Last updated: October 2026 · every listing links to its official source
Mascotte is a city in south Lake County along SR-50. It was incorporated in 1925 and named for the steamship Mascotte, which also appears on the city seal. The city marked its centennial in 2025 and has been busy upgrading its parks. Here's what to do there, with a source for every listing.
🌳 Parks
Off S. Sunset Blvd. Recently renovated, with a fishing pier, a kayak launch, gazebos and benches. Source: City of Mascotte: Parks & Recreation
750 Park Road. Renovated with new lighting, baseball/softball fields with dugouts, an updated soccer field, a walking path around a retention pond, a play area, and space for food trucks and vendor events. Source: City of Mascotte: Parks & Recreation Quarterly
The Civic Center at 121 N. Sunset Ave. has a pavilion, picnic tables, restrooms and a playground. Palmetto Park on Palmetto Dr. has a basketball court and a playground. Source: City of Mascotte: Our Parks
🏛️ About Mascotte
Incorporated in 1925 and named for the steamship Mascotte, which appears on both the Mascotte and Tampa city seals. Population 6,609 (2020 census). The city celebrated its centennial with a series of events in 2025. Source: Wikipedia: Mascotte, Florida; City of Mascotte Parks & Recreation Quarterly
🎉 Community events & classes
Mondays and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at 121 N. Sunset Ave. $6 at the door, and your first class is free. Source: City of Mascotte: Calendar
The city's Parks & Recreation team runs yearly events such as Trunk or Treat, Hometown Holiday, Donuts with Santa and the Light Up Parade. Check the city calendar for this year's dates. Source: City of Mascotte: Parks & Recreation Quarterly
📅 Events in Mascotte this week
See what's on in Mascotte on our Mascotte events page, or browse the full Lake County calendar. Event times change, so always confirm with the organizer.
More Mascotte events drop every Thursday — see this week's full list →
❓ Quick answers
Where can I fish or kayak in Mascotte?
Sunset Lake Park, off S. Sunset Blvd., has a fishing pier and a kayak launch (City of Mascotte).
How did Mascotte get its name?
Mascotte was named for the steamship Mascotte, which appears on the seals of both Mascotte and Tampa. The city was incorporated in 1925.
Sources
Checked October 23, 2026. Hours and closures change, so confirm with the source before you go.
- City of Mascotte: Parks & Recreation
- City of Mascotte: Parks & Recreation Quarterly
- City of Mascotte: Our Parks
- Wikipedia: Mascotte, Florida; City of Mascotte Parks & Recreation Quarterly
- City of Mascotte: Calendar
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