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 Florida’s Sweetest spot. 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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12 Days of Christmas Social Media Meme

12 Days of Christmas with Daily Giveaways

From December 1st to December 12th, kick off your Holiday season with the 12 Days…

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Dec

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Downtown Lake Wales in the evening

Lake Wales Live

The Lake Wales live series kicks off in November 2023 to ignite Downtown Lake Wales.…

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Dec

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cowboy on a bull during Saturday Night Rodeo at Westgate River Ranch Resort

Saturday Night Rodeo

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

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Dec

09

Evening scene of people mingling on the street at the Buena Block Party

Buena Holiday Night Market

Head down to Lakeland for the Buena Holiday Night Market for plenty of atmosphere and…

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Dec

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Visit Central Florida Tip-Off logo

Visit Central Florida Tip-Off

Basketball fans get ready as the RP Funding Center is excited to host the Visit…

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Dec

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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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Jan

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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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Art of Samuel Bak at polk museum of art in lakeland, fl

Jul 29 — Jan 07

Art of Holocaust Survivor Samuel Bak Exhibit at Polk Museum of Art

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Polk County History Center Festival of Wreaths

Nov 11 — Dec 14

Festival of Wreaths at Polk County History Center

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Startlight Nights logo Main Street Winter Haven

Dec 01 — Jan 06

Starlight Nights Downtown

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12 Days of Christmas Social Media Meme

Dec 01 — Dec 12

12 Days of Christmas with Daily Giveaways

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couple shopping for produce at Visitor Services flea and farmers market in Davenport, FL

Dec 07

The Market at the Welcome Center

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Florida Flywheelers Antique Engine Club

Dec 08

Florida Flywheelers Christmas in the Village

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Downtown Lake Wales in the evening

Dec 08

Lake Wales Live

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LEGO Santa and LEGO Gingerbread man standing outside LEGOLAND Florida Resort main entrance.

Dec 09

Holidays at LEGOLAND Florida

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

Dec 09

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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Easter egg radishes at Winter Haven Farmers Market

Dec 09

Winter Haven Farmers Market

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