Activities
Central Florida Veg Fest has a variety of activities and information for everyone! Enjoy music, speakers, yoga, kid's activities, and more, while having fun learning what you can do to help your health, the animals, and the planet!
Many fun and educational activities will be happening throughout the day at Central Florida Veg Fest! Come out for the whole day and take in as much as you can.
Many fun and educational activities will be happening throughout the day at Central Florida Veg Fest! Come out for the whole day and take in as much as you can.
Visit Veg Fest Central
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Vegetarians of Central Florida (organizers of Veg Fest) will feature the Ask-A-Vegan tent at Veg Fest Central. Come get all your questions about veganism answered and sample numerous delicious and nutritious food and drink products, as well as coupons, from a multitude of veg companies, including Daiya, GoMacro, Food for Life, Green Goddess Gourmet Popcorn, Kelapo Coconut Oil, Primal Spirit Foods, Rhythm Superfoods, and Tofutti (sponsored by VegFund).
Also at Veg Fest Central will be the VegCF booth, so come get information about the group and its activities. VegCF will also be selling new and classic Veg Fest and Earth Day t-shirts, bags, and water bottles.
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IBEX Puppetry
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Veg Fest special guest and Earth Sponsor IBEX Puppetry's interactive Endangered Species Parade engages people of all ages in a fun, upbeat discussion about conservation. Families learn about the native Florida environment as they build their very own endangered animal and pollinator puppets. Their Musical Garden allows participants to explore the roles we humans play in the rhythm of the earth that surrounds us. Then everyone is invited to march in any of their four parades, featuring their colorful IBEX Puppetry kites, flags, and puppets. Meet us for a day of celebration and learning dedicated to the health and healing of our planet.
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IBEX Schedule
10:30 a.m. Endangered Species Puppet Parade
11:30 p.m. Drum Circle led by Mark DeMaio of 3rd Wheel
12:30 p.m. Endangered Species Puppet Parade
2:30 p.m. Endangered Species Puppet Parade
3:30 p.m. Drum Circle led by Mark DeMaio of 3rd Wheel
4:30 p.m. Endangered Species Puppet Parade
10:30 a.m. Endangered Species Puppet Parade
11:30 p.m. Drum Circle led by Mark DeMaio of 3rd Wheel
12:30 p.m. Endangered Species Puppet Parade
2:30 p.m. Endangered Species Puppet Parade
3:30 p.m. Drum Circle led by Mark DeMaio of 3rd Wheel
4:30 p.m. Endangered Species Puppet Parade
Permaculture Sessions
Presented by Orlando Permaculture
11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. Fantastic Ferments!
Probiotics, energy, and gut health are only a few of the many benefits of fermentation. In this
session, you will learn about this traditional practice of food preservation that has been a part of
every human culture. Be introduced to this timeless skill!
12:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. Florida’s Tropical Fruits!
Florida is traditionally known as the Citrus Capital, but there are lesser known (and just as tasty)
tropical fruits being grown all over the Sunshine State. In this session, you will learn about these
tropical fruits fruits and get to try some as well!
1:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. Biome Appropriate Plant-Based Diets
What makes for a conscious plant based diet? We will go beyond just veggies and delve into
nutrient dense and biome appropriate veggies. Learn about a variety of vegetables and plants
grown in Central Florida that are delicious to eat and easy to grow.
11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. Fantastic Ferments!
Probiotics, energy, and gut health are only a few of the many benefits of fermentation. In this
session, you will learn about this traditional practice of food preservation that has been a part of
every human culture. Be introduced to this timeless skill!
12:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. Florida’s Tropical Fruits!
Florida is traditionally known as the Citrus Capital, but there are lesser known (and just as tasty)
tropical fruits being grown all over the Sunshine State. In this session, you will learn about these
tropical fruits fruits and get to try some as well!
1:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. Biome Appropriate Plant-Based Diets
What makes for a conscious plant based diet? We will go beyond just veggies and delve into
nutrient dense and biome appropriate veggies. Learn about a variety of vegetables and plants
grown in Central Florida that are delicious to eat and easy to grow.
Festival Park Community Garden
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Festival Park Community Garden will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for self-guided tours, questions/answers, and plant sales.
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Yoga
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Warrior One Power Yoga will have yoga classes and demos throughout the day at the Mind, Body, Spirit area.
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Dance
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Vanja Grbic of Vanja Dance will belly dance with isis wings, fan veils, and swords at 11:50 a.m. and 1:50 p.m. at the Acoustic Music Stage.
Fabiana Silva will perform a traditional Afro-Cuban dance to live percussion with world renowned conga player Edgar Rodriguez at 12:50 p.m. and 2:50 p.m. at the Acoustic Music Stage. |
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March
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The Global March for Elephants, Rhinos and Lions will start at 1:30 p.m. at the Global March for Elephants & Rhinos booth. They will have some signs but please feel free to bring your own. They encourage you to have fun and dress up as either an elephant, rhino, lion or other endangered species!
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Donate Blood
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Come by the Big Red Bus and give blood at Veg Fest! Each donation, taking only about 20 minutes of time, saves three lives. Hosted by Pint Club.
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