Playgrounds in Lakeland + Polk County
We are lucky to have an abundance of great parks and playgrounds in Lakeland and across Polk County. Find a new playground to explore and let your kids burn off some of that endless energy!
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Spring Events Calendar for Lakeland + Polk County
Here in Lakeland and across Polk County we have fantastic annual events that happen every spring! Get out your calendar and pencil in the dates for these local favorites including art festivals, SUN ‘n FUN, Swan Derby, Mayfaire, & more.
U-Pick Strawberry Farms in Plant City & Central Florida
Check out these U-Pick Strawberry farms in Plant City or within an hour’s drive of Lakeland & Polk County. Strawberry picking is a great family activity since the berries grow in raised beds on the ground and are easy for kids to reach.
LEGOLAND® Florida Resort Preschooler Pass – FREE Admission for ages 4 & Under in 2021
In 2021, kids 4 and younger get into LEGOLAND Florida Theme Park & Water Park for FREE! Find out how to get your FREE Preschooler Pass and have some theme park fun.
Things To Do During Christmas Break in Lakeland + Polk County
The Ultimate Holiday Break Activity Guide for Lakeland & Polk County. Events, activities, & things to do with kids out and about around town while school is out.
Outdoor Holiday Activities + Walk Through Christmas Lights in Lakeland and Central Florida
Find outdoor Christmas activities where you can social distance and still enjoy the holiday season. Outdoor Christmas events, walk-through light displays, and more.
Holiday Activities, Attractions, + Christmas Lights in Orlando
Looking for holiday activities and Christmas lights in Orlando? See a holiday light show, visit a Christmas attraction, or enjoy a night out.
Holiday Activities + Christmas Lights in Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Pete
Take a day {or night} trip to the Tampa, Clearwater, or St. Pete to see free Christmas light displays, enjoy holiday activities, and get into the holiday spirit.
Santa is flying into the SUN ‘n FUN Holiday Flying Festival and Car Show
Kick off the holiday season with outdoor family fun at a BRAND NEW event – the SUN ‘n FUN Holiday Flying Festival and Car Show. SANTA even has special clearance to fly-in on Saturday!
Sunflower Fields and U-Pick Sunflower Farms in 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.