Looking for fun and adventure this weekend? Here are our major picks of events taking place within the Tampa Bay and Orlando areas. Let us know if we missed anything else that could be fun do this weekend.
Things you can do this weekend: June 10-12
Orlando area
Titusville Sea Turtle Festival
Discover more about conservation efforts during a Turtle Talk, try out fashions inspired by the sea, take part in a beach cleanup and see kayak demonstrations at the sixth annual festival, now two days. You can also reserve a spot for an evening turtle-watching session on Playalinda Beach. Food trucks and live music will supply entertainment. When: Friday-Saturday. Where: Downtown Titusville and Canaveral National Seashore. More information
Daytona Island Festival
Flock to Daytona Beach for food trucks and tents, beer, vendors, tropical drinks and live music celebrating island life. Jimmy Buffett tribute band Gary Roland and The Landsharks are among the performers. When: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday. Where: Downtown Daytona Beach. More information
26th Annual Harvest Festival
Bring the family to stomp grapes at Lakeridge Winery in Clermont. More than 80 artists will display their works, and enjoy wine tastings, beer, food and live music as you get to steppin’. Cost: $2 donation to help Hospice Foundation. When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Sunday. Where: Lakeridge Winery, 19239 U.S. 27 North, Clermont. More information
Tampa Bay area
Journey, the Doobie Brothers, Dave Mason
No, it won’t be Steve Perry fronting for Journey and no, it won’t be Michael McDonald on vocals and keys with the Doobies. However, it’s going to certainly be a night of hits from beginning to end for fans on hand to discover the two bands along with Dave Mason Friday night at the Mid-Florida Credit Union Amphitheater, 4802 U.S. 301, Tampa, FL, 33610. Shows starts at 7 p.m. Tickets.
World Oceans Day Clean-Up
Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful wants volunteers to come out with their kayaks, canoes, paddleboards or motorboats to spend a couple of hours removing litter and debris from the Hillsborough River. Efforts start at 8:30 a.m. at Water Works Park, 1710 North Highland Ave., Tampa.
Repticon Tampa
The Florida International Reptile Show returns to its original venue, the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 N U.S. Highway 301, Tampa, 33610, after 3 years in alternate venues throughout the Bay area. Enjoy presentations and events showcasing everything from turtles to geckos to crocodiles. Runs Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $10 and up. More information
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