Most rivers ask you to take their depths on faith. Florida’s spring-fed rivers do the opposite, running so clear that you can count the fish below your hull and watch […]
Most guides to Orlando dining start with theme park restaurants and end with the chains along International Drive. The result is a flattened picture of a city that actually has […]
Forget Orlando’s theme parks; the Wekiva River offers a natural spectacle: a protected cypress forest and spring-fed waterway for authentic, ticket-free wildlife viewing. North of Orlando, early paddlers often spot […]
Many Orlando visitors come for the theme parks. What they don’t expect is that Central Florida sits on one of the most ecologically rich landscapes in the eastern United States. […]
Orlando’s best-kept secret isn’t a theme park; it’s a clear, 72-degree river system fed by ancient aquifers just 20 minutes north of the city. Florida holds the largest concentration of […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (Jan. 21, 2026) — In the last 20 years, the fashions have changed, the technology has evolved and the population of Central Florida has blossomed. But one thing […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (Jan. 6, 2026) — Get ready to sip, sample and savor—riverside! Wekiva Island’s beloved craft beer and wine festival, Otter Fest, is back. Lovers of all things craft […]
There is no shortage of holiday events in Orlando. But at Wekiva Island, we’re confident in saying there’s no other holiday event in Central Florida like ours. Why? Because Wekiva […]
The holiday season is nearly here. If you haven’t already started planning your annual corporate celebration, what are you waiting for? You’re going to want to get together with your […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (Oct. 27, 2025) — There’s no need to leave the Sunshine State for a taste of holiday cheer this season. Wekiva Island is offering guests their very own slice […]
Wekiva Island is home to plenty of quirky pieces of local and family history. From our riverside statues to unique signs in the Tooting Otter, our signature pieces are part […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (Sept. 25, 2025) — Grill master? Big Green Egg enthusiast? Simply looking for some great food and beautiful weather? There’s only one place to be on Nov. 1—Central […]
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
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
Calling all craft beer lovers! There’s only one place to be in Central Florida on January 22. Wekiva Island’s Otter Fest is back! The event will take place from 2
Let’s take you back to elementary school. You’re in the middle of your spelling test and that one word stumps you. You rack your brain and give it your best
You might know us at Wekiva Island for fun days canoeing or kayaking on the Wekiva River, beautiful riverside views or amazing sustainability efforts—and we love all of those things!
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
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
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
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. 🌎
