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Thu 5/16

Radium Girls

Radium Girls Rated PG13 16, 2024 1926. Radium is a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage. Until the girls who paint those watch dials begin to...

Thu 5/16 @ 7:30 pm [ +1 dates]
Lakeland, FL. Lake Mirror Theatre, 121 S Lake Ave, 33801, Florida, Lakelan..

TODAY

Messengers - Lakeland

Sat 4/20 @ 6:00 pm
Lakeland, FL. Victory Church, 1401 Griffin Rd., Lakeland, FL 33810

Fri 5/17

MHAM Community Summit 2024

2024 | 8:15 AM | The Well Lakeland, 114 E Parker St, Lakeland 33801 Peace River Center is shining a light on mental health by hosting a […]

Fri 5/17 @ 8:15 am [ +1 dates]
Lakeland, FL. The Well, 114 E Parker St, 33801, FL, Lakeland

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10th Annual 863 Art Fest

One of a kind Art Festival

Sat 4/20 @ 12:00 am
Winter Haven, FL. Central Park Downtown Winter Haven, 469 W Central Ave, 33880..

Mon 4/29

Tech Week High School Drama Production

Mon 4/29 @ 12:00 am [ +1 dates]
Lakeland, FL. Calvary Baptist Church Academy, 4201 Old Kathleen Rd., 33810..

TOMORROW

Introduction To Western Dressage

Clinician: CHARLOTTE TRENTELMAN $40.00 Per Ride and Q&A with Charlotte Auditors are welcome, please bring a chair. Already a dressage rider? Bring your non-dressage friends! Charlotte is an... \n

Sun 4/21 @ 12:00 am [ +1 dates]
Bartow, FL. Pine Creek Ranch, 4311 Old Bartow Eagle Lake Rd, 33830, FL

Mon 4/22

DBOT Meeting

Mon 4/22 @ 4:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Winter Haven, FL. Polk State Winter Haven, WST-126.

Sat 5/18

2024 Lakeland Police Foundation Fallen Heroes Memorial 5k

for the 8th Annual Fallen Heroes Memorial 5K. Run, Walk, Skip.. whatever you prefer!

Sat 5/18 @ 7:00 am [ +1 dates]
Lakeland, FL. YMCA - Cleveland Heights, 3620 Cleveland Heights Blvd Lakela..

Sat 5/11

45th Mayfaire 5k Road Race & Walk 2024 | RRCA Florida..

State 5k Championship. Celebrate 45 years of the Mayfaire 5k Road Race and Walk with an evening run or walk on residential streets from downtown Lakeland through the historic Lake Morton district. T..

Sat 5/11 @ 12:00 am
Lakeland, FL. Lake Mirror Auditorium, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801

Sat 5/18

Sun ‘N Fun | 2024

Sun \'N Fun | 2024 Bring your family out and join the LLAA alumni for the final SUN ‘n FUN airshow of the season! Date: Sunday, 3:30 PM Location: Hilton Garden Inn Balcony, 3839 Don Emerson Dr....

Mon 4/15 @ 3:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Lakeland, FL. Hilton Garden Inn, 3839 Don Emerson Dr., 33811, FL, Lakeland..

Fri 5/10

WWE: NXT Live

WWE: NXT Live at Lakeland Armory on 2024

Fri 5/10 @ 12:00 am
Lakeland, FL. Lakeland Armory, 4140 Drane Field Rd., 33811, FL, Lakeland

Thu 5/16

Women’s Health Week–Journey Through Healthier Eating

Healthy eating begins today! Registered Dietician Dr. Latonya Shepherd from Winter Haven Hospital will provide us with tips on for women

Thu 5/16 @ 10:00 am [ +1 dates]
Mulberry, FL. Studio 37, 400 N. Church Ave, 33860, FL, Mulberry

Sat 5/4

CPR/AED/First Aid Combo

DATE: Saturday, 9:00 am - 1:30 pm LOCATION: Trinity Christian Center, 4416 E County Road 540A, Lakeland, FL, 33813 CLASSROOM: Life-Skills Building, located behind the Gym … \n CPR/AED/First Aid...

Sat 5/4 @ 9:00 am [ +1 dates]
Lakeland, FL. Trinity Christian Center, 4416 East County Rd 540A, 33813, F..

Sun 5/5

Cinco de Mayo Margarita Run

Sun 5/5 @ 4:30 pm
Auburndale, FL. 361 Denton Ave, FL, Auburndale

Sat 5/11

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Adult Dungeons and Dragons 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Bring your imagination for of on the 2nd and 4th Saturday month. All levels

Sat 5/11 @ 1:30 pm [ +1 dates]
Mulberry, FL. Mulberry Public Library, 905 NE 5th Street, 33860, FL, Mulbe..

Mon 5/6

Class A Basic course

Mon 5/6 @ 8:00 am
Lakeland, FL. Lakeland Police Training Center Lakeland, Florida

Tue 5/14

Marketing Committee

Marketing will align on content and promotion strategies for the upcoming month.

Tue 5/14 @ 12:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Lakeland, FL. Catapult, 502 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA

TOMORROW

Youth Hunt - Turkey/Hog - Polk County/Hampton (10Can)

Must register through FWC - fwc.my.site.com/hgm/s/hgm-mentored-hunts Select Youth Hunt - Turkey/Hog - Polk County/Hampton (10Can)

Fri 4/19 @ 7:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Lakeland, FL. Lakeland, Lakeland, FL, USA

Fri 4/26

Friday School

Fri 4/26 @ 10:00 am [ +1 dates]
Lakeland, FL. Calvary Baptist Church Academy, 4201 Old Kathleen Rd., 33810..

Sat 4/27

2024 10th Annual Judd Jog 5k

Join with us to celebrate the 10th Anniversary Judd Jog 5k presented by Polk Sheriff's Charities, Inc. with all proceeds benefiting the of Central Florida! The

Sat 4/27 @ 12:00 am
Winter Haven, FL. Polk County's Sheriffs Operation Center, 1891 Jim Keene..

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2024 Funest 5k, 10k, 30k, and 50k

NEW for 2024 - 5k course that hits a few different trails than the longer races! (limited to 50 runners) Both courses are challenging! With rolling hills that twist and

Sat 4/20 @ 12:00 am
Mulberry, FL. Loyce Harpe Park, 500 W Carter Rd Mulberry, FL 33860

Wed 5/15

Women’s Health Week–Women’s Strength Building Workout

Introduction to strength building for women. Bring your own weights or borrow ours (supplies limited).

Wed 5/15 @ 10:00 am [ +1 dates]
Mulberry, FL. Studio 37, 400 N. Church Ave, 33860, FL, Mulberry

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Bartow's FRIDAY FEST!

Fri 4/19 @ 10:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Bartow, FL. Downtown Bartow 100 E. Main Street Bartow, FL 33830

Sat 4/27

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Adult Dungeons and Dragons 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Bring your imagination for of on the 2nd and 4th Saturday month. All levels

Sat 4/27 @ 1:30 pm [ +1 dates]
Mulberry, FL. Mulberry Public Library, 905 NE 5th Street, 33860, FL, Mulbe..

Sat 4/27

The Libertore Fund for Children's Super Star Sports Party

Join The Libertore Fund for Children in making an impact on at-risk youth while casually enjoying a fun-filled night of dancing, food, and drinks. Enjoy live music by Phoenix5, complimentary wine...

Sat 4/27 @ 7:00 pm
Lakeland, FLORIDA. 34 Club at Joker Marchant Stadium

Sun 5/12

Second Sunday Market

Treat Mom to a visit to our vibrant marketplace, featuring over 90 local and curated vendors with unique and handcrafted treasures.
Capture precious moments with Mom at our Mother's Day photo op,...

Sun 5/12 @ 12:00 pm
Lakeland, FL. Lakeside Village

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City around

Welcome To Lakeland, FL

The Tropical Climate of Lakeland, FL Means Year Round Fun

The city lies in the south-central region of the state between Orlando and Tampa. The location was appropriately named for the 38 lakes found in and around the community. Although a Spanish map from 1527 illustrates a settlement here, Lakeland did not officially become a recognized settlement until the 1870s. The city experienced rapid growth when the railroad reached the area in 1884. Downtown Lake Mirror Park is a popular destination for its formal gardens, promenade and amphitheater. The antique and historic district in the downtown area features boutique shops, art galleries, eateries and museums.

Things To Do

The balmy January weather brings all out to the annual Lakeland Pigfest. More than 150 BBQ teams turn out to create the chicken, brisket, pork and ribs coated in secret recipes. Amateurs and professional chefs also prepare a variety of main dishes, side dishes and desserts during the charitable event.

The Lakeland Sun 'n Fun grounds serves as the venue for the annual Florida Ice Cream Festival. Familes and friends attend the event, which features dozens of ice cream and food vendors. The fun-filled weekend festivities also include live music, games and rides.

To promote music and spending time together, Lakeland hosts the annual Inaugural KNB Music & Awareness Festival weekend each April. During the day, families enjoy concerts while indulging in catered delights and playshops. At 10 P.M. the venue hosts an adult dance party indoors.

Automotive fans make a point of attending the annual Fall Florida AutoFest that spans four days in November. Hundreds of collectable classic vehicles go on display. Some are auctioned off to the highest bidder. The event also offers beverages, food, merchandise displays and other activities.