Find your next great day out.

Cars and Coffee at Bonnet Springs Park

Bonnet Springs Park

Roll into the park on the first Saturday morning of every month for a relaxed local meetup of exotic and classic cars.

First Friday: Family Fun Night

Downtown Lakeland, Kentucky Avenue

Kentucky Avenue closes to traffic for a five-block Makers Market, a classy car show, and late-night shopping and dining, with a carnival-food theme this month.

First Friday: Picnic in the Park (Red White and Kaboom)

Downtown Lakeland, Kentucky Avenue and Munn Park

July's First Friday turns patriotic with a picnic-in-the-park theme alongside the usual Makers Market and open shops and restaurants.

Juneteenth Freedom Festival

Simpson Park Community Center

Mark Juneteenth with live music, food vendors, and historical exhibits at Simpson Park Community Center.

Lakeland Christmas Parade

The city's Christmas parade runs through downtown in early December, with floats, marching bands, and a fireworks display over Lake Mirror to start the night. It pairs with the season's swan and light traditions around the lakes.

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

On Saturday mornings the Curb Market runs along N Kentucky Avenue with produce, artisan vendors, food trucks, and music. Hours are 8 to 2 from September through May, with shorter summer hours in June and July.

Lakeland Women's Day

RP Funding Center

A free afternoon of vendors, wellness, and connection geared toward women at the RP Funding Center.

Polk Pride 2026

Munn Park, Downtown Lakeland

Polk Pride's biggest day of the year fills Munn Park with all-ages entertainment, community groups, and vendors.

Trivia at Cob and Pen

Cob and Pen, 1221 S. Florida Ave.

Settle in for Monday-night trivia with Triviosity Live Events at Cob and Pen on South Florida Avenue.

Trivia Tuesday at Grove Roots Brewing

Grove Roots Brewing Co.

Test your general knowledge over a pint at Grove Roots' weekly Tuesday trivia night.