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Register for Santa’s Calling — free phone calls from Santa on Tuesday, December 9 for Lakeland elementary-aged children. Limited spots — sign up in early November. Thank you to the City of Lakeland Parks + Rec department!

Find local restaurants open on Thanksgiving. Keep it simple and let someone else cook the turkey dinner this year while you enjoy Thanksgiving Day.

Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving Dinner, need some help with the side dishes or pies, or don’t want to show up at a holiday dinner empty-handed, we’re here to help with a list of Lakeland and Winter Haven area restaurants that offer Thanksgiving Catering, Dinners To Go, and Holiday Pies.

If you’re looking for camps for Thanksgiving Break, activities to keep your kids busy, or you need childcare while you’re working that week, we’ve got a list of Thanksgiving Break camps in Lakeland and across Polk County.

November always feels like an awkward month where we still have one foot in fall and the other in the Christmas holidays. Whatever you love about November, we’re here to help you make the most of this month and get ahead with your Thanksgiving and Christmas planning.

Whether you have a Veteran in the family to celebrate, or would simply like to show your support for our local Veterans, check out the Veterans Day Events in Lakeland and across Polk County.

The holiday season is in full swing in November! We’ve got a list of the best things to do this month so you can be sure the “can’t miss” events are on your calendar. Check out our November Things to Do for Lakeland and Polk County.

Trick or Treating in Polk County happens on October 31, no matter the day of the week. Find out the Trick or Treating hours in Lakeland, Winter Haven & nearby communities.

Are you looking for the best place to Trick or Treat in Lakeland? We’ve got a list of Halloween events on October 31 plus the best neighborhoods for Trick or Treating.

If you need a little bit of help with some Christmas magic this holiday season, there are local holiday assistance programs that provide toys, gifts, and food to families in need. Applications are due in October and November so be sure to apply early.

There are SO.MANY.EVENTS in October so we’ve put together a Top 10 list to be sure the “can’t miss” events are on your calendar, including plenty of activities that have nothing to do with pumpkins or Halloween. Check out our October Top 10 for Lakeland and Polk County.

Discover the best Fall Activities and Halloween Events in Lakeland + Polk County. From pumpkin patches to haunted houses, we’ve got you covered. Get ready for a spooktacular season filled with fun-filled festivities. Don’t miss out on the excitement – plan your Fall adventures now!

If you like to SCREAM when it is time for Halloween, we’ve got a list of places to find all things scary in Central Florida including Haunted Houses, Zombies, and gory attractions designed for teens & adults.

Trunk or Treating, Carnivals, Hayrides, Halloween Movies, Fall Festivals & more. Check out our ULTIMATE list of fall activities and Halloween events in Polk County and find fall fun to add to your calendar.

Whether you’re trying to find the perfect pumpkin, or a place to take photos of your own little pumpkins, we’ve got a list of pumpkin patches in Lakeland and Polk County.

Get ready to raise your stein! Polk County is home to several Oktoberfest events this fall, offering everything from authentic German beer and bratwursts to lively music and family-friendly activities. Discover the best Oktoberfest celebrations happening near you.

Looking to explore a corn maze, working farm, or just get outside for a fall afternoon? We’ve got a list of corn mazes and fall festivals happening in Polk County and across Central Florida from September through November.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kane’s Furniture have Teamed Up with a great promotion for Central Florida residents. Register now for a free ticket to Busch Gardens anytime the Bucs record 10 first downs or more in a game.