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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
ORLANDO, Fla. (January 7, 2025) — Craft beer and wine lovers, mark your calendars. Otter Fest is back at Wekiva Island on Jan. 25. The yearly celebration of all things […]
If you’ve ever been to Wekiva Island in December, you know it can be pretty magical. Thousands of twinkling lights, a Christmas Tree Forest, regular “snow” flurries floating through the […]
The weather is getting (slightly) cooler, and spirits are bright. There’s no denying that the holidays are right around the corner here in Florida! And for those looking to celebrate, […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 15, 2024) — From swaying eelgrass to hanging Spanish moss, basking alligators to silent deer, the Wekiva River is full of treasured sights typically hidden to all but […]
Many people in Central Florida know us at Wekiva Island as a fun place to grab a bite or beverage, take a dip in the river, or paddle along with […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (October 23, 2024) — Good food. Florida fall weather. A beautiful riverside location. It’s no surprise that Central Florida Fall EggFest has become a tradition. On Nov. 2, the […]
Attendees can enjoy a low country seafood boil with a pound of jumbo shrimp, steamed clams, potatoes, corn and sausage. Tickets will also include three pours of 3 Daughters Brewing […]
Every year, the Kona Luau marks the end of summer at Wekiva Island, but it also marks something special for us: Our birthday! This year, it’s extra sweet, because we […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (Sept. 13, 2024) — Central Florida has dozens of ways to celebrate the holidays, but if you want to do it in true Florida fashion, there’s only one […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (Sept. 3, 2024) — Grab your crew and dress to impress—it’s time for Seminole County’s best Halloween celebration. Wekiva Island will once again host its Halloween Party & […]
Whenever you walk on to the grounds of Wekiva Island, you are met with signs. Signs that greet you, explain the rules and give you the lay of the land. […]
If you’ve ever been to Wekiva Island, you have probably seen our passion for the environment on display. Located near our Solar Array and Without a Paddle Café, we even […]
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
If you’ve been to Wekiva Island recently—especially if you’ve taken advantage of our kayak rentals or canoe rentals—you’ve probably noticed one of our latest passion projects. Orlando muralist Christian Stanley
On September 30, 2008, the Weinaug family purchased the old Wekiwa Marina, and Wekiva Island was born. Bill Weinaug had plans for this special property, and over the last 13
Hints of summer are already in the air, and the bright sun, sweltering humidity and unrelenting rise of the mercury will be here before we know it. But, like most
At Wekiva Island, we love a good time—but we’re so much more than that! We strive to share the rare beauty of our home on the Wekiva River with our
Canvases set up in canoes. Easels hiding amidst the trees. Fine art lining the boardwalk. Artists from all over will soon be setting up around Wekiva Island and Wekiwa Springs
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
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!