Festivals

The annual festival returns this month with more airshows, aircraft demos, and activities than ever, plus BOGO tickets for Florida residents on select days.
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
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Enjoy two ham-packed days of world-class BBQ, family-friendly activities, and community giving.
Learn how artists Gillian Fazio and Katerina Santos plan to drench Lakeland in color through its first-ever mural festival, and how small businesses + muralists can get in on the artistic action.
See who will take the stage in Plant City when the festival returns in February 2026.
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Treats, fresh berries, and seasonal wine + cider releases have us feeling anything but blue.
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Support local or try something new from out of town at this festival running Feb. 27-March 9 in Plant City.
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