• First Friday: Rock, Shop & Roll – January 2

    First Friday: Rock, Shop & RollFriday, January 2, 2026 • 6–9 PM • Downtown Lakeland We think Lakeland rocks… so let’s prove it. Kick off the new year at First Friday: Rock, Shop & Roll, a rock-and-roll–themed night in Downtown Lakeland. Bring in the new year with a rockin’ and shoppin’ good time as you […]

  • ***CANCELED*** Friday Night Live – January 30

    FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE, JANUARY 30 - CANCELED DO TO COLD WEATHER. A cold front is expected to start morning through Central Florida on Friday Evening. Because of this, the January 30, Friday Night Live has been canceled.   Evan Taylor Jones has been rescheduled to play at the March 27, Friday Night Live in Munn […]

  • Mardi Gras First Friday – February 6th

    Join us on Friday, February 6th for First Friday--Mardi Gras in Munn Park. Downtown Lakeland turns up the charm for a Mardi Gras–themed First Friday, bringing the spirit of New Orleans straight to the streets. A lively Dixieland jazz band fills the air with toe-tapping brass, setting the perfect soundtrack for an evening of celebration, […]

  • Valentine Night Market

    Downtown Lakeland 117 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL, United States

    EVENT VENDOR MAP and A to Z LIST Join us at the Valentine Night Market on Saturday, February 14 from 5-9pm. Great for date night, girls’ night or family night out! Downtown retail shops will be open late, and Kentucky Ave will be filled with 150+ food vendors, artisans, crafters, live music and more!  Find great gifts […]

  • Historic Walking Tour

    Munn Park

    Historic Lakeland and the LDDA team up to host a walking tour of the Munn Park Historic District.  Local historians lead a group of 25 inside and out of various buildings in the Historic District providing narration along the way.

    $10
  • First Friday: Foodie Fest

    Downtown Lakeland 117 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL, United States

    FOODIE FEST!Join us on April 4 from 6pm to 9pm for First Friday: Foodie Fest! Sample the flavors of Polk's finest food makers. Enjoy small bites at a small price!

  • 2026 Spring Obession – March 14

    Spring Obsession 2026 CELEBRATING 23 YEARS! VENDOR MAP AND LIST The 2026 Spring Obsession Event is on Saturday, March 14th, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., returning to Munn Park, Downtown Lakeland, 210 E. Main Street. 60+ vendors: specialty plants, orchids, food, music, and more! Dog-friendly and kids activities. Supporting Partners In Education - specifically […]

  • Annual St. Patrick’s Day Street Party – March 14th

    Molly’s Irish Pub 111 S. Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL, United States

    Come and join us for our favorite day of the year!!   Full food menu   Live band all day and night   Green beer   Tons of giveaway and prizes   Doors open 11am  Street party starts 9pm  Black Velvet Band   Great time for all  Family friendly and free entry til 9pm

  • Tasty Tuesday

    Downtown Lakeland 117 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL, United States

    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.

    $25.00