Major League Spring Training isn’t the only baseball in town. Nearly 300 college teams from around the nation and at every level visit Central Florida from February to March, making the RussMatt Central Florida Invitational the largest baseball event of its kind in the nation. So while you’re in town for a game (or two or three) here are some other great things to do before & after a RussMatt baseball game!
Things To Do Before & After A RussMatt Baseball Game
Visit LEGOLAND Florida
Need a day off from watching baseball? LEGOLAND Florida Resort is the perfect all-day spring activity and is fun for the whole family. With over 50 rides, interactive shows, attractions, and a water park, designed just for kids, it’s guaranteed they will have the best vacation ever. Stay at Pirate Island Hotel for an even greater experience. And on February 24th the new Peppa Pig Theme Park opens just steps away!
Enjoy Nature at Bok Tower Gardens
Inspiring visitors with Olmsted gardens, a majestic bell tower, carillon concerts and El Retiro Mansion, Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales features daily concerts, nature walks and special events. The Gardens’ Outdoor Kitchen and Children’s Garden are just two of the many reasons locals should revisit this historic attraction. Plan to enjoy lunch at the Café and stop in the gift shop. Bok Tower Gardens is a National Historic Landmark.
Take a Sunset Boat Cruise with Living Water Boat Cruises
Book at scenic tour of Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes with The Living Water Boat Cruises. Watch LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s water ski show from a boat, or take a sunset cruise and enjoy a lakeside dinner at Harborside.
Restaurants
Near Lake Myrtle Sports Complex
Eat and drink like a local in Auburndale. Grab lunch or dinner at Tantrum’s Lakeside Grill or delicious pizza at Pizza Connection. Both restaurants offer gluten-free or vegetarian options.
Near Chain O’Lakes Stadium
You’ll find plenty of restaurants in the downtown Winter Haven area, including Harborside, Lucille’s American Café, Fire Restaurant, Ave Bar by Arabella’s, Andy’s Igloo, Tanner’s Lakeside Restaurant and Bar, and Nutwood.
Looking for breakfast or coffee? We recommend Honeycomb Bread Bakers, Haven Coffee Roasters, N+1 Coffee, or Richard’s Fine Coffee.
Near North East Regional Park
Eat like a local in Davenport with options like fish & chips from The Proper Pie Company or burgers & barbeque from Ovation Bistro and Bar. Here’s a full list of restaurants in the Davenport area.
Where to Stay During RussMatt
Looking for a place to stay during your Spring Training vacation? Use the links below to get more information about hotels within just a few miles from each of the stadiums.
Near Lake Myrtle Sports Complex
Camp Margaritaville RV Resort and Cabana Cabins is just steps away from Lake Myrtle Sports Complex. With cabana cabins that sleep up to 5 people and premium RV sites with resort-style amenities, Camp Margaritaville is the perfect spot for your spring vacation!
Near Chain O’Lakes Stadium
Near North East Regional Park
- Bahama Bay Resort & Spa
- Regal Palms Resort & Spa
- Get more info on Vacation Rental Homes around the area
For more hotel options, check out the RussMatt website or click here.
