Highlights from the Winter Springs City Commission January 12th meeting, including stormwater, public safety, development, and community updates.
Central Florida Scottish Highland Games 2026: What to Know Before You Go
The Central Florida Scottish Highland Games return to Winter Springs this January. Explore what to expect in 2026, including parking, event tips, and how to plan your visit.
Winter Springs Events
Explore the vibrant heart of our community with Winter Springs events! This page is your go-to guide for all the exciting, family-friendly activities and gatherings our city offers throughout the year.
I’m thrilled to share that Winter Springs’ 2024 Events and Programs Calendar, recently approved by the City Commission, promises a year brimming with memorable experiences. Our lineup includes a variety of family-friendly events, reflecting our city’s commitment to fostering community spirit for all ages.
For those eager to contribute, we offer diverse sponsorship and vending opportunities, allowing you to play a key role in enriching these events. For any inquiries about the 2024 events or participation options, please reach out to our Recreation and Events Manager, Hannah, at hkirsch@winterspringsfl.org.
Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders: A Day with the League of Women Voters of Seminole County
Last week, we participated in the South Seminole Academy’s (SSA) Girls in Government Event!
The event was hosted by the League of Women Voters Organization for their annual ‘Girls in Government’ event.
SSA is a magnet school with a focus on leadership, law and advanced studies. The students were hand-selected by their teachers to attend this event based on their strong interest in pursuing government careers.
Students engaged in conversations about women’s right to vote, asked thought provoking questions about the voting process, and had the opportunity to have conversations with guests from the League of Women Voters and SCPS School Board Members, along with Florida Representatives Anna Eskamani and Rachel Plakon.
Both speakers shared their empowering stories and information about their responsibilities as women working in the government.
Representative Eskamani, member of the Florida House of Representatives from the 42nd district discussed her upbringing as a Florida native from a culturally diverse background. She encouraged the young women by stating, “Always lead with grace, grit, but don’t forget who you are. Be yourself. Don’t try to fit in a box and be someone you’re not. That’s the strongest you that you could be. Anything is possible, if someone like me can do this, you can too!”
Representative Plakon who currently serving for the 36th district added that her challenge was having a child during her primary, but her dreams of working in government did not stop! She encourages women to never stop chasing their dreams, and to be an advocate. “Don’t put your dreams hold because tough times will not last forever. Women have inner grit. I encourage you to keep on doing the right thing, like what you see in the mirror, and believe in yourself.”
Dr. Lynnette Gonzalez, Instructional Coach and Magnet Facilitator who helped to organize and lead this event said, “I hope the students see themselves represented with the leaders here today and hope this can empower them to reach their goals and understand there is a need for women to speak out and be part of the decision-making process in this country. I hope they leave this event inspired and ready to lead!”
Easter Egg Hunt 2023 Winter Springs, Florida
The annual Egg Hunt tradition at Central Winds Park was a hopping good time for all who attended! Children ranging in age from 2 to 12 brought their baskets and participated in a park-wide egg hunt with fun and prizes for everyone. It was truly an egg-citing event!
The highlight of the day was the special golden egg, which held a big surprise for the lucky child who found it. With advanced registration required, the event was well-organized and accommodated the largest number of people possible by dividing the egg hunt into age ranges and time slots.
Winter Springs residents were able to participate for free, making it an accessible event for all families in the community. Overall, it was a wonderful day filled with laughter, joy, and plenty of egg-citement. We can’t wait to see what next year’s Egg Hunt has in store!
Victoria’s Campaign Kick-Off Event
WHEN: Saturday October 8, 2:00 – 4:00 PM
WHERE: 129 Cherry Creek Circle, Winter Springs
Although her campaign really started a few months ago, with great success, we are excited to finally throw a kickoff party for her strongest supporters. The event is by invitation only, and RSVP’s are required. If you have never been to a Victoria party, you are in for a treat! During the RSVP process, there will be an opportunity to support the campaign and all monies collected will be used to keep pushing for victory all the way up to November 8th.
Thank you for your support and we hope to see you on 10/08 at 2:00pm.
Questions? Please contact friends@victoriaforwintersprings.com or call 407-808-2222.
Candidate Night Recap
The afternoon started with a little rain, but the residents still came out and enjoyed the food trucks and community. The Trotwood Park pavilion provided excellent cover. After spending a few hours with the residents, it was time to head over to Tuscawilla Country Club for Meet the Candidate night. It was a fantastic day. The opportunity to speak with residents of our community is the fuel that powers my campaign. The things I hear and learn during these events are the very things I will be fighting for when I am elected. Collaborative leadership is what our city needs right now.
“We need to be a good steward of the land and also our neighbors as far as the school board, and the county and the other municipalities around us, and right now I am not hearing favorable things about our city and they’re begging me to win,” District 2 candidate Victoria Colangelo said.
“Let’s not rip down 100-year-old trees and then plant a tree that’s, you know, a seedling,” she said.
Check out this article and full audio from the event: https://oviedocommunitynews.org/2022/09/21/candidates-trade-jabs-at-winter-springs-forum/
Please learn more about the issues facing our city, please visit my blog https://victoriaforwintersprings.com/blog/ and if you need to reach me, please contact me directly friends@victoriaforwintersprings.com
Get Out and Vote Canvassing Day
Saturday, September 24 | 8:45 AM–10 AM
1315 Winter Springs Blvd
Please join the campaign this Saturday for a fun day of reaching voters in Winter Springs and rallying support behind Victoria for Winter Springs.
We will meet at the campaign headquarters at 1315 Winter Springs Blvd, Winter Springs, FL 32708 right behind Dominick’s Restaurant and the fountain. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
We will have hats, tee shirts, palm cards, and other cute giveaways to share with our volunteers. We will also have coffee.
Thank you for all the support!
Please contact Victoria directly for additional information.
407-960-5787 or friends@victoriaforwintersprings.com
Winter Springs Food Truck Thursday
Thursday, September 15, 2022 | 5-8PM
Trotwood Park (701 Northern Way) in Tuscawilla
Please come join me Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 5:00PM at the Winter Springs Food Truck Event for an evening filled with delicious food and dessert options from a variety of local vendors.
Gather with friends and neighbors for a picnic in the park. Don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy this community event. Additional seating will also be available under the Pam Carroll Memorial pavilion. Children can enjoy Mount Trotwood Playground and splash pads.
- Rollin Dough The Knot
- Oh My Dogs!
- Nonnis Minis
- Tao Te Cheese
- Wing King
- Kona Ice
- Rosarios
- Gran Arepa
- BBQ Brazil Express
- Cloud 9 Berries
- Thirsty Husky
- Jessicas Lemonade
- Grandmas BBQ
- Tina Whos Cookin
- Slam O-cha Thai cuisine
If you live in the event area, please consider walking or riding a bike, as parking may be limited.
The City of Winter Springs is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. Please contact us at 407-327-6593 or communications@winterspringsfl.org to request disability accommodations. Advance notice may be necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
Tuscawilla Candidates Night
September 15th 7-9PM at the Country Club
There will be 7 candidates and each go one at a time. Each will be given two minutes for a persona introduction, and two minutes each on answering the following two questions.
- Why do you want to serve or continue to serve the City of Winter Springs and what do you want to accomplish as Commissioner (or Mayor)?
- What will you do if elected to meet your goals and objectives for the City of Winter Springs?
Each candidate will have a 3-minute closing statement at the end of the evening in reverse order of their original appearance.
