August is a great month to experience the variety of festivals that Florida has to offer. From conventions to food and drink festivals to cultural events, there's something for everyone this month!
Disney starts its two popular fall festivals in August, but if you can't get to them now, don't worry. Both run through November.
August 16 - November 1, 2019
Location: Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World, Florida
August 29 - November 23, 2019
Location: Epcot World Showcase, Walt Disney World
With all the heat this summer, if you're going to be outside for a festival you want to do it with a cold drink in hand. Here are some of the best events to keep you hydrated:
August 16, 2019
Location: Confidante Hotel, Miami Beach, Florida
August 17 - 18, 2019
Location: Lakeridge Winery and Vinery, Clermont, Florida
August 29 - September 2, 2019
Location: Key West, Florida
August 31, 2019
Location: Julian B. Riverfront Park, Tampa, Florida
As always, there are tons of great food events happening throughout Florida. Here are some of the best ones:
August 1 - September 30, 2019
Location: Miami, Florida
August 3, 2019
Location: Morean Arts Center, St. Pete, Florida
August 8 - 11, 2019
Location: Key West, Florida
August 23 - September 30, 2019
Location: Orlando, Florida
There are lots of events at this time of year to celebrate some of the diversity that makes Florida great. Check them out to explore the food and entertainment of different cultures!
August 2 - 4, 2019
Location: The Little Haiti Cultural Complex, Miami, Florida
August 10, 2019
Location: Fishermen's Village, Punta Gorda, Florida
August 10, 2019
Location: Downtown Jacksonville, Florida
August 31 - September 1, 2019
Location: Emerald Coast Convention Center, Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Experience the best of Florida's art scene at these fun events and festivals
July 27 - August 18, 2019
Location: Miami, Florida
August 24, 2019
Location: Fishermen's Village, Punta Gorda, Florida
August 30 - September 1, 2019
Location: George Core Park, Port St. Joe, Florida
August 30 - September 1, 2019
Location: Panama City Beach, Florida
August 30 - September 1, 2019
Location: Tampa, Florida
August 31 - September 1, 2019
Location: 401 W Venice Ave, Venice, Florida
There are tons of unique events and festivals in August if none of the above events are for you. These are the ones you don't want to miss:
August 2 - 4, 2019
Location: Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, Florida
August 3, 2019
Location: Wausau, Florida
August 9 - 11, 2019
Location: Wyndham Orlando Resort, Orlando, Florida
August 16 - 19, 2019
Location: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida
August 17 - 18, 2019
Location: Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, Orlando, Florida
August 23 - 25, 2019
Location: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida
August 30 - September 2, 2019
Location: Cocoa Beach, Florida
August 31, 2019
Location: Gulfport, Florida
August 31 - September 2, 2019
Location: Lake Okeechobee, Florida