Support Local: Summer Fun on Florida’s Adventure Coast
Celebrate resilience and rediscovery on Florida’s Adventure Coast, where local businesses are open, thriving, and ready to welcome you back with unforgettable summer experiences.
Celebrating Local Recovery
After facing the challenges of last fall’s storms, our community has come back stronger and more united than ever. From family-owned restaurants and charming boutiques, to waterfront inns and cozy cottages, local businesses across Brooksville, Weeki Wachee, and Hernando Beach are open and thriving. Your visit helps fuel this recovery, and keeps our local economy vibrant as ever.
Eat, Shop and Explore
From casual coastal bites to farm-fresh flavors, our local restaurants are cooking up something unforgettable. Enjoy fresh seafood at locally loved spots in Hernando Beach, browse boutiques in historic Brooksville, or unwind at a family-owned lodge just minutes from Weeki Wachee Springs.
Pair your stay with unforgettable adventures—from fishing and scalloping charters, kayaking and boating on scenic coastal waters, or discovering our vibrant mermaid statues on The Mermaid Tale Trail. Find one-of-a-kind gifts and local goods at unique shops, and seasonal U-pick experiences at local farms, where festivals and fresh produce await.
Where to Dine, Stay, and Play This Summer
Soak up the season while supporting local gems that are back and better than ever
Summertime Fun – Festivals and Events
Summer on Florida’s Adventure Coast means live music, local festivals, and outdoor fun for the whole family. From May through August, plan your visit around exciting events like:
- Gulf Red Snapper Season (June 1-July 31 and more dates upcoming) – Open in Gulf waters for the entire month of July, this delicious fish is a popular catch.
- Scalloping Season (July 1 through September 24) – A must-do summer tradition on the Gulf, diving for scallops offers fun for all ages and a delicious reward.
- Rev, White & Brew Festival at Lead Foot City (July 4) – Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, car shows, drag races and more at Lead Foot City, an automotive theme park for gearheads.
- Water Adventures – Enjoy sunset dinner cruises from Hernando Beach, guided paddling tours, airboat rides and more activities all Summer long.
- Spooky Ghost Tours – After spending the day under sun, cool down with a chilling night at one of Florida’s most haunted homes. The May-Stringer House Museum offers special evening ghost tours in June and July.
WE’RE OPEN FOR BUSINESS
LOCAL GEMS ON FLORIDA’S ADVENTURE
COAST
Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville-Weeki Wachee is bouncing back stronger than ever! After the storms, our community has come together to rebuild, restore, and revitalize the beauty you know and love. From stunning natural springs to charming downtown spots, we’re ready to welcome you with open arms.
We’re Open For Business – and can’t wait to see you! Come experience the resilience and warmth of Adventure Coast hospitality.
ARIPEKA STONE CRAB COMPANY
FRESH SEAFOOD IN HERNANDO BEACH
Aripeka Stone Crab Co. is back and better than ever! After facing damage from Hurricane Helene, we’re thrilled to announce the reopening of this beloved seafood spot. Come out and support them as they continue serving up the freshest stone crabs on Florida’s Adventure Coast!
Travel with Purpose – Support Local
Every meal you enjoy, every souvenir you buy, and every overnight stay directly supports our local community. By choosing to explore Florida’s Adventure Coast this summer, you’re not just making memories—you’re making a difference.
Whether you’re a returning visitor or discovering us for the first time, there’s never been a better time to explore Florida’s Adventure Coast. Come for the beauty, stay for the people, and leave knowing your visit made a difference.