Events

Location: 2nd Street - Downtown Sanford, Sanford FL 32771
Times: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Cost: FREE

Come out and enjoy a nerdy good time during the summer solstice event! Wear your Ren Faire, LARPing, or other nerdish gear.

Location: Kissimmee Lakefront
Time: 12:00PM -4:00PM

The Kissimmee Juneteenth Festival is a community celebration of African American culture, including live music, delicious food, craft vendors, and exciting giveaways. Juneteenth is the commemoration of the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1865.

More info @ kissimmee.gov

" The Summer Lovin’ Book Festival is your ticket to the hottest reads of the season. Celebrate the romance genre in all its forms — from sweet beachside love stories to heart-racing passion and everything in between. "

Learn More: https://www.myoviedomall.com/summer-lovin/

Orlando, FL

Outdoor | Free to attend

Annual event that celebrates Avalon Park! Enjoy international food, music, and vendors, activities for kids, community performances--and of course fabulous vendors, including yours's truly!


Learn More: https://www.eventeny.com/events/apo-absolutely-avalon-2026-19975

Ovideo, FL

Indoor | Free to attend

This the kick off to one of the coolest series of events! This two day ren faire takes place inside Oviedo Mall on March 14th and 15th from 11 am to 6 pm. I will only be there on Saturday.

" Watch two full days of armored combat and live stage shows!

Partake in community contests and free activities to win prizes!

Jump in the free fighting pit to face the masters!

Browse a massive collection of incredible local artists and artisans!

Get free art prints with...

North Miami, FL

Indoor | $5 admission

Big con energy with Cozy vibes. Cosplay potential. Booth hype fully engaged.

If you’re nearby — or already planning to go — I’d genuinely love to see you.

Learn More: https://beyondcomicon.com/

Bartow, FL

Outdoor | Free to attend

Full nerd energy. Sci-fi, fandom joy, and people who absolutely get it.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/syfybartow

Orlando, FL

Indoor-ish | Free to attend

Grab y'all gal or guy pals who enjoy good BREWS and a bit of STEAMY read. Support this awesome local brewery while finding your next steamy read! Several indie authors in attendance, including yours truly.

Learn more: https://hourglassbrewing.com/

Location:

2500 Curry Ford Rd #4, Orlando, FL 32806

Kissimmee, FL

Outdoor | Free to attend

Friendly, community-focused, and very much a come browse, chat, and vibe kind of afternoon.

Learn More: https://www.kissimmee.gov/Parks-Recreation-Events/Events-Festivals/Martin-Luther-King-Jr-Unity-Celebration