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Breweries, Bars & Live Music

Central Florida’s Polk County offers an abundance of options for those looking to enjoy a pint of beer or glass of wine, and live music. Our downtowns can be the perfect gathering place to meet up with friends, or make new ones. One lakeside bars & breweries offer a spectacular view at sunset.

Bars & Breweries

Enjoy a pint of beer when you visit one of our many microbreweries and taprooms, or enjoy a cocktail at a live music venue! Most breweries & taprooms are also pet-friendly. Check out our bars & breweries in Central Florida!

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Obscure Wine Company

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Obscure Wine Company is one of Winter Haven's premier wine bars. Located right in downtown,…

Address: 276 W Central Ave.
Winter Haven, FL 33880

Phone: (863) 268-6555

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Vasco Sixty-One

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Vasco Sixty-One is the rooftop bar at Nineteen61. They offer unique cocktails and tapas.

Address: 215 E. Main St.
Lakeland, FL 33801

Phone: (863) 688-1961

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Gram Parsons Derry Down

Gram Parsons Derry Down

Gram Parsons' Derry Down is a historic music venue opened in 1964 by Gram Parsons…

Address: 297 5th Street NW
Winter Haven, FL 33881

Phone: 863-295-9422

gpderrydown@gmail.com
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