ARE YOU LOOKING FOR THINGS TO DO IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA?

The Tampa Bay Rays and Kane’s Furniture have Teamed Up with a great promotion for Central Florida residents. Register now for a free ticket to Busch Gardens anytime the Rays record 10 strikeouts or more in a game.

Get details on weekly Farmers Markets in Lakeland, Bartow, Winter Haven, Lake Wales, and across Polk County where you can find fresh produce and local goods.

Trying to think of something to do or somewhere to go but feeling overwhelmed by all the options? We put together a minimal list of things to do with kids – no details, no addresses – just a list of fun ideas to get you started when you need some inspiration.

Find all the info you need to kick off a new school year! Back to school events, places to get free school supplies, the 2026-27 school calendar, details on tax free shopping, our favorite school gear, Stuff the Bus donation locations, and more.

In need of free school supplies? Or just looking to celebrate the new school year with a back to school bash? We’ve got a full list of back to school events and places to get free school supplies.

Nothing says SUMMER like 4th of July festivities and FIREWORKS! We’ve got a list of all the places to find Independence Day Celebrations and fireworks in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Haines City, and across Polk County.

Find unique Father’s Day gifts for dads in Lakeland, Winter Haven, and Polk County. We’ve got gift ideas, family activities, weekend freebies and more.

Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday runs July 20 – August 20, 2026. Save on clothing, shoes, backpacks, school supplies, laptops, and more. We’ve got all the details so you can make the most of it.

Heading out to dinner with the kids? Save money and skip cooking tonight! We’ve got a huge list of restaurants where kids eat free.

This is the ultimate guide to indoor activities in Lakeland and Polk County. Indoor playgrounds, arcades, bowling, trampoline parks, escape rooms, and tons of other indoor things to do with kids.

Looking for FREE things to do near you in Lakeland and Polk County? We have some great ideas for you! Making memories and finding family fun doesn’t have to be expensive.

Searching for outdoor activities to do with kids? Check out this huge list of things to do outdoors in Lakeland and Polk County where you can enjoy the fresh air and open spaces and let the kids have fun.

Spend the day at one of Florida’s springs for a real Florida adventure. Most springs are 72 degrees year-round, providing a refreshing day of swimming, tubing, and outdoor fun.

Visit an aquarium in Central Florida to get up close and personal with sea creatures and learn about marine life native to Florida. Sharks, rays, dolphins, fish, lobsters, jellyfish, and more.

Looking for a farm in Central Florida where you can pet and feed farm animals? Check out these petting zoos and animal farms where you can see cows, goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits, chickens, horses, and more.

Central Florida has an abundance of attractions where you can get up close and personal with wild animals. Drive thru safaris, zoo programs, private tours, exotic animal feedings, and more.

It is WILD how many different places you can see animals in Central Florida. Visit a farm, feed a giraffe, cuddle a lamb or baby goat, go on a drive-through safari, explore an aquarium, and learn about animals for a fun-filled day with your kids.

At Safari Wilderness in Lakeland, you can get up close and personal with llamas, zebras, watsui cattle, water buffalo, and more.