Mount Dora Craft Fair
Fall festival · Florida
Historic downtown Mount Dora fills with more than 350 fine art and craft exhibitors for a two-day fair on October 24 and 25, 2026, with food, music, and drinks along the lakefront streets. Sunshine Artist Magazine ranked it the top craft festival in the country in 2021.
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Plan your visit
Sat-Sun, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: December 3–December 7
Color builds from November 20 · mostly bare by December 30
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Mount Dora Craft Fair’s own coordinates and elevation (29 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Mount Dora Craft Fair on the map
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Frequently asked
- When is Mount Dora Craft Fair open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Oct 24 – Oct 25. Sat-Sun, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Mount Dora Craft Fair peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for December 3–December 7 (best estimate December 5). Color starts around November 20 and is mostly bare by December 30.
- What is Mount Dora Craft Fair best for?
- A fall weekend browsing crafts in a lakeside historic town.
- How do I get to Mount Dora Craft Fair?
- The closest city is Orlando, about 24 mi away. It's part of Florida's fall lineup.
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