Historic Downtown Sanford, Florida just 20 minutes north of Orlando, is a global destination featuring award-winning restaurants, craft breweries, gastropubs, world-class events and concerts, one of Central Florida’s most vibrant art communities and a spectacular marina for fishing, boating and river dinner cruises.
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Asian Lantern Festival
Experience the spectacular ‘Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild’!
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Things To Do
If you're looking for something cool to do, you've come to the right place! Endless things await you!
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Craft Beer Scene
Our breweries and beer gardens—all located within a short walking distance of one another—will make any visitor happy (hoppy)!
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Bars & Restaurants
Award winning restaurants, farm to table, craft beer breweries and beer gardens to please every palate!
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Local Events
Our events are epic! From craft beer festivals to food truck events to music concerts, we have it all!
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Craft Cocktails
Whether you’re pining for a dry Martini or an over-the-top tiki drink, Historic Downtown Sanford is the place for you!
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32nd Annual Sanford Holiday Tour of Homes by Sanford Historic Trust
The Sanford Historic Trust is preparing to once again bring Historic Downtown Sanford a “must-see” event, as the 32nd Annual...
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is Now Open
A dazzling display of color, light and sound is now open at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. Central...
Over 50 Craft Beers on Tap, Sushi & Korean Street Food, Celery City is the Craft Beer Spot
Historic Downtown Sanford is known for many things, craft beer being one of them. It is home to many fantastic...
Sanford Food Truck Fiesta: Monthly Family Fun – Photo Gallery
There's no better way to spend a Saturday evening than in Historic Downtown Sanford enjoying an event featuring some amazing...
Award Winning Sushi and Korean Street Fare from Sushi and Seoul
Chef Al Ruiz is creating rave-worthy sushi and Korean-inspired street fare at Sushi & Seoul in residence at Celery City...
51-Room Boutique Hotel, 32 Townhomes Coming to West Side of Historic Downtown Sanford
A 51-room hotel may soon be located on the corner of 1st St. and Oak Ave in Historic Downtown Sanford,...
Best Spots For Coffee & Tea in Historic Downtown Sanford
Looking to stay properly caffeinated while “Sanfording” around Historic Downtown Sanford? Whether you need a quiet spot with WiFi to...
DIY Dessert Crawl for a Sweet Surprise in Historic Downtown Sanford
Ready for some sweetness in your life? Historic Downtown Sanford has a plethora of dessert options to satisfy your sweet...
From Keto to Vegan, Historic Downtown Sanford has Good Eats For All!
Dining out in Sanford but worried about sticking to your particular diet or choice of healthy eating lifestyle? Historic Downtown...
Cocktail Crawl in Historic Downtown Sanford
Cocktails You Must Try In Sanford Cocktail Crawls is what Sanfording is all about! Thankfully fantastic bars can be found...
Henry’s Depot A Foodie Hot Spot in Historic Downtown Sanford
Historic Downtown Sanford’s foodie cred was cemented with the addition of its very own food hall. Henry’s Depot Culinary Collective...
Tapping into Sanford’s Craft Beer Scene
Do you have a thirst for delicious craft beer? Historic Downtown Sanford’s breweries and beer gardens—all located within a short...
Shaken and Stirred: Sanford’s Craft Cocktail Corner
Whether you’re pining for a dry Martini or an over-the-top tiki drink, Historic Downtown Sanford is the place for you....
$55M Lakefront Catalyst Site Project ‘Heritage Park’ Receives Site Plan Approval
Moves Forward with Development of Three City Blocks in Historic Downtown Sanford Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Sanford...
Savoring The Restaurant Scene in Historic Downtown Sanford
Some of the best dining options in Central Florida are all within walking distance of each other in Historic Downtown...
Promoting Weekend Getaways in Historic Downtown Sanford
Historic Downtown Sanford is too good to keep a secret. Recently we hosted a team of Instagrammers and bloggers from...
