{"id":217961,"date":"2026-04-03T21:32:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T21:32:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/217961\/"},"modified":"2026-04-03T21:32:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T21:32:11","slug":"weekend-digest-central-florida-april-4-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/217961\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend Digest Central Florida April 4 & 5"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your weekend is here, Central Florida! Here’s a look at the news and what events are going on in the area.<\/p>\n

Our first weekend in April will be a pretty warm one with highs well above average. Enjoy a sun-filled sky on Saturday with a stray shower possible early in the afternoon. Highs climb into the middle 80s.<\/p>\n

More sunshine to kick off Easter Sunday, but we’ll develop scattered midday clouds and a few hit and miss showers and storms are expected later in the afternoon. Ahead of any rain, highs top the upper 80s.<\/p>\n

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Take a look at your hour-by-hour forecast<\/a><\/p>\n

THEME PARKS<\/p>\n

Easter Sunrise Service at SeaWorld<\/a>
Sunday | 6:30 a.m. |\u00a0Gather with family and friends for a warm morning of great food, fellowship, and celebration as you continue the joy of Easter together.<\/p>\n

ORANGE<\/p>\n

37th Annual Spring Fiesta in the Park<\/a>
All Weekend |\u00a0Bring the family and take in the beauty of the season at the heart of downtown Orlando as you stroll around Lake Eola while browsing hundreds of unique artist, crafter, and food booths, plus family-friendly fun and live entertainment all weekend long.<\/p>\n

2026 Pokemon Regional Championships<\/a>
All Weekend | Fans can watch competitors battle it out in the\u00a0Pok\u00e9mon Scarlet\u00a0and\u00a0Pok\u00e9mon Violet\u00a0video games, the Pok\u00e9mon Trading Card Game (TCG), and Pok\u00e9mon GO at the Orange County Convention Center.<\/p>\n

Easter Weekend at Boxi Park<\/a>
All Weekend |\u00a0From the excitement of our Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday to a special appearance from the Easter Bunny on Sunday, plus a photo booth to capture it all, it\u2019s the perfect way to celebrate the season at Boxi.<\/p>\n

BREVARD<\/p>\n

Illumi-Nature at Brevard Zoo<\/a>
Ongoing until May 10 |\u00a0This spring the Zoo will transform into a night-time wonderland of glimmering lights from more than 1,000 illuminated whimsical displays of animals, flowers, mythical creatures and more.<\/p>\n

7th Annual Bad Bunny Easter Pub Crawl Cocoa Village 2026<\/a>
Saturday | 6-11 p.m. |\u00a0The eggs have been delivered, and the Easter Bunny is ready to PAR-TAY! He has invited all his furry friends of rodent persuasion and all of us to join him on his bar hop.\u00a050\/50 drawing for The Children\u2019s Hunger Project.<\/p>\n

Easter Brunch at Brevard Zoo<\/a>
Sunday | 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. |\u00a0Start your celebration by participating in an egg hunt with a twist that takes you on an adventure through the Zoo via a fact-led scavenger hunt.\u00a0When it\u2019s time to dine, gather around for a delicious spring-inspired buffet brunch filled with Easter favorites and seasonal flavors.<\/p>\n

FLAGLER<\/p>\n

Flagler Beach Farmers Market<\/a>
Saturday | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Held right in front of City Hall, get ready for another beautiful day of local shopping and discover everything your community has to offer.<\/p>\n

2nd Annual Italian Festival<\/a>
Saturday | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. |\u00a0The Italian Festival will have both indoor & outdoor booths\/activities which will allow families and individuals to enjoy affordable, healthy, and wholesome fun.<\/p>\n

Easter Egg Hunt – Green Heritage Nursery<\/a>
Saturday | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. |\u00a0Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt at Green Heritage Nursery! Bring the kids out for a morning of springtime fun, egg hunting, and outdoor excitement.<\/p>\n

European Village Famers Market<\/a>
Sunday | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Over 40 local vendors selling handmade items, produce, and fruit. Family and pet friendly. Rain or shine. Come out and enjoy the Sunday market and all the Village has to offer. Free parking.<\/p>\n

OSCEOLA<\/p>\n

Easter Egg Hunt at the Farm<\/a>
All Weekend | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. |\u00a0Hippity hop your way to Green Meadows Petting Farm for a spring day full of giggles, fresh air, and egg-citing fun.<\/p>\n

Early Irons Easter Car & Truck Show<\/a>
Saturday | 9 p.m.-2 p.m. |\u00a0Join us for live music with DJ Jennifer, appearances by the Easter Bunny, and thousands of Easter eggs distributed by show car owners.<\/p>\n

Spring Fest at ARTS Unlimited<\/a>
Saturday | Noon-4 p.m. | Enjoy a visit from the Easter Bunny, egg hunts, a petting zoo, live entertainment, giveaways, face painting, caricatures and food vendors.<\/p>\n

Rock & Brews Easter Brunch Buffet<\/a>
Sunday | 10 a.m.-2p.m. | Indulge in a mouthwatering spread of brunch favorites, signature dishes, and sweet treats – perfect for the whole family.\u00a0<\/p>\n

LAKE AND SUMTER<\/p>\n

Town of Howey Annual Easter Egg Dash<\/a>
Saturday | 10 a.m.-Noon |\u00a0Bring the kids and enjoy a morning filled with springtime fun and family activities, including Easter Egg Dash & Golden Egg Hunt, Pictures with Easter Bunny & more.<\/p>\n

Eggs in the Park at Dade Battlefield<\/a>
Saturday | 10 a.m.-Noon |\u00a0Enjoy a free annual event for children ages 0-12 and their families. The egg hunt begins promptly at 10:00 a.m. and is followed by games and relays.<\/p>\n

Easter Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt in Wildwood<\/a>
Saturday | 10 a.m.-Noon |\u00a0Hunt for eggs, win cool prizes, enjoy the kids’ zone, check out offerings available for purchase from food trucks, and take a picture with the Easter Bunny.<\/p>\n

Weekends at the Winery<\/a>
Saturday |\u00a0Noon-4 p.m.\u00a0|\u00a0Enjoy an expansive vineyard green, including delicious food, live entertainment, and of course Lakeridge wines at an outdoor bar in Clermont.<\/p>\n

Easter at Brown’s Adventure Farm<\/a>
All Weekend | Easter only comes once a year. A helicopter dropping thousands of eggs over a real working farm? That’s a memory your kids will ask about every easter for the rest of their lives.<\/p>\n

MARION<\/p>\n

Ocala Easter Egg Roll with Ocala Main Street<\/a>
Saturday | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. |\u00a0This springtime celebration features the traditional egg hunt, egg roll races, crafts, vendors, and food trucks at the Heart of the Park in Tuscawilla.<\/p>\n

SEMINOLE<\/p>\n

Sanford Farmers Market<\/a>
Saturday | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. |\u00a0The market is open every Saturday \u201crain or shine\u201d in downtown beautiful Historic Sanford.<\/p>\n

Hippity Hop Adventure at Central Florida Zoo<\/a>
Saturday | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. |\u00a0This family friendly event features a full day of springtime fun, including conservation-friendly treat stations, a Zoo-wide scavenger hunt for eggs, DJ dance party on the splashpad, and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny.<\/p>\n

Maitland Farmer’s Market<\/a>
Sunday | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. |\u00a0Browse a unique selection of vendors with food, crafts, local products, plants, flowers and produce. Bring the kiddos for inflatables and games in the park. Live music is courtesy of Performing Arts Matter.<\/p>\n

VOLUSIA<\/p>\n

Daytona Beach Easter Beach Run<\/a>
Saturday | 6:15 a.m. |\u00a0The race was first held on Easter Sunday to provide an activity for visiting college students and is now the oldest consecutive footrace in the State of Florida.<\/p>\n

First Saturday Ormond Art Walk<\/a>
Saturday | 3-7 p.m. |\u00a0All art galleries with the Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Garden and many other businesses have their doors open to showcase local and international artists.<\/p>\n

Town of Ponce Inlet Eater Egg Hunt<\/a>
Saturday | 10-11 a.m. |\u00a0The egg hunt begins promptly at 10:00 AM. Ages will be divided into groups. After the egg hunt, get your picture with the Bunny and check out the petting zoo. Be sure to bring your basket!<\/p>\n

Mass at the Daytona Beach Bandshell<\/a>
Sunday | 7:30 a.m. | A joyful celebration filled with music, prayer, and the hope of new life. Bring your family, bring a chair or blanket, and come worship with others. All are welcome!<\/p>\n

Bunny Hop 5K at Gemini Springs Park<\/a>
Sunday | 8 a.m.-Noon |\u00a0This exciting race will run out and back along the Spring-To-Spring Trail starting and finishing in Gemini Springs Park<\/p>\n

For more events going on in your area, check out our Community Calendar<\/a><\/p>\n

1.\u00a0Artemis II crew adjusts to life onboard Orion as it races toward the moon<\/a>
\n2.\u00a0NFL approves Jacksonville Jaguars’ plan to play at Camping World Stadium in 2027<\/a>
\n3.\u00a0Daytona Tortugas celebrate season opener in renovated ballpark<\/a>
\n4.\u00a0Seminole firefighters hosting national All American Challenge this weekend<\/a>
\n5.\u00a0Osceola Magic announcer back calling games after heart transplant<\/a>
\n6.\u00a0Second chances take flight: Inside Maitand\u2019s Audubon Center for Birds of Prey rescue<\/a><\/p>\n

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