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Christmas Card Lane at Veterns Park

DeSoto County Chamber of Commerce presents the 2025 Annual Christmas Card Lane at Veterans Park, starting December 5th. A huge THANK YOU to Advanced Integrated Electric,LLC! Every year, they literally light up our Christmas Card Lane — providing all the electric hookups and making sure every display shines bright for the community to enjoy. They donate…
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Annual, Event, Featured, Live Music, Peace River

Thanksgiving Weekend Fun @ Peace River Campground

𝕀𝕥’𝕤 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜𝕤𝕘𝕚𝕧𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕨𝕖𝕖𝕜, 𝕪’𝕒𝕝𝕝! See ya at check- in tomorrow! Duck Hunt Thu, Ice Cream Social –Thu~ Fri~Sat night 7:30-8 pm at the Rec Hall (ᴄᴀꜱʜ only), Live Music Fri 7-11 pm @ Shelter 7, Bingo (ᴄᴀꜱʜ only) Sat 8 pm @ Shelter 7 & food trucks all week<end>. Happy Thanksgiving!! RESERVATION REQUIRED ɴᴏ ʀiᴅiɴɢ…
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Annual, Community Event, DeSoto After Dark, Event, Family Event, Featured, Historic Downtown

2025 Annual Christmas Parade: Grinchmas in DeSoto

The DeSoto County Chamber of Commerce presents the 2025 Annual Christmas Parade, “Grinchmas in DeSoto,” starting at 6pm in Downtown Arcadia on Saturday, December 6th. For more information, go to https://www.facebook.com/desotochamberfl or call 863-494-4033.
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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.

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Arcadia American Legion K Post 11
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Historic Heard Opera House
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites arcadia
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John Lee Haus Inn
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King’s Crossing Barn & Farm
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Neon Moon Saloon
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Oak Hollow Wedding & Event Venue
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Oaks of Devonaire

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.