Blog – Page 7 – Wekiva Island

The Island

Calling the Wekiva home – the family connection to the Island

Some of my earliest memories with my family took place paddling down the Wekiva River. I can vividly remember stopping by the bait and tackle shop at the Wekiwa Marina […]

Community, The Island

Wekiva Island’s tips for visiting Wekiwa Springs

If you’re new to Central Florida—or even if you’ve lived here awhile—you might have wondered, “Are there springs in Orlando?” If so, you’ve probably heard about Wekiwa Springs, one of […]

Community, Events, Sustainability

An Orlando art tradition: Q&A with Wekiva Paint Out organizer Mary Weinaug

If you’re used to coming to Wekiva Island and seeing kids splashing in the river, people playing sand volleyball and adults lifting a glass while kicking back in an Adirondack […]

Community, Events

17th Wekiva Paint Out returns Feb. 27-March 4

ORLANDO, Fla. (February 9, 2023) — The Wekiva River is already as pretty as a picture. But from Feb. 27 to March 4, it’s going to be a work of […]

Beer & Wine, The Island

Behind the bar: Unique beer and wine you can find at Wekiva Island

If you are an Island regular, you probably know exactly what you’re ordering when you belly up to our outdoor bar near Orlando. Our friendly bartenders might even already be […]

Beer & Wine, Community, Events

Otter Fest craft beer festival returns to Wekiva Island Jan. 21

ORLANDO, Fla. (January 3, 2023) — If you live in Central Florida and love craft beer, there’s only one place to be on January 21: Wekiva Island’s Otter Fest. Attendees […]

Events

Top 5 Orlando Christmas events at Winter Wonderland

It’s the most wonderful time of the year again, and everyone is making a list and checking it twice…a list of the best Orlando Christmas and holiday events, that is! […]

Events

8th Annual Central Florida Fall EggFest Celebrates Big Green Egg, ‘Eggceptional’ Grilled Cuisine

ORLANDO, Fla. (November 8, 2021) — Rock concerts may evoke fandemonium, but it’s the Big Green Egg that gets people smokin’. Charcoal, that is, barbecue, roasting, seasonings and rubs. ‘Eggheads,’ […]

Events

Wekiva Island’s Winter Wonderland returns in 2022 with month of holiday festivities

Wekiva Island’s beloved holiday tradition, Winter Wonderland, is back and growing—literally. This year’s event will feature a 30-foot centerpiece for its sparkling Christmas tree forest, up from 20 feet last […]

Community, Events

Things to do in Orlando this fall and winter

Don’t get us wrong. We love an endless summer. But even true Sunshine State fans get a little excited the first time they step outside in Central Florida to feel […]

Events

Wekiva Island, Gallery CERO debut pandemic art history book

Many people started a hobby during the pandemic. Those behind Wekiva Island and Gallery CERO in Central Florida, however, started a movement. Now, they’re publishing a book to memorialize the […]

The Island

5 Orlando art pieces you can see at Wekiva Island

At Wekiva Island, art holds a special place in our hearts. In fact, it’s one of our core pillars, along with education and sustainability. And we don’t just talk the […]

Blog – Page 7 – Wekiva Island

WEKIVA ISLAND CLOSED SAT, NOV. 1 UNTIL 5:00 P.M.

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!

Join us for our annual Earth Day celebration this Friday, April 24th all day long! Discover all the activities we have in store by clicking “Learn More” below. 🌎

  • 🛍️ Riverside market featuring local vendors and handmade products
  • 🛶 River cleanup with Keep Seminole Beautiful and guided eco paddle with Conservation Florida
  • 🐢 Animal encounters with the Central Florida Zoo and Audubon Center
  • 🎨 Watercolor journaling session and tote bag decorating
  • 🌱 Herb garden workshop with Grow Your Soul
  • And lots more!