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SUMMARY:Girls Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Our next Girls’ Night Out event is Friday\, November 15 from 6-9pm. (Feel free to come a little early to purchase your VIP or just get a head on shopping. We will be ready for you at 4pm!.) Grab your gal pals and head Downtown for a fun night of shopping\, music and cocktails. Purchase your own cocktails at will or none at all! Enjoy music while you sip\, shop\, and stroll. \nNot sure where to start your shopping adventure?  Pick up your passports and purchase/pick up your optional VIP packages at the Downtown Lakeland office at 117 N Kentucky Ave. You can pre-purchase the VIP package using the button below and pick up the night of as early as 4pm. \n“VIP Package” – a super cute blinged-out wine goblet\, a Downtown Lakeland shopping bag and a refreshing bellini to get you on your way! PLUS! Your VIP purchase gets you one ticket for the exclusive VIP raffle for a $100 Downtown Gift Card of your choice! \nDowntown 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 the shopping fun and variety! You’ll have the opportunity to win Downtown gift cards with our special “Shopping Passport.” For every $5 you spend\, you’ll get a ticket for a chance to win prizes. Turn your passport in at the end of the night at Focus Realty at 218 E. Pine St.\, and enjoy some yummy snacks. \nSelect bars and restaurants will have drink specials for purchase. You will be allowed to take your beverages to go as you walk to your next shopping destination. Plus\, you can purchase a “VIP Cocktail Package” for $10 that gets you a super cute blinged-out wine goblet\, a refreshing bellini to get you started\, a Downtown Lakeland shopping bag\, and one ticket for an exclusive VIP drawing for a $100 gift card to a Downtown business. The VIP package is optional. No purchase necessary to enjoy Girls Night Out. \nPREVIEW PASSPORT HERE \nMerchant Specials:\nStationary Loft: 20% off of jewelry and handbags\nTop Buttons: 20% off entire purchase\nTake Heart: 20% off entire purchase\nTennessee Jane: 20% off entire purchase\nLlyold’s of Lakeland: 20% off glass and crystal ware\nAbby Caroline: $99 Orbie Blow-dry & style membership\nTradition’s Unlimited: Spend $25 or more and get a free gift\nEast of These: 10% off Lakeland Holiday T-shirt\nBloom Shakalaka: Bloom Bar: Make your own bouquet\nJune Taylor: 20% OFF Rugs \nPICK UP YOUR PASSPORTS and/or PURCHASE VIP PACKAGES (while supplies last) at the DOWNTOWN LAKELAND OFFICE – 117 N. KENTUCKY AVE. \n\nBuy now\n\nFirst Friday is supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/girls-night-out/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T210000
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SUMMARY:Lakeland Food Truck Rally
DESCRIPTION:The Lakeland Food Truck Rally is the 2nd Thursday of Every Month.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/lakeland-food-truck-rally-5/
LOCATION:Munn Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Food Trucks":MAILTO:michael@tbftr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T150000
DTSTAMP:20241017T160048Z
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SUMMARY:Plant Pop-Up in Munn Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Plant Pop-Up in Munn Park on November 2 from 8am to 3pm (rescheduled from October due to hurricane)! Plant and Garden-related vendors will be bringing their verdant wares to help customers spruce up their Fall gardens. \nThis Downtown Lakeland event will be taking place in conjunction with the Downtown Farmers Curb Market on Kentucky Ave. Both the Plant Pop Up and the Downtown Farmers Curb Market are owned and operated by the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority. \nWant to be a vendor? Register here. Have questions? Call or text 863-944-7907\, or email dfcmmanager@gmail.com. \nOur Downtown Events are supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com. \n 
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/plant-pop-up-in-munn-park/
LOCATION:Munn Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T210000
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Dancing Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:First Friday’s USO Dancing Under the Stars: A Salute to Our Armed Forces\, presented by Just Cares\, Inc.\, will be November 1 from 6pm to 9pm in Downtown Lakeland. Enjoy a live band and dancing in Munn Park. \nDowntown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market\, featuring local artists and creators\, on North Kentucky Avenue\, Food Trucks on Pine St.\, and the Classy Car Show on Tennessee Ave. Streets are closed to vehicles\, so come prepared to walk about! \nFirst Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky and Tennessee Avenues. On-street parking begins to close in the event area at 3pm to allow us to clear the streets and set up the exhibitors and vendors. Parking in all permitted and metered locations is free after 5pm and all day on the weekends. Event parking is limited\, so please carpool with friends and neighbors! \nFirst Friday is supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com. \nInterested in becoming a First Friday exhibitor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Makers Market vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Food Truck Vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in registering for the Classy Car Show? CLICK HERE.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/first-friday-dancing-under-the-stars-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T210000
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SUMMARY:Tasty Tuesday + Tunes in Munn Park
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEnjoy live music in Munn Park from 5:30-8:30pm.\nCheck back to see who will be playing this month!\nGrab your samples and enjoy in the park! Tables and chairs provided. \nHere’s how it works: \nPurchase your ticket package from LDDA. Tickets come in packets of 10 for $25. (Additional packs may be purchased in increments of $5 which is 2 tickets). Share your package with a friend or save your unused tickets for next time!\n• In advance or in person from our Downtown Lakeland office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. via cash or credit – Office hours are 10am to 5pm MTW & F.\n• Purchase online\n• Pick up your tickets anytime in advance of the event from the LDDA office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. Office hours are 10am to 5pm MTW & F or the night of the event by 7pm.\n• Purchase the night of the event until 7pm from the LDDA office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. \nIn addition to the physical tickets to use to receive your tastes\, you’ll receive a map of participating businesses and their locations.\n \nThis is a self guided\, tasting event happening the third Tuesday of every month. Go in your own order and at your own pace. You can use more than one ticket at any location if you choose. This is a fun event. Why not make it Date Night\, Friends Night Out or just come have some fun. \nWe also now have Live Music in Munn park from 5:30- 8:30pm. So come on down and sit at the provided tables and chairs and enjoy your samples and listen/dance the night away. 
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/tasty-tuesday-tunes-in-munn-park-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T210000
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SUMMARY:Food Truck Rally
DESCRIPTION:The Lakeland Food Truck Rally is the 2nd Thursday of Every Month.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/food-truck-rally/
LOCATION:Munn Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Food Trucks":MAILTO:michael@tbftr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T210000
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CREATED:20240807T190235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T190349Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Cookie Carnival\, October 4
DESCRIPTION:First Friday’s Om Nom Nom Cookie Carnival returns October 4 from 6pm to 9pm in Downtown Lakeland. Cookie Creators will be peddling their delicious wares in Munn Park. Stop by and pick up 1 or 2 or more cookies\, as well as other delicious baked goods! \nWant to be a cookie creator? CLICK HERE. \nWant to sample some cookies for free? Text FFCOOKIE to 863-999-0030 for a chance to be one of 50 lucky cookie judges. Worried that you might not be chosen via text? The first 50 walk-ups on the night of the event can also snag a Cookie Judge badge. (Winners will be notified on October 3 at 5pm via text. Text messaging rates may apply. More than 100 judges may be chosen via text and via walk-up depending on the number of cookie creators scheduled to be in the park on the night of the event.) \nDowntown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market\, featuring local artists and creators\, on North Kentucky Avenue\, Food Trucks on Pine St.\, and the Classy Car Show on Tennessee Ave. Streets are closed to vehicles\, so come prepared to walk about! \nFirst Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky and Tennessee Avenues. On-street parking begins to close in the event area at 3pm to allow us to clear the streets and set up the exhibitors and vendors. Parking in all permitted and metered locations is free after 5pm and all day on the weekends. Event parking is limited\, so please carpool with friends and neighbors! \nFirst Friday is supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com. \nInterested in becoming a First Friday exhibitor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Makers Market vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Food Truck Vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in registering for the Classy Car Show? CLICK HERE.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/first-friday-cookie-carnival-october-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T140000
DTSTAMP:20240919T174025Z
CREATED:20240820T151252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T174025Z
UID:210543-1726909200-1726927200@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Dog Days in Munn Park
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate your furry friends in Munn Park from 9am-2pm by visiting with the following businesses and organizations: \nPolk County Bully Project\nSunmed Your CBD Store Lakeland\nUntil Such Time/Paws Plus Veterinary\n1934 Soapciety\nHorny Hounds Treat Company\nSPCA Florida\nVip Petcare\nLakeland Pitbull Advocates\nSimply Plain Fancy\nOff the Couch Pet Care Services\nZoomin Groomin- Mobile Pet Spa\nImperial Polk Obedience Club \nEnjoy live music by a DJ and obedience demonstrations by the Imperial Polk Obedience Club.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/dog-days-in-munn-park/
LOCATION:Munn Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T170000
DTSTAMP:20240807T174805Z
CREATED:20240214T160806Z
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SUMMARY:Tasty Tuesday + Tunes in Munn Park
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEnjoy live music in Munn Park from 5:30-8:30pm.\nCheck back to see who will be playing this month!\nGrab your samples and enjoy in the park! Tables and chairs provided. \nHere’s how it works: \nPurchase your ticket package from LDDA. Tickets come in packets of 10 for $25. (Additional packs may be purchased in increments of $5 which is 2 tickets). Share your package with a friend or save your unused tickets for next time!\n• In advance or in person from our Downtown Lakeland office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. via cash or credit – Office hours are 10am to 5pm MTW & F.\n• Purchase online\n• Pick up your tickets anytime in advance of the event from the LDDA office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. Office hours are 10am to 5pm MTW & F or the night of the event by 7pm.\n• Purchase the night of the event until 7pm from the LDDA office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. \nIn addition to the physical tickets to use to receive your tastes\, you’ll receive a map of participating businesses and their locations.\n \nThis is a self guided\, tasting event happening the third Tuesday of every month. Go in your own order and at your own pace. You can use more than one ticket at any location if you choose. This is a fun event. Why not make it Date Night\, Friends Night Out or just come have some fun. \nWe also now have Live Music in Munn Park from 5:30- 8:30pm. So come on down and sit at the provided tables and chairs and enjoy your samples and listen/dance the night away. 
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/tasty-tuesday-tunes-in-munn-park-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T210000
DTSTAMP:20240820T150648Z
CREATED:20231019T192630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T150648Z
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SUMMARY:Lakeland Food Truck Rally
DESCRIPTION:The Lakeland Food Truck Rally is the 2nd Thursday of Every Month.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/lakeland-food-truck-rally-4/
LOCATION:Munn Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Food Trucks":MAILTO:michael@tbftr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T140000
DTSTAMP:20240904T184527Z
CREATED:20240820T154526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T184527Z
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SUMMARY:Farmers Market Grand Reopening Day
DESCRIPTION:The Downtown Farmers Curb Market in Lakeland reopens for the Fall season on Saturday\, September 7 from 8am-2pm. \n\nShop with 100+ vendors between Lemon St. and Oak St.\nEnjoy live music by “Billy Needs a Beard” in Munn Park from 10am-1pm.\nFind our ad in Sophisticated Buyer for a coupon to receive FREE Market Bucks\, redeemable at the Market Info tent (limit one per customer).\nText OPEN to 863-999-0030 to win $100 in Market Bucks on Opening Day (Winners chosen at 2pm on September 7\, 2024. Must claim prize by October 5\, 2024.)\n\n \n“Billy Needs a Beard (BNAB) was originated over 20 years ago.  The founding members are Steven Glick\, Ben Graffam\, and Bill Lippy.  Jimmy Bassham joined the band shortly after conception.  The band wrote and published two albums and are available on I-Tunes.  A third album is close to completion. \nThe genre is largely Folk-Rock inspired by music such as The Beatles\, Crosby\, Stills and Nash\, The Band\, Bob Dylan and the Eagles.  BNAB mixes covers with original music in their sets.  BNAB has played at the Polk Theatre\, Folk Festivals\, Munn Park\, Lake Mirror in the Friday music series and at many of the regional live music showcases including the Friends of Joe series.  Current band members are Steven Glick on lead guitar and vocals\, Billy Lippy on rhythm guitar and vocals\, Mike Lawson on bass and vocals\, Josh Dampier on violin and our newest member Steve Greenberg on flute. \nEmeritus Band members are Dr. Ben Graffam and Jimmy Bassham.”
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/farmers-market-grand-reopening-day/
LOCATION:Farmers Curb Market\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T210000
DTSTAMP:20240904T202736Z
CREATED:20240815T153709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T202736Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday: College Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 6 from 6pm to 9pm for our next First Friday event: College Night. Lakeland Moonwalk will have some fun activities for “big” kids in Munn Park\, and there will also be a DJ playing some tunes! \nTry a “Get to Know Downtown” Scavenger Hunt! (The hunt runs from 6-9pm on the night of the event only. Scan the QR code on the a-frames posted throughout the event or on the door at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. One winner will receive $100 in Downtown gift cards!) \nDowntown Specials for Students: \n\nTennessee Jane will be doing 15% off of a purchase (including trucker hat bar & permanent jewelry) for college students with a valid ID!\nAx-Caliber: $15 for 1 hr. of Axe-throwing\, $10 Pretzel Logs\, BOGO Flatbreads\, and Half-Off Specialty Coffee/Milkshakes or Free Soda\nJimmy John’s: 10% discount with student id\nLloyd’s: 25% off records with college id\nTeriyaki Madness: 10% off for students\nMitchell’s Coffeehouse: 10% off with ID\nEscapology: Use code STUDIOUS20 as a 20% discount for students and teachers.\n\nDowntown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market\, featuring local artists and creators\, on North Kentucky Avenue\, Food Trucks on Pine St.\, and the Classy Car Show on Tennessee Ave. Streets are closed to vehicles\, so come prepared to walk about! \nFirst Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky and Tennessee Avenues. On-street parking begins to close in the event area at 3pm to allow us to clear the streets and set up the exhibitors and vendors. Parking in all permitted and metered locations is free after 5pm and all day on the weekends. Event parking is limited\, so please carpool with friends and neighbors! \nFirst Friday is supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/first-friday-college-night-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T210000
DTSTAMP:20240807T174727Z
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SUMMARY:Tasty Tuesday + Tunes in Munn Park
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEnjoy live music in Munn Park from 5:30-8:30pm.\nCheck back to see who will be playing this month!\nGrab your samples and enjoy in the park! Tables and chairs provided. \nHere’s how it works: \nPurchase your ticket package from LDDA. Tickets come in packets of 10 for $25. (Additional packs may be purchased in increments of $5 which is 2 tickets). Share your package with a friend or save your unused tickets for next time!\n• In advance or in person from our Downtown Lakeland office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. via cash or credit – Office hours are 10am to 5pm MTW & F.\n• Purchase online\n• Pick up your tickets anytime in advance of the event from the LDDA office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. Office hours are 10am to 5pm MTW & F or the night of the event by 7pm.\n• Purchase the night of the event until 7pm from the LDDA office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. \nIn addition to the physical tickets to use to receive your tastes\, you’ll receive a map of participating businesses and their locations.\n \nThis is a self guided\, tasting event happening the third Tuesday of every month. Go in your own order and at your own pace. You can use more than one ticket at any location if you choose. This is a fun event. Why not make it Date Night\, Friends Night Out or just come have some fun. \nWe also now have Live Music in Munn park from 5:30- 8:30pm. So come on down and sit at the provided tables and chairs and enjoy your samples and listen/dance the night away. 
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/tasty-tuesday-tunes-in-munn-park-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T210000
DTSTAMP:20240807T174640Z
CREATED:20240507T212051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T174640Z
UID:210255-1723226400-1723237200@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:First Friday: Back to School (Rescheduled)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on August 9 for “First Friday: Back to School” from 6-9pm. Enjoy perusing exhibitor booths with back-to-school activities and information\, as well as enjoying inflatables and games from Lakeland Moonwalk in Munn Park. \nDowntown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market\, featuring local artists and creators\, on North Kentucky Avenue\, Food Trucks on Pine St.\, and the Classy Car Show on Tennessee Ave. Streets are closed to vehicles\, so come prepared to walk about! \nFirst Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky and Tennessee Avenues. On-street parking begins to close in the event area at 3pm to allow us to clear the streets and set up the exhibitors and vendors. Parking in all permitted and metered locations is free after 5pm and all day on the weekends. Event parking is limited\, so please carpool with friends and neighbors! \nFirst Friday is supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com. \nInterested in becoming a First Friday exhibitor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Makers Market vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Food Truck Vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in registering for the Classy Car Show? CLICK HERE.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/first-friday-back-to-school-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T210000
DTSTAMP:20240705T181947Z
CREATED:20240507T211711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T181947Z
UID:210250-1720202400-1720213200@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Canceled! First Friday: Stay Cool
DESCRIPTION:First Friday is canceled for tonight due to extreme heat advisory and high chance of rain! \nJoin us on July 5 for “First Friday: Stay Cool” from 6-9pm. Enjoy shopping with vendors serving up tasty\, cool treats. \nDowntown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market\, featuring local artists and creators\, on North Kentucky Avenue\, Food Trucks on Pine St.\, and the Classy Car Show on Tennessee Ave. Streets are closed to vehicles\, so come prepared to walk about! \nFirst Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky and Tennessee Avenues. On-street parking begins to close in the event area at 3pm to allow us to clear the streets and set up the exhibitors and vendors. Parking in all permitted and metered locations is free after 5pm and all day on the weekends. Event parking is limited\, so please carpool with friends and neighbors! \nFirst Friday is supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com. \nInterested in becoming a First Friday exhibitor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Makers Market vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Food Truck Vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in registering for the Classy Car Show? CLICK HERE.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/first-friday-stay-cool/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T210000
DTSTAMP:20240527T132410Z
CREATED:20240527T132015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T132410Z
UID:210293-1718906400-1718917200@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Girls Night Out\, June 20
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDowntown 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 the shopping fun and variety! You’ll have the opportunity to win Downtown gift cards with our special “Shopping Passport.” For every $5 you spend\, you’ll get a ticket for a chance to win prizes. \nSelect bars and restaurants will have drink specials for purchase. You will be allowed to take your beverages to go as you walk to your next shopping destination. Plus\, you can purchase a “VIP Cocktail Package” that gets you a super cute blinged-out wine goblet\, 3 cocktail tickets\, and a Downtown Lakeland shopping bag. The VIP package is optional. No purchase necessary to enjoy Girls Night Out. \nEnjoy music sprinkled along the sidewalks while you sip\, shop\, and stroll. \nCOMING SOON: Purchase the VIP Package Here. \nNot sure where to start your shopping adventure?  Pick up your passports and purchase/pick up your optional VIP packages at the Downtown Lakeland office at 117 N Kentucky Ave.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/girls-night-out-june-20/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T020000
DTSTAMP:20240527T133253Z
CREATED:20240527T133253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T133253Z
UID:210299-1718485200-1718503200@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Polk Pride 2024: Pride After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss out on an unforgettable night of vibrant celebration at our final event of Polk Pride 2024: Pride After Dark! \n Saturday\, June 15 9pm – 2am LKLD Live\nThis 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 tornado on the dance floor all night long! \nPlaying off our 2024 “There’s No Place Like Home” theme\, the category is….\nO V E R T H E R A I N B O W\nAttendees are encouraged to come dressed in theme\, so dust off your ruby slippers! Prizes will be awarded for best outfit! \nTickets are $15 in advance at polkpridefl.org and $20 at the door. Advance purchase is recommended\, as we anticipate the event selling out faster than you can say “Oz.” \nGrab your friends\, grab your tickets\, and click your heels to join us for an evening over the rainbow.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/polk-pride-2024-pride-after-dark/
LOCATION:LKLD LIVE\, 202 N. Massachusetts Ave.\, Lakeland\, FL
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ORGANIZER;CN="Polk Pride FL":MAILTO:polkpridefl@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T150000
DTSTAMP:20240527T132834Z
CREATED:20240527T132834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T132834Z
UID:210295-1718445600-1718463600@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Polk Pride 2024: Pride in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our largest annual event—Pride in the Park\, presented by Pineapple Healthcare.\n Date: Saturday\, June 15 Time: 10 AM – 3 PM Location: Munn Park\nEnjoy 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 and is sure to be a day to remember. \nCome show your support\, spread love\, and celebrate diversity at Pride in the Park!
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/polk-pride-2024-pride-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Munn Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="Polk Pride FL":MAILTO:polkpridefl@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T210000
DTSTAMP:20240214T155005Z
CREATED:20240214T155005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T155005Z
UID:210020-1717783200-1717794000@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:First Friday: Family Fun Night
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDowntown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market\, featuring local artists and creators\, on North Kentucky Avenue\, Food Trucks on Pine St.\, and the Classy Car Show on Tennessee Ave. Streets are closed to vehicles\, so come prepared to walk about! \nFirst Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky and Tennessee Avenues. On-street parking begins to close in the event area at 3pm to allow us to clear the streets and set up the exhibitors and vendors. Parking in all permitted and metered locations is free after 5pm and all day on the weekends. Event parking is limited\, so please carpool with friends and neighbors! \nFirst Friday is supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com. \nInterested in becoming a First Friday exhibitor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Makers Market vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Food Truck Vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in registering for the Classy Car Show? CLICK HERE.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/first-friday-family-fun-night-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T150000
DTSTAMP:20240507T164655Z
CREATED:20240507T164655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T164655Z
UID:210239-1717228800-1717254000@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Summer Survivors Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis Downtown Lakeland event will be taking place in conjunction with the Downtown Farmers Curb Market on Kentucky Ave. Both the Summer Survivors Plant Sale and the Downtown Farmers Curb Market are owned and operated by the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority. \nWant to be a vendor? Register here. Have questions? Call or text 863-944-7907\, or email dfcmmanager@gmail.com. \nOur Downtown Events are supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/summer-survivors-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Munn Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T210000
DTSTAMP:20240522T153204Z
CREATED:20240116T210148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T153204Z
UID:209874-1716573600-1716584400@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Friday Night Live
DESCRIPTION: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 or restaurant with a TO GO drink to enjoy in Munn Park while you listen to the band. We are also super excited to build a limited vendor list for this event. (Vendor participation by invitation only. Applications not being accepted.)\n\n\nMay 24: Vintage V \n \n\n\nSpring 2024 Dates:\n\nApril 19: Proper Wednesday\nMay 10: Big Chill\nMay 24: Vintage V
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/friday-night-live-15/
LOCATION:Munn Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T200000
DTSTAMP:20240327T165137Z
CREATED:20240116T210045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T165137Z
UID:209872-1715364000-1715371200@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Friday Night Live
DESCRIPTION: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 or restaurant with a TO GO drink to enjoy in Munn Park while you listen to the band. We are also super excited to build a limited vendor list for this event. (Vendor participation by invitation only. Applications not being accepted.)\n\n\n\n \n\nThe Big Chill Band is a local band\, consisting of Seven pieces\, including a horn section. The big chill band has been in existence for four years\, Serving Polk county and the surrounding area. A high energy band\, With each member having over four decades in the music business. The band plays a wide variety of genres including Motown\, classic rock\, funk and 70s. The big chill band has a lot of personality and definitely gets the crowd up and dancing all night long. all members of the band not only Are amazing musicians\, but they are all top level vocalists as well. The big chill band is available for private parties\, weddings\,  fundraisers and outdoor events as well.\n\n\nSpring 2024 Dates:\n\nApril 19: Proper Wednesday\nMay 10: Big Chill\nMay 24: Vintage V
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/friday-night-live-14/
LOCATION:Munn Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T210000
DTSTAMP:20240214T155041Z
CREATED:20240214T153840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T155041Z
UID:210017-1714759200-1714770000@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:First Friday: Tres De Mayo
DESCRIPTION: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\, and 8pm. In honor of Cinco de Mayo\, adults can enjoy an adult beverage “to go” while walking around the event. \nDowntown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market\, featuring local artists and creators\, on North Kentucky Avenue\, Food Trucks on Pine St.\, and the Classy Car Show on Tennessee Ave. Streets are closed to vehicles\, so come prepared to walk about! \nFirst Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky and Tennessee Avenues. On-street parking begins to close in the event area at 3pm to allow us to clear the streets and set up the exhibitors and vendors. Parking in all permitted and metered locations is free after 5pm and all day on the weekends. Event parking is limited\, so please carpool with friends and neighbors! \nFirst Friday is supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com. \nInterested in becoming a First Friday exhibitor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Makers Market vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Food Truck Vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in registering for the Classy Car Show? CLICK HERE.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/first-friday-tres-de-mayo/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T190000
DTSTAMP:20240422T193303Z
CREATED:20240422T193303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T193303Z
UID:210202-1713942000-1713985200@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Central Florida Business Expo
DESCRIPTION: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 business world.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/central-florida-business-expo/
LOCATION:RP Funding Centrer\, 701 W. Lime Street\, Lakeland\, 33805\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T200000
DTSTAMP:20240418T162020Z
CREATED:20240116T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T162020Z
UID:209869-1713549600-1713556800@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Friday Night Live
DESCRIPTION: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 or restaurant with a TO GO drink to enjoy in Munn Park while you listen to the band. We are also super excited to build a limited vendor list for this event. (Vendor participation by invitation only. Applications not being accepted.)\n\n\nProper Wednesday is a “5 piece cover band with some originals sprinkled in for your enjoyment. There will be horns.”\n\nSpring 2024 Dates:\n\nApril 19: Proper Wednesday\nMay 10: Big Chill\nMay 24: Vintage V
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/friday-night-live-13/
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T150000
DTSTAMP:20240208T162535Z
CREATED:20221122T133845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T162535Z
UID:208556-1709971200-1709996400@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Spring Obsession
DESCRIPTION:Please join The Lakeland Rotary Club for the 21st Annual Celebration of Spring Obsession returning to Downtown Lakeland Munn Park on Saturday\, March 9 from 8am-3pm! 60+vendors: plants\, garden art\, food\, and more!\n\n\n\nThe Lakeland Rotary donates 100% of the event’s proceeds to benefit Partners in Education and Southwest Elementary and Middle School in Lakeland.\n\n\n\nSee you there!\n\n\nApplications are available online at SpringObsession.org
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/spring-obsession/
LOCATION:Munn Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T210000
DTSTAMP:20240207T163338Z
CREATED:20240207T163338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T163338Z
UID:209995-1709316000-1709326800@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:First Friday: Flight Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our next First Friday event on March 1\, 2024 from 6pm to 9pm in Downtown Lakeland for Flight Night\, sponsored by Aerospace Center for Excellence and the Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo! Celebrate aviation and the upcoming Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo\, which is celebrating 50 Years on April 9-14\, 2024! Enjoy kids STEM activities\, games\, and prizes–like Fly-In tickets! \nDowntown shops and restaurants will be open late. Don’t miss the Makers Market\, featuring local artists and creators\, on North Kentucky Avenue\, Food Trucks on Pine St.\, and the Classy Car Show on Tennessee Ave. Streets are closed to vehicles\, so come prepared to walk about! \nFirst Friday is a family-friendly event held in the streets of Downtown Lakeland between Lemon Street and Oak Street along Kentucky and Tennessee Avenues. On-street parking begins to close in the event area at 3pm to allow us to clear the streets and set up the exhibitors and vendors. Parking in all permitted and metered locations is free after 5pm and all day on the weekends. Event parking is limited\, so please carpool with friends and neighbors! \nFirst Friday is supported by our Downtown Champions: \n\nJust Cares\, Inc.\nCity of Lakeland\nMOR TV\nJaguar Land Rover Lakeland\nCrews Bank\nAerospace Center for Excellence\n\nPlease be aware of social media scammers. We will NEVER sell tickets via Facebook or Messenger or solicit vendors via Facebook or Messenger–or in the comments of a post. We will never ask for payment via Facebook or Messenger. All event applications are available via this website\, DowntownLKLD.com. \nInterested in becoming a First Friday exhibitor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Makers Market vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in becoming a Food Truck Vendor? CLICK HERE.\nInterested in registering for the Classy Car Show? CLICK HERE. \n 
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/first-friday-flight-night/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T220000
DTSTAMP:20240220T164233Z
CREATED:20240216T182902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T164233Z
UID:210048-1708803000-1708812000@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Drew & Ellie Holcomb: Feels like Home Tour
DESCRIPTION:Reserved seat tickets: $49\, $39\, $29\nVIP – Kitchen Covers Experience\nIncludes:\n– 20-minute intimate kitchen covers performance before the main show\n– 1 autographed tour poster\n– Early Entry\n– Takes place 30 minutes before doors\n***\nDrew and Ellie Holcomb are a husband and wife Americana duo from Nashville\, TN. Shortly after their marriage in 2006\, the couple began touring together with Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors. The band has supported many national touring acts including\, The Avett Brothers\, NEEDTOBREATHE\, Don Henley\, Willie Nelson\, Amos Lee\, and Darius Rucker.\nEllie is no longer a touring member of “The Neighbors\,” and has found success in a solo career as a Christian singer/songwriter and bestselling author\, winning two Dove Awards and topping the Billboard charts. Her most recent album\, CANYON\, was released in June of 2021 to much fanfare.\nDrew Holcomb still tours nationally with Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors and their most recent album\, Dragons\, is their most critically acclaimed release yet.\nAn Evening with Drew and Ellie Holcomb is a special engagement event\, allowing the Holcombs to collaborate once again.
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/drew-ellie-holcomb-feels-like-home-tour/
LOCATION:Polk Theatre\, 121 S. Florida Ave.\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801-4664\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T143000
DTSTAMP:20240203T150051Z
CREATED:20240203T150051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T150051Z
UID:209969-1708765200-1708785000@downtownlkld.com
SUMMARY:Plantae-Palooza Garden Festival
DESCRIPTION:The City of Lakeland will host the Plantae-Palooza Garden Festival at Hollis Garden on Saturday\, February 24\, 2024\, from 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.  The event is FREE and there will be several vendors selling Orchids\, Bromeliads\, Tillandsias\, Aroids\, Desert Roses\, Plumerias\, Tropical Plants\, Annual & Perennial Flowers\, House Plants\, String of Plants\, Caladiums\, Amaryllis\, Camellias\, Ferns\, Roses\, Grasses\, Exotic Fruit Trees\, Native Plants\, Succulents\, Caudiciforms\, Carnivorous Plants\, Butterfly Attractants\, Bamboo\, Spices\, Herbs\, Rare Flowering Trees\, Palms\, Cycads and much more!\nRead the entire Press Release at Lakelandgov.net/PlantePalooza24
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/plantae-palooza-garden-festival/
LOCATION:Hollis Garden\, 702 E. Orange St.\, lakeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T163000
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SUMMARY:Tasty Tuesday + Tunes in Munn Park
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEnjoy live music in Munn Park from 5:30-8:30pm.\nCheck back to see who will be playing this month!\nGrab your samples and enjoy in the park! Tables and chairs provided. \nHere’s how it works: \nPurchase your ticket package from LDDA. Tickets come in packets of 10 for $25. (Additional packs may be purchased in increments of $5 which is 2 tickets). Share your package with a friend or save your unused tickets for next time!\n• In advance or in person from our Downtown Lakeland office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. via cash or credit – Office hours are 10am to 5pm MTW & F.\n• Purchase online\n• Pick up your tickets anytime in advance of the event from the LDDA office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. Office hours are 10am to 5pm MTW & F or the night of the event by 7pm.\n• Purchase the night of the event until 7pm from the LDDA office located at 117 N. Kentucky Ave. \nIn addition to the physical tickets to use to receive your tastes\, you’ll receive a map of participating businesses and their locations.\n \nThis is a self guided\, tasting event happening the third Tuesday of every month. Go in your own order and at your own pace. You can use more than one ticket at any location if you choose. This is a fun event. Why not make it Date Night\, Friends Night Out or just come have some fun. \nWe also now have Live Music in Munn park from 5:30- 8:30pm. So come on down and sit at the provided tables and chairs and enjoy your samples and listen/dance the night away. 
URL:https://downtownlkld.com/event/tasty-tuesday-13/
LOCATION:Downtown Lakeland\, 117 N Kentucky Ave\, Lakeland\, FL\, 33801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LDDA":MAILTO:jtownsend@ldda.org
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