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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  • Aug

    18

    Tasty Tuesdays Downtown Lakeland
    Tasty Tuesdays in Downtown Lakeland

    Tasty Tuesdays in Lakeland is a great way to experience multiple downtown restaurants in one…

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  • Aug

    22

    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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  • Aug

    27

    Save at Bok Tower Gardens
    Wawa Summer Fun Days at Bok Tower

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

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  • Sep

    04

    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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  • Sep

    19

    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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Rodeo at Westgate River Ranch

Aug 22

Saturday Night Rodeo

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Detroit Tigers Spring Training

Aug 25

Lakeland Flying Tigers

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Detroit Tigers Spring Training

Aug 30

Lakeland Flying Tigers

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Crenshaw canopy walk at Bonnet Springs Park

Sep 03

Sunset Dance Series at Bonnet Springs Park

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First Friday

Sep 04

Lakeland First Friday

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Downtown Winter Haven street

Sep 04

Winter Haven First Friday

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

Sep 05

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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

Sep 05

Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND Florida Resort

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Drone image of Bonnet Springs Park located in Lakeland, FL

Sep 05

Cars & Coffee at Bonnet Springs Park

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Rodeo at Westgate River Ranch

Sep 05

Saturday Night Rodeo

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