Downtown Lakeland

a little mecca of cool

…and this is what we do…

First Friday: Three Kings Celebration! January 7

Our next First Friday event will take place on January 7, 2022 from 6pm to 9pm in Downtown Lakeland. The theme is Three Kings Celebration, sponsored by Just Cares, Inc.! Enjoy live music by Expresion Latina with a guest performance by Tito Puente, Jr., as well as...

Tasty Tuesday, January 18

Tasty Tuesdays are a super fun way to experience multiple Downtown restaurants all in one night! You get hearty sample sizes with each ticket, and move from place to place at your own pace! Tastings begin at 4:30pm and end at 9pm. Here's how it works: Purchase your...

Taste of the Market, January 29

Saturday, January 29, from 8am-2pm! Have you ever wanted to try a little something from each of our food vendors at the Downtown Farmers Curb Market, but you end up getting full too quickly, or are on a limited budget, or are too afraid to take a risk on an unknown...

First Friday: Mardi Gras, February 4

Our next First Friday event will take place on February 4 from 6pm to 9pm in Downtown Lakeland. The theme is Mardi Gras. Enjoy food, drinks, beads & more! Downtown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market, featuring local artists and...

What You’ll Find Here

Downtown Lakeland is more than just storefronts focused on entertaining weekend warriors. It’s a thriving mecca of businesses who keep life operating smoothly for those who loved Lakeland so much that they chose to stay. You can find everything from quaint shops to international cuisine to salons, fitness centers, and museums.