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Montura Civic Coalition

County-wide

County-wide Events

Fundraising projects, annual events, and festivals across Hendry County and the Glades region. For Montura-specific meetings and gatherings, see the Community Events calendar.

Fundraising

Fund the Projects Building Montura's Future

Every dollar stays local. Choose a project below to contribute, or sponsor a specific element.

Wildlife Observation Pavilion

An open-air pavilion at the edge of the wetlands for birding, education, and quiet community gathering. Funds cover materials, ADA-accessible boardwalk, and interpretive signage.

$8,200 raisedGoal $45,000

Montura Charter Farm & Homesteading School

A working-farm charter school teaching agriculture, livestock care, food preservation, and land stewardship to Montura kids. Funds support curriculum, tools, fencing, and a teaching barn.

$21,500 raisedGoal $120,000

Donations are processed securely. For checks, sponsorships, or in-kind contributions, email the coalition treasurer.

County-wide Events

Ferris wheel lit up at a county fair at dusk

Hendry County Fair

Annually in FebruaryHendry County Fairgrounds, Clewiston

The county's largest annual gathering — livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, rides, food, and live entertainment. A multi-day event that draws families from across Hendry, Glades, and surrounding counties.

Official Site
Sugar cane field at sunset

Clewiston Sugar Festival

Annually in late AprilDowntown Clewiston

A celebration of Clewiston's sugar heritage with a parade, vendors, live music, kids' activities, and food. One of the signature events of the Glades region.

Official Site
Cattle grazing on an open pasture

Hendry County Cattlemen's Farm Tour

March 14, 2026Hendry County

Annual farm tour hosted by the local cattle association — visit working ranches and farms across Hendry County. See the Eventbrite page for tickets and additional upcoming events.

Official Site
Cypress trees reflected in still Florida wetland water

Discover Hendry County — Things to Do

Year-roundHendry County

Official county tourism guide to attractions, outdoor recreation, festivals, dining, and family activities across Hendry County.

Official Site
Tandem skydiver freefalling above farmland

Skydive Spaceland Florida

Year-roundClewiston, FL

Tandem skydiving experiences and training at one of Florida's premier drop zones. Located just outside Clewiston with views of Lake Okeechobee and the surrounding Glades.

Official Site
Stock car racing on a dirt track

Hendry County Racing

Year-roundHendry County

Local racing events, tracks, and motorsport activities across Hendry County.

Official Site
Whitetail deer standing alert in a forest clearing

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)

Year-roundStatewide

Hunting seasons and calendar, fishing regulations, licenses, boating safety, and wildlife management info for Florida sportsmen and outdoor families.

Official Site

Know of another county-wide event we should list? Let the coalition know and we'll add it.