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4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Henry's Depot
212 W 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771

Twilight Artisan Market & Pet Stroll

Join HENRY for a Magical Evening at the Sanford Twilight Artisan Market & Pet Stroll, from 4 – 9 pm, on the 1st and 3rd Fridays at Henry's Depot through the end of 2026!SHOP ‘TIL YOUR *LEASH* DROPS!  Shop local treasures from amazing artisans and vendors.Sniff out TAIL-WAGGING Treats- Pet-centric items for our fur babiesHumans […] ...

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7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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2199 S Oregon Ave

Soap Box Derby Rally

CHAMPIONSHIP RACETHE SANFORD/CENTRAL FLORIDA SOAP BOX DERBY LOCAL CHAMPIONSHIP RACE May 2, 2026Register Here!Inspection Dates:  April 25 & 26Start Time:  7 AMLocation:  Mike Kirby Park  ...

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May
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West End Trading Co.
202 Sanford Ave, Sanford, FL 32771

Sanford Food Truck Fiesta

The Sanford Food Truck Fiesta brings over 40 of Central Florida’s best food trucks and tents to downtown Sanford from 1-6 PM on the 2nd Sunday of every month!  Enjoy live music, artisan vendors, and free parking! This event is a must for foodies, families, and furry friends alike! Check out the Sanford Food Truck […] ...

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Meet the Mayor

Art Woodruff was born and raised in Sanford as a sixth generation Sanfordite. Graduating from Seminole High School in 1980 he attended the University of North Carolina and returned to Sanford where he started teaching in Seminole County Public Schools. After fourteen years at Seminole High School as a science teacher and yearbook adviser, he transferred to Oviedo High School where he currently teaches science and computer science.

First elected as the District 1 Commissioner in 2001, he served through 2010. After one term off, he was again elected in November 2014. In July 2020 he was appointed Mayor following the resignation of Mayor Jeff Triplett. 

“I look forward to building on the many positive improvements that have taken place while serving on the City Commission and continuing to make Sanford a place where we want to live, work, and play.

– Art Woodruff, Mayor

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Sheena Britton
Sheena Britton

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Kerry S. Wiggins, Sr.
Kerry S. Wiggins, Sr.

Commissioner, District 2

Kerry.Wiggins@sanfordfl.gov
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Patrick Austin
Patrick Austin

Commissioner, District 3

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(407)688.5001
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Claudia Thomas

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