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Sanford
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Sanford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Good Day Orlando is visiting Sanford this week to spotlight the area's planned fall festivities—highlighting local traditions and events that mark the season. The segment explores how the community is celebrating autumn in the region. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ FOX 35’s reporter David Martin visited downtown Sanford on October 1 to learn about ghost tours that reveal the city’s spooky history—stories that have long been part of local lore. FOX 35 Orlando
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Fossil Fair
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Sanford Civic Center — Admission fee varies — Discover fascinating fossils and connect with fellow enthusiasts at this community fair.
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Rocking on the River - Motown with Evolushon
6:30-9:30 p.m. — St Johns Rivership Company — $25.00 per adult — Experience a soulful Motown cruise with music, dancing, and riverfront views aboard the Barbara Lee.
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Shrek The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ritz Theater/Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center — Check website for pricing — Experience a fantastical journey in this Tony Award-winning musical adventure based on the beloved film.
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Shrek The Musical
2-5 p.m. — The Ritz Theater/Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the whimsical adventure of Shrek with all new songs in this Tony Award-winning musical.
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Shrek The Musical
3-6 p.m. — The Ritz Theater/Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a family-friendly musical adaptation of the beloved fairy tale featuring a host of new songs.
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TreeHouse! OctoBear Tour
7 p.m. — West End Trading Company — Check ticket availability — Experience an electrifying night with TreeHouse! and special guest Rockstead.
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Halloween Spooktacular
4-7 p.m. — Central Park — Free entry — Experience a safe and fun-filled Halloween with trick-or-treating, a DJ, and exciting costume contests.
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Community Yard Sale
12-4 p.m. — Ballantrae Apartments — Free entry — Discover a variety of items from women's clothing to furniture in this neighborhood treasure hunt.
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