There is always something going on in Sumter County!
Use this event calendar to plan your vacation, or check out what’s going on around you during your stay. Whether you want to attend a local festival or relax while listening to live music, it’s easy to see what’s going on.
February 2026
Dade Bird Walk
February 03 • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Explore the park’s winter bird population, including fall migrants and resident species. Participants may bring their own binoculars or borrow a pair from the park. Attendees are encouraged to bring a...
Traditional Tea
February 07 • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Enjoy a Traditional Afternoon Tea in the Dade Lodge, complete with provided food and themed accessories such as hats. Pre-registration is required
Pine Needle Basket Class
February 10 • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Learn traditional pine needle basketry with instruction from experienced volunteers. All materials are provided to create a long-leaf pine needle basket. Group size is limited to 14. Pre-registration is required.
Silk Scarf Printing
February 12 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Learn to imprint designs from recycled silk ties onto white silk scarves with guidance from expert volunteers. All materials are provided. Pre-registration is required
Living Historian-Led Guided Walk Program
February 14 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Take a reenactor-led guided walk along the Fort King Road and learn about the history of the battlefield.
Project WILD for Kids
February 16 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Engage students in an immersive educational experience at Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, using indoor and outdoor activities to explore nature in a fun and engaging way. This session uses curricula...
Rocks, Shells & Tins Painting Class
February 17 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
"Learn to paint on rocks or recycled small tins with guidance from expert volunteers. This class is for participants ages 12 and up. Pre-registration is required.
Campfire Dutch Oven Cooking
February 21 • 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Learn Dutch oven cooking techniques, prepare several cast-iron dishes, and enjoy tasting the results. Pre-registration is required.
Father Daughter Dance
February 21 • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM • Warfield Auditorium • 98 S. Warfield Avenue • Wildwood, FL 34785
Dads, grandfathers, uncles, and father figures - step into a candy-coated world of magic with your little sweetheart. Enjoy dinner, sweet treats, a live DJ, dancing, games, activities, crafts, and...
City of Webster Founders Day
February 28 • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM • 85 E Central Ave • Webster, FL 33597
Join us as we celebrate the roots of the City of Webster at our annual Founders Day! Founded in 1855, Webster grew from rich farmland, bustling markets, and a historic...
Historical Fashion Show
February 28 • 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Co Rd 603 • Bushnell, FL 33513
Join us as we present our history through a historical fashion show. From the late 1700s – 1950s we will have live models displaying historical fashions with commentary by our...
March 2026
Dade Bird Walk
March 03 • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Explore the park’s winter bird population, including fall migrants and resident species. Participants may bring their own binoculars or borrow a pair from the park. Attendees are encouraged to bring a...
Peace Love & Vans
March 06 - March 09 • Withlacoochee River Park • 12449 Withlacoochee Blvd • Dade City, FL 33525
Whether you’re a vanlifer or just vanlife curious, come and join us at the most epic camper van meetup and industry expo in sunny Florida and one of the...
Wild Foods Foraging
March 07 • 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Explore Dade Battlefield Historic State Park with expert staff and volunteers to forage for wild foods on the park grounds. Participants will create and sample wild food dishes. Pre-registration is required
Little House on the Florida Prairie
March 07 • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Experience life on the Florida frontier inspired by the Little House on the Prairie books. The event features narration from the books, hands-on demonstrations, and interaction with period demonstrators
Project WILD for Kids
March 16 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Engage students in an immersive educational experience at Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, using indoor and outdoor activities to explore nature in a fun and engaging way. This session uses curricula...
Pine Needle Basket Class
March 22 • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Learn traditional pine needle basketry with instruction from experienced volunteers. All materials are provided to create a long-leaf pine needle basket. Group size is limited to 14. Pre-registration is required.
Cherokee Leaf Printing and Native Plant Dyeing
March 24 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Learn to imprint designs from plants onto white cotton fabric using Cherokee leaf printing techniques. Participants will also explore natural dyeing methods using materials from nature. Pre-registration is required
Flashlight Adult Egg Hunt
March 27 • 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM • Wildwood Community Center • 6500 Powell Rd., Wildwood, FL 34785 • Wildwood, FL 34785
Adults, it's your time to shine! Grab your flashlight, search for eggs, and win over 100 cool prizes. Food trucks and cash bar available for purchase. Advance registration required. No...
Campfire Dutch Oven Cooking
March 28 • 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Learn Dutch oven cooking techniques, prepare several cast-iron dishes, and enjoy tasting the results. Pre-registration is required.
April 2026
Eggs in the Park
April 04 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Enjoy a free annual event for children ages 0-12 and their families. The egg hunt begins promptly at 10:00 a.m. and is followed by games and relays.
Easter Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt
April 04 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Millennium Park • 1300 Huey Street • Wildwood, FL 34785
Hunt for eggs, win cool prizes, enjoy the kids' zone, check out offerings available for purchase from food trucks, and take a picture with the Easter Bunny. Don't forget your...
Project Learning Tree for Kids
April 20 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Dade Battlefield Historic State Park • 7200 Battlefield Parkway • Bushnell, Florida 33513
Engage students in an immersive educational experience at Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, using indoor and outdoor activities to explore nature in a fun and engaging way. This session utilizes the...
Arbor Day
April 24, 2026 • 10:00 AM • Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park • 600 Walker Rd. • Wildwood, FL 34785
Join us as we plant a new tree in honor of Arbor Day. Enjoy an official proclamation, speakers, entertainment, light refreshments, and giveaways.
Spring Cornhole Tournament
April 25 • 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM • Wildwood Community Center • 6500 Powell Rd., Wildwood, FL 34785 • 6500 Powell Rd., Wildwood, FL 34785, FL 34785
Bring your A-game and best toss. Whether you're a seasoned pro or backyard beginner, this is your chance to showcase your skills. Prizes for all participants. Lunch is included.
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