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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Lakeland
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
September 24, 2025 01:43 PM
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Travel and Outdoors
“An energy vortex": Visit Cassadaga, the psychic capital of the world
Created in 1875, Cassadaga, FL finds its roots in spiritualism. Learn more about this haunting community just 90 minutes from Lakeland.
October 4, 2023
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Katelyn Lewis
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Events
See scary cinema at the Silver Moon Drive-In
Buy your tickets for the drive-in theater’s Halloween movie marathon events.
October 4, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Business
Go treasure hunting at the Lakeland Antique Mall
Search through over 40,000 sqft of vintage collectibles and antiques at one of Lakeland’s largest antique malls.
September 28, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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City
Lakeland’s 2024 fiscal year budget by the numbers
The City of Lakeland has finalized its budget for the upcoming fiscal year — let’s take a look at the $746.9 million bottom line.
September 25, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Food
LALtoday sushi bracket
We’re fishing for Lakeland’s favorite sushi spot.
September 19, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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New to Lakeland
Swan City meets the big screen: Movies filmed in and around Lakeland
Our town has become a regular star on the silver screen — how many of these movies have you seen that were filmed on location in Lakeland?
September 14, 2023
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Victoria Bardega
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Sponsored
Inside scoop: Who to see at the Hispanic Heritage Celebration
We’ve got the inside scoop on who and what to see at Bonnet Springs Park’s Bienvenido a BSP: Hispanic Heritage Celebration.
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Sports
The sports fan’s guide to Lakeland’s college teams
Fall means the return of college sports in Lakeland. Never miss a game with our guide to local teams.
September 6, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Education
New educational opportunities coming to Polk County
From early childhood education to schools for underserved communities, here are the educational opportunities coming soon to the Lakeland + Polk areas that we’re watching.
August 30, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A white sign reads "Express Lane, mobile orders only" at Black and Brew's south side location.
Food
Daydreaming about Lakeland drive-thru windows
Ignore the logistics — we’re day dreaming about Lakeland eateries we’d love to dine at via drive-thru, if we could wave a magic wand.
August 28, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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City
Hurricane Milton’s impact on Lakeland
By the numbers, here’s how Hurricane Milton left its mark across Central Florida.
October 10, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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City
Save these numbers + resources for help after Hurricane Milton
From how to get on the debris pick-up list to where you can get clean water, keep these resources in mind for after the storm passes.
October 9, 2024
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Amelia Grooms
A hurricane model showing the projected path of Hurricane Milton.
City
Polk County prepares for Hurricane Milton
The storm is expected to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday, Oct. 9.
October 8, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
Palm trees blowing in hard wind in the foreground, with a dark cloudy sky and the Summit Building in downtown Lakeland in the background.
City
Stay connected during Hurricane Milton
Don’t miss a local update when a major storm hits. Bookmark these resources to stay informed during Hurricane Milton.
October 8, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
A hand holding a smartphone showing a sculpture Lakeland's downtown public art trail. The real sculpture is seen in the background.
Culture
Virtual fun you can have at home
When stormy weather rolls in, the fun at home rolls out. Throw on your coziest digs and explore Lakeland from the comfort of your couch.
October 8, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
A map showing a spaghetti model of Hurricane Milton's projected path over Florida.
City
A closer look at Hurricane Milton’s category and spaghetti model
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast on Wednesday, Oct. 9 — here’s what you should know.
October 8, 2024
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Staff
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City
Last minute tips to make sure you’re hurricane ready
Don’t forget these steps on your hurricane prep checklist.
October 7, 2024
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Staff
Lakeland entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses pitch their big ideas at Catapult's Launch Pitch Night for the chance to win up to $10,000 in funding.
Business
Meet the finalists for Launch Pitch Night at Catapult
These five entrepreneurs will pitch their businesses for the chance to secure up to $10,000 in micro-grant funding.
October 3, 2024
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Amelia Grooms
A view of Back Bay and the Boston Public Library at sunset.
Travel and Outdoors
A Lakelander’s travel guide to Boston, MA
Find out what to do and where to stay in one of the top new destinations Avelo Airlines will fly to from Lakeland.
October 1, 2024
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Amelia Grooms
The entrance to the Silver Moon Drive-In with two neon signs and movie time signage.
Events
Silver screen scares: Catch the Silver Moon Drive-In’s Halloween movie marathon
This fall tradition returns with a fresh slate of movies both new and old.
September 30, 2024
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Connor Jacobson