Tuesday, October 1-Sunday, October 6
Tuesday | October 1
Show
Open Mic Night | 6-9 p.m. | Swan Brewing, 115 W. Pine St. | Bring family and friends to a night of sing-alongs.
Arts
Thumbkin Platter Workshop | 5-7 p.m. | PicassoZ Art Cafe, 4632 Cleveland Heights Blvd. | $24+ | Create festive plates and platters. 🎨
Learn
Boosting Your Brand Online | 8-9 a.m. | Luhv’lee Design Co., 122 E. Main St. #282 | Free | Enjoy coffee, donuts, and fruit while learning about how to improve your business’ online branding. 💻
Dish
Mom’s Morning Out | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Uncle Nick’s Bagels Subs and Italian Deli, 6955 Old Hwy. 37 | Come for a morning out to eat some light refreshments and watch a coffee demonstration by Ethos Roasters. ☕
Wednesday | October 2
Active
Dodgeball Tournament | 6-8 p.m. | Urban Air Adventure Park, 3800 U.S. Hwy. 98 N. | $10 | Every Wednesday, put your skills to the test playing solo, or bring a team to compete. 🏐
Network
1 Million Cups | 9-10 a.m. | Catapult, 331 S. Florida Ave. | Free | Coffee, conversations, and networking with local entrepreneurs. ☕
JobNewsUSA Job Fair | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | RP Funding Center, 701 W Lime St. | Free, RSVP | Find out who’s hiring and meet recruiters and hiring managers. 🗄️
Learn
Writers at LPL | 6-8:50 p.m. | Lakeland Public Library, 100 Lake Morton Dr.
Thursday | October 3
Arts
Universal Language Spoken Word + Hip Hop Showcase | Lkld Live, Studio 2B, 202N Massachusetts Ave. | $5+ | Enjoy live performances from local talent. 🎤
After Hours at the Museum | 5-8 p.m. | Polk Museum of Art, 800 E. Palmetto St. | Free | Get an in-depth tour of the museum with the chief curator. 🎨
PlanAhead
Breast Cancer Awareness Brunch | Oct. 10 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Lakeland Regional Health Hollis Cancer Center, 3525 Lakeland Hills Blvd. | Free, RSVP | Learn about the latest advances in breast health while having brunch. Registration ends Oct. 6. 🎗️
Show
Lakeside Village Live | 6-9 p.m. | Lakeside Village, 1479 Town Center Dr. | Free | Live music by some of your favorite local artists every Thursday of October. 🎼
Live Music at Hillcrest | 6:30 p.m. | Hillcrest Coffee, 119 Hillcrest St. | Free | Enjoy coffee and live tunes from Justin Bellamy. ☕
Friday | October 4
MustDo
Kon Tiki Taco | 6:30-10 p.m. | Haus 820, 820 N. Massachusetts Ave. | $35 | Cheers to cocktails, tacos, BBQ + more at this Hawaiian themed event. 🥂 *Must be 21+ to attend.
PlanAhead
Treasure Your Chest Scavenger Hunt | Oct. 6 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Swan Brewing, 115 W. Pine St. | $25 | Put your skills to the test on a Lakeland scavenger hunt + end the night with a celebration at Swan Brewing. The proceeds benefit Libby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation.
ForKids
Fall Carnival | 3-6:30 p.m. | Grace Lutheran School, 320 Bates Ave SE., Winter Haven | Food, games, prizes, and a silent auction. 🍂
Brick or Treat | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Legoland, 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven | $84+ | Celebrate the spookiest time of year. *Every weekend in October. 🍫
Family
Halloween Boogie Night Dance Party | 6-8 p.m. | Medulla Resource Center, 1049 Parker Rd. | Free | Dance the night away with a DJ, candy, costumes, and games. 💃🏽
Outdoors
First Friday | 6-9 p.m. | Munn Park, 201 E. Main St. | Take a night downtown to enjoy music, vendors, and art.
Show
Swan City Improv | 7:30-10 p.m. | Lkld Live, Studio B, 202 N. Massachusetts Ave. | $10 | Come ready to laugh out loud. 🎙️
St. Joseph Classical Concert Series | 11:30 a.m. | St. Joseph Catholic Church, 210 W. Lemon St. | Free | Check out their Facebook page for more upcoming shows this month.
Cause
Red Tent Collective | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Lakeland Lodge No. 91 F&AM, 505 N. Massachusetts Ave. | $20 | Local artists come together to amplify the voices of survivors to bring awareness to and further the cause of Red Tent Initiative: Survivors and allies creating a culture of empowerment to end abuse and exploitation.
Saturday | October 5
Active
Lakeland Magic 5K | 7:30-9:30 a.m. | RP Funding Center, 701 W. Lime St. | $20+ | Cross the finish line with Swish on the Lakeland Magic court. 🏃
Balance Culture Yoga | 9-10 a.m. | Lake Hollingsworth | Free | Kick off your weekend with some morning yoga and tea provided by HTeaO.
TryThis
Cardboard Boat Challenge | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | 920 Lake Hollingsworth Dr. | $35+ | Join in the fun while raising awareness about our water resources. ⛵
WINGS ‘n Things + Girls in Aviation Day | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus, 4174 Medulla Rd. | Free | A day of aviation activities for families of all ages. ✈️
Bartow Chalk Walk | 10 a.m. | 165 E. Main St., Bartow | Add some color to your weekend watching artists create chalk art. 🖍️
Learn
Pumpkin Succulent Workshop | 12-2 p.m. | Keel & Curley Winery, 5210 Thonotosassa Rd., Plant City | $55 | Make your own succulent centerpiece in a pumpkin. 🌵
Outdoors
Plant City Bike Fest | 4:30-8:30 p.m. | Union Station Depot, 102 N. Palmer St., Plant City | Free, RSVP | It’s not just a bike contest, put your skills to the test with a wing eating contest too. 🏍️
Sunday | October 6
Arts
Evolve Music & Art Festival | 3-9 p.m. | ART/ifact, 820 N. Massachusetts Ave. | $10 | Enjoy art in all shapes, sizes, and forms. 🎨
Family
Pumpkin Patch | Until Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Presbyterian Church in the Highlands, 1010 Lake Miriam Dr. | Kick off fall with family fun activities and photo opportunities at the pumpkin patch. 🎃
Show
Improv Open House | 7-9 p.m. | Lkld Live, Studio B, 202 N. Massachusetts Ave. | $5 | Anyone and everyone can get up on stage and give improv a try. 🎤
Monday, October 7-Sunday, October 13
Monday | October 7
Civic
City Commission Meeting | 3-5 p.m. | Lakeland City Hall, 228 S. Massachusetts Ave. | Free
Dish
Teen Challenge Hope Is Gala | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Victory Church, 1401 Griffin Rd. | $15+ | Live music, drama, stories of hope, and dinner.
Drink
9th Annual Pumpkin Latte Giveaway | 7-11 a.m. | Black & Brew, 205 E. Main St. | $1 | Donate $1 for a free regular or pumpkin latte. This special runs through Oct. 9. ☕
TryThis
Craft Beer + Bingo | 7-9 p.m. | Craft + Kitchen, 3234 S. Florida Ave. | Free | Test your luck while sipping on craft beer. 🍺
Trivia by the Park | 8 p.m. | Linksters Tap Room, 209 E. Main St. | Free | Win cash prizes up to $50. 💸
Tuesday | October 8
Network
Polk District College Fair | 6-8 p.m. | George Jenkins Field House at Florida Southern College, 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr. | Free | Students can meet with admissions representatives from a variety of colleges and universities. 📚
Drink
9th Annual Pumpkin Latte Giveaway | 7-11 a.m. | Black & Brew, 205 E. Main St. | $1 | Donate $1 for a free regular or pumpkin latte. This special runs through Oct. 9. ☕
Arts
Layers of the Soul Silent Workshop | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 818 E. Lemon St. | $45 | If you like peace and quiet, this art session is for you. 🎨
TryThis
Lakeland Salsa | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Lake Mirror Auditorium, 121 S. Lake Ave. | Put on your dancing shoes. 💃🏽
Wednesday | October 9
Network
1 Million Cups | 9-10 a.m. | Catapult, 331 S. Florida Ave. | Free | Coffee, conversations, and networking with local entrepreneurs. ☕
Drink
9th Annual Pumpkin Latte Giveaway | 7-11 a.m. | Black & Brew, 205 E. Main St. | $1 | Donate $1 for a free regular or pumpkin latte. This special runs through Oct. 9. ☕
Wine’d Down Wednesday | 5-7 p.m. | Patio850, 850 S. Tennessee Ave. | $22 | Celebrate being halfway through the week. 🍷
Workshop
ServSafe Manager Certification Exam + Instructor-Led Course | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Baymont by Wyndham Lakeland, 4375 Lakeland Park Dr. | $75+ | Become certified through this one-day session.
Show
Roles From Bones | 9 p.m. | Pink Piano, 1015 Florida Ave. S. | Enjoy some live music. 🎹
Open Mic with Dan Signor | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave. | Bring your best musical abilities. 🎤
PlanAhead
Golf Tournament | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Grasslands Golf & Country Club, 1600 Grasslands Blvd. | $100+ | Proceeds go toward Parker Street Ministries. Player pre-registration ends Oct. 11.
Thursday | October 10
Outdoors
Creepy Crawly Fall Festival | 6-8 p.m. | Camp Fire Sunshine Central Florida, 2600 Buckingham Ave. | $5+ | Carnival games, goodie bags, a costume contest, crafts, and more. 🍂
Learn
Entreprenu[HER] | 8:30-10 a.m. | Catapult, 331 S Florida Ave. | Free, RSVP | Learn how to make an instant good impression on your customers + enjoy a light breakfast. 🍳
Dish
Food Truck Rally | 6-9 p.m. | Munn Park, 201 E. Main St. | Get some good eats downtown from some of the best local food trucks. 🍕
PlanAhead
3rd Annual Golf Scramble | Oct. 13 | 1-7 p.m.| Cleveland Heights Golf & Country Club, 2900 Buckingham Ave. | $100+ | Proceeds go towards the patients of Central Florida Speech & Hearing Center. 🏌️♂️
Friday | October 11
Family
Aqua Boo | 7-9 p.m. | Gandy Pool, 404 Imperial Blvd. | $4 | Come prepared for a spooky, family-friendly night full of movies, games, snacks, and swimming. 👻
Trick or Treat Party | 6-8 p.m. | 135 Avenue Y NE., Winter Haven | Music, arts & crafts, coloring, and a costume contest. 🍭
PlanAhead
Double Down 5K | Oct. 12 | 7:30-10:30 a.m. | Peterson Park, 3700 Cleveland Heights Blvd. | $25+ | Come for a morning run and bring pantry items to donate as well. 🏃♂️
Drink
Oktoberfest at Beer Rev | Until Oct. 12 | 4 p.m.-12 a.m. | Craft + Kitchen - Beer Rev, 3234 S. Florida Ave. | Kick off the weekend celebrating fall with live music, German food, and drinks. 🇩🇪
Learn
Live2Learn | 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | SUN ‘n FUN, 4175 Medulla Rd. | $79+ | Learn from industry leaders including John C. Maxwell and Rachel Hollis.
Show
Scene Night | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Lkld Live, Studio B, 202N Massachusetts Ave. | $8 | Sing along to your favorite rock and local indie tunes. 🎤
No Small Matter | 6:30-8 p.m. | Polk Theatre, 121 S. Florida Ave. | Free | For one night only, this feature documentary explores early childhood education through stories and humor. 🎥
TryThis
Salsa Social | 7-10 p.m. | Haus 820, 820 N. Massachusetts Ave. | Get your dancing shoes on for a night of fun. 💃🏽
Film
The Lion King | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Lakeland Community Theatre, 121 S. Lake Ave. | $12+ | Watch the African savannah come to life on screen at this showing of The Lion King. Showings run from Oct. 11-13th at varying times. 🦁
Saturday | October 12
TryThis
Toga Party | 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m. | La La LAND Wine, Beer, Liquors + Lounge, 3239 S. Florida Ave. | Get decked out to get down to some karaoke and music. 🌿
Hispanic Heritage Festival | 4-6 p.m. | Strong Tower Church, 719 N. Massachusetts Ave. | Free | Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with food, a bounce house, Latin dancing, face painting and more. 🌮
Active
Brick Dash 5K | 6:30-9 a.m. | Legoland, 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven. | $25+ | Run this Halloween themed 5K followed by a spooky day at Brick or Treat. 🏃♀️
Double Down 5K | 7:30-10:30 a.m. | Peterson Park, 3700 Cleveland Heights Blvd. | $25+ | Come for a morning run and bring pantry items to donate as well. 🏃♂️
Drink
Taptoberfest | 2 p.m.-2 a.m. | The Brass Tap, 1515 Town Center Dr. | Free | The 7th annual celebration will include beer, games, food, and live music. 🎼
FallFest | 5-9 p.m. | Grove Roots Brewing Co., 302 3rd St., Winter Haven. | Pumpkin painting, beer, live music, and food. Bring non-perishable items to donate to their food drive. 🍺
Show
Hocus Pocus | 7-11 p.m. | Masons Live, 5501 S. Florida Ave. | $20 | Come in costume for dinner and a show. *18+ only.
Sunday | October 13
Network
Wedding + Bridal Expo | 1-5 p.m. | RP Funding Center, 701 W. Lime St. | $10 | Meet wedding vendors and enter giveaways to win discounts, getaways, and prizes. 👰
Cause
3rd Annual Golf Scramble | 1-7 p.m.| Cleveland Heights Golf & Country Club, 2900 Buckingham Ave. | $100+ | Proceeds go towards the patients of Central Florida Speech & Hearing Center. 🏌️♂️
Venue’s 2nd Annual Breast Cancer Fundraiser | 5-7 p.m. | Venue Salon, 5035 S. Lakeland Dr. | All proceeds go to Cruelty-Free Breast Cancer Research.
WaterCooler
Barrel Racing | 2 p.m. | Let it Ride Ranch, 420 Mattie Dr. | $10 | Kick up some dust barrel racing this weekend. 🐎
Monday, October 14-Sunday, October 20
Monday | October 14
Learn
Nod to NonProfit Tour Series | 9-10 a.m. | Crystal Lake Elementary School, 700 Galvin Dr. | Free, RSVP | Learn more about Central Florida health care. 🏥
Dish
Charcuterie Workshop | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Scout & Tag, 1214 S. Florida Ave. | $65 | Learn how to create your own charcuterie tray. 🧀
Holiday
Pumpkin Patch | Until Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Presbyterian Church in the Highlands, 1010 Lake Miriam Dr. | Kick off fall with family fun activities and photo opportunities at the pumpkin patch. 🎃
Tuesday | October 15
Cause
Chipotle Fundraiser | 5-9 p.m. | Chipotle (South Lakeland), 3434 S. Florida Ave. | Proceeds go towards the Highlands Grove PTO. 🌯
Drink
Blue Jeans and Boots Martini Night | 6-8 p.m. | Vintage Warehouse, 4308 Wallace Rd. | A night of music, martinis, and shopping. 🍸
Show
Live Music with David Smith | 7-10 p.m. | Hops n Vine, 3120 S. Florida Ave. 🎸
TryThis
Aqua Yoga | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Kelly Recreation Center, Gandy Pool, 404 Imperial Blvd. | $5 | Get some sun and exercise. 🌊
Lakeland Salsa | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Lake Mirror Auditorium, 121 S. Lake Ave. | Free | Put on your dancing shoes. 💃🏽
Wednesday | October 16
Network
1 Million Cups | 9-10 a.m. | Catapult, 331 S. Florida Ave. | Free | Coffee, conversations, and networking with local entrepreneurs. ☕
Holiday
Pumpkin Patch | Until Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Presbyterian Church in the Highlands, 1010 Lake Miriam Dr. | Kick off fall with family fun activities and photo opportunities at the pumpkin patch. 🎃
Drink
S&D Real Estate 5 Year Anniversary | 4-7 p.m. | 2000 E. Edgewood Dr., Ste 103 | Celebrate with cocktails + hor d’oeuvres. 🍸
Wine’d Down Wednesday | 5-7 p.m. | Patio850, 850 S. Tennessee Ave. | $22 | Celebrate being halfway through the week. 🍷
Show
Open Mic with Dan Signor | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave. | Bring your best musical abilities. 🎤
Thursday | October 17
TryThis
Halloween Cookie Decorating | 6-8 p.m. | Gaines Jewelers, 112 S. Tennessee Ave. | $30 | Get into the spirit of fall with this class taught by Southern Sweets. 🍪
Show
Mr. Central Florida | 5:30 p.m. | RP Funding Center, 701 W Lime St. | $100+ | Sit back and watch the show with dinner, drinks, and auctions. 👔
Lakeside Village Live | 6-9 p.m. | Lakeside Village, 1479 Town Center Dr. | Free | Live music by some of your favorite local artists. 🎼
Learn
Senior Summit: Staying Connected | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | First Presbyterian Church, 175 Lake Hollingsworth Dr. | Free | Learn about senior safety, health, well-being, and public policy.
Outdoors
Fall Festival | 5-7 p.m. | Grace Manor, 4620 N. Socrum Loop | Free | Enjoy an evening of hayrides, caramel apples, costumes, and more. 🎃
Friday | October 18
Outdoors
Oktoberfest Winter Haven | 5:30-9 p.m. | South Central Park, Downtown Winter Haven | Free | Sample over 50 craft and international beers, and enjoy food + live music. 🍻
Family
Pumpkinfest | 5:30-9 p.m. | Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW., Winter Haven | $10 | Drop your kid(s) off for pizza, crafts, a scavenger hunt, virtual reality, Minecraft, and games.
TryThis
Haunted Jail Tour | Until Oct. 26 | 6-10:30 p.m. | Polk County Jail, 455 N., Broadway Ave., Bartow | $6 | Bring the whole family for a spooky night of fun.
Budweiser Hot Rod Rendezvous | 6-8 p.m. | 121 S. Lake Ave. | Free | Check out over 100 cars, an outdoor concert, food vendors, and new car unveiling at this fundraiser to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County. 🚗
Cause
Pink Ribbon Gala | 6 p.m. | Haus 820, 820 N. Massachusetts Ave. | Proceeds go towards helping families facing breast cancer. 🎗
Show
St. Joseph Classical Concert Series | 11:30 a.m. | St. Joseph Catholic Church, 210 W. Lemon St. | Free | Check out the upcoming shows this month on the group’s Facebook page. 🎼
Saturday | October 19
Charity
Paint Your Pet Fundraiser | 12-3 p.m. | Painting with a Twist, 3670 Harden Blvd. | $55 | Raise money for the Florida SPCA while painting your pet. 🐶
TheBuy
Craft Fair + Sale | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Presbyterian Church in the Highlands, 1010 Lake Miriam Dr. | Free | Shop with craft makers and vendors while enjoying their fall festival. 🎨
Outdoors
Midflorida Auto Show & Lake Mirror Concours | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | 121 S. Lake Ave. | Free | Cruise on over to view hundreds of show and collector cars. 🚗
Rootstock Plant + Garden Festival | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd. | $10 parking | Shop plants and herbs from over 40 Florida vendors. 🌱
Family
Polk State Fall Fest | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Polk State College Winter Haven, 999 Ave. H NE., Winter Haven 🍂
Learn
Cookie Decorating Class | 2-4 p.m. | Scout & Tag, 1214 S. Florida Ave. | $60 | Join in on the fun doing a Halloween-themed beginner cookie decorating class. 🍪
Art
Pottery Workshop | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Scout & Tag, 1214 S. Florida Ave. | $60 | This event is catered by Born & Bread. 🏺
Sunday | October 20
Dish
Drag Queen Brunch | 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Frescos, 132 S. Kentucky Ave. | World-class entertainment and brunch.
Active
Mindful Moment TriathalOM | 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Holloway Park, 2402 Holloway Park Dr. | $45+ | Start the morning with a 5K run and relaxing yoga. 🧘
Show
Brunch and Bottomless | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Federal Bar, 124 S. Tennessee Ave. | Enjoy $15 bottomless mimosas and live music from Adrienne Richards. 🍹
Cause
Hooters Charity Golf Tournament | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Hooters, 3400 U.S. 98 N. | Join in on helping to raise money for The V Foundation and the Kelly Jo Dowd Foundation for Breast Cancer Research.
TheBuy
Kitchen + Bath Savings Event | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | ProSource of Lakeland, 3526 DMG Dr. | Save on a selection of over 50,000 products online and in-showroom.
Monday, October 21-Sunday, October 27
Monday | October 21
Civic
City Commission Meeting | 3-5 p.m. | Lakeland City Hall, 228 S. Massachusetts Ave. | Free
Network
Bridge Local, Meet the Candidates | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Lkld Live, Studio B, 202 N. Massachusetts Ave. | Watch candidates for City Commission at a moderated forum. 🇺🇸
Holiday
Pumpkin Patch | Until Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Presbyterian Church in the Highlands, 1010 Lake Miriam Dr. | Kick off fall with family fun activities and photo opportunities at the pumpkin patch. 🎃
Tuesday | October 22
Learn
Calligraphy 101 Workshop | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Scout and Tag, 1214 S. Florida Ave. | $65 | Discover tips and tricks to take your calligraphy skills to the next level. 🖋️
Active
Group Bike Ride | 6-8 p.m. | David’s World Cycle, 2125 S. Florida Ave. | Roll out for some exercise. 🚴♂️
Aqua Yoga | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Kelly Recreation Center, Gandy Pool, 404 Imperial Blvd. | $5 | Get some sun and exercise. 🌊
TryThis
Trivia Night | 7-9 p.m. | Duke’s Brewhouse, 4960 Florida Ave. S. | Put your knowledge to the test. 🍻
Wednesday | October 23
Network
1 Million Cups | 9-10 a.m. | Catapult, 331 S. Florida Ave. | Free | Coffee, conversations and networking with local entrepreneurs. ☕
Holiday
Pumpkin Patch | Until Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Presbyterian Church in the Highlands, 1010 Lake Miriam Dr. | Kick off fall with family fun activities at the pumpkin patch. 🎃
Learn
Study Habits of Successful Students | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Learning Resource Center of Polk County, 1628 S. Florida Ave. | $155 | For 6-8th grade students. 📓
Show
Velvet Jones Live | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Leo’s Live Music & Billiards, 5263 S. Florida Ave. 🎼
Open Mic with Dan Signor | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave. | Bring your best musical abilities. 🎤
Thursday | October 24
Family
Fall Festival | 5-7 p.m. | The Manor At Lake Morton, 534 E. Lime St. | Celebrate the fall season with a scavenger hunt, pumpkin putt-putt, face painting, candy apples, and more! 🍂
Halloween Harvest Festival | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Auburndale Downtown Park, N. Bartow Ave., Auburndale | Free | Take a family fun night to dress up, eat candy and play games.
Learn
Wedding Styled Shoot | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Haus 820, 820 N. Massachusetts Ave. | $90 | Photographers can build their portfolio with this greenery inspired wedding styled shoot. 📸
Lunch + Learn: Cool Season Vegetable Gardening | 12-1 p.m. | Lakeland Electric, 501 E. Lemon St. | Free, RSVP | Get tips on growing and preparing food with your homegrown vegetables. 🥦
Friday | October 25
Outdoors
Bike then Work | 7:30-8:30 a.m. | 249 N. Kentucky Ave. | Grab your wheels for a quick ride before the workday. 🚴♀️
Dish
12th Annual CarBQ | 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Two Men and a Truck-Polk, 3220 Atlantic Ave. | $12 | Support your employees while supporting the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce with boxed BBQ lunches. 🍖
Show
Halloween Bash | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave. | $5+ | Hear Bully for You play live at Union Hall’s first Halloween bash. 🎼
Holiday
Halloween Walkabout | Until Oct. 26 | 5-10 p.m. | The Poor Porker, 801 E., Main St. | Come in costume for trick or treating, kid-friendly activities, and spooky foods. 👻
Halloween Spooktacular | 6-8 p.m. | Wabash Community Center, 1230 Southern Ave. | Free | Kick off the weekend with candy, food, crafts and games at this family event. 🎃
Spooktoberfest | 6-8 p.m. | Eloise Resource Center, 710 Snively Ave., Winter Haven | Free | Enjoy trick or treating, a live DJ, and light refreshments. 🕸️
Trunk or Treat | 6-8 p.m. | Tribute Realty, 5151 S. Lakeland Dr. | All proceeds go towards One More Child, and they are still seeking event and trunk sponsors. 🍭
Halloween Tour | 7-8:30 p.m. | Frank Lloyd Wright at Florida Southern College, 750 Frank Lloyd Wright Way | $25 | Take a spooky tour to celebrate the upcoming holiday. 🕷️
TheBuy
Fall Heifer + Cow Sale | 1-7 p.m. | Cattlemen’s Livestock Auction Market, Inc., 3305 U.S. Hwy. 92 E. | Around 250 head of quality crossbred replacement type cattle are expected. 🐮
Show
The Detectives Live | 8 p.m. | Federal Bar, 124 S. Tennessee Ave. | Enjoy food, drinks, and live music. 🥨
TryThis
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Experience | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | The Polk Theatre, 121 S. Florida Ave. | $15 | Starring the Lipstick Players as the shadow cast.
Saturday | October 26
Holiday
Halloween Walkabout | 5-10 p.m. | The Poor Porker, 801 E., Main St. | Come in costume for trick or treating, kid-friendly activities and spooky foods. 👻
The Boo Bash | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Explorations V Children’s Museum, 109 N. Kentucky Ave. | Come dressed up for a night of family fun. 👻
Mulberry’s Harvest Festival | 4-7 p.m. | Spence Park, 1100-1198 NE. 1st St., Mulberry | Don’t miss hayrides, candy, and live music. 🍂
Outdoors
Fall Extravaganza | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Munn Park, 201 E. Main St. | Plants, trees, decorations, and giveaways for everyone. 🌱
Learn
Create Your Own Beauty Care Products | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales | $25+ | Herbalist Debbie Krause will teach you how to make herbal infused salves. 🌿
TheBuy
Extravaganza Gardening Show | 9-3 p.m. | Munn Park, 210 E. Main St. | Free | Explore over 50 vendors selling a variety of plants, and flowers. 💐
TryThis
Hispanic Festival | 12-9 p.m. | Frances Langford Promenade at Lake Mirror, 501 E. Main St. | Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with live music, Latin cuisine, and children’s activities.
Sunday | October 27
Family
Trunk or Treat | 5-7 p.m. | First United Methodist Church of Lakeland, 72 Lake Morton Dr. | Free | Fellowship, games, food + fun. 🎃
Fall Festival | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | First Presbyterian Church, 175 Lake Hollingsworth Dr. | Free | Family-friendly activities for everyone. 🍂
Trunk or Treat | 5-7 p.m. | Highland Park Church, 4777 Lakeland Highlands Rd. | Free, RSVP your trunk.
Outdoors
Pioneers Days Festival | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lake Wailes Park, 33 N. Lake Shore Blvd., Lake Wales | Free | Celebrate the heritage of Lake Wales with a petting zoo, games, face painting, and a pumpkin patch. 🍁
Show
Brunch and Bottomless with The House Cats | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Federal Bar, 124 S. Tennessee Ave. | Enjoy mimosas and live music. 🥂
Outdoors
Sky Ride | 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Sky Powersports, 1638 Kathleen Rd. | Take a ride and enjoy a free lunch. 🏍️
Edu
Florida Polytechnic Open House | 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Florida Polytechnic University, 4700 Research Way | For 9-12th grade students. 🔬
TryThis
Jeep Night | 6-9 p.m. | Miller’s Ale House, 5650 S. Florida Ave. | Jeeps, food, and entertainment. 🚘
Monday, October 28-Thursday, October 31
Monday | October 28
Family
Truck or Treat | 5-8 p.m. | Lakeland Fire Department, 701 E. Main St. | Come in costume to trick or treat and participate in a costume contest, prizes, and a dance along. 🚒
Workshop
Charcuterie Workshop | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Scout & Tag, 1214 S. Florida Ave. | $70 | Learn how to create your own charcuterie tray. 🧀
Learn
Making Money With Real Estate Referrals | 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. | Sihle Insurance Group, 123 S. Tennessee Ave., Suite 1 | Free, RSVP | Earn 3CE hours per class towards maintaining a Florida Real Estate license.
Show
Überyou, Hell & Back, with ButchQueen & the Bad Habits | 4-10 p.m. | Swan Brewing, 115 W. Pine St. 🎶
Tuesday | October 29
Show
Spooky Symphony | 7-8:30 p.m. | Youkey Theater, 701 W. Lime St. | $26+ | Music tells a scary story at this Spooky Symphony. 🎶
Holiday
Mansions of Madness | 6-10 p.m. | Johnny B’s Cards Comics & Sports, 5173 Hwy. 98 N. | Test your skills playing Mansions of Madness - 2nd Edition. 🃏
Learn
Lakeland History Series | 7-8:30 p.m. | Lakeland Public Library, 100 Lake Morton Dr. | Free | Learn from local historians about Swan City.
Drink
Tattoo Tuesday-Ink, Drink and SiN Night Music and Karaoke | 8 p.m.-2 a.m. | La La LAND Wine, Beer, Liquors & Lounge, 3239 S. Florida Ave. | Sing along and drink with happy hour pricing. 🎶
Show
Live Music with David Smith | 7-10 p.m. | Hops n Vine, 3120 S. Florida Ave. 🎸
Wednesday | October 30
Learn
Healthcare Panel | 10-11 a.m. | Opis Highlands Lake Center, 4240 Lakeland Highlands Rd. | Free, RSVP
Holiday
Spooky Halloween Stroller Strides | 9-11 a.m. | Christina Park Playground, 625 W. CR 540-A | $15 | Come in costume for a workout. 👶🏻
Moonlight Mischief with Maleficent | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Enchanted Fairytale Hollow, 214 Trader’s Alley | $15 | This trick or treat trail features new neighbors at Enchanted Fairytale Hollow, a Halloween craft, and a meet + greet with Maleficent herself. 🍬
Lakeside Village Halloween Bash | 6-8 p.m. | Lakeside Village, 1479 Town Center Dr. | Free | Come for a spooktacular family-friendly night of activities such as games, a photo booth, costume contest, and more. 🎃
Network
1 Million Cups | 9-10 a.m. | Free | Catapult, 331 S. Florida Ave. | Coffee, conversations, and networking with local entrepreneurs. ☕
Drink
Wine’d Down Wednesday | 5-7 p.m. | Patio850, 850 S. Tennessee Ave. | $22 | Celebrate being halfway through the week. 🍷
Show
Power Surge Live | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Leo’s Live Music & Billiards, 5263 S. Florida Ave. | Hear Power Surge play live. 🎶
Open Mic with Dan Signor | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave. | Bring your best musical abilities. 🎤
Thursday | October 31
MustDo
Simpson Park Spookfest | Simpson Park Community Center, 1725 Martin Luther King Jr., Ave. | Free | Candy, bounce houses, crafts, and games. 👻
Drink
Fright Night | 7 p.m. | Federal Bar, 124 S. Tennessee Ave. | Come in costume to play beer pong, enjoy drink specials, and dance. 🍻
Outdoors
8th Annual Fall Festival | 6-9 p.m. | Downtown Lakeland, 100 N., Kentucky Ave. | A family-friendly Halloween alternative with games, candy, and music. 🎶
Family
8th Annual Just Cares Banquet | 6-9 p.m. | Just Dance Academy of Dance and Etiquette, 124 S. Kentucky Ave. | Stop by this family-friendly alternative to Halloween event. 🎃
Theatre
Copenhagen | 10 p.m.-12 a.m. | Florida Southern College Lucius Pond Ordway Building, 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr. | $18 | A fascinating historical drama based in Denmark. 🎭
ForKids
Sensory Inclusive Boo Bash | 2-5 p.m. | Explorations V Children’s Museum, 109 N. Kentucky Ave. | Perfect for kids who prefer a calmer experience. 👻
Holiday
Halloween Cemetery | 6-9 p.m. | Camphor Height Cemetery, 1613 Camphor Dr. | Check out this front yard transformed into a spooky cemetery. ⚰️
