The town of Mount Dora has so much to offer during the Thanksgiving holiday. There are many events to attend, food to eat and other activities for families, couples or anyone looking to enjoy themselves in a beautiful place!
If you’re not one for cooking, check out our list of restaurants offering Thanksgiving Dinner in the Mount Dora area. We’ve also included options for those less fortunate that are in need of a Thanksgiving meal. Â
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Walking Tour of Mount Dora
Join Historic Preservation Planner Shelby Eldridge for an informative talk on the different types of architecture found in our local historic districts. She will be giving you a guided tour, or individual walking if preferred! This presentation is held at the Mount Dora Community Building’s sculpture garden–so don’t miss it!!
Mount Dora Christmas
We’ve covered it all! If you’re looking for Christmas in Mount Dora and Beyond, this is your list!
- Special Holiday Events
- Festivals on the Farm
- Santa Photos and Sightings
- Holiday Shows & Performances
- Small Business Shopping
- Christmas Lights Installation
- Find the Perfect Christmas Tree
- Christmas Light Shows & Displays
- New Year’s Eve
Mount Dora High School Centennial Celebration
Ready to show your Hurricane pride? Come celebrate Mount Dora High’s Centennial Celebration and help support the Stadium Improvement Project! Live music, complimentary appetizers, cash bar. Silent auction with awesome prizes as well as a reverse draw for chances at great giveaways all happening Saturday night from 4-9 pm.
THIS WEEKEND:
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19
LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
Friday Night Karaoke @ Jonesy’s Cafe by Coffee Shop of Horrors – Tavares
Lucky Dukes @ Olive Branch Mediterranean-Italian Grill and Bar
Dallas Tyler Live! @ Tillie’s Tavern & Grill
Live Music on the Deck @ Pisces Rising
International Fridays (Dance)Â @ The Funky Monkey
COMMUNITY EVENTS​
Friday Cruise on The Dora Queen
Antiques & Collectors Extravaganza @ Renningers Mount Dora Flea Market and Antique Center
Cocktails Every Friday Afternoon with the Triangle Connection Group @ Pisces Rising
Festival of Trees @ Lake Square Mall
ART & CREATIVITY​
Reindeer Couple – Set @ Painting with a Twist Mount Dora
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20
LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
Just Us Orlando Productions Preview Show @ The Mount Dora Community Building
Seth Pause @ Brü Tap House
Live Music: Heather Desanctis @ Serendipity Brews
SuperstAtic @ Olive Branch Mediterranean-Italian Grill and Bar
Ruth King Blues – Live Music @ Tillie’s Tavern & Grill
Live Music on the Deck @ Pisces Rising
Mount Dora EDM Night @ The Funky Monkey
Live Music every Saturday and Sunday @ Yalaha Bakery
A Night of Legends @ Living Drama Theater
COMMUNITY EVENTS​
Mount Dora High School Centennial Celebration @ Sunset Park Mount Dora
Walking Tour of Mount Dora @ Mount Dora Community Center
Christmas in The Villages @ Wildwood Community Center
Lake County Pride’s Friendsgiving @ Tavares Dog House
Antiques & Collectors Extravaganza @ Renningers Mount Dora Flea Market and Antique Center
Wine Tasting and Live Music @ Maggie’s Attic
Saturday Cruise on The Dora Queen
Corn Maze 2021 @ Scott’s Maze Adventures
Festival of Trees @ Lake Square Mall
Abominable Snowman Story Time @ Lake Square Mall
Santa Photo Hours @ Lake Square Mall
Light Up The Square – Tree Lighting Celebration @ Lake Square Mall
ART & CREATIVITY​
My friend the Yellow Butterfly – Family Fun @ Painting with a Twist Mount Dora
A Green One getting ready for Christmas @ Painting with a Twist Mount Dora
Oh What Fun Frosty! @ Painting with a Twist Mount Dora
Paint a Desert Scene in Alcohol Inks @ Artisans on fifth
Wood Carvers Club @ Simpson Farm House
Wishes for Christmas Jewelry Show @ Artisans on fifth
