# Festivals in Crystal River 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Crystal River 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in Crystal River. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in Crystal River, you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in Crystal River listed on one platform - we have you covered.

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## Festivals Events in Crystal River

- **Event Name**: 40th Annual Florida Manatee Festival
  - **Description**: 🐋🎉 40 YEARS OF MANATEE MAGIC! 🎉🐋

We're celebrating BIG in 2027, and you're invited! 🌊☀️

The 40th Annual Florida Manatee Festival is making a splash in Downtown Crystal River on January 16th & 17th, 2027! Join us as we celebrate FOUR DECADES of one o
  - **Date**: Sat Jan 16 2027 at 09:00 pm – Sun Jan 17 2027 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/crystal-river/40th-annual-florida-manatee-festival/200030960116654
  - **Venue**: N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428, United States
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  - **Categories**: Festivals, Art, Workshops, trips-adventures, Kids
- **Event Name**: Mermaid Soda Shack at Manatee Festival Crystal River, FL
  - **Description**: 🌊🐬 Come experience one of Crystal River's favorite annual traditions, the Florida Manatee Festival!

Enjoy a weekend filled with local vendors, unique arts and crafts, delicious food, live entertainment, and plenty of family-friendly activities. Explore b
  - **Date**: Sat Jan 16 2027 at 09:00 am – Sun Jan 17 2027 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/crystal-river/mermaid-soda-shack-at-manatee-festival-crystal-river-fl/200031012774929
  - **Venue**: Downtown Crystal River
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- **Event Name**: Christmas Tree Lighting Festival
  - **Description**: oin us in the town square to light our beautiful tree. Every year, the city celebrates with holiday shopping vendors, children's activities, food vendors, beer and wine, live music, and Santa himself.
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 04 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/crystal-river/christmas-tree-lighting-festival/200030987025927
  - **Venue**: 559 N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428-4016, United States
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  - **Categories**: Music, Festivals, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: 40th Annual Crystal River Manatee Festival
  - **Description**: Tbd
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sat Jan 16 2027 at 10:00 am – Sun Jan 17 2027 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/crystal-river/40th-annual-crystal-river-manatee-festival/200030921347559
  - **Venue**: Crystal River, Florida
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- **Event Name**: Mama’s Whoopie Pies at the Florida Manatee Festival
  - **Description**: Come see us at the Florida Manatee Festival in Crystal River!

*We are not the organizer of this event, only a participant.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Sat Jan 16 2027 at 09:00 am – Sun Jan 17 2027 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/crystal-river/mamas-whoopie-pies-at-the-florida-manatee-festival/200030828289502
  - **Venue**: Downtown Crystal River
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- **Event Name**: 4th Annual 7 Nights of Lights for 7 Gifts of Kindness.
  - **Description**: You'll stroll past the Florida style Winter Wonderland where Frosty and his friends are hanging out on the beach, while the Skeleton Crew are playing dominoes and drinking it up at the bar. Across the way, you'll find a hat and stocking station where you
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 16
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Dec 18 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/crystal-river/4th-annual-7-nights-of-lights-for-7-gifts-of-kindness/200029772376528
  - **Venue**: 9369 N CACALIA DR, Crystal River, FL, United States, Florida 34428
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, workshops, christmas, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Ozello's 20th Annual Arts, Crafts and Blue Crabs Festival
  - **Description**: See flyer for details!!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 133
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Nov 28 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/crystal-river/ozellos-20th-annual-arts-crafts-and-blue-crabs-festival/200030803695641
  - **Venue**: Ozello Civic Association
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  - **Categories**: festivals, art

## Trending Events in Crystal River

- **Event Name**: Shamanic Healing Ceremony and Community Potluck
  - **Description**: Join us for an intimate Sacred Healing Ceremony working with the Master Plant Spirit of Tøbaccø!Tøbaccø, when approached in the sacred way it is intended to be worked with, provides the opportunity to experience something profound.
  - **Venue**: Private Residence
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- **Event Name**: WWE NXT Live at Crystal River Armory
  - **Venue**: Crystal River Armory
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Crystal River Christmas Parade
  - **Description**: 🎄 2026 CRYSTAL RIVER CHRISTMAS PARADE 🎅

Theme: Naturecoast Christmas 🌴🎄
Date & Time: Saturday, December 5, 2026 • 6:00 PM

Get ready to deck the streets with Christmas cheer, Nature Coast style! The Citrus County Chamber of Commerce invites you to ce
  - **Venue**: HWY 19 - Crystal River
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- **Event Name**: Crystal River Untapped
  - **Description**: 🍻 UNTAPPED IS BACK! 🍻
Mark your calendars — Crystal River Untapped returns Nov 14th, 3-7PM in Downtown Crystal River!

Sip your way through craft beer, cider, spirits, and mocktails while strolling our historic downtown. Light bites, good vibes, great com
  - **Venue**: 532 N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428-4017, United States
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- **Event Name**: Crystal River Nights Concert Series - November 21, 2026
  - **Description**: Join us  for this FREE concert at Crystal River Town Square as we rock on the big stage. The opening act will be the Radlin' Rootz out of Ocala; our headliner is Revolution 5677, a Tribute to the one and only Prince. Bring your chairs but leave coolers an
  - **Venue**: 559 N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428-4016, United States
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- **Event Name**: Gobble Wobble Family Flow & Fitness
  - **Description**: Thanksgiving-themed family fitness eventAbout this EventGOBBLE WOBBLE: FAMILY FLOW & FITNESS!Looking for a fun family adventure with a side of gratitude? Join us at Sculpt & Flow Studios for a specia
  - **Venue**: 28 NE 4th St
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- **Event Name**: 40th Annual Florida Manatee Festival
  - **Description**: 🐋🎉 40 YEARS OF MANATEE MAGIC! 🎉🐋

We're celebrating BIG in 2027, and you're invited! 🌊☀️

The 40th Annual Florida Manatee Festival is making a splash in Downtown Crystal River on January 16th & 17th, 2027! Join us as we celebrate FOUR DECADES of one o
  - **Venue**: N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428, United States
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- **Event Name**: Welcome to Manatee Season
  - **Description**: The official start of manatee season! Join us in celebrating Florida's favorite locals.

Learn more about Manatees in our 'Manatee Deep Dive' talk at 11:30 with one of our marine educators. 

Aquarium visitors can enjoy a complimentary cup of manatee gour
  - **Venue**: 308 SE US Highway 19, Crystal River, FL, United States, Florida 34429
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- **Event Name**: Live Music featuring LOUIE FORTUNATO
  - **Description**: 🎶🍷BIG NEWS! Louie Fortunato is becoming a regular at Mariana's!

We are SO excited to announce that the incredibly talented Louie Fortunato will be joining us for more evenings of LIVE MUSIC at Mariana's Italian Restaurant in Crystal River! 🎤🎶

If you've
  - **Venue**: 744 SE US Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL, United States, Florida 34429
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Crystal River?
  - **A:** 40th Annual Florida Manatee Festival (Sat Jan 16 2027 at 09:00 pm at N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428, United States), Mermaid Soda Shack at Manatee Festival Crystal River, FL (Sat Jan 16 2027 at 09:00 am at Downtown Crystal River), Christmas Tree Lighting Festival (Fri Dec 04 2026 at 05:00 pm at 559 N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428-4016, United States), 40th Annual Crystal River Manatee Festival (Sat Jan 16 2027 at 10:00 am at Crystal River, Florida), Mama’s Whoopie Pies at the Florida Manatee Festival (Sat Jan 16 2027 at 09:00 am at Downtown Crystal River).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Crystal River in November 2026?
  - **A:** Ozello's 20th Annual Arts, Crafts and Blue Crabs Festival (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 09:00 am at Ozello Civic Association).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Crystal River?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Crystal River on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Crystal River?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Crystal River?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Crystal River include N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428, United States, Downtown Crystal River, 559 N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428-4016, United States.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Crystal River?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Crystal River include Florida Manatee Festival, Mermaid Soda Shack, City of Crystal River-Government.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Crystal River?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Crystal River.

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