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

Holidays at LEGOLAND Florida

Weekends, through December 31, Celebrate your holidays the LEGOLAND® way.

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Nov

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Exterior of 3-story Wonder House in Bartow, FL

Wonder House Christmas Tours

Weekend Christmas tours offered at The Wonder House, a 5,700-sqr. ft. historic home in Bartow.…

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Nov

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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

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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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Dec

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Downtown Lake Wales in the evening

Lake Wales Live

The Lake Wales live series kicks off in November 2024 to ignite Downtown Lake Wales.…

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Polk County History Center Festival of Wreaths

Nov 08 — Dec 21

Festival of Wreaths at Polk County History Center

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

Nov 29

Holidays at LEGOLAND Florida

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Exterior of 3-story Wonder House in Bartow, FL

Nov 29

Wonder House Christmas Tours

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

Nov 30

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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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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2 plant vendors at Paradise Market

Dec 01

Paradise Market at Camp Margaritaville Auburndale

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Startlight Nights logo Main Street Winter Haven

Dec 05 — Jan 01

Starlight Nights Downtown

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Float at the Lakeland Christmas Parade 2023

Dec 05

Lakeland Christmas Parade

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First Friday

Dec 06

Lakeland First Friday

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orange blossom revue 2021

Dec 06 — Dec 07

Orange Blossom Revue

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