Large venues

• Rate: $1,750+
• 15,000 sqft
• Accommodates 350+
• Key features: Historic building, commercial kitchen, 16-ft bar, market lights, 7,800-sqft courtyard, outdoor murals

• Rate: $4,500+
• Accommodates 150 seated, 250 standing
• 3,500 sqft
• Key features: Brick walls, art deco accents, kitchen prep area, and a full-sized bar

• Rate: $2,100+
• 2,500 sqft
• Accommodates ~160 guests between indoor and outdoor spaces
• Key features: Dog and kid-friendly spaces, large yard games, indoor and outdoor zones — individual zones can also be reserved.

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Intimate gatherings

• Rate: $500+
• Accommodates 65 seated, 100 standing
• 1,000 sqft
• Key features: Historic building, arched windows, ample natural light, chandeliers, fireplace

• Rate: $150+
• Accommodates 35 seated, 50 standing
• 2,000 sqft
• Key features: Tables, chairs, and couches

• Rate: $500+
• Accommodates 30 seated, 75 standing
• 1,200 sqft
• Key features: Refrigerator, freezer, island, and bar, plus plates, glasses, and more available for an additional fee

Photo by LALtoday

Multiple options

• Rate: $100-$500+
• Accommodates 8-70 guests
• Rentable spaces: The Tanks, The Square, The North Side, and The South Side

• Rate: $75-$500
• Accommodates 10-25+ guests
• Rentable spaces: The Pink Room, The Vintage Dining Room, the Outdoor Patio, and The Lawn

• T-R-I-V-I-A | Thu., Oct. 27 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Joinery, 640 E. Main St., Lakeland | Free | Show what you know to win prizes while enjoying deals on beer, wine, and cocktails.
• Chase Wagner Album Release | Thu., Oct. 27 | 7 p.m. | Union Hall, 1023 Florida Ave S, Lakeland | $15.00 - $18.00 | Head to Union Hall for local artist Chase Wagner’s album release show for his debut album, “Suddenly I Saw You Clearly.”
• Lunch Pop-Ups at Catapult: The Cultivated Pig | Thu., Oct. 27 - Thu., Nov. 17 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Catapult, 502 E Main Street, Lakeland | Free | Part of the Thursday lunch series on the Catapult patio, The Cultivated Pig will share their passion for all things BBQ (inspired by their roots in Texas).*

• Costumes and Candy | Fri., Oct. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | First Presbyterian Church of Lakeland, 175 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland | Free | Don those costumes and bring the family for this trunk-or-treat event.
• Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida Annual Pink Ribbon Gala 2022 | Fri., Oct. 28 | 6 p.m. | Haus 820, 820 N. Massachusetts Ave., Lakeland | $100.00 | Join The Watson Clinic Foundation and The Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida for cocktails, dinner, dancing, silent and live auctions, and more to support breast cancer survivors.
• Haunted Jail Tour 2022 “Doomsday” | Fri., Oct. 28 - Sat., Oct. 29 | 6:30-10:30 p.m. | Polk County Jail, 455 N. Broadway Ave, Lakeland | $12.00 - $20.00 | Join the Polk County Sheriff’s Office for their annual Haunted Jail Tour with new unexplored areas — all proceeds will benefit the United Way of Central Florida.
• Spooky Pineapple Carving + Cocktails | Fri., Oct. 28 | 8-9:30 p.m. | The Joinery, 640 E Main St, Lakeland | $45.00 | Get festive with pineapple carving and specialty “boos” — AKA, cocktails mixed for just the occasion — price includes a pineapple, two drinks, and necessary tools.

• Fall Night Market | Sat., Oct. 29 | 4-9 p.m. | Downtown Lakeland | Free | Shop from 100+ local vendors in downtown Lakeland while enjoying live music, food, drinks, and more — this event will not include trick-or-treating.
• The Raven Murder Mystery Dinner Theater | Sat., Oct. 29 | 6 p.m. | UUC Lakeland, 3140 Troy Avenue, Lakeland | $13.00 - $18.00 | Enjoy this Murder Mystery and spaghetti dinner featuring drag performances and live music — proceeds will go to Rose Dynasty Foundation and the UUC LAKELAND general funds.
• Halloween Bash Smokepoint Live at Swan Brewing w/Best Costumes Prizes! | Sat., Oct. 29 | 7-10 p.m. | Swan Brewing, 115 W Pine St, Lakeland | Free | Swing by Swan Brewing for a costume contest, music from Smokepoint, food, and drinks.

• 84º | Scattered thunderstorms | 50% chance of rain

• Florida Polytechnic University is now home to Fortune 500 company, International Flavors & Fragrances. This is the first industry partner to set up shop in the 30,000-sqft Citrus Innovation Center, slated to open in late 2023. (The Ledger)

• Looking for a scary good time? Bloom Shakalaka’s annual Halloween workshop is tonight at 6:30 p.m. Arrange your own hauntingly beautiful florals while sipping on specialty cocktails or mocktails. Tickets start at $115. 💐

• Drop by the Polk Museum of Art tonight for a Halloween cocktail party from 5-8 p.m. to bid farewell to the art exhibit “Rodin: Contemplation and Dreams.” Costumes are encouraged — tickets start at $15.
• Spend a night at Lakeland Community Theatre (121 S. Lake Ave.) and see a thrilling adaptation of John Buchan’s comedy “The 39 Steps.” Plan ahead by booking your tickets now for next weekend’s showings: Fri., Nov. 4-Sat., Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 6 at 2:30 p.m.

• Monkee’s of Lakeland — a new boutique coming soon to south Florida Avenue — is hosting regular pop-up hours at The Curated Collective (401 S. Florida Ave.) today through Sat., Oct. 29 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The biz plans to open its doors shortly at 2514 S. Florida Ave. 🛍️
• Looking to relieve muscle soreness without dropping $150+ a month on a deep tissue massage? Enter: the RENPHO massage gun. It has 17,000+ five-star reviews and is on sale for $99 (down from $249) for a limited time.*

• It’s fall in the taproom. Stop by Krazy Kombucha (1030 S. Florida Ave.) on Sat., Oct. 30 for fall flavors like pumpkin spice, elderberry grape, and blackberry cobbler.
• Getting groceries delivered is great, but getting your favorite beer, wine, and liquor delivered is even better. With Drizly, you can order your go-to libations as well as mixers, party supplies, and snacks + they’ll be delivered to your door in under 60 minutes. Order now. 🥂*

• If you think it can’t get much better than live music, try adding a free Ford F150 into the mix. Plan ahead for Bartow Ford’s Inaugural Concert on the Lot on Sat., Nov. 5 with a concert from country music star Michael Ray. One lucky attendee will win a free Ford F150.

• Orange Blossom Poems is hosting a poetry workshop throughout November. The limited-availability group will focus on topics like women in music, deep gratitude, and more. Click here to learn more about the group and pricing. ✏️
• Central Florida Comic Con is beginning to announce guests, starting with Vincent Martella from children’s show "Phineas and Ferb.” Tickets for the Jan. 21-22 event at the RP Funding Center are on sale now.

• Did you know research shows that preventative screenings save tens of thousands of lives each year? In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, schedule an appointment to get a mammogram or to discover your risk of breast cancer.*

• Looking for a place to host your next team meeting or conference? Catapult has a variety of meeting rooms for rent that are able to accommodate any size group. Take a look at the options.*

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