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🌱 Patch AM: Want the best spot for Dunedin’s 2026 Mardi Gras parade?
Spotted on the Dunedin calendar: Piper on the Pier

Good morning Dunedin! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Want the best spot for Dunedin’s 2026 Mardi Gras parade?
- Can Dunedin’s defense hold off Anclote’s hungry Sharks on Friday?
Also on today's calendar: Dunedin Downtown Market and 7 more events.
Find out what's happening in Dunedinfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Find out what's happening in Dunedinfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Saturday: Sunshine, nice and less humid, with a high of 72 and low of 58 degrees.
- Sunday: Sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 76, low: 58.
- Monday: Partly sunny and breezy, with a high of 79 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Experience Dunedin Mardi Gras 2026: Fun, Food & Music (dunedindaily.news) — Downtown Dunedin is gearing up for a big Mardi Gras celebration on Fat Tuesday, February 17, with a city-hosted parade along Douglas Avenue and a lively street festival organized by the Chamber of Commerce. Expect floats, live music, food and drinks from local businesses, and a packed, festive atmosphere from 5–10 p.m., but leave pets and coolers at home for safety.
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• Basketball Recap: Anclote Takes a Loss (maxpreps.com) — Dunedin basketball fans should note that Anclote’s next game is against the Dunedin Falcons at 7:45 p.m. on Friday, with the Sharks eyeing a big offensive night against Dunedin’s softer defense. The recap also details Anclote’s tough loss to Gulf and highlights standout performances from Gulf players.
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📸 Around Dunedin
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Dunedin
★ Featured events ★
- Piper on the Pier
Dunedin Marina, 51 Main St, Dunedin
6:00 pm
Saturday December 20
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Other local events
- Dunedin Downtown Market
420 Main St, Dunedin, FL, 34698
9:00 am - Studio 1212 Art Gallery New Exhibit
234 Monroe St , Dunedin
11:00 am - Live Music at Sandbar Grill
Sandbar Grill , 2602 Bayshore Blvd , Dunedin
6:00 pm - Happy Hour at Happy's Bayou Bites
Happy's Bayou Bites , 431 Skinner Blvd , Dunedin
9:00 am - Sunday Service
Unity Community Church , 1315 Bayshore Boulevard , Dunedin
10:00 am - Bottomless Brunch at Prohibition Dunedin
1600 Main St , Dunedin
10:00 am - Brunch at Caracara
730 Broadway , Dunedin
11:00 am - Live Music Outdoors at Bon Appetit
Bon Appétit Restaurant & Marina Bar , 148 Marina Plaza , Dunedin
12:00 pm - Sunday Service at Dunedin Brewery
Dunedin Brewery , 937 Douglas Ave , Dunedin
2:00 pm
Saturday December 20
Sunday December 21
📣 Dunedin Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Literacy Conversation Class
Palm Harbor Library , 2330 Nebraska Ave , Palm Harbor
10:00 am - Cariies LIVE at Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort
Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa , 400 Mandalay Ave , Clearwater
4:00 pm - Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
Clearwater Marine Aquarium , 249 Windward Passage , Clearwater
7:00 pm - Skunk Hammer Band
Snappers Grill & Comedy Club , 36657 US Hwy 19 N , Palm Harbor
8:30 pm
Saturday December 20
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I have been hearing sirens for 15 minutes.
Anyone know what's going on? I live by Skinner & Douglas. (Nextdoor Historic Dunedin)
- Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for Team Member in Dunedin. Apply here.
- Red Lobster Hospitality, LLC posted a job opening for Server in Clearwater. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dunedin here.
🗞 Nearby News
Palm Harbor
- There's loss and then there's LOSS – The American Israelite Newspaper (americanisraelite.com)
- Florida leads the country in Obamacare subsidy impacts (wfla.com)
- Basketball Recap: Weeki Wachee Victorious (maxpreps.com)
Tarpon Springs
Ok Dunedin! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
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