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February Festivals Around the Suncoast

| Jodi Schwarzenbach |

Everyone has their favorite Florida month.  Of course, Florida winter months differ drastically from northern counterparts.  Growing up in the north and loving the still of a snowfall and the beauty of the sun shining on dunes of white snow, it was a drastic change to experience my first February in Florida.  What I discovered is the most optimal weather of the year in Florida occurs in February.  Typically, low humidity, sunny skies and a crispness in the air is on tap the whole month of February.  This is likely the precise reason February hosts a variety of fun festivals for locals to enjoy.  We have listed a few fabulous festivals right here in our backyard you do not want to miss.

Jan 31-Feb 2 6th Annual Englewood Seafood & Music Festival-Dearborn Street Plaza, 348 W. Green Street

The fun begins Friday evening at 4PM and admission is free for this emerging festival, back for its sixth year.  Of course, the main objective for this festival is to eat all of the fresh fish and seafood you can manage in three days.  Are you ready?  Succulent scallops, steamed shrimp, scrumptious crab legs and a whole host of tasty creations will be available from a variety of vendors along with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages all for purchase. 

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Live music will be playing all weekend long with bands including The Billy Rice Band, K-Luv, United Funk Foundation and Kettle of Fish.  An artisan’s market will also be held to purchase local handmade wares.  For more information including a complete line-up of bands,

please visit Englewood Seafood & Music Festival – Paragon Festivals.

Jan 31-Feb 9, Charlotte County Fair-Charlotte County Fairgrounds, Port Charlotte

Pizza, popcorn, rollercoasters, livestock, games, and prizes!  Who doesn’t love a day at the fair?  A variety of ticket prices and performances allow families to plan an affordable trip to the local fair.  This is a must do for littles, if only to walk around, grab a funnel cake and enjoy the atmosphere of a fantastic fair.  February 9th is free entry for all students and a gate admission of $5 for seniors.

For more information, please visit 2025 Fair Schedule and Ride Promotions

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Feb 14-16 Thunder by the Bay Music and Motorcycle Festival, Sarasota Fairgrounds

Celebrating 27 years of bikes, tunes and continued support for Suncoast Charities for Children, this cherished event features headliners Blue Oyster Cult, Grand Funk Railroad and Creed Fisher.  In addition to the live music, motorcycle stunt shows, charity bike rides and great eats are guaranteed for these three days of fun.  Admission is $15 in advance or $20 at the gate.  For more information including all events please visit Thunder by The Bay | February 14-16, 2025, | Sarasota Fairgrounds

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Photos courtesy of Charlotte County Fair, Thunder by the Bay and Englewood Seafood Festival Facebook pages and Deposit Photos. 

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