
Can you spell “Beer for a Year”?
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
SANFORD, Fla. (October 18, 2023) — With a location right on the Wekiva River, Wekiva Island has always had a love of Central Florida’s river otters. In fact, the beloved Seminole […]
On September 30, Wekiva Island is celebrating a milestone anniversary—15 years of fun right here in Central Florida. While we’ll be partying at our annual Kona Luau to celebrate, the […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (September 21, 2023) — Visitors to Wekiva Island might have been lucky enough to see the occasional river otter swimming around in the Wekiva River. Now, they’ll have […]
As a member of the Weinaug family (my brother owns Wekiva Island!), I’ve celebrated countless milestones Island-style. It seems we always find ourselves coming together at the Island. There are […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (September 13, 2023) — With darkness settled over the island, Spanish moss swaying in the breeze and moonlight shining over the silent river, Wekiva Island is the perfect […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (September 6, 2023) — Florida might be the Sunshine State, but Wekiva Island is bringing the Aloha spirit in September with the return of its beloved Kona Luau. […]
If you are a fan of Wekiva Island, you probably know about our passion for sustainability. But did you know we recently started an easy way to compost in Orlando […]
Your guide to Wekiwa Springs kayaking and canoeing The sun is shining. Temps are soaring. Summer is the perfect time to get out and explore all Central Florida has to […]
It was supposed to be a once-in-a-lifetime trip and, in a way, it was … just not the way we were expecting. Every year, I had committed to taking a […]
At Wekiva Island, we like to say that every day is Earth Day. That’s because we work hard every day to live out our mission of sustainability, which is one […]
At Wekiva Island, we are all about practicing sustainability. In fact, it is one of our three pillars, which drive our mission. We have actually taken on the 2030 challenge […]
ORLANDO, Fla. (April 3, 2023) — With sustainability as a core part of its mission and multiple sustainability measures front and center on property, Wekiva Island lives every day like […]

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

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

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

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
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. 🌎