Crowds filled downtown as floats, bands, and performers — culminating with Santa and Mrs. Claus — brought holiday spirit to the streets.
Category: Events
Posted inDowntown
2025 Lakeland Christmas Parade: Know Before You Go
Thousands will converge on downtown Lakeland Thursday evening for the annual Christmas parade.
Posted inDowntown
Lakeland’s Munn Park Gets Its First Large Christmas Tree
The 34-foot-tall artificial majestic mountain pine was delivered this week.
Posted inRecreation
Bonnet Springs Park Cancels ‘Light Up BSP’ in 2025 to Address Traffic Impact
A $1.5 million grant from the Legislature will help create 375 new parking spaces at the privately funded Lakeland park.
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Ways to Honor Veterans in Lakeland This Weekend
Parade, ceremonies and family events are planned to honor those who have served.
Posted inFamily
Camp Fire Sunshine to Host Creepy Crawly Fall Festival
The 10th annual family-friendly event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25.
Posted inSports
Orange Cup Regatta Returns Oct. 17-19
Some of the fastest boats in racing will compete on Lake Hollingsworth this Saturday and Sunday.
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RCE Foundation Hosts ‘Smash for a Cause’ Pickleball Event in Lakeland on Sept. 13
Open to all skill levels, the charity tournament at Grasslands Golf & Country Club supports local families in need through competitive and casual play.
Posted inSports
PPA Pickleball Tour Coming to Lakeland This November for First-Ever Veolia Lakeland Open
Lakeland’s Beerman Family Tennis Center will host pros and amateurs at the six-day PPA tournament, expected to draw 1,000 visitors and $800K in economic impact.
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What Are The Details for Lakeland’s ‘Red White & Kaboom,’ on July 3?
Lakeland’s annual Independence Day Eve event starts with music at 6 p.m., then fireworks at 9 p.m., on the shores of Lake Mirror.