Friday, April 10, 2026

Spring Fever starts tomorrow — road closures in effect downtown this weekend. Plus tonight: Fridays on the Plaza, Wine Walk, 2nd Fridays at Flamingo. Sunny 79° today, 80° Saturday.

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Friday, April 10, 2026

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Road Closures Hit Downtown Winter Garden This Weekend for Spring Fever

Downtown roads begin closing for Spring Fever in the Garden — the city's biggest spring festival, running Saturday and Sunday on Plant Street. Here's what you need to know before you head downtown.

The City of Winter Garden has announced road closures in the downtown core for Spring Fever in the Garden, set for April 11 and 12. The annual festival fills Plant Street with local artists, garden vendors, live music, and community activity — and it runs alongside the Farmers Market on Saturday morning. Drivers should expect Plant Street and surrounding blocks to be inaccessible by car this weekend; shuttle parking and alternative routes will be available. Full road closure maps, parking shuttle locations, and event details are posted at the official Spring Fever website and on cwgdn.com.

Orange Observer → cwgdn.com: Parking & Shuttle →

Orlando Tourism Tax Revenue Tops $400 Million — a Record

Orlando's tourist development tax hit a new record of $400 million as visitor spending remains strong — even as economic uncertainty clouds the broader outlook. The strong numbers reflect continued demand for Central Florida as a destination. WFTV →

Orlando Health Celebrates Second Annual 407 Day

Orlando Health marked its second annual 407 Day, a community celebration embracing Central Florida's identity and pride. The event brought together local residents and staff across Orlando Health's West Orange area facilities. Orange Observer →

🌸 Spring Fever Weekend Guide

Your downtown guide for this weekend. It's going to be beautiful.

Sunny 79° today, 80° Saturday — about as good as it gets for Spring Fever in the Garden. Plant Street closes to traffic this weekend; park at one of the city's designated shuttle lots and ride in. Saturday morning the Farmers Market runs 8 AM–1 PM right alongside the festival. The full event map, vendor list, and shuttle info are at springfeverinthegarden.org.

Sat 8 AM: Farmers Market 🌿 Apr 11–12: Spring Fever 🌸 Roads closed downtown 🚧

☀️ A Beautiful Weekend Ahead

Winter Garden, FL · Apr 10 – 13 · NWS Melbourne

Only a 20% chance of a brief late-day shower today · Perfect Spring Fever weekend · NWS Melbourne

Tucker Ranch Regional Park Closes April 13–17

Tucker Ranch Regional Park will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, April 13 through Friday, April 17 for scheduled maintenance. The park is expected to reopen Saturday, April 18. Plan your trail visits accordingly. Orange Observer →

Florida Cow Saved from Slaughter Gets a Second Chance

A Central Florida cow that was days away from slaughter has been rescued and will get a chance to live out its days in safety. The story caught the attention of animal lovers across the region — a feel-good Friday note to start the weekend. WFTV →

Opera Orlando Presents The Merry Widow for Its 10th Anniversary Season

Opera Orlando is marking its 10th anniversary season with a production of The Merry Widow, bringing world-class live opera to Central Florida. Tickets and dates are available for local residents looking for a night of culture this spring. WFTV →

Free Tote Bags for Earth Day — Pick One Up at City Hall All Month

The City of Winter Garden is giving away free reusable tote bags in celebration of Earth Day throughout April. Stop by City Hall while supplies last — giveaway runs through April 30. cwgdn.com →

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Fridays on the Plaza 🎪 · Wine Walk 🍷 · 2nd Fridays at Flamingo Crossings 🦩

Plaza: 8 AM–1 PM · Wine Walk at Southern Hill Farms: 5:30 PM · Flamingo "Jumping Into Spring" block party: 6 PM · horizonwesthappenings.com →

Spring Fever in the Garden 🌸 · Farmers Market 🌿

Apr 11–12 · Downtown Winter Garden · Roads closed · Market Sat 8 AM–1 PM · cwgdn.com →

City Commission Meeting 🏛️ · Oakland Appearance Review Board 🏛️

City Commission: 6 PM · City Hall · Oakland ARB: 7 PM · Oakland Meeting Hall · cwgdn.com →

Best Fest: A Taste of West Orange 🍽️ · Flamingos & Fuel Cruise Night 🚗 · Chicago Teen Edition 🎭

Best Fest: 5 PM · Flamingos & Fuel: 6 PM · Chicago musical at Horizon High: 7 PM · horizonwesthappenings.com →

Horizon West Home Expo 🏠

10 AM · Horizon West · Home services, vendors & community · Tucker Ranch Park reopens same day · horizonwesthappenings.com →

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Orange Observer · WFTV Channel 9 · Fox 35 · Horizon West Happenings · City of Winter Garden · NWS Melbourne · Apr 10, 2026

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