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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May

17

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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May

17

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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May

17

LEGO Festival

LEGO Festival

Get ready for the LEGO® Festival at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort, where imagination will run wild,…

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May

29

Save at Bok Tower Gardens

Wawa Summer Fun Day at Bok Tower

Enjoy FREE admission to Bok Tower Gardens on this day. Guests must pre-register to attend!

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Jun

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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Just another beautiful day at the Polk County History Center.????️????: Polk County History Center in Bartow, FL????: @pangpond_ntk

May 17

Polk County History Center Architectural Tour

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Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team

May 17

Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show

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

May 17

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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Easter egg radishes at Winter Haven Farmers Market

May 17

Winter Haven Farmers Market

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Rodeo at Westgate River Ranch

May 17

Saturday Night Rodeo

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LEGO Festival

May 17

LEGO Festival

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2 plant vendors at Paradise Market

May 18

Paradise Market at Camp Margaritaville Auburndale

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LEGO Festival->->2025-05-18

May 18

LEGO Festival

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Tasty Tuesdays Downtown Lakeland

May 20

Tasty Tuesdays in Downtown Lakeland

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

May 24

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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