Looking for details on Spring Break and favorite local activities planned for 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’ll have 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! 🌸
Many attraction closures and event postponements have been announced beginning September 27 due to Hurricane Ian. We are editing our calendar and articles if we receive notice of event changes, but please be sure to check directly with organizers to confirm any events or activities through October 9. A link is provided at the bottom of every event on our calendar and in all articles.
Note that some posts below have not been updated for 2022. Check the published date and stay tuned for updates! Please keep in mind that many events and activities are still subject to last-minute changes until we return to normal. Links are provided to each and every source, check directly with organizers for the most up to date information and any updates we may have missed.
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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 + Adventure Island or Sea World + 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.
✦ Watch a hot air balloon launch or take a balloon ride at Up Up and Away Florida – a hot air balloon festival in Lakeland.
✦ 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}
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!
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.
RECENT SPRING ARTICLES
Top 10 Things to Do in Lakeland + Polk County in May
May includes Mother’s Day, Up Up and Away Florida hot air balloon festival, 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.
Up Up and Away Florida – Hot Air Balloon Festival in Lakeland
Make plans to attend one of the most unique events in Lakeland – Up Up & Away Florida – a hot air balloon festival at the SUN ‘n FUN campus from May 6 – 8, 2022. Colorful balloon glows, balloon launches, tethered balloon rides, live music, food and beverage options, helicopter rides, kids zone, and…
2022 Mayfaire by-the-Lake presented by the Polk Museum of Art – a Family-Friendly Lakeland Tradition
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 7 – 8, 2022.
Celebrating Moms – Mother’s Day Specials and Brunch Locations in Lakeland + Polk County
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.
Peach Picking Farms in Lakeland, Polk County, and Central Florida
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.
Blueberry Picking in Lakeland and Polk County
Blueberry picking has become an annual tradition in our house – check out this extensive list of local U-Pick blueberry farms, plus helpful tips for blueberry picking. Some U-Pick Blueberry farms are open now, and others are offering pre-picked blueberries for curbside pick up.
Easter Egg Hunts + Bunny Photos 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!
Top 10 Things to Do in Lakeland + Polk County in April
April includes Easter, SUN ‘n FUN, U-Pick blueberries, Sunflower fields, beautiful weather for outdoor fun, and a calendar full of community events. Check out our list of things to do in April in Lakeland and across Polk County.
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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.