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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!
Attractions
New Attraction Opening at LEGOLAND Florida Resort
Events
Halloween Events and Autumn Festivals in Central Florida
Arts & Culture
Citrus Label Tour of Polk County
Accommodations
FL and GA Resident Save at Westgate River Ranch Resort
Attractions
Celebrate Halloween at LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s Brick-or-Treat
Attractions
Eclipse Viewing Event at Bok Tower Gardens
Restaurants, Events
Ultimate Experience Packages at Streamsong Resort
Attractions
Kids Stay and Play FREE at LEGOLAND
Nature
Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in April
Attractions
Summer at LEGOLAND - Discounts and Schedule Updates
Attractions
Holiday Home Tour at Pinewood Estate and More at Bok Tower Gardens
Events
Celebrate Independence Day in Central Florida
Events
Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant
Arts & Culture
Cool Off at Bok Tower Gardens Summer Concert Series. Yes, Really!
Attractions
LEGOLAND® Water Park is Open
Events
Celebrate Summer at Our Visitor Information Center
Nature
Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in April
Events
Flying Tigers Baseball is Back
Nature
Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in April
Events
SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo
Restaurants, Shopping
What's New in Lakeland - Restaurants & Shops
Events
All Things Volkswagen in Lakeland
Nature
Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in March
Attractions
Quest to LEGOLAND - a GPS Mobile App “Built for Kids”
Attractions
7 Reasons to Have a Girls Weekend at Westgate River Ranch
Events
Celebrate Spring Training at our Visitor Information Center
Attractions
Open House at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium
General
Celebrate Love this February
Nature
Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in February
Nature
Discover the Beauty of Winter During Bok Tower Garden’s Peak Bloom
Attractions
LEGO® NINJAGO® World Opens in January
Events
It's BBQ Season in Central Florida
Nature
Circle B Bar Reserve Events in January
Nature
Tram Tours and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in December
Restaurants
‘Tis the Season – For Oysters!
General
Holiday Events and Activities in Central Florida
Events
Celebrate Veteran's Day at our VIC
Nature
Tram Tours and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in November
General
Get the Experience of a Lifetime During Detroit Tigers Fantasy Camp
Events
12 O’Clock High Radio-Controlled Aircraft Fly-In
Events
Lake Mirror Classic Auto Festival
Attractions, Nature
Bok Tower Gardens Hammock Hollow Children's Garden
Nature
Tram Tours and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in October
Events
Grove House Visitor Center Wednesday and Saturday Events
Accommodations
83 Beach-Themed Bungalows on Lake Dexter
General
50 Ways to Experience Central Florida’s Polk County Like a Tourist
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
Black & Brew Coffee House & Bistro
Arts & Culture
New Mural at Polk Museum of Art
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
Kate Upton and Justin Verlander Host the 2nd Annual Grand Slam Adoption Event
Accommodations
Luxe Teepees Added to Glamping Options at Westgate River Ranch
Events
Easter Egg Hunts: Hippity, Hoppity, Hooray!
Events
Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team Playing in Auburndale
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
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
Restaurants
We Visit Andy's Igloo for Milkshakes and Hamburgers
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
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
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