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Valentine’s Day is all about LOVE and what better way to show your kiddos the love than with some quality time together! We’ve got a list of events plus ideas for activities around town.
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Here in Lakeland and across Polk County we have fantastic festivals and community events that happen every spring! Get out your calendar and pencil in the dates for these local favorites including art shows, BBQ Festivals SUN ‘n FUN, Swan Derby, Mayfaire, & more.
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BBQ Festivals are fun, family friendly events with good eats, live entertainment, kids activities, and more. Get details on upcoming barbecue competitions including Lakeland PigFest and Ribs on the Ridge in Haines City.
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With year-round sunshine here in Central Florida, you can find an abundance of 5k races, 10k races, and Fun Runs throughout the year! Check our list of upcoming family-friendly races and kids fun runs in Lakeland, Winter Haven & across Polk County.
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Step back in time at the Alafia River Rendezvous. This annual event in Polk County is a living portrayal of pre-1840 America. Music, games, artisans & more, open to the public January 23-24, 2026.
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January kicks off the spring season with many of our favorite annual events! 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 January Top 10 for Lakeland and Polk County.
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Wondering where you can ring in 2026 with the kids? Explore family-friendly New Year’s Eve and NOON Year’s Eve celebrations in Lakeland, Polk County, + Central Florida — fun for all ages!
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Find the best neighborhood Christmas Light displays and community lights around Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, Mulberry, Plant City, and more. Includes a map you can use for your own Christmas lights driving tour!
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From dazzling parades to cozy holiday markets, Polk County knows how to celebrate! We’ve rounded up all the can’t-miss Christmas events for families in one place so you can spend less time searching and more time soaking up the magic of the season.
Get ready for the 2026 Christmas parade season across Polk County! From Lakeland to Bartow, Havendale, Haines City, and more, enjoy free, family-friendly fun with festive floats, marching bands & plenty of holiday cheer.
12 Festive Christmas Parades in Lakeland, Bartow, Havendale + across Polk County Read More »
Discover the best places for Santa pictures near you! From free photos with Santa at community events to mall Santa experiences across Lakeland, Bartow & Polk County — we’ve got every holiday photo op covered.
20+ Places to snap Santa Pictures or have Breakfast with Santa in Lakeland + Polk County Read More »
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.
Veterans Day Events in Lakeland + Across Polk County Read More »
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.
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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.
2026 Calendar of Trunk or Treats and Halloween Events for Kids: Lakeland + Polk County Read More »
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.
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