"Taste" what you've been missing, as local chefs provide samples of their best dishes and compete for your vote! The 4th Annual Taste of the Nature Coast event will take place on Thursday, November 2, 2023, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Suwannee River Fair Pavilion (17851 NW 90 Ave, Fanning Springs, Florida). Guests will sample ... Read more

The Refuge has scheduled five Open Houses at Seahorse Key for 2023.   Wednesday, March 15, 2023 (rain date March 16 or 17) Wednesday, March 29 (rain date March 30 or 31) Saturday, July 1 Friday, October 13 (rain date October 14) Friday, November 10 (rain date November 11)   Visitors can walk up to ... Read more

Prepare to gather in unity and gratitude as the Annual Give Thanks Music Festival - A Salute to Veterans returns to Homestead Park in Williston, Florida, on Saturday, November 11. This cherished annual event is a heartfelt tribute to the courageous men, women, and their families who have selflessly served and sacrificed for our nation's ... Read more

Honoring all who served on November 11, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Kenneth a Schwiebert Pavilion 

Get it on your calendar! The Annual Cedar Key Christmas Tree Lighting will take place on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at 7pm in City Park! As usual, there will be cocoa and hot cider served - be sure to arrive early to partake! Come and join our community!!

The 2023 Christmas parade will be at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. The theme this year is “Winter Wonderland."  Immediately following the Christmas parade is Williston's Winter Wonderland and Light Up Williston in Heritage Park.

Boat Parade of lights and fireworks display on the Suwannee River at dark. The best public viewing areas are at Fort Fanning Park, Anderson boat ramp just across the bridge, or the Suwannee Belle restaurant.