Events in Central Florida

Events

Whether it’s an electrifying live concert or a breathtaking walk through a scenic garden, a variety of sensational events are happening year-round in Central Florida. Browse all of our amazing events below and make plans for a year filled with fun.

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A Central Florida vacation gives visitors a chance to unpack once and see it all in Florida’s Sweetest Spot. Here you’ll find things to do in Central Florida, including major theme parks, citrus grove and farm tours, historic landmarks, and ways to cruise Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes. Central Florida features a variety of unique towns and cities for you to explore, each with their own collection of adventures to choose from. Exhilarating attractions, delicious restaurants and breathtaking outdoor experiences are just the start of the excitement that awaits you in Florida’s Sweetest Spot.

Visit Central Florida to experience family-friendly attractions such as LEGOLAND® Florida Resort, Bok Tower Gardens, Safari Wilderness, pick oranges, peaches and blueberries, see performances at our award winning theatres, or enjoy our wonderful weather while hiking, cycling or during an airboat ride.

Whether you are visiting Central Florida’s Polk County or have lived here for more than a decade, discover the more than 50 places and activities that we think everyone should experience in Central Florida!

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  • Nov

    06

    First Friday
    Lakeland First Friday

    Downtown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market, featuring local…

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  • Nov

    06

    Fire pit at Westgate River Ranch
    The Haunting of River Ranch

    Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo has unveiled a thrilling new event for the Halloween…

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  • Nov

    07

    Rodeo at Westgate River Ranch
    Saturday Night Rodeo

    Yee-haw! 8 seconds may not seem like a long time, but when you're watching a…

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  • Nov

    07

    Central Florida Food Fest 2025
    Central Florida Food Fest

    Bonnet Springs Park is excited to announce the 2nd annual food and beverage festival, Central…

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  • Nov

    17

    Tasty Tuesdays Downtown Lakeland
    Tasty Tuesdays in Downtown Lakeland

    Tasty Tuesdays in Lakeland is a great way to experience multiple downtown restaurants in one…

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  • Nov

    21

    Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team
    Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show

    Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team hosts a free, monthly show-ski event at Lake Silver in…

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First Friday

Nov 06

Lakeland First Friday

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Fire pit at Westgate River Ranch

Nov 06

The Haunting of River Ranch

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Downtown Winter Haven street

Nov 06

Winter Haven First Friday

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Color Wave Walls

Nov 06 — Nov 14

Color Wave Walls

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Polk County History Center Festival of Wreaths

Nov 07 — Dec 12

Festival of Wreaths at Polk County History Center

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People and vendor tents along Kentucky Ave. in downtown Lakeland during Downtown Farmers Curb Market on Saturday morning.

Nov 07

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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Rodeo at Westgate River Ranch

Nov 07

Saturday Night Rodeo

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Easter egg radishes at Winter Haven Farmers Market

Nov 07

Winter Haven Farmers Market

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Drone image of Bonnet Springs Park located in Lakeland, FL

Nov 07

Cars & Coffee at Bonnet Springs Park

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Wine walk at bok tower gardens

Nov 07

Fall Wine Walk

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