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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LOCAL EVENTS

Check out the local events you can enjoy while in town for your next sporting event.

Sep

23

LEGO monsters in front of LEGOLAND Florida for Brick-or-Treat presents Monster Party

Brick-or-Treat Presents Monster Party at LEGOLAND Florida Resort

Celebrate Halloween the LEGOLAND® Florida way as Brick-or-Treat presents Monster Party returns Saturdays and Sundays…

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Sep

23

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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Sep

28

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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Sep

29

Ritz Theatre

Summer Concert Series at the Ritz Theatre

Visit the historic Ritz Theatre for their Summer Concert Series featuring a variety of different…

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Oct

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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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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LEGO monsters in front of LEGOLAND Florida for Brick-or-Treat presents Monster Party

Sep 23

Brick-or-Treat Presents Monster Party at LEGOLAND Florida Resort

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

Sep 23

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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LEGO monsters in front of LEGOLAND Florida for Brick-or-Treat presents Monster Party

Sep 24

Brick or Treat Presents Monster Party at LEGOLAND Florida Resort

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Save at Bok Tower Gardens

Sep 28

Wawa Summer Fun Day at Bok Tower

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Ritz Theatre

Sep 29

Summer Concert Series at the Ritz Theatre

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Save at Bok Tower Gardens

Sep 29

Wawa Summer Fun Day at Bok Tower

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Ritz Theatre

Sep 30

Summer Concert Series at the Ritz Theatre

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

Sep 30

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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

Sep 30

Saturday Night Rodeo

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