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Sanford is committed to creating a vibrant and safe City in which people choose to live, work, raise a family, attend school, shop, play and retire.

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December
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

St. Lucia Festival 2025

Join us on Saturday, December 13th from 12pm to 4pm in Sanford for the 2025 St. Lucia Festival. Food, fun, music, and a good time for the entire family! Free and open to the public. Childrens craft area, dance and choral performances, St. Lucia Processional, food trucks, and free Swedish dessert and beverage sampling! Swedish […] ...

13
December
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Downtown

2025 Parade of Lights

Join us on Saturday, December 13th at 6 PM for the spectacular "Holiday Parade of Lights" in Downtown Sanford! Witness illuminated floats, dazzling vehicles, vibrant dance groups, and marching bands by local schools, businesses and community organizations showcasing their holiday spirit along the one-mile route. Don't miss out on this captivating celebration! Register Now to […] ...

14
December
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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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