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May includes the Watermelon Festival, Mother’s Day, Mayfaire by-the-Lake, Teacher Appreciation, blueberry picking, peach picking, Sunflower fields, outdoor fun, and a calendar full of community events. Check out our list of things to do in May in Lakeland and across Polk County.

Say THANK YOU during Teacher Appreciation Week with this great list of gifts teachers will love. Includes FREE ways to thank a teacher, plus a list of do’s and don’ts when it comes to giving gifts and showing teachers how much you appreciate them!

Mayfaire by-the-Lake presented by the Polk Museum of Art is an annual outdoor art festival in Lakeland, FL that has something for everyone! Family-friendly event with a children’s art tent, performances, amazing artwork, and more. Read our tips for taking kids. May 10 – 11, 2025.

Find out what mom really wants for Mother’s Day! Ideas for celebrating moms in Lakeland and Polk County. Meal deals, activities, gift ideas, local discounts, and more.

If you’re looking for a fun activity to do with kids, picking peaches is a great way to get outdoors AND teach them about where our food comes from. Find local U-Pick Peach Farms open April – June in Lakeland, Polk County & Central Florida.

Sunflowers bloom in Florida in both spring and fall. Local sunflower farms are open for you to cut your own sunflowers or wander through a sunflower maze. Take a day trip to a sunflower field to get outdoors and enjoy colorful photo opportunities.

Local Moms + More is a new online community from Lakeland Mom—created for moms in Polk County who want real connection, local support, and a space you’ll love, off social media.

Blueberry picking has become an annual tradition in our house! Check out this extensive list of local farms for blueberry picking near you, plus helpful tips for visiting a blueberry farm.

April includes Easter, SUN ‘n FUN, U-Pick blueberries, Sunflower fields, beautiful weather for outdoor fun, and a calendar full of community events. Check out our list of things to do in April in Lakeland and across Polk County.

The Junior League will host the annual World Of Reading Festival in Barnett Park Saturday, April 12. This is a FREE event open to families and kids of all ages. Crafts, balloon artists, face painters, music, kids activities, free books, snacks and drinks, and a chance to meet a Featured Author.

The 2025 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, held in Lakeland from April 1-6, is the perfect way to introduce children to the world of aviation. Read our tips for attending with kids! Ages 12 & under are FREE every day at SUN ‘n FUN, plus Florida Resident Deals on Saturday and Sunday.

Find out where you can hunt for Easter Eggs or have Brunch with the Easter Bunny in Lakeland & across Polk County. Most events on our list are FREE!

Staying local for Spring Break? We guarantee you’ll find plenty of kid friendly fun on our list of over 100 events & activities in Lakeland and Polk County.

Spring is in the air which means an abundance of events on the calendar. This is one of our favorite months to get out of the house and enjoy community activities and make family memories. Check out our list of things to do in March in Lakeland and across Polk County.

Looking for the best fish fry in Lakeland or Winter Haven? We’ve got details on local seafood restaurants and Friday night all you can eat fish fry dinners, plus church fish fry dinners during Lent.

St. Patrick’s Day is coming soon (March 17) and we’ve got a list of activities to celebrate the Irish and get into the St. Patty’s Day spirit. Find events and Irish Pubs in Lakeland, Winter Haven, & Polk County area.

Shop the Project Prom store in February, March and April. Students with a Polk County School ID can sign a pledge to celebrate prom alcohol and drug-free and receive their dresses and suits for FREE.

Whether you’re planning a date night, day date, special evening out, or just have a free evening without the kids, we’re here to help with local date night ideas.