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

    Spring Bloom is the most colorful time of the year at Bok Tower Gardens as…

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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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  • Apr

    11

    Polk County Blueberry Festival
    Polk County Blueberry Festival

    The Polk County Blueberry Festival will celebrate one of Florida’s biggest and most delicious crops-…

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    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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Feb 20 — Apr 13

RussMatt Central Florida Baseball Invitational

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Bark in the Park event poster

Mar 27

Bark in the Park

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People crossing the finish line at the Carillon Classic 5k

Mar 28

Carillon Classic 5k

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

Mar 28

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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Rodeo at Westgate River Ranch

Mar 28

Saturday Night Rodeo

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

Mar 28 — Apr 30

Spring Bloom at Bok Tower Gardens

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exterior of Polk County's Welcome Center in Davenport, FL. Visit Central Florida logo on front of building. This location is our main Visitor Services location.

Mar 28

Welcome Center’s Easter Egg Hunt

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Easter egg radishes at Winter Haven Farmers Market

Mar 28

Winter Haven Farmers Market

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Downtown Lake Wales in the evening

Mar 28

Lake Wales Live

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Bonnet Springs Park aerial

Mar 28

Bonnet Springs Park 5K

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