Central Florida Business Expo

RP Funding Centrer 701 W. Lime Street, Lakeland, United States

The Central Florida Business Expo 2024 is a premier event that brings together the brightest minds in business, offering unparalleled opportunities for networking, learning, and growth. Hosted at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland, Florida, this expo is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and nonprofit leaders looking to expand their horizons in the […]

Swan Derby

Frances Langford Promenade FL

Swan Derby is an annual “Derby Style” event, traditionally staged on beautiful Lake Mirror in downtown Lakeland. With the entertaining flair of the event and the competitive spirit of the race, the Derby always promises to be a memorable occasion for all. Swan Derby captures the thrill of a race and the purity of sports […]

First Friday: Tres De Mayo

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

Join us on May 3 from 6pm to 9pm for our next First Friday event: Tres de Mayo! It's just like Cinco de Mayo--but two days early! Eat, drink and dance in Munn Park in celebration of the holiday. Just Dance Academy will be providing DJing and dance lessons in Munn Park at 6:30, 7:15, […]

Friday Night Live

Munn Park

Downtown Lakeland is excited to bring Friday Night Live back as a monthly Spring live music series in Munn Park beginning at 6pm. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and grab a TO GO dinner and adult beverage from a Downtown Business! This event has a state liquor license, so you can leave a bar […]

Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant

RP Funding Centrer 701 W. Lime Street, Lakeland, United States

The annual Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant and Miss Florida's Outstanding Teen Pageant will be held at the RP Funding Center's Youkey Theatre. The winner of the Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant will go on to represent Florida at the Miss America pageant in September.

Friday Night Live

Munn Park

Downtown Lakeland is excited to bring Friday Night Live back as a monthly Spring live music series in Munn Park beginning at 6pm. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and grab a TO GO dinner and adult beverage from a Downtown Business! This event has a state liquor license, so you can leave a bar […]

Summer Survivors Plant Sale

Munn Park

Join us for a Summer Survivors Plant Sale in Munn Park on June 1 from 8am to 3pm! Shop with a variety of local plant vendors and purchase a new plant friend that can survive the harsh Florida summer. This Downtown Lakeland event will be taking place in conjunction with the Downtown Farmers Curb Market […]

First Friday: Family Fun Night

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

Join us on Friday, June 7 from 6pm to 9pm for our next First Friday event--Family Fun Night! Lakeland Moonwalk will have inflatable, ride & climb, and competitive games (price per activity varies). Bring the kids, and enjoy a fun night out with the family. Downtown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss […]

Polk Pride 2024: Pride in the Park

Munn Park

Join us for our largest annual event—Pride in the Park, presented by Pineapple Healthcare.  Date: Saturday, June 15 Time: 10 AM - 3 PM Location: Munn Park Enjoy a day filled with love, acceptance, and celebration with dozens of vendors, delicious food, and a wide range of LGBTQ+ entertainment. This family-friendly event is free for all ages […]

Polk Pride 2024: Pride After Dark

LKLD LIVE 202 N. Massachusetts Ave., Lakeland, FL

Don’t miss out on an unforgettable night of vibrant celebration at our final event of Polk Pride 2024: Pride After Dark!   Saturday, June 15 9pm - 2am LKLD Live This 21+ event will feature drag entertainment by some of Central Florida’s finest, as well as a cash bar and DJ that will have you twirling like a […]

Girls Night Out, June 20

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

Summer Kickoff event! Girls' Night Out is Thursday, June 20 from 6-9pm. Grab your gal pals and head Downtown for a fun night of shopping, music and cocktails. Downtown retail shops will be open late with shopping specials and sales. Plus, a limited number of select vendors will pop up around Downtown to add to […]

Red, White & Kaboom

Frances Langford Promenade FL

The T.Mims Corp. Red, White & Kaboom Independence Celebration will take place at Lake Mirror along the Frances Langford Promenade on Wednesday, July 3rd, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. with Gary Love and the Moonlighters, entertaining the crowd before a dazzling fireworks display launches at 9 p.m.