
Winter Wonderland VIP Party supports exotic animal rescue in Apopka
Lions and tigers and bears, and they’re all in Apopka…oh my! You might now know it, but just a little way from us at Wekiva Island, down a tree-lined street
This statement seems to hold true in describing Hurricane Dorian….slow and steady. Wekiva Island is no stranger to major catastrophes. We have survived fires and the terrible flooding Hurricane Irma […]
Our owner, Bill Weinaug, and his long-time friend, Russ Heiken, first met at Penn State University while getting their Architectural Engineering Degrees. Bill strategically transformed the basement of his rental […]
From our owner, Bill Weinaug If you follow us on Mary’s Facebook, you know we just got back from Alaska. Their license plate’s tag line is “the last frontier”. I’d say, […]
Most Central Floridians know it: On those sweltering summer days, there’s nothing like a dip in a cool, refreshing natural spring. But because they’re such go-tos in the summer, the […]
If you’ve ever been sitting riverside at Wekiva Island, soaking up the Florida sun and sipping on some of Southern Tier Brewing Co.’s beer, you might have noticed the phrase […]
It’s a hot day, and you’re out and about. It’s easy to reach into the fridge or stop on your way to pick up an ice-cold water bottle to quench […]
With Memorial Day and Independence Day taking center stage, there’s another patriotic holiday that is often overlooked—Flag Day. Not this year! Our team at Wekiva Island partnered with Heroes Strong […]
There is something to be said about learning from the past, applying it to today, and using that knowledge to chart your course for the future. This holds true for […]
At Wekiva Island, we’re passionate about caring for the environment we live in – the delicate ecosystems, amazing wildlife, beautiful plant life and of course, our planet. Since sustainability is […]
Today we made a difference. For more than a century, the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey has encouraged people to take care of the places that make Florida special. […]
As my first blog, I thought it might work best to set the stage for future blogs to come. For those that don’t know us as our community does, this […]

Lions and tigers and bears, and they’re all in Apopka…oh my! You might now know it, but just a little way from us at Wekiva Island, down a tree-lined street

Winter Wonderland at Wekiva Island is one of our favorite times of the year. Originally started as a boat parade with a massive turnout, the event has developed into an Orlando

From sledding down our real snow slide and seeing your favorite holiday characters to the excitement of special events like the VIP Party or Breakfast With Santa, finding something

“What is Chiavetta’s Chicken?” I heard one of our guests ask this as they perused the Fire Pit Friday menu signs the other day. The thought of half chickens being

After hearing stories of the Lighted Boat Parades the River Rats used to hold annually at the old Wekiwa Marina, I thought it would be fun to recreate those memories

Wekiva Island has long been known in Central Florida as the premier destination to have some fun and experience the natural elements that make the Sunshine State unique. Paddleboard Orlando

Calling all Eggheads, enthusiasts and eaters! Central Florida Fall EggFest is back and ready to serve up the best that Big Green Egg grills can offer. The annual event allows

We all know Wekiva Island as somewhere to hang out with loved ones, grab a drink and float down the amazing Wekiva River exploring the real Florida. What most people

Wekiva Island means business when it comes to our mission, and our passion for sustainability drives those efforts. It means so much that we had the toolbox that helps us

This statement seems to hold true in describing Hurricane Dorian….slow and steady. Wekiva Island is no stranger to major catastrophes. We have survived fires and the terrible flooding Hurricane Irma
This Saturday, Wekiva Island will be closed until 5:00 p.m. for our annual Fall Egg Fest. We’d love for you to join the fun—grab your ticket and be part of the festivities. After 5:00 p.m., the Island will reopen and welcome guests as usual.
Join Wekiva Island and 3 Daughters Brewing this Saturday for a seafood feast benefiting the Central Florida Zoo. Enjoy a pound of jumbo shrimp, clams, corn, potatoes, sausage, and three pours of beer, all for $45!