Winter is a fantastic time of year around Florida communities, offering a great mix of indoor and outdoor activities for the whole family to enjoy. That includes a busy schedule of winter events and festivals, covering everything from book festivals to 24-hour auto races. Our real estate agents have more in our guide to winter festivals and events to kick off the new year around Florida.

• JAX Urban Book Festival – 135 W. Monroe St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  The JAX Urban Book Festival made its debut in 2024 to rave reviews, and this free event is back for 2025 with two great days of activities. On January 24, 2025, there will be Aspiring Author Workshops and an Author VIP Happy Hour, both hosted at The Jessie. On January 25, 2025, the fun moves to James Weldon Johnson Park, with the full JAX Urban Book Festival featuring an author showcase, book market, children's book giveaways, silent auctions, and much more.

• Mamma Mia! – 445 S Magnolia Ave., Orlando, FL 32801
  Broadway and big-screen sensation Mamma Mia! is touring the country, with your chance to see it in Orlando coming up on January 14-26, 2024. A feel-good show backed by the classic music of ABBA, Mamma Mia! has been delighting audience members of all ages for more than two decades.

• Our Dream Wedding Expo – 400 W. Livingston St., Orlando, FL 32801
  Planning a very special day in 2025? Find inspiration for your wedding plans and connect with tons of excellent service providers at the Our Dream Wedding Expo. It's not just vendors, either, as there's tons of entertainment including a Bridal Fashion Show on the runway, along with Bridal Games and the Game of Grooms Show. Look forward to it all on January 12, 2025, starting at 1:00 PM.

• Rolex 24 at Daytona – 1801 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
  The Rolex 24 at Daytona is one of the biggest races of the year in Florida, with multiple days of excitement for you to enjoy from January 23-26, 2025. With a challenging, 24-hour race which tests the endurance of every team as the centerpiece, the entire weekend is packed with motorsports excitement. Purchasing tickets for the race also grants access to the Roar Before The Rolex 24, with three days of testing and practice from January 17-19, 2025.

• Daytona Freeride – 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
  From roaring around the track, we move to bounding across the waves. Daytona Freeride is a four-day event celebrating all things jet ski, centered around freestyle trick competitions with jet ski legends soaring above the waves to compete for the top prize. The event is considered the largest gathering of personal watercraft enthusiasts in the United States. Find it at the Hard Rock Hotel on January 16-19, 2025.

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