TGIF, Lakeland. 🎉 Don’t get us wrong — we love the occasional lazy weekend — but if you’re looking for a weekend to remember, check out these recommendations:
Friday
Grab a bite with your beer at The Brass Tap — we recommend the baked pretzels. | Photo by @thelaltoday
Listen live
- Swan Brewing boasts live music , local beer, and rotating food trucks.
- Venture just beyond the city limits for live music at Keel Farms . Pro tip: Enjoy some locally brewed beer, cider, wine, or sangria while you listen.
Cheers
- Celebrate downtown Lakeland’s newest addition: Unfiltered Lakeland .
- Stop by one of Lakeland’s bars, breweries, or restaurants for happy hour deals .
- Tea, coffee, kava, and more — enjoy a zero-proof bev at one of these establishments serving mocktails .
Saturday
Take a moment for gratitude among the treetops on the Crenshaw Canopy Walk.
Photo by LALtoday
Saturday staples
- Start your morning with a signature cruffin from Born & Bread Bakehouse , open exclusively on Saturday and Wednesday.
- Head to the Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market for home goods, food, plants, and more from local makers.
- Shop vintage and antique finds at The Curated Collective , open only on Friday and Saturday mornings. Check out our full list of vintage, thrift, and antique stores.
Get outside
- Explore Lakeland on two wheels via the Lake-to-Lake Bikeway or one of these biking trails .
- Check out eight things you can’t miss at Bonnet Springs Park.
- Find your new favorite Swan City spot when you take one of these tours — from urban forests to Lakeland’s history and waterways.
Sunday
Order up a stack of Sorrel Bistro’s pancakes with a twist.
Photo by @sorrel_bistro
Calling all foodies
- Order up your favorite plate at one of Lakeland’s best brunch spots .
- Beat the heat with a scoop from one of these Swan City ice cream shops .
- No “Sunday scaries” for you — burn the late-night oil at one of these local eateries open after dark.
Blood pumpin’
- Try your hand at pickleball at one of Lakeland’s courts . Need a refresher? Check out this quick how-to .
- Book an introductory class or consultation at one of Lakeland’s gyms .
- Did you know Lakeland has 70+ public parks? Go for a walk, let the kids run wild, or play fetch with Fido at one near you .