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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  • Apr

    14

    Planes lined up at the annual SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, FL
    SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo

    SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is one of the world's largest annual aviation events. This…

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  • Apr

    18

    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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  • Apr

    24

    Pitmasters in Paradise
    Pitmasters in Paradise

    Experience the ultimate island-inspired BBQ throwdown in Central Florida on April 24-25, 2026. Pitmasters in…

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  • May

    01

    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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Lina Greco's weekend getaway with a stop to Bok Tower Gardens

Feb 01 — Apr 30

Spring Bloom at Bok Tower Gardens

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

Apr 18

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team

Apr 18

Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show

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Tasty Tuesdays Downtown Lakeland

Apr 21

Tasty Tuesdays in Downtown Lakeland

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Detroit Tigers Spring Training

Apr 21

Lakeland Flying Tigers

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Detroit Tigers Spring Training

Apr 22

Lakeland Flying Tigers

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Shopfront to Pressed Books and Coffee

Apr 23 — Apr 25

Lakeland Book Crawl

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Detroit Tigers Spring Training

Apr 23

Lakeland Flying Tigers

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Detroit Tigers Spring Training

Apr 24

Lakeland Flying Tigers

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Pitmasters in Paradise

Apr 24 — Apr 25

Pitmasters in Paradise

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