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Suncoast Remake Learning Days Festival

The Patterson Foundation, Suncoast Remake Learning and more are excited about the 15-day Suncoast Remake Learning Days Festival! The Suncoast Remake Learning Days Festival 2024 is coming to DeSoto this month!! There are over 270 FREE events happening in the four county region, with more than 80 events happening right here in DeSoto from Saturday,…
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Arcadia Rodeo Parade 2024 rides again in Downtown Arcadia

The Arcadia Rodeo Parade will ride again Saturday, March 9, 2024 along Oak Street in Downtown Arcadia. Parade participant line-up begins at 9 a.m. at Oak Street and Orange Avenue. The parade will begin at 10 a.m., followed by award presentation and the 2024 Preseident's Trophy. For more parade information, or how to participate, contact:…
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The 96th Annual Arcadia All-Florida Championship Rodeo

Join us for four straight days of heart-pounding rodeo action at the Louis & Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust’s 96th Annual Arcadia All-Florida Championship Rodeo, sponsored in part by Discover DeSoto and Florida Power and Light. For 96 years, the Arcadia Rodeo Association's Granddaddy of ’Em All has hosted the world’s top athletes in PRCA Rodeo to…
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EVENT VENUES

The perfect event starts with the perfect venue! In DeSoto County, you’ll find event venues of every type — from rustic barns to historic stages to beautiful wedding venues in Southwest Florida. Our accommodating venue operators and managers will work closely with you to make your dream event come to life.

Read more: King’s Crossing Barn & Farm

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King’s Crossing Barn & Farm
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Oak Hollow Wedding & Event Venue
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Oaks of Devonaire
Read more: The Turner Agri-Civic Center

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The Turner Agri-Civic Center

EVENT Planners

Don’t let worries about the details derail your special event! DeSoto County’s talented event planners can help ensure a seamless day and make sure you’re focused on things that matter.