The Lake Life

Your weekly guide to the best of Lake County, Florida

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What you'll get every Thursday

One short email. Everything worth knowing about this week in Lake County.

Events Worth Going To

5 curated weekend picks delivered every Thursday so you always have a plan.

Hidden Gems

The parks, trails, and spots most locals walk right past — until now.

Community Stories

The people and small businesses making Lake County a great place to live.

What's Happening in Lake County

Real events this March. No fluff, no filler — just stuff worth doing.

Pups in the Park

Sat March 21 · 8:30 AM

Lake Hiawatha Preserve, Clermont

Free dog-friendly morning at the preserve. Bring your pup, meet the neighbors.

Absolute Queen Tribute

March 2026

CPAC, Clermont

One of Florida's best Queen tribute bands live at the Clermont Performing Arts Center.

Just Keep Rolling Run Club

Every Tuesday · 6:30 PM

Mount Dora

Weekly 5K through downtown Mount Dora. Show up, run, earn a free beer after.

Lakeridge Winery Tours

Weekends · 11 AM / 1 PM / 3 PM

Lakeridge Winery, Clermont

Free guided tours of Florida's largest premium winery. Tastings included.

Saturday Farmers Market

Every Saturday Morning

Downtown Leesburg

Local produce, baked goods, and handmade crafts from Lake County vendors.

Flat Island Preserve

Open Daily · Free

Leesburg

2,600 acres of trails with zero crowds. One of Central Florida's best-kept secrets.

A peek inside the newsletter

Here's the kind of thing you'll find in your inbox every Thursday.

This week's issue

This Weekend in Lake County

  • Saturday Market — Downtown Mount Dora
  • Flat Island Preserve — Leesburg · 2,600 acres, zero crowds
  • Hickory Point Park — Lake Harris · Best-kept park in the county
  • Lakeridge Winery — Clermont · Free tours, great views
  • Tavares Waterfront — Watch the seaplanes land

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