Good morning, Clermont.

Panda Express opened its new restaurant at 4615 Collina Terrace in Clermont and held a ribbon-cutting event with members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce — the company donated $1,000 to Well of Hope to help end local hunger.

Lake County officials approved conceptual plans to move the fairgrounds from Eustis to a 60+ acre site in Tavares—featuring a 150,000-square-foot events center that doubles as a storm shelter.

The fair will remain at its current location for 2026 before a potential move by 2027 under a public-private partnership.

On October 17, the Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation held the Cruiser for the Cause fundraiser at Mascotte’s civic center on North Sunset Avenue—local Mayor Steven Sheffield donated his long hair to Wigs for Kids in honor of his late mother who battled cancer.

Roxy’s Beauty Salon and Clermont Mayor Tim Murry helped with his haircut as the event raised awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness month.

Nightmare on the Clermont Trails 5K

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Victory Pointe — Entry fee applies — Experience a Halloween-themed night run with festive Spook Zones along the course.

Trunk or Treat Montverde

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Kirk Park — Free entry — Enjoy a festive evening with contests, music, and prizes for best decorations and costumes.

The Golden Sounds of The Platters

7-8:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — $33.50-$64.50 — Relive timeless classic hits with the soulful harmonies of The Platters.

The Florida Run

7:00-11:00 a.m. — Lake Louisa State Park — Registration fees vary — Experience thrilling trail running in the scenic beauty of Florida's Lake Louisa State Park.

Salute to America's Veterans

3:00 - 4:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate and honor veterans through music performed by the Orlando Concert Band.

Balloon Glow - Drone & Laser Show

5 PM – 11 PM — Wilotree Park — Limited tickets available — Experience a dazzling display of balloons illuminated with a spectacular drone and laser show.

Piano Men: Generations

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the musical influences of Billy Joel and Elton John with a talented father and son duo.

45th Horrible-100 Cycling Event

12 AM – 4 PM — Waterfront Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in the iconic cycling challenge that celebrates 45 years of community spirit.