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Kids can skate FREE two times a week at Skate World in Lakeland when you sign up online for the Kids Skate Free program. Free summer fun! Requires advance sign up.
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There is nothing better than a dip in the pool to beat the Florida heat! We’ve got plenty of local swimming pools and splash pads in Lakeland and across Polk County that are open to the public. Find a place to get wet and cool off this summer.
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May includes the Watermelon Festival, Mother’s Day, Mayfaire by-the-Lake, Teacher Appreciation, blueberry picking, peach picking, Sunflower fields, outdoor fun, and a calendar full of community events. Check out our list of things to do in May in Lakeland and across Polk County.
Top 10 Things to Do in Lakeland + Polk County in May Read More »
Say THANK YOU during Teacher Appreciation Week with this great list of gifts teachers will love. Includes FREE ways to thank a teacher, plus a list of do’s and don’ts when it comes to giving gifts and showing teachers how much you appreciate them!
15+ Teacher Appreciation Ideas – Teacher Gifts and Free Ways to Say THANK YOU Read More »
Mayfaire by-the-Lake presented by the Polk Museum of Art is an annual outdoor art festival in Lakeland, FL that has something for everyone! Family-friendly event with a children’s art tent, performances, amazing artwork, and more. Read our tips for taking kids. May 10 – 11, 2025.
Find out what mom really wants for Mother’s Day! Ideas for celebrating moms in Lakeland and Polk County. Meal deals, activities, gift ideas, local discounts, and more.
Celebrating Moms – Mother’s Day Specials and Brunch Locations in Lakeland + Polk County Read More »
If you’re looking for a fun activity to do with kids, picking peaches is a great way to get outdoors AND teach them about where our food comes from. Find local U-Pick Peach Farms open April – June in Lakeland, Polk County & Central Florida.
Peach Picking Farms in Lakeland, Polk County, and Central Florida Read More »
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.
Local Moms + More is a new online community from Lakeland Mom—created for moms in Polk County who want real connection, local support, and a space you’ll love, off social media.
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Blueberry picking has become an annual tradition in our house! Check out this extensive list of local farms for blueberry picking near you, plus helpful tips for visiting a blueberry farm.
17 Local Farms for a Sweet Day of Blueberry Picking: Lakeland and Polk County Read More »
