Tourism and Hospitality

Dining in Lakeland is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
Branch out to learn about Lakeland’s flowering and fruit trees with a GPS-enabled tour of the 56,000 trees in the city’s Urban Forest.
Don’t just pick a spot with pancakes and eggs — pick the spot that’s perfect for your gathering with this guide that includes menu recommendations, brunch categories, and beyond.
This is where you’ll find our readers grabbing a bite and catching a game.
Our guide to the 2025 Florida State Fair wouldn’t be complete without your suggestions.
Hit the road and head to Mount Dora — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
Hit the road and head to St. Augustine — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
We dug through Florida’s archived photos and postcards to see how much Lakeland has changed since it was first founded in 1885 — you might be surprised.
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We’ve all wondered about the names behind some of our local parks and places of interest. Pull back the curtain on the history behind their monikers.
Here’s everything you need to know about Art Crawl, Lakeland’s free outdoor art festival for the whole family.
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Tell us which Lakeland lavatory you love the most.
Put your money where your community is and help us create a guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local spots and sharing this page with a friend.
Are you taking a vacation this spring break or planning to make the most of the week at home? Whatever you’re up to, we have you covered with spring break ideas in and around Lakeland.
Check out this list of local spots to host your next party, reunion, or reception.
Prepare for spring weather in Lakeland, FL with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
The new restaurant at LAL is nearly ready to open its doors, and we got a sneak peek of what Lakelanders (and visitors) can expect.
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It’s the sweetest time of year — the Florida Strawberry Festival is back. Save our guide so you don’t get in a (strawberry) jam.
Be a tourist in your own hometown with three passes that give you prizes in return for check-ins.
Burgers, beignets, and beverages — find out what’s on the menu at this new restaurant from the owners of LoveBird.