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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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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Red, White & Kaboom

T. Mims Corp. Red, White & Kaboom is Lakeland's annual Independence Day celebration featuring live…

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Jul

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Rockin’ Freedom Fest

Rockin’ Freedom Fest

The City of Winter Haven will host Rockin' Freedom Fest at MLK Park on Lake…

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LEGO fireworks over lake at during Holidays at LEGOLAND

Red, White, and BOOM

Celebrate July 4th and summer fun with the only fireworks display that magically transforms into…

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Jul

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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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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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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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Downtown Winter Haven street

Jul 03

Winter Haven First Friday

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Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team

Jul 03

Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show

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Red, White & Kaboom

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Rockin’ Freedom Fest

Jul 03

Rockin’ Freedom Fest

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LEGO fireworks over lake at during Holidays at LEGOLAND

Jul 04

Red, White, and BOOM

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Fireworks at the annual Thunder on the Ridge event in Haines City, FL

Jul 04

Thunder on the Ridge

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Jul 05

Caffeine & Gasoline at Bonnet Springs Park

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

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Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

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Drone image of Bonnet Springs Park located in Lakeland, FL

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Birding on the Boardwalk at Bonnet Springs Park

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Rodeo at Westgate River Ranch

Jul 05

Saturday Night Rodeo

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