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23 events,Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up Three day Oktoberfest at Grove Roots Brewing Co. Polish Babki performs 5 to 9 p.m. Taproom hours are noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. Sunday. Event specific times and cost are not listed. Original event page: https://groveroots.com/events
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A 45 minute early literacy session for children ages 3 to 5 at the Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art, combining stories, movement and a hands on art activity. Free, but pre registration is required. Original event page: https://agbmuseum.org/events
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Halloween event with the Brick or Treat Street walk through, the Potion Mischief Light Trail, LEGO monster meet and greets and park wide trick or treating. Candy stations open 2 to 7 p.m. No separate ticket is needed; admission is included with general park admission. Original event page: https://www.legoland.com/florida/things-to-do/seasonal-events/brick-or-treat/
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20 events,Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up Three day Oktoberfest at Grove Roots Brewing Co. Boy Named Sous performs noon to 9 p.m. Taproom hours are noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. Sunday. Event specific times and cost are not listed. Original event page: https://groveroots.com/events
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Monthly first Saturday car meet in the lot across from the Welcome Center, open to all vehicle types with no registration needed to display. Free to attend, with coffee and breakfast items for sale. Original event page: https://bonnetspringspark.com/event/cars-coffee-oct-03-2026/
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Community 5K run and walk starting at Lake Eva Park, looping the lake and finishing on the Great Lawn, benefiting Haines City Relay for Life. Registration is $25 and all participants receive a shirt, with trophies for the top male and female finishers. Original event page: https://hainescityfl.gov/409/Mayors-5k
$25
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7 events,Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up Three day Oktoberfest at Grove Roots Brewing Co. Sunday is the closing day. Taproom hours are noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. Sunday. Event specific times and cost are not listed. Original event page: https://groveroots.com/events
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Heritage Harvest Market (Kathleen) Recurring: First Sunday of the month Next date: Sunday, September 6, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: Kathleen Area Historical Society Heritage Park, 8950 N Campbell Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810 Hosted by: Amber Rich / Kathleen Area Historical Society A 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 |
7 events,Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up |
8 events,Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up |
6 events,Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up |
8 events,Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up
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Fire Prevention Family Fun Day, an afternoon for families to learn, plan and play at the Fort Meade Public Library. Activities include meeting firefighters, firefighter storytime, a family fire safety activity with the American Red Cross, smoke detector safety, firefighter gear and a fire safety house, and a fire truck tour with the Save Sparky...
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36 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up
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A long running weekend flea and farmers market in Auburndale with hundreds of vendor stalls, produce, antiques and food, operating Friday through Sunday year round. Original event page: https://internationalmarketworld.com/
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A free Friday morning picture book reading and art project for ages three to five, with supplies included.When: Friday, Oct 9, 2026, 9:00 AM to 9:45 AMWhere: Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art, 800 E Palmetto St, Lakeland, FL, 33801Cost: FreeOrganizer pageRead the full weekend guide on The Citrus Tea NewsSee everything happening this weekend
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A hands on Bok Tower Gardens workshop on growing flowers for cutting, covering seed starting, plant care and harvest timing for Florida's climate. Attendees take home starter plants. Original event page: https://boktowergardens.org/event/flowerworkshop/
$20 – $40
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43 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up The second and fourth Saturday market fills Central Park with makers, vendors and food for most of the day. Admission is free. When: Saturday, Oct 10, 2026, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Where: Central Park, 469 W Central Ave, Winter Haven, FL, 33881 Cost: Free Organizer page Read the full weekend guide on The Citrus... Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market Season: Every Saturday, September through May Season resumes: Saturday, September 5, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: North Kentucky Avenue, from Lemon Street...
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A long running weekend flea and farmers market in Auburndale with hundreds of vendor stalls, produce, antiques and food. Original event page: https://internationalmarketworld.com/
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25 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up Grove Roots Brewing Company's annual fall festival in downtown Winter Haven. The brewery's calendar confirms the date but has not published a start time, an end time or an admission price. Original event page: https://groveroots.com/event/grbs-fallfest-5/
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A long running weekend flea and farmers market in Auburndale with hundreds of vendor stalls, produce, antiques and food. Original event page: https://internationalmarketworld.com/
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An all levels outdoor morning yoga class in Camellia Glade at Bok Tower Gardens, with gentle movement, breathwork, relaxation and yoga philosophy. Registration is required. Original event page: https://boktowergardens.org/event/yoga-in-the-gardens-64/
$12 – $27
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14 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up |
14 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up |
15 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up |
19 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up
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The City of Auburndale's downtown Halloween evening, listed on the city calendar as the Bloodhound Bash.When: Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PMWhere: Auburndale Downtown Park, Auburndale, FL (street address not published)Cost: Not listedOrganizer pageRead the full weekend guide on The Citrus Tea NewsSee everything happening this weekend
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A ZZ Top tribute act at the Polk Theatre, presented by CVH Entertainment.When: Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 7:00 PMWhere: Polk Theatre, 121 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL, 33801Cost: Not listedOrganizer pageRead the full weekend guide on The Citrus Tea NewsSee everything happening this weekend
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43 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up Polk County's long running weekend flea and farmers market trades all three days in Auburndale. Hundreds of vendor booths carry produce, antiques, tools, plants and household goods. Free circus shows run at noon and 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The market publishes a weekly operating calendar and no admission price. When: Friday, Oct. 16,...
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A free day of outdoor activities at Bonnet Springs Park.When: Friday, Oct 16, 2026, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMWhere: Bonnet Springs Park, 400 Bonnet Springs Blvd, Lakeland, FL, 33815Cost: FreeOrganizer pageRead the full weekend guide on The Citrus Tea NewsSee everything happening this weekend
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The north Lakeland branch screens Toy Story 5 on Friday morning. Snacks and drinks are provided and no registration is required. Children under 10 need to stay with an adult. This is one of the branch's last public programs before it closes on Oct. 26, 2026 for renovation.When: Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to...
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43 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up 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 Show); Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. (Road Tour) Where: Frances Langford Promenade, Lakeland, FL (street address not published) Cost: Free for spectators Organizer... Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market Season: Every Saturday, September through May Season resumes: Saturday, September 5, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: North Kentucky Avenue, from Lemon Street... Main Street Bartow holds its first annual 5K on Saturday morning. The course runs through historic downtown Bartow and nearby historic neighborhoods. A kids 1K follows at 9 a.m. Runners get bibs, medals and post race refreshments. Proceeds go to downtown revitalization. Online registration has closed and no entry fee is published.When: Saturday, Oct. 17,...
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A Halloween themed step dance workout opens Saturday on the park's family lawn. Erika Barr of House of Step Tampa leads the hour with Lakeland Regional Health. The session is open to all ages and all fitness levels. No price is published.When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.Where: Bonnet Springs Park, 400...
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30 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up 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 Lake at Lake Myrtle Sports Park, 2701 Lake Myrtle Park Road, Auburndale, FL 33823Cost: Not listedOrganizer page for this event | The Citrus Tea News...
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See 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. 17, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Where: International Market World, 1052 US Highway 92 West, Auburndale, FL 33823 Cost: Not listed Organizer page for... A 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 |
23 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up |
25 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up
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Downtown Lakeland restaurants run specials across the district for one evening.When: Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026, 4:30 PM to 9:00 PMWhere: Downtown Lakeland, 117 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL, 33801Cost: Not listedOrganizer pageRead the full weekend guide on The Citrus Tea NewsSee everything happening this weekend
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24 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up
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A one night staged production at Lakeland Community Theatre.When: Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026, 7:30 PM to 9:30 PMWhere: Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland, FL, 33801Cost: $15Organizer pageRead the full weekend guide on The Citrus Tea NewsSee everything happening this weekend
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A long married couple watch a lunar eclipse from their Kentucky farm and find out how much they still do not know about each other. The theatre lists two performances only.When: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.Where: Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801Cost: 15 dollarsOrganizer page for this...
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25 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up Theatre Winter Haven has Roald Dahl's chocolate factory musical on its MainStage all weekend. Four performances fall inside the weekend, including a Saturday matinee and a Saturday evening show. The full run goes from Oct. 8 to Nov. 1, 2026. The theatre publishes no ticket prices on its site. Group discounts are listed at 3... See the full write up on the first listing for this event. A long married couple watch a lunar eclipse from their Kentucky farm and find out how much they still do not know about each other.When: Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, 7:30 p.m., end time not listedWhere: Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland,...
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46 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up Polk County's long running weekend flea and farmers market trades all three days in Auburndale. Hundreds of vendor booths carry produce, antiques, tools, plants and household goods. Free circus shows run at noon and 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The market publishes a weekly operating calendar and no admission price. When: Friday, Oct. 16,... Polk 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/ |
60 events,The 50th Pioneer Days fills Lake Wailes Park across a Saturday and Sunday. The free heritage festival carries historical demonstrations, artisan craft markets, live entertainment and festival food. The Pioneer of the Year award is presented during the weekend. The museum has announced the dates but has not published hours or a park address for... Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up The second and fourth Saturday market fills Central Park with makers, vendors and food for most of the day. Admission is free. When: Saturday, Oct 10, 2026, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Where: Central Park, 469 W Central Ave, Winter Haven, FL, 33881 Cost: Free Organizer page Read the full weekend guide on The Citrus... Haines City and Miracle Toyota present the annual Trunk-or-Treat at Lake Eva Park, pairing trick-or-treating with a lineup of vehicles kids can get close to, including construction equipment and emergency vehicles. Businesses, clubs and other organizations can apply to host a trunk at no cost. Contact the city for more information.
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Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market Season: Every Saturday, September through May Season resumes: Saturday, September 5, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: North Kentucky Avenue, from Lemon Street... See 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. 17, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Where: International Market World, 1052 US Highway 92 West, Auburndale, FL 33823 Cost: Not listed Organizer page for... |
38 events,See the full write up on the first listing for this event. The 50th Pioneer Days fills Lake Wailes Park across a Saturday and Sunday. When: Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, start time not listed and end time not listed Where: Lake Wailes Park, Lake Wales, FL Cost: Free Organizer page for this event | The... Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up See 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. 17, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Where: International Market World, 1052 US Highway 92 West, Auburndale, FL 33823 Cost: Not listed Organizer page for...
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The fiftieth annual Lake Wales heritage festival, free both days at Lake Wailes Park. See the first listing for this event for the full write up and the organizer link.When: Sunday, Oct 25, 2026, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PMWhere: Lake Wailes Park, 499 E Park Ave, Lake Wales, FL, 33853Cost: FreeOrganizer pageRead the full weekend...
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A 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 |
30 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up
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See the full write up on the first listing for this event. A three day museum celebration honors first responders, healthcare workers, teachers, military members and veterans.When: Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Where: Florida Children's Museum at Bonnet Springs Park, 600 Bonnet Springs Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33815Cost: General admission 20 dollars; Florida...
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29 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up |
31 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up
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The Auburndale Police Department teams up with local first responders for a Halloween pumpkin-carving night at Camp Margaritaville Auburndale. When: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Where: Camp Margaritaville Auburndale, 361 Denton Avenue, Auburndale, FL 33823 Cost: Not listed. Tickets available at tinyurl.com/CMA-CarvingwithaCop26 Organizer listing | Things to Do This Weekend in... |
40 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up Theatre Winter Haven has Roald Dahl's chocolate factory musical on its MainStage all weekend. Four performances fall inside the weekend, including a Saturday matinee and a Saturday evening show. The full run goes from Oct. 8 to Nov. 1, 2026. The theatre publishes no ticket prices on its site. Group discounts are listed at 3... Main Street Bartow stages its downtown Halloween parade and a carnival afterward. The organizer publishes the date and a start time but no venue, no end time and no admission price.When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, 4:00 p.m., end time not listedWhere: Bartow. The organizer has not published a venue or address.Cost: Not listedOrganizer page for...
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50 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up Polk County's long running weekend flea and farmers market trades all three days in Auburndale. Hundreds of vendor booths carry produce, antiques, tools, plants and household goods. Free circus shows run at noon and 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The market publishes a weekly operating calendar and no admission price. When: Friday, Oct. 16,... Polk 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/
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Lake Wales Main Street runs a free family Halloween street event downtown. The night carries a Trick or Treat Trail, entertainment, displays, food and vendors.When: Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Where: Downtown Lake Wales, Lake Wales, FLCost: FreeOrganizer page for this event | The Citrus Tea News weekend roundup | Everything on...
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48 events,Halloween 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 times. Original event page: https://www.wonderhousebartow.com/historic-tours Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market Season: Every Saturday, September through May Season resumes: Saturday, September 5, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: North Kentucky Avenue, from Lemon Street... See 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. 17, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Where: International Market World, 1052 US Highway 92 West, Auburndale, FL 33823 Cost: Not listed Organizer page for... Winter Haven Farmers Market Recurring: Every Saturday, year-round Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: 250 Magnolia Ave SW,... |
39 events,Venue: Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 Recurrence: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 Cost: Members free; non-member adults $25; children 6–17 $12; children 5 and under free; includes Gardens admission Organizer: https://boktowergardens.org/event/stories-in-stone-primal-garden-exhibit/ Categories: Arts and Culture, Outdoors, Family, Coming Up See 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. 17, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Where: International Market World, 1052 US Highway 92 West, Auburndale, FL 33823 Cost: Not listed Organizer page for... Heritage Harvest Market (Kathleen) Recurring: First Sunday of the month Next date: Sunday, September 6, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: Kathleen Area Historical Society Heritage Park, 8950 N Campbell Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810 Hosted by: Amber Rich / Kathleen Area Historical Society A 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 |