Welcome To
Central Florida
Lakeland
Winter Haven
Welcome to Polk County, Florida’s Sweetest Spot for epic outdoor adventures, incredible eats and Sunshine State attractions! Here, you can experience the best that Lakeland and Winter Haven have to offer while escaping the crowds found in larger cities. From wide open spaces to exhilarating thrill rides at nearby theme parks, we have it all. Let us help you plan a Central Florida vacation.
SEE & DO
From incredible outdoor adventures to legendary attractions, there’s always something fun to explore in Florida’s Sweetest Spot.
Arts & Culture
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Attractions
![Kids on Dragon Ride at LEGOLAND Florida Resort in Winter Haven, FL]()
Golf
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Lake Activities
![2 women on paddleboards during tour with Paddleboard Winter Haven]()
Museums
![Male and female looking at art hanging in gallery at Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, FL]()
Nature & Hiking
![2 people reading trail sign overlooking lake at Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland, FL]()
EVENTS
Looking for even more fun in Florida’s Sweetest Spot? Check out our upcoming featured events for 2020.
Sep
18
Sweeney Family Band Outdoor Event
Theatre Winter Haven is hosting outdoor events at Chain O' Lakes Stadium. Sweeney Family Band…
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25
Ron Seggi & His Caravan of Stars Outdoor Event
Theatre Winter Haven is hosting outdoor events at Chain O' Lakes Stadium. Ron Seggi and…
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26
Be 5weet Health Expo
Central Florida’s Visitor Information Center Be 5weet Health Expo will educate visitors, and residents, on…
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02
Kiss Alive Outdoor Event
Theatre Winter Haven is hosting outdoor events at Chain O' Lakes Stadium. Flashback to the…
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03
Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND Florida Resort
Celebrate your Halloween the LEGOLAND® Florida Resort way! Visit the Central Florida attraction for a…
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09
Tribute to U2 Outdoor Event
Theatre Winter Haven is hosting outdoor events at Chain O' Lakes Stadium. Come celebrate the…
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09
Music of Motown Outdoor Event
Theatre Winter Haven is hosting outdoor events at Chain O' Lakes Stadium. The Motowners Tribute…
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10
What’s the Story? Art in Search of a Narrative
Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College exhibition featuring more than thirty works from…
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24
Ghosts, Goblins, & Goodies
Ghosts, Goblins, & Goodies is a trick-or-treating event at Central Florida's Visitor Information Center in…
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06
Lakeland First Friday
Enjoy Downtown restaurants and retailers as they spill out into the street for more socially…
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