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This is the perfect opportunity for beer aficionados, beer lovers and the casual beer drinker to learn more about their favorite brews and discover new ones. For this 11th annual event, there will be more than 100 breweries represented, including more than 25 Florida breweries, rare and vintage beers, casks, a cider corner and select imports. Educational breakout sessions during the festival will be hosted by industry professionals. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. DeLand Craft Beer Festival is a Rain or Shine Event.  21+ No ID No Entry.  Advance tickets are $35. No infants or pets allowed located in Historic Downtown DeLand on E. Indiana Avenue. <a href="http://www.mainstreetdeland.org/">www.mainstreetdeland.org</a>

Florida travel calendar for February

Check out festivals and events in February across the state. This list is organized by region. If you want to submit an event, please email Richard Tribou at rtribou@orlandosentinel.com. Central...
This festival has been serving up frog leg dinners to hungry festival goers for 29 years. In addition to frog legs and gator tail, the festival features a lineup of activities including live entertainment, a midway, crafters, and pony rides. $20 armbands for unlimited ride access. 22 South Orange St. 772-571-0250. <a href="http://www.froglegfestival.com/">froglegfestival.com</a>

Florida travel calendar for January

Check out festivals and events in January across the state. This list is organized by region. If you want to submit an event, please email Richard Tribou at rtribou@orlandosentinel.com. Central...
On select weekends in December, you can meet Santa and his merry mammals including real reindeer. Animated displays, a million twinkling lights, free zoo rides and traditional holiday treats. Begins at 4 p.m. daily. Parking is free and day rates include a special "pay for a day, get the rest of the year free"  Admission: $34.95  and Ages 3-11: $25.95. 1101 W. Sligh Ave. 813-935-8552. <a href="https://zootampa.org/tag/christmas-in-the-wild/">https://zootampa.org/tag/christmas-in-the-wild/</a>

Florida travel calendar for December

Check out festivals and events in December across the state. This list is organized by region. If you want to submit an event, please email Richard Tribou at rtribou@orlandosentinel.com. Central...
The annual Veterans Day Parade kicks off at the corner of Orange Avenue and Robinson Street. One of the city's signature events, the parade includes 100 units, consisting of local veterans organizations, members of the active military, bands, floats and more, coming together to pay tribute to those who have fought for the country's freedom. 11 a.m. Free. Check the website for the route map. 407-246-2121. <a href="http://www.cityoforlando.net/veteransparade/" target="_blank">cityoforlando.net</a>

Florida travel calendar for November

Check out festivals and events in November across the state. Central Florida (including Orlando, Kissimmee, Daytona Beach, Sanford, the Space Coast, Lakeland/Polk and Lake County) Through Nov. 23: Epcot International...
The special event at Magic Kingdom will be held on select dates on 36 nights. The event again will include the "Happy HalloWishes" fireworks display, Mickey's Boo-to-You Halloween Parade and Halloween-themed stage show in front of Cinderella Castle. 7 p.m.-midnight; 1180 Seven Seas Drive in Lake Buena Vista; $79-$135 ($74-$130 for ages 3-9); 407-824-4321; <a href="http://disneyworld.com/halloween" rel="noopener" target="_blank">disneyworld.com/halloween</a>

Florida travel calendar for October

Check out festivals and events in October across the state.View events this coming weekend, or view the whole month's offerings by region below:This list is organized by region. Central Florida...
The special event at Magic Kingdom will be held on select dates on 36 nights. The event again will include the "Happy HalloWishes" fireworks display, Mickey's Boo-to-You Halloween Parade and Halloween-themed stage show in front of Cinderella Castle. 7 p.m.-midnight; 1180 Seven Seas Drive in Lake Buena Vista; $79-$135 ($74-$130 for ages 3-9); 407-824-4321; <a href="http://disneyworld.com/halloween" rel="noopener" target="_blank">disneyworld.com/halloween</a>

Florida travel calendar for September

Check out festivals and events in September across the state. This list is organized by region. Central Florida Including Orlando, Kissimmee, Daytona Beach, Sanford, the Space Coast, Lakeland/Polk and Lake...
To celebrate the start of lobster season, this 23rd Annual event's festivities include Thursday's Lobster Boil, Friday's sail and snorkel trip, Saturday's street fair and free concert, and Sunday's Lobster Brunch. Advance reservations required for the brunch. 305-294-7170. <a href="http://www.keywestlobsterfest.com/">www.keywestlobsterfest.com</a>

Florida travel calendar for August

Check out festivals and events in August across the state. View events this coming weekend, or view the whole month's offerings by region below. This list is organized by region....
Sunfest presents a lineup of headliners in downtown West Palm Beach. A variety of tickets are available including a regular admission one-day pass for $25 for ages 13 and up. Tickets start at $41 (children under 6 are free). The festival grounds are on Flagler Drive. Banyan Boulevard to Lakeview Drive lie at the north and south boundaries, respectively. <a href="http://www.sunfest.com/">www.sunfest.com</a>

Florida travel calendar for May

Check out festivals and events in May across the state. This list is organized by region. Central Florida (including Orlando, Kissimmee, Daytona Beach, Sanford, the Space Coast, Lakeland/Polk and Lake...
Among the 600 streams, springs, rivers and creeks in Ocala National Forest in north-central Florida is an unusual natural attraction. Salt Springs bubbles up from vertical fissures deep underground that produce water laced with potassium, magnesium and sodium. <a href="http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/os-exfl-central-outdoors-ocala-20150517-story.html" target="_blank">Read more</a>.

Explore Florida: South Florida summer travel calendar

Through July 15: Miami International Piano Festival, Miami Beach. Witness the emergence of the next great generation of keyboard giants and brilliant prodigies in an intimate, non-competitive setting. This is...