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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, Smoke on the Water in Winter Haven, and Ribs on the Ridge in Haines City.
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The idea of coffee and community go hand in hand – enjoying a cup is as much about getting a much-needed boost as it is finding an opportunity to connect with other people, share stories, and try new things. Skip the chains – Lakeland is full of amazing local coffee shops!
A Lakeland Coffee Tour – Our Favorite Local Coffee Shops Read More »
I scream, U scream, we all scream for ice cream! Cookies! Frozen yogurt! Gelato! Shaved Ice! Cupcakes! Find the best places for sweet eats, frozen treats, and ice cream in Lakeland and across Polk County.
The Best Shaved Ice, Cookies, and Ice Cream in Lakeland + Polk County Read More »
Do you ever find yourself planning to go out for lunch or dinner, wanting a restaurant with outdoor tables, but can’t remember which restaurants have outdoor dining?? This list is for you!
Restaurants with Outdoor Dining in Lakeland and Winter Haven Read More »
Celebrate your birthday with free meals, desserts, discounts, & gifts from your favorite local restaurants and stores in Lakeland & across Polk County.
67 Places to get Free Birthday Meals, Free Food, + Birthday Freebies Read More »
Looking for a restaurant to have a baby shower, adult birthday party, company lunch, holiday party, or other private event? We can help you find local restaurants with private rooms so you can stop searching and start planning your special event.
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What is it about tea parties that makes them so timeless and so much fun, regardless of age? We put together a list of tea rooms in Polk County and Central Florida where you can dress up and enjoy tea, lunch, and desserts.
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The United Way of Central Florida’s George W. Jenkins End Hunger Initiative and Feeding Tampa Bay have weekly Mobile Food Pantry stops across Polk County. If you are in need of food, visit a food pantry location on the set day and time to pick up a pre-packaged box of groceries, free of charge.
Food Banks in Polk County – Lakeland, Winter Haven, Auburndale, Bartow & more Read More »
Whether you’re looking for a local coffee shop or the best ice cream in town, our Food + Drink Guide can help you find local restaurants and places to get a treat in Lakeland and Polk County.
Food, Drink + Restaurants in Lakeland and Polk County Read More »
Serving 24 flavors of fresh brewed iced tea, HTeaO Lakeland has quickly become my favorite spot to treat myself to a beverage, and my family loves it too. Call it what you want – a tea bar, tea shop, or tea buffet – HTeaO has one focus: serving delicious iced tea.
HTeaO Lakeland: What’s Your Favorite Iced Tea Flavor? Read More »
