Looking for details on Spring Break and favorite local activities planned for January, February, March, April & May? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve got lots of great ideas for things to do in Spring, and you’ll find it all listed here as it gets posted!
We share info on Spring Break Camps, Easter Egg Hunts, Spring Break activities, tips for attending Sun ‘n Fun & Mayfaire, Mother’s Day events, details on Lakeland’s favorite annual events that happen in Spring, and so much more!
Note that some posts below have not been updated for 2025. Check the published date and stay tuned for updates!
See something we missed? Contact Us or Submit your Event. We’ll be adding events and activities daily, so be sure to check back on a regular basis!
Sign up for our email “fun-letter” to get new ideas for activities and things to do in Lakeland each week!
Please check directly with event organizers for specific dates, discounts, current ticket prices, advance registration, and any last-minute changes. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we include an outside link so you can verify the details for all events and activities.
FAVORITE SPRING EVENTS + ACTIVITIES
2025 THEME PARK PRESCHOOL PASSES
SEASONAL THINGS TO DO IN LAKELAND + POLK COUNTY IN SPRING
✦ Put all of our favorite Annual Spring Events on your calendar.
✦ Eat hand-picked fruit from a U-Pick Strawberry Farm in Plant City or Central Florida (December – April).
✦ Sign up for swim lessons.
✦ Enjoy delicious eats at a local BBQ Competition.
✦ Sign up for a Spring Break Camp.
✦ Have a fantastic Spring Break Staycation with our list of things to do during Spring Break in Lakeland.
✦ Get FREE admission for ages 5 & under to a local theme park and water park – Busch Gardens Preschool Preschool Pass (includes Adventure Island) or Sea World Orlando Preschool Pass (includes Aquatica).
✦ Visit a Blueberry Farm and pick blueberries right here in Lakeland and Polk County (March – May).
✦ Learn about Florida Peaches {and take some home} at a U-Pick Peach Farm (April – June).
✦ Visit a Sunflower field for colorful photos and maybe even pick some to take home.
✦ Find a local event to celebrate Valentine’s Day or St. Patrick’s Day.
✦ Take the kids to a local Easter Egg Hunt.
✦ Enjoy a Friday Fish Fry at a local church or restaurant.
✦ Check out SUN ‘n FUN – it is kid-friendly fun!
✦ Explore the artwork at Mayfaire-by-the-Lake – a family-friendly spring favorite.
✦ Celebrate mom with a Mother’s Day brunch or other things to do on Mother’s Day.
OUTDOOR THINGS TO DO IN SPRING
Don’t miss our huge list of things to do outdoors in Lakeland + Polk County. Some of our favorite things to do in Spring include:
✦ Hike or walk in one of our amazing outdoor spaces.
✦ Go on a family bike ride.
✦ Visit a local playground.
✦ Go canoeing or kayaking {winter and early spring are the time to see the manatees on the west coast!}.
✦ Find all of the amazing outdoor murals in Lakeland.
✦ Visit Bok Tower Gardens and Hammock Hollow Children’s Garden {It is beautiful year round but especially in spring when the azaleas bloom}.
✦ Eat brunch, lunch, or dinner at a restaurant with outdoor seating {now is the time – not too hot!}
✦ Get ice cream! {Let’s be honest… this is a year round activity here in Florida}
✦ Sign up for a 5k or Kids Fun Run
Outdoor Activities Guide: Things to Do in Lakeland + Polk County
Are you searching for outdoor activities to do with kids? Check out this huge list of things to do outdoors in Lakeland and Polk County where you can enjoy the fresh air and open spaces and let the kids have fun.
INDOOR SPRING ACTIVITIES
We’ve also got a huge list of fun things to do indoors in Lakeland + Polk County. It includes:
- Indoor Playgrounds
- Bowling
- Movies
- Laser Tag
- Arcades
- Museums
- Archery
- Trampoline Parks
- and MUCH MORE!
Indoor Activities Guide: Things to Do in Lakeland + Polk County
This is the ultimate guide to indoor activities in Lakeland and Polk County. Indoor playgrounds, arcades, bowling, trampoline parks, escape rooms, and tons of other indoor things to do with kids.
FREE THINGS TO DO IN SPRING
Many of the seasonal activities and events listed above are free, but we’ve also got the scoop on year-round free things to do in Lakeland with kids.
50+ Free Things to Do in Lakeland and Polk County
Looking for FREE things to do near you in Lakeland and Polk County? We have some great ideas for you! Making memories and finding family fun doesn’t have to be expensive.
RECENT SPRING ARTICLES
30+ Easter Egg Hunts + Bunny Pictures in Lakeland and Polk County
Find out where you can hunt for Easter Eggs or have Brunch with the Easter Bunny in Lakeland & across Polk County. Most events on our list are FREE!
Things To Do During Spring Break – 50+ Ideas for Local Fun
Staying local for Spring Break? We guarantee you’ll find plenty of kid friendly fun on our list of over 100 events & activities in Lakeland and Polk County.
Top 10 Things to Do in Lakeland + Polk County in March
Spring is in the air which means an abundance of events on the calendar. This is one of our favorite months to get out of the house and enjoy community activities and make family memories. Check out our list of things to do in March in Lakeland and across Polk County.
Friday Fish Fry Guide for Lakeland + Winter Haven
Looking for the best fish fry in Lakeland or Winter Haven? We’ve got details on local seafood restaurants and Friday night all you can eat fish fry dinners, plus church fish fry dinners during Lent.
St. Patrick’s Day Events & Activities in Lakeland + Polk County
St. Patrick’s Day is coming soon (March 17) and we’ve got a list of activities to celebrate the Irish and get into the St. Patty’s Day spirit. Find events and Irish Pubs in Lakeland, Winter Haven, & Polk County area.
Top 10 Things to Do in Lakeland + Polk County in February
February is the month of love, strawberry picking, BBQ, festivals, and more. We’ve got a list of the best things to do this month to help you find family fun. Check out our February Top 10 for Lakeland and Polk County.
Sign up for our newsletter below to be the first to see our Summer, Fall & Halloween & Christmas Holiday event guides.
100+ Things to Do with Kids
Check out our Ultimate List of Things to Do with Kids in Lakeland + Polk County to find indoor fun, outdoor fun, free things to do, seasonal activities, and more.