Fall is in full swing in Mount Dora, and there's plenty happening around town this weekend. From pumpkin patches and a downtown festival with a drone show to concerts, wine tastings, and live entertainment, October 15–18 offers something for nearly everyone.

Here's your guide to what's happening around Mount Dora this weekend.

Thursday, October 15

Chamber Business After Hours at Mount Dora Bistro

The Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce and Contracts Are Us are hosting October's Business After Hours at Mount Dora Bistro. Guests can enjoy live saxophone by Lucas Justice, with the first drinks covered by the sponsors. Chamber members and prospective members are welcome.

5:30–7 p.m. | Mount Dora Bistro | Free admission

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Friday, October 16

TRIXTER at Mount Dora Music Hall

Friday night brings a blast from the 1980s as rock band TRIXTER takes the stage at Mount Dora Music Hall with special guests The 789's.

Known for hits like "Give It to Me Good," "One in a Million," and "Surrender," the band is bringing its signature glam-rock sound to downtown Mount Dora for one night.

7 p.m. (doors at 6 p.m.) | Mount Dora Music Hall, 520 N. Baker St. | Tickets from $30

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Saturday, October 17

Great Scott Farms Fall Festival & Corn Maze

For a classic fall outing, Great Scott Farms offers a corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm tours, giant jumping pillow, 60-foot slide, children's play areas, and food and drink vendors.

The seasonal festival runs on weekends through November 15, giving families plenty of opportunities to enjoy the farm's autumn attractions.

10 a.m.–5 p.m. | 26216 County Road 448A | Ticketed

AMVETS Post 1992 Annual Fall Festival

AMVETS Post 1992 is opening its annual Fall Festival to the community, with live entertainment by Tripwire, food, games, raffles, and auctions.

It's a chance to enjoy an afternoon out while supporting a local veterans organization.

Begins at noon | 32201 AMVETS Way | Free admission

Oktoberfest at Eden Abbey

Eden Abbey Brewing Community is celebrating Oktoberfest with German-inspired food, beer specials, games, and live music.

The festivities bring an Oktoberfest atmosphere to the Mount Dora brewery, with entertainment and games beginning at 4 p.m.

Live music and games from 4 p.m. | 405 S. Highland St.

Mount Dora Fall Festival at Sunset Park

The City of Mount Dora is hosting a free evening of fall festivities in the heart of downtown.

The Mount Dora Fall Festival includes live music, food, children's activities, a Parade of Scarecrows benefiting the Karla Kay Foundation, and live art by Acrylic Beats, featuring artist Sergio creating artwork to music.

The evening also features a drone show, giving families another reason to spend Saturday night downtown.

5–9 p.m. | Sunset Park | Free admission

Maggie's Attic Wine Tasting

Maggie's Attic hosts its third-Saturday wine tasting, featuring more than 20 wines to sample.

Guests can discover new favorites and purchase bottles at special tasting prices. The downtown wine shop hosts these popular tastings on the first and third Saturdays of each month.

6–8 p.m. | Maggie's Attic | $15.75 advance tickets

ABBA Euphoria at Mount Dora Music Hall

Saturday night is for the dancing queens.

ABBA Euphoria brings a Las Vegas-born tribute to the Swedish supergroup to Mount Dora Music Hall, featuring live vocals, choreography, costumes, and a multimedia stage production.

Audiences can sing along to classics like "Dancing Queen," "Mamma Mia," "Waterloo," and "The Winner Takes It All."

7 p.m. (doors at 6 p.m.) | Mount Dora Music Hall, 520 N. Baker St. | Ticketed

Sunday, October 18

Great Scott Farms Fall Festival

The fall festivities continue Sunday at Great Scott Farms, with the corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm activities, food vendors, and attractions open for another day.

10 a.m.–5 p.m. | 26216 County Road 448A | Ticketed

Mount Dora Village Market

The weekly Mount Dora Village Market returns to Sunset Park, bringing local vendors offering produce, specialty foods, handcrafted goods, and other market finds.

The Sunday market is a popular way to spend the morning downtown before visiting nearby restaurants and shops.

9 a.m.–2 p.m. | Sunset Park

Halloween Pet Parade & Costume Contest

Downtown Mount Dora is going to the dogs Sunday afternoon as Piglets Pantry hosts its annual Halloween Pet Parade & Costume Contest.

Pets and their owners are invited to dress up and compete in categories including cutest, spookiest, funniest, most creative, and best family group.

Local animal rescues will also participate, with registration proceeds benefiting rescue organizations. Spectators can enjoy the festivities for free.

4 p.m. (registration at 3:30 p.m.) | Sunset Park | Free to watch; pet registration $10–$12

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Live Music & Entertainment Around Mount Dora

Looking for somewhere to enjoy music, dinner, or drinks? Here's a quick look at local entertainment throughout the weekend.

Thursday, October 15

Whiskey Kitchen — Live music from 5–8 p.m., with food, cocktails, and whiskey selections.

Magical Meat Boutique — Thursday karaoke night at the downtown British pub.

Friday, October 16

Pisces Rising — Live waterfront music from 7–10 p.m., weather permitting.

The Yardery — Friday evening live music in its outdoor courtyard.

Eden Abbey Brewing Community — Friday night live music, craft beer, and gastropub dining.

Tremain's Tavern at Lakeside Inn — Live piano entertainment from 6–9 p.m.

Mount Dora Bistro — Friday cabaret with dinner and live entertainment.

Saturday, October 17

Pisces Rising — Live waterfront music from 7–10 p.m., weather permitting.

The Yardery — Saturday evening live music, drinks, and yard games.

Eden Abbey Brewing Community — Oktoberfest entertainment, with music and games beginning at 4 p.m.

Magical Meat Boutique — Live music after 8 p.m., plus the pub's $32 prime rib dinner with six sides.

Tremain's Tavern at Lakeside Inn — Live piano entertainment from 6–9 p.m.

Mount Dora Bistro — Saturday's La Cage Brunch: Les Girls Encore features cabaret performances, followed later by Apéro in Paris with an open bar and Club Privé nightlife.

Sunday, October 18

Pisces Rising — Live music overlooking Lake Dora from noon–3 p.m., weather permitting.

Eden Abbey Brewing Community — Live brunch music from 12:30–2:30 p.m., followed by another performance from 5–7:30 p.m.

Magical Meat Boutique — All-day British-style Sunday brunch and BOGO mimosas.

Happening Throughout October: Mount Dora Art League Pumpkin Fundraiser

The Mount Dora Art League is holding its Papier-Mâché Pumpkin Fundraiser throughout October.

The seasonal fundraiser features handmade pumpkin creations from local artists and continues through October 31.

Looking Ahead: The 42nd Annual Mount Dora Craft Fair, October 24–25

Next weekend, downtown Mount Dora will welcome one of its biggest events of the year.

The 42nd Annual Mount Dora Craft Fair returns October 24–25, bringing more than 350 exhibitors to downtown streets for two days of handcrafted art, jewelry, woodworking, textiles, festival food, shopping, and entertainment.

The nationally recognized festival draws visitors from across Florida and beyond, making it one of the busiest weekends of the year for local shops and restaurants.

October 24–25 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m. both days | Downtown Mount Dora | Free admission

For more events and community happenings, visit the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce calendar.