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Events for October 18, 2026
Wonder House Halloween Tours
The Wonder House 1075 Mann Rd, BartowHalloween season ghost story tours of the historic 1920s Wonder House in Bartow, running Oct. 3 through Oct. 31. Reservations are required and the organizer did not publish tour start...
Lake Mirror Classic (Lakeland)
The county’s biggest car weekend fills downtown Lakeland and the Lake Mirror promenade for three days. When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (Concours d’Elegance & Downtown Classic Car...
World Barefoot Water Ski Championships (Auburndale)
See the full write up on the first listing for this event. Auburndale is hosting a world title event.When: Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, 8:00 a.m., end time not listedWhere: Champions...
International Market World Weekend Market (Auburndale)
International Market World 1052 US Highway 92 W., AuburndaleSee the full write up on the first listing for this event. Polk County's long running weekend flea and farmers market trades all three days in Auburndale. When: Saturday, Oct....
Lemon Picking at Camellia Groves (Winter Haven)
Camellia Groves opens its grove for lemon picking on Sunday. The grove runs picking days on select Sundays through the season. Admission is free and no reservation is needed. Pickers pay by the crate and may fill it as full as they like.When: Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Where: Camellia Groves, 839...
Dixieland Mid Day Market (Lakeland)
A Sunday street market of local artists, artisans and bakers fills the Historic Dixieland block. Nearby shops stay open and murals and sculptures line the alleyways. Admission is free. The organizer's own October date list names Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25, so this Sunday is in the run.When: Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, 10:00 a.m....
Fall Fest at Golden Ridge Groves
Golden Ridge Groves 2129 Alturas Rd, BartowA working citrus grove's fall festival with pumpkins, farm activities and family attractions, running Saturdays and Sundays from Sept. 26 through Nov. 22. Original event page: https://goldenridgegroves.ticketspice.com/fall-fest-2026
Harvest Holler Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
Harvest Holler Corn Maze 950 Tavares Rd, Polk CityPolk City fall farm with a corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, animal demonstrations, hay mountain, tire swings, miniature golf and a slide. All attractions included with admission; food sold separately. Season runs through Nov. 8. Original event page: https://harvestholler.com/
Boktoberfest: The Brussel Sprouts German Polka Band, Saturday (Lake Wales)
Cafe Terrace. Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake WalesThe Brussels Sprouts German Polka Band plays the first of two Boktoberfest afternoons on the Cafe Terrace. The Blue Palmetto Cafe offers German specials. When: Saturday, Oct 17, 2026, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM Where: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL, 33853 Cost: Free for members; $25 for non-member adults, $12 for...