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 […]
It’s hard to imagine Wekiva Island without the ever-present flow of the Wekiva River. If you’ve ever done some Wekiva springs kayaking, you understand that. Indeed, the spectacular beauty of
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. 🌎
