Downtown Winter Garden News

Arts in April: Call to Artists & Volunteers

February 24, 2021

Mark your calendars because there are plenty of upcoming art activities happening in April! Right now, we are on a mission to find great art to display! Keep reading to find out how you can participate in this local arts celebration. This article is directed to artists and volunteers. If you are an artist, please […]

6 Ways to Support Local Charities & Nonprofits

February 17, 2021

In February we celebrate Valentine’s day and show love to those closest to us, but why stop there? February is also the perfect time to show love to your community. There are so many local charities and nonprofits here in Winter Garden that need our love and support. Here are 6 ways you can support […]

City Launches Phase Two of Love Local Campaign

February 12, 2021

The Love Local campaign, launched by the City of Winter Garden last fall, continues in 2021 with a line-up of programs and activities to help small businesses recover from financial losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The intent of the Love Local campaign is to build awareness of the importance of shopping and dining local […]

Share The Love In February

February 5, 2021

Show Love to Local Charities There are so many wonderful local organizations, but in case you are trying to figure out whom to support, here is a list of non-profits from the West Orange Chamber of Commerce: https://biz.wochamber.com/list/category/organizations-non-profit-282. A shout out to the following organizations that have fundraisers under way: Southeastern Food Bank (Division of […]

Valentine Couple - Photo Credit: Cricket’s Photo & Cinema

Top 10 Valentine’s Day Downtown Date Ideas

January 26, 2021

No matter how long you have been together, it’s been said that the most memorable Valentine’s Day gift is time spent together. Fortunately, historic downtown Winter Garden has a number of ways to celebrate the occasion to create a lasting impression. For those wanting some help planning their holiday celebration, here are the Top 10 […]

Catch Visiting Statue at Downtown Plaza

January 19, 2021

Downtown Winter Garden is known as a local gathering place for families, with lots of places for children to play and explore such as the splash pad, caboose, trail, as well as a bookstore, music school; and of course, ice cream and candy shops. Therefore, it is only fitting for Downtown to be selected as […]

Celebrate MLK Day and Black History Month in Winter Garden

January 12, 2021

The City of Winter Garden is hosting a number of family-friendly activities in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Black History Month. Please join us in celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as well as commemorating Black History Month with the following: Pastor Anthony Hodge of […]

Rita’s brings “Ice Custard Happiness” to Downtown

January 5, 2021

Downtown is now even sweeter with the opening of Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard. Offering a variety of irresistible frozen delights made with their famous Italian Ice and Old-Fashioned Frozen Custard, Rita’s friendly staff is excited for its delectable treats to provide a side of happiness. Made fresh daily with real fruit, Rita’s Italian […]

Top 10 Holiday Photo Spots

December 18, 2020

Downtown Winter Garden is idyllically picturesque this time of year exuding Norman Rockwell small town holiday charm. With all the holiday backdrops to choose from, we have compiled the Top 10 Holiday Photo Spots perfect for capturing this year’s memories. #1. Poinsettia Christmas Trees at Centennial Plaza 101 W. Plant Street #2. Holiday Mural Wall […]

Cecilia Lueza Paints Winter Garden’s Second Mural

December 11, 2020

Downtown Winter Garden’s second mural is being painted as we speak and will be ready to unveil later this month. The location of this new mural will be 49. S. Main Street or the northern wall of Doxology. This initiative is a partnership between the City of Winter Garden and the Winter Garden Art Association. The […]

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