and free to the public. Artists from all over the Country come to display their works and compete for $10,000 in prizes. Visitors will enjoy beautiful fine arts, live entertainment and yummy food in scenic Ferran Park. For more information contact the Lake Eustis Museum of Art at 352-483-2900.

 

January 26
Eustis Classic Car Cruise-in
Magnolia Ave. & Eustis St., 5-9pm Over 250 different cars from all over Florida.  Registration is free.  Cash prizes, give aways, a 50/50 drawing, and DJ.  

January 26-27

Lake Eustis Festival of Art

Fine Art and Fine Craft Show

Ferran Park

Call Lake Eustis Museum of Art, 483-2900

February 1
First Friday Street Fest "Mardi Gras"

Magnolia Ave. & Eustis St., 6-10pm  Enjoy live entertainment on 3 stages, street acts, kids venues, food court, soft drinks, water, beer, wine and margaritas.  Visit our local restaurants and shops.  Come by boat or car.  Motorcycle parking available.  6pm-10pm.  Free.

February 16, 2008, 10 AM
Eustis African-American Heritage Parade & Festival
The annual parade begins at 10 AM at the corner of Prescott & Bates and ends at the Curtright Campus.  The festival will showcase African-American cooking, so come ready to eat! Vendors & church groups are welcome. The festival will include children’s activities and entertainment. School & church groups as well as various bands will perform. For more information contact Carla Mitchell, days at 352-343-4101 or evenings at 352-589-6448.


February 16 & 17, 2008, 8 AM
38th Annual Lake Eustis Sailing Club GeorgeFest Sailing Regatta
Classes expected are Flying Scot (Florida Point Series Regatta), MC scow, Wayfarer, A-cats, Hobie 16, Nacra-20, Laser, Opt, C-Scows, Flying Duchman and C420. Eligible participants may enter by completing an entry form, registering with the organization and paying their entry fee.  For more information, contact Ray Laguna, Chairman, at 407-257-0992 or register online at www.mcscow.org


February 17, 2008, 6 PM – 9 PM at Eustis High School
Eustis African-American Heritage Play
The Eustis African-American Heritage, in conjunction with the Eustis Recreation Dept. presents a play featuring the youth dept. of the Bay Street Player. For more information contact Carla Mitchell, days at 352-343-4101 or evenings at 352-589-6448.

February 18, 2008, 5 PM – 7 PM at the Eustis Community Center
GeorgeFest 2008 Annual Spaghetti Dinner and Scholarship Program
 For more information, contact the Lake Eustis Area Chamber of Commerce at 352-357-3434.

 

February 22-24

GeorgeFest 2008

Ferran Park,  The 106th Annual George Washington's Birthday Festival. Events include: Fireworks, Dog Jog, Grand Parade and festival in Ferran Park. For more details go to the  Lake Eustis Chamber of Commerce 357-3434

 

February 23
Eustis Classic Car Cruise-in
Magnolia Ave. & Eustis St., 5-9pm

If you enjoy classic cars, downtown Eustis is the place for you.  A typical Cruise-In will attract over 250 different cars from all over Florida.  Registration is free.  Cash prizes, give aways, a 50/50 drawing, and DJ.  Visit our local shops and restaurants.  5pm-9pm.   Free.

 

March 7
First Friday Street Fest "St. Patrick's"

Magnolia Ave. & Eustis St., 6-10pm

Enjoy live entertainment on 3 stages, street acts, kids venues, food court, soft drinks, water, beer, wine and margaritas.  Visit our local restaurants and shops.  Come by boat or car.  Motorcycle parking available.  6pm-10pm.  Free.

 

 

March 22
Eustis Classic Car Cruise-in
Magnolia Ave. & Eustis St., 5-9pm

If you enjoy classic cars, downtown Eustis is the place for you.  A typical Cruise-In will attract over 250 different cars from all over Florida.  Registration is free.  Cash prizes, give aways, a 50/50 drawing, and DJ.  Visit our local shops and restaurants.  5pm-9pm.   Free.

 

March 23

Easter Sunrise Service

Ferran Park - 6am

 

April 4

First Friday Street Fest!

Historic Downtown & Ferran Park 6- 10 pm Enjoy live entertainment on 3 stages, street acts, kids venues, food court, soft drinks, water, beer, wine and margaritas.  Visit our local restaurants and shops.  Come by boat or car.  Motorcycle parking available.  6pm-10pm.  Free.

 

April 5

7th Annual Chili Cook-off !

Ferran Park 11am-2pm

Public Arts and Music presents the 7th Annual Chili Cook-Off. Click for Details

 Download Chili Application here

 

April 5

Fire Muster!

Ferran Park 9am-4pm

Come join the firefighters of the Eustis Fire Department as they challenge 10 other fire departments to muster for fire firefighting games and a show of antique and new fire/emergency vehicles.

April 26
Eustis Classic Car Cruise-in
Magnolia Ave. & Eustis St., 5-9pm

If you enjoy classic cars, downtown Eustis is the place for you.  A typical Cruise-In will attract over 250 different cars from all over Florida.  Registration is free.  Cash prizes, give aways, a 50/50 drawing, and DJ.  Visit our local shops and restaurants.  5pm-9pm.   Free.

 

May 2
First Friday Street Fest "Margaritaville"

Magnolia Ave. & Eustis St., 6-10pm

Enjoy live entertainment on 3 stages, street acts, kids venues, food court, soft drinks, water, beer, wine and margaritas.  Visit our local restaurants and shops.  Come by boat or car.  Motorcycle parking available.  6pm-10pm.  Free.

 

May 18

Sun Love Festival

Ferran Park

May 24
Eustis Classic Car Cruise-in
Historic Dowtown & Ferran Park, 5-9pm.  If you enjoy classic cars, downtown Eustis is the place for you.  A typical Cruise-In will attract over 250 different cars from all over Florida.  Registration is free.  Cash prizes, give aways, a 50/50 drawing, and DJ.  Visit our local shops and restaurants.  5pm-9pm.   Free.

June 6
First Friday Street Fest

Magnolia Ave. & Eustis St., 6-10pm
Enjoy live entertainment on 3 stages, street acts, kids venues, food court, soft drinks, water, beer, wine and margaritas.  Visit our local restaurants and shops.  Come by boat or car.  Motorcycle parking available.  6pm-10pm.  Free

 

June 28
Eustis Classic Car Cruise-in
Magnolia Ave. & Eustis St., 5-9pm

If you enjoy classic cars, downtown Eustis is the place for you.  A typical Cruise-In will attract over 250 different cars from all over Florida.  Registration is free.  Cash prizes, give aways, a 50/50 drawing, and DJ.  Visit our local shops and restaurants.  5pm-9pm.   Free.

 

July 4
First Friday Street Fest "Fireworks"

Historic Downtown & Ferran Park, 6-10pm
Enjoy live entertainment on 3 stages, street acts, kids venues, food court, soft drinks, water, beer, wine and margaritas.  Visit our local restaurants and shops.  Come by boat or car.  Motorcycle parking available.  6pm-10pm.  Free.

 

July 26

Eustis Downtown Cruise-In

Historic Downtown & Ferran Park

If you enjoy classic cars, downtown Eustis is the place for you.  A typical Cruise-In will attract over 250 different cars from all over Florida.  Registration is free.  Cash prizes, give aways, a 50/50 drawing, and DJ.  Visit our local shops and restaurants.  5pm-9pm.   Free.

 

August 1

First Friday Street Fest!

Historic Downtown & Ferran Park, 6- 10pm

Enjoy live entertainment on 3 stages, street acts, kids venues, food court, soft drinks, water, beer, wine and margaritas.  Visit our local restaurants and shops.  Come by boat or car.  Motorcycle parking available.  6pm-10pm.  Free.

 

August 23

Eustis Downtown Cruise-In

Historic Downtown & Ferran Park 5- 9pm

If you enjoy classic cars, downtown Eustis is the place for you.  A typical Cruise-In will attract over 250 different cars from all over Florida.  Registration is free.  Cash prizes, give aways, a 50/50 drawing, and DJ.  Visit our local shops and restaurants.  5pm-9pm.   Free.

 

September 5

First Friday Street Fest!

Historic Downtown & Ferran Park, 6- 10pm

Enjoy live entertainment on 3 stages, street acts, kids venues, food court, soft drinks, water, beer, wine and margaritas.  Visit our local restaurants and shops.  Come by boat or car.  Motorcycle parking available.  6pm-10pm.  Free.

 

September 27

Eustis Downtown Cruise-In

Historic Downtown & Ferran Park, 5- 9pm

If you enjoy classic cars, downtown Eustis is the place for you.  A typical Cruise-In will attract over 250 different cars from all over Florida.  Registration is free.  Cash prizes, give aways, a 50/50 drawing, and DJ.  Visit our local shops and restaurants.  5pm-9pm.   Free.