All of our year-round posts are listed right here in the Guide to Lakeland so you can find anything and everything you’re searching for! With information on indoor fun, local playgrounds, education options, seasonal fun, and much more, we’ve got the scoop on events and activities for families and kids in Lakeland. Check back regularly, we are adding new info weekly!
Birthdays
The ULTIMATE Birthday Party Guide to Lakeland
Local Birthday Freebies in Lakeland & Polk County
Give your Child a Birthday to Remember at a Lakeland Flying Tigers Game
Fat Chihuahua Entertainment – Mobile Party & Event Entertainment
Baby & Toddler Activities
Activities for Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers and Moms
Classes & Lessons
Lakeland & Polk County Swimming Lessons
Central Florida Athletics: Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Tumbling & more
Education
Polk County School Choice Options – Magnet, Charter, IB, Academies & more
Polk County’s FREE VPK Program – With New Delayed Enrollment For Later Birthdates
2018 – 2019 Polk County School Calendar
Guide to After School Programs in Lakeland
Get Personalized School Swag from Prep Sportswear – Hats, Shirts, Backpacks & more
Teacher Appreciation Gifts… what to buy and what to avoid
Education – Schools & Tutoring / Test Prep
Huntington Learning Center: Personalized Tutoring Services & Test Prep in Lakeland
Lakeland Mom looks at All Saints Academy
Crossroads Christian School provides a Personalized Education Focus for Grades K-12
Kid Friendly Eats
The Best Ice Cream, Cookies, Yogurt & Cupcakes in Lakeland
Parks, Playgrounds & Outdoor Activities
The Rotary Playground in Hernando’s Landing at Lake Parker
The Best Shaded Playgrounds in and around Lakeland
Pools, Splash Pads and Water Parks in Lakeland and Polk County
Hammock Hollow Children’s Garden at Bok Tower Gardens
Parenting & Things for Mom
Our Top 10 Favorite Family Board Games
Guide to Local Direct Sales Consultants & Mom-Run Businesses
Pregnancy & Baby
Our Tour of the Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women & Children at Lakeland Regional Health
Special Needs & Special Kids
Sensory Friendly & Special Needs Activities in Lakeland & Central Florida
Sensational Sundays – Sensory Friendly Fun at Family Fun Center in Lakeland
U-Pick Farms & Farmers Markets
Farmers Markets in Polk County
U-Pick Strawberry Farms in Central Florida
U-Pick Blueberry Farms in Lakeland & Polk County
Seasonal
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9Round Lakeland: The 30 Minute Workout for Busy Moms & Dads
With no set class times, a quick 30 minute circuit workout, encouragement from personal trainers, and new exercises every day, we LOVE working out at 9Round Lakeland. Find out how you can try a workout for free!
Fall & Halloween Activities: Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, Halloween Events & More
We've got a full list of pumpkin patches, corn mazes, family-friendly fall events, haunted houses, Halloween activities & more in Lakeland, Winter Haven, & Polk County.
Farmers Markets in Polk County
Get details on weekly Farmers Markets in Lakeland, Bartow, Winter Haven, Lake Wales, and across Polk County where you can find fresh produce and local goods.
Get FREE TICKETS to visit Explorations V Children’s Museum OR Bok Tower Gardens on Sept. 22
Visit Explorations V Children's Museum in Lakeland, Cracker Country in Tampa, or Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales for FREE on September 22 as part of Museum Day Live hosted by Smithsonian magazine.
Women Facing Breast Cancer Have Many New Surgical Options
The Breast Cancer Team at Lakeland Regional Health is committed to learning and providing leading-edge technologies that will significantly affect your life after cancer. Read about the latest advanced treatments that are redefining the standards of cancer care.
Things to Do for Labor Day Weekend in & around Lakeland
The Ultimate Labor Day Weekend Guide for Lakeland & Polk County. Events, activities, & things to do with kids this weekend out and about around town.
Fat Chihuahua Entertainment – Mobile Party & Event Entertainment
Let Fat Chihuahua provide party entertainment so you can sit back and relax! Mobile entertainment options include a Video Game Truck, Mirror Me photo booth, interactive mobile laser tag, and more.
Brian Regan’s Live Comedy Tour is coming to the RP Funding Center
My favorite comedian Brian Regan is coming to Lakeland! I know so many Brian Regan jokes I can’t even pick a favorite. He’s a clean comedian and his jokes are based on hilarious life experiences we can all relate to.
Huntington Learning Center: Personalized Tutoring Services & Test Prep in Lakeland
Huntington Learning Center has been helping students get the best education possible for almost 40 years. Whether your child is struggling academically or just wants to get ahead, Huntington can tailor a personalized tutoring or test prep program with one-on-one attention that will achieve results.
Guide to After School Programs in Lakeland
Find after school care where your kids will be engaged, have fun, and receive homework help during the hours between school and work ending. All of the after school programs on our list provide school pick up.
Get Personalized School Swag from Prep Sportswear – Hats, Shirts, Backpacks & more
Kick off the new school year with personalized fan gear to show your school pride. Get school swag from Prep Sportswear for over 100 schools in Lakeland & Polk County!
Our Top 10 Favorite Family Board Games
Our family loves playing card games and board games, and we’ve graduated to strategy games where everyone – kids included – has a fair shot at winning and there are often bragging rights involved! See our 10 favorite kid approved AND parent approved games.
Crossroads Christian School provides a Personalized Education Focus for Grades K-12
With low student-teacher ratios and and an encouraging, nurturing environment, Lakeland area kids with special education needs are finding success at Crossroads Christian School, and your child can too!
Back-To-School Bashes, Free School Supplies, Donation Drives in Polk County
We've got a full list of back to school events, free school supplies, our favorite back to school gear, Stuff the Bus donation locations, tax-free shopping holiday info, and more.
Safeguarding Your Preteen Event at LRH featuring Sheriff Grady Judd and Jaylen Arnold
Parents and preteens are invited to the Safeguarding Your Preteen event on Thursday, July 26, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Lakeland Regional Health. The event will feature Polk Sheriff Grady Judd and nationally known anti-bullying proponent Jaylen Arnold.
Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday – August 3-5, 2018
The Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is happening again this year from August 3-5, 2018 and we've got all the details you need to know to save some $$ on your back to school shopping!
Summer BreakSpot – Free Meals for Kids 18 & under during the Summer
The Summer BreakSpot Program provides free meals to kids under 18 while school is out for the summer — no registration required! There are over 40 locations just in Lakeland plus many others throughout Polk County. Find a location near you.
Florida Attraction Discounts & Deals – Theme Parks, Family Activities, Dinner Shows, & more
Find deals on top attractions such as Busch Gardens, Sea World, Aquatica, Blue Man Group, LEGOLAND Florida, Bok Tower Gardens, and more.
FREE Admission to Kennedy Space Center for 5th Graders in 2018
Students in 5th grade in 2017-18 OR 2018-19 can receive FREE daily admission to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex now through December 31. Get details and print your free coupon here.
4th of July Events & Fireworks in Lakeland and Polk County
Nothing says SUMMER like 4th of July festivities and FIREWORKS! We've got a list of all the places to find Independence Day Celebrations in Lakeland & Polk County.