The big four
Mount Dora Arts Festival (Feb), Antique Extravaganza (Jan/Nov), Sailing Regatta (Mar), Craft Fair (Oct). Each draws 100k+ visitors.
Real estate angle
Festival weekends spike STR demand and showings. Downtown-adjacent homes see real lifestyle value most weekends of the year.
Traffic tip
Avoid Old 441 through downtown on festival Saturdays — plan around it.
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