Calendar of events
May / June 08

June 6-8/08 John Levique Pirate Days - Johns Pass Village, Madeira Beach
Celebrate the discovery of Johns Pass with three-days of free pirate-themed fun! Celebrating its 7th Season, visitors can participate in a variety of events that include a Flotilla Invasion and Water Battle, Open Air Market and Brigands Bazaar, Children's Costume Contest, Pirates Parade and more!
727-322-5217 | www.johnspassfestivals.com

May 2-4/08 Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival - Amelia Island
Celebrating its 45th anniversary, fairgoers can partake in 300 juried Fine Arts & Crafts exhibitors, 75+ Antiques & Collectible vendors, Fun Zone with kid friendly activities, live entertainment from three stages and Pirates!
The Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival includes dozens of food booths featuring shrimp specialties. www.shrimpfestival.com

May 2-4/08 24th Annual Crawfish Creole Fiesta - Pensacola
This event is one of the largest crawfish boils in the state, with authentic bayou country entertainment and an expanded children and families' activities area.
850-433-6512 | www.fiestaoffiveflags.org

May 3/08 Fisherman's Village - Punta Gorda
Celebrate National Slide Guitar Champion, Kraig Kenning, in concert, center stage. This free event runs from 5-9 p.m.
800-639-0020 | www.fishville.com

May 3/08 - Classic Corvette Show - St. Armands Circle, Sarasota
In its 11th year, this corvette show is the Third Largest Classic Corvette Car Show in the state of Florida! Over 200 pristine and original Class Corvettes will be on display in the Circle Park dating from 1953 to the present.
941-388-1554 | www.starmandscircleassoc.com

May 3/08 Cinco de Mayo Festival - Delray Beach
Presented by the Hispano-Latino Cultural Alliance, the annual Cinco de Mayo Festival features food, entertainment, dancing and kid's activities. This year's event will also feature the second annual Chihuahua Race. 561-276-3396

May 10-11/08 Fisherman's Village - Punta Gorda
Fine Arts & Crafts vendors from around the country gather to display and sell their unique works! Event is held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free admission.
800-639-0020 | www.fishville.com

May 17-18/08 "Circle of Boats" - St. Armands Circle, Sarasota
A new, and different, style of Boat Show will visit St. Armands Circle for the weekend. R.V. World is proud to present this show.
941-388-1554 | www.starmandscircleassoc.com

May 23/08 Smooth Jazz on St. Armands - Fourth Friday with Style
Representative of everything unique about St. Armands, this event features extended store hours, live JAZZ entertainment in the Circle Park, wine, full bar and food available from Cafe L'Europe.
941-388-1554 | www.starmandscircleassoc.com

June 5-13/08 Fiesta Days Celebration and Boat Parade - Pensacola
The 57th annual Fiesta of Five Flags Celebration starts with a light-hearted reenactment of the surrender of the city to Spanish explorer Don Tristan DeLuna, who first landed in Pensacola in 1559. Immediately following is an evening of outdoor musical entertainment.
850-433-6512

June 6-10/08 Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival - Fort Walton Beach
The 53rd Billy Bowlegs Festival will include local and regional bands, food, arts and crafts, pirates, a treasure hunt, a torchlight parade, children's activities, fireworks and more. Be sure to see the clash between Capt. Billy Bowlegs and the Fort Walton Beach Mayor.
850-244-8191| www.fwbchamber.org

June 7/08 Fisherman's Village - Punta Gorda
More than 35 exhibitors display wildlife/animal exhibits, provide information and demonstrations at the Wildlife/Animal Awareness Expo. Free admission.
800-639-0020 | www.fishville.com

June 14-15/08 7th Annual Summer Craft Festival & Summer Sidewalk Sale - St. Armands, Sarasota
The fine shops and restaurants of St. Armands Circle once again are hosting a special sidewalk sale, filled with bargains galore. In addition, more than 175 artisans and craft persons participate in the craft festival, held at St. Armands Circle Park.
941-388-1554 | www.starmandscircleassoc.com