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The Official tourism blog for Visit Central Florida. Looking for things to do in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Davenport or Lake Wales? We have the latest about Central Florida events, restaurants, attractions, nature, fishing and more!
Nature
Tram Tours and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in October
Events
Grove House Visitor Center Wednesday and Saturday Events
Attractions
Celebrate Halloween at LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s Brick-or-Treat
Accommodations
83 Beach-Themed Bungalows on Lake Dexter
General
Drawn to Central Florida: Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture
Events
Vote for Courtney Sexton, Miss Florida 2016
Events
Bok Tower Gardens hosts Pokemon “GO to the Gardens”
Attractions
Florida Kids Go Free at LEGOLAND Florida Resort
Restaurants
A Cow Named MOO Ice Cream Sandwiches
General
Drawn to Central Florida: LEGOLAND Florida Resort
Restaurants, Events
Summer Golf Packages and Dining Events at Streamsong Resort
Restaurants
Black & Brew Coffee House & Bistro
Arts & Culture
Cool Off at Bok Tower Gardens Summer Concert Series. Yes, Really!
Arts & Culture
New Mural at Polk Museum of Art
Events
Celebrate Independence Day in Central Florida
Arts & Culture
Nature Photography Exhibit at Polk County History Center
General
Drawn to Central Florida: Bok Tower Gardens
General
20 Ideas for Dad in Central Florida this Father’s Day
General
Drawn to Central Florida: SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo
Attractions
Outdoor Kitchen & Edible Garden at Bok Tower Gardens is Open
General
Drawn to Central Florida: Joker Marchant Stadium
Events
Lakeland Flying Tigers Baseball is Back at Historic Henley Field
Events
Kate Upton and Justin Verlander Host the 2nd Annual Grand Slam Adoption Event
Accommodations
Luxe Teepees Added to Glamping Options at Westgate River Ranch
Attractions
LEGOLAND® Water Park Adds Build-A-Boat Attraction
Events
Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant
Events
Easter Egg Hunts: Hippity, Hoppity, Hooray!
Events
SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo Honors Our Armed Forces in 2016
Nature
Tram Tours and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in March
Events
Celebrate Spring Training at our Visitor Information Center
General
Let Us Help You Plan for Valentine's Day
Events
Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team Playing in Auburndale
Nature
Discover the Beauty of Spring during Bok Tower Garden’s Peak Bloom
Nature
Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in February
Arts & Culture
Curious George: Let's Get Curious! is taking over Explorations V Children's Museum
Attractions
All-New Events Promise More Fun at LEGOLAND Florida Resort in 2016
Attractions
Best Kid-Friendly Rainy Day Fun in Central Florida
General
Swan City Cycles, Lakeland's Bike Share Program has Launched
Events
It's BBQ Season in Central Florida
Attractions
Get a Sneak Peak at “The LEGO® Movie™ 4D A New Adventure”
Restaurants
Burgers, BBQ and Candied Bacon Mac at Fat Maggie's
Events
Detroit Tigers Return to Lakeland for their 80th Season
General
Business Travelers Can Now Rent Temporary Office Space in Lakeland
Attractions
Christmas Bricktacular Returns to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort
Events
Meet Santa at our VIC this Saturday
Events
Don't Miss Florida Flywheelers Antique Engine Club's Christmas in the Village
Attractions
Holiday Home Tour at Pinewood Estate and More at Bok Tower Gardens
Restaurants
We Visit Andy's Igloo for Milkshakes and Hamburgers
General
50 Ways to Experience Central Florida’s Polk County Like a Tourist
General
Holiday Events and Activities in Central Florida
Restaurants
Tour de Cupcake - Our Search for the Best Sweet Treats
Attractions
LEGOLAND® Florida Resort Honors U.S. Veterans in November
Attractions
2nd Annual Florida Citrus Celebration at Bok Tower Gardens
Restaurants
Red Top Pit Stop Serves Great Hamburgers
General
Get the Experience of a Lifetime During Detroit Tigers Fantasy Camp
Arts & Culture
Art + Food and Art Crawl at Polk Museum of Art
General
SUN 'n FUN Expo Campus has Unique Space for Almost Any Event
Events
BOGO Tickets at VIC Fall Harvest Festival
Attractions
Bok Tower Gardens' Annual Plant Sale
Attractions
Four-legged Fundraiser Benefiting Humane Society
General
Lake Eva Community Center Offers One-of-a-Kind Event Opportunities
Shopping
Famed Candy and Jelly at Davidson of Dundee
General
Florida FFA Leadership Training Center is Perfect for your Next Meeting
Restaurants
The Port Specializes in Steak and Seafood
Nature
Nature, Alligator and Birding Tours with Alligator Cove Nature Airboat Tours
Restaurants
Saigon Bistro is a Casual Vietnamese Restaurant in Lakeside Village
Restaurants
Britt's Cafe is a Cozy, Classic American Restaurant
Arts & Culture
Exhibitions and Events at Polk Museum of Art in August
General
Slip Into Relaxation at Streamsong Resort’s AcquaPietra Spa
Arts & Culture
Explore Polk County's Early Roadside Attractions
Restaurants
The Juice Box in Lakeland Serves Nutrient-Packed Juices and More
General
Explore the Dixieland Neighborhood of Lakeland
Arts & Culture
Locals Star in Murder Mystery Dinner
Celebrate the British Open at Streamsong Resort
Attractions
LEGO® Friends Heartlake City is Open
Arts & Culture
Exhibitions and Events at Polk Museum of Art in July
Fourth of July Events in Central Florida
Shopping
Vintage Warehouse Offers Retro Flashbacks and Shabby Chic Discoveries
Celebrate the Game of Golf at Streamsong Resort this Summer
Bok Tower Gardens Hosts Pink Day
Attractions
Plan to Horse Around Heartlake City at LEGOLAND Florida Resort
Floridians get to Save Some Green at Streamsong
Arts & Culture
Art+Summer Offers ’80s-Style Fun at PMOA
Celebrate Summer at Our Visitor Information Center
Accommodations
River Ranch Celebrates International Glamping Weekend
Attractions
LEGOLAND Florida Hotel is Brick upon Brick of “Take your Pick” Fun
Restaurants
Memorial Day Weekend Party at Harborside Restaurant
Events
Westgate River Ranch's Saturday Night Rodeo
Arts & Culture
Journey to the Past at Mulberry Phosphate Museum.
Arts & Culture
Mayfaire by-the-Lake Kickoff Party
Arts & Culture
May Exhibitions & Events at Polk Museum of Art
Arts & Culture
Free Admission at Polk Museum of Art
Arts & Culture
Grand Ole Opry Performer Emi Sunshine is Coming to Town
Accommodations
Lego to LEGOLAND Florida: New Hotel to Open in 3 Weeks
Music
Concert Under the Stars Returns with John Jorgenson
Nature
Smokey Bear at Colt Creek State Park
Arts & Culture
Dance Royalty at Celebrate Dance Festival
Dixieland has a New Coffee Shop: Concord Coffee
Music