Arts

Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
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Lakelanders are invited to all of SEU’s School of Music performances, most of which are free to attend.
Celebrate Lakeland Community Theatre and the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra, which have reached 40 and 60 years in the local arts scene, respectively.
When it comes to national charts, Swan City often gets skipped. Tell us which artists, podcasts, and genres you listened to all year long so we can wrap them up ourselves.
See who will take the stage in Plant City when the festival returns in February 2026.
The Comedy Cathedral is set to open by spring 2026 with entertainment, classes, and community events designed to keep Lakeland laughing.
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This new arts hub will open on Saturday, Nov. 1 with an art-themed kickoff celebration.
In the mood to bust a move? Shimmy down to these local spots and events for open dance floors, performances, and dancing lessons.
Before you go to the polls in November, submit your ideas to help choose the names for three new creatures — both real and artistic.
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