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5thChieflandChiefland Watermelon Festival
Celebrate one of the primary products of this area. Call 352-493-1849 for more information.
19thSteinhatcheeNaughti Girls Fishing Tournment
The Steinhatchee Community Projects Board hosts its first ever “Naughti Girls” ladies fishing tournament on Sat, June 19, 2010.For more info call Shari at River Haven 352-498-0709, Danielle at Sea Hag 352-498-3008 or Rhoda at 352-498-7376.
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3rdManatee Springs State ParkFamily Play Day
Manatee Springs celebrates the Florida State Park`s 75th year. Family Fun for all ages, Join in on the games, such as horseshoe competition, sack races, swimming relay, three legged race and much more!
3rdWilliston Horseman`s ParkJuly Fourth Celebration
This year our event will take place on Saturday, July 3rd.Parade begins on Noble Ave. at 5:00 pm. Immediately after the parade festivities continue at Horseman’s Park . The gates open at 6:00 pm, opening ceremonies take place at 7:00 pm, Park admission is free (parking donation of $2.00 per carload is accepted), we feature entertainment all evening long, free rides for the children and arts, crafts & food vendors. Fireworks begin at dusk.
4thCedar KeyClamerica and July Fourth Celebration
One of the biggest Cedar Key celebrations.
10thCedar KeyLighthouse Open House
Free open house 9-4 at the Seahorse Key Lighthouse at Cedar Key in the Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge.
21stCedar Key Community CenterSummer Family Concert
A very special bluegrass music event. Valerie Smith and Liberty Pike, one night only. 7 pm. Tickets $10 each at door, children under 12 free.Contact Marci Wilcox 813-215-0050 for more information
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14thSuwannee River2nd Annual Pure Water Wilderness River Cleanup
Pure Water Wilderness (Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy Tourist Development Board) will be sponsoring their "2nd Annual Suwannee River Clean-Up" paddling event.The event is free; we have a limited number of canoes available for use by the participants or bring your own. Must call (352) 463-3467 to reserve a canoe and register.The first 50-paddlers to register will receive a beautiful t-shirt highlighting the event as well everyone will be provided lunch.The event will begin at 9:00 a.m. at various locations along the Suwannee River and will end around 2:00 p.m. with lunch and chances to win some great prizes. Co-sponsored by Progress Energy and Quit-Doc

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14thLevy County between Bronson and TrentonFourth Annual Tourism Summit
Visit www.pwwchambercoalition.com for more information and advanced registration.
18th to 25thThe Gulf CoastHidden Coast Paddling Festival
The Hidden Coast Paddling Festival will take place Sept. 18th through the 25th starting at Cedar Key, then Suwannee and Horseshoe Beach, and ending at Steinhatchee.
18thCedar Key 2nd StreetCedar Key Kayak Fishing Tournament
The Cedar Key Kayak Fishing Club and the Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce presents the Cedar Key Kayak Fishing Tournament with fun and prizes. This also kicks off the 8 day Hidden Coast Paddling Festival.
18thBlack Prong Equestrian CenterObstacle Horse Train Challenge
Starts 9 am. There will be divisions: Novice, Advanced and In-Hand. Overnight accommodations available including stalls and paddocks. Contact 352-486-1234 or go to the website for more information.
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2ndWillistonCentral Florida Fall Harvest
One of the longest running festivals in this area to celebrate a major product. Call 352-528-5552 for more information.
14th to 21stSuwannee RiverPaddle Florida
Paddle the Suwannee from Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park to Manatee Springs State Park.
16th to 17thCedar Key41st Annual Seafood Festival
Come see the exhibits and eat great Cedar Key Seafood. Contact 352-543-5600 for more details.
30thBronsonBronson Pumpkin Festival
Call 352-486-6150 for more information.
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6thInglis on Highway 40Withlacoochee Blue Grass Festival
Contact: 352-465-1842
20th to 21stYankeetownInglis-Yankeetown Seafood and Art Festival

27th to 28thManatee Springs State ParkClay Landing Days
Celebrate the days gone by. Call 352-493-6072 for more information.
November, 29th to
December, 7th
Chiefland27th Annual Log Cabin Quilter`s Show
Call 352-493-2801 for more information
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November, 29th to
December, 7th
Chiefland27th Annual Log Cabin Quilter`s Show
Call 352-493-2801 for more information
4thChieflandChiefland Christmas Celebration
Call 352-493-1849 for more information.
10thWillistonLight Up Williston
Contact 352-528-5552 for more information.
11thFanning SpringsFestival of Lights and Boat Parade
This is the 22nd annual Festival of Lights in Fanning Springs, right on the Suwannee River. Contact 352-463-9089.