Tourism and Hospitality

Dining in Lakeland is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
Welcome to the Emerald Isle.
From possible new interstate lanes to local road repavings, check out this quick breakdown of recent traffic news in Lakeland, FL.
Would you rather see a fully-enclosed dog park, pod swings, or giant chess in our town square? The city is still taking input — keep reading for renderings.
A holiday guide to must-see attractions, restaurants, and activities for out-of-town guests in Lakeland, Florida.
And no, it’s not for our glistening snowfall.
Planning a getaway? Check out Key West, Florida, an island paradise full of creativity, history, and sunshine.
Whether you’re looking to entertain the kids while dinner’s cooking or hoping to make a last-minute run to the store, here are a few places open and operational on Turkey Day.
Diapers are probably not such a distant memory for this young philanthropist.
Celebrate National Camping Day with a stay at one of these camping sites off the beaten path.
We’re no strangers to wind and rain.
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Does your neighborhood go all out with decorations? Do you set up a drive-thru lights experience? Add it to our map of holiday decoration destinations.
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When it comes to national charts, Swan City often gets skipped. Tell us which artists, podcasts, and genres you listened to all year long so we can wrap them up ourselves.
Buckle up — it’s time for a driving lesson before you try this new traffic pattern on Drane Field Road.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Check out what you can expect for the 44th annual parade, taking place Thursday, Dec. 4.
See who will take the stage in Plant City when the festival returns in February 2026.
The 16th annual edition of Small Business Saturday falls on Nov. 29 — the perfect time to help you add a local sparkle into your holiday shopping.
We’re digging through the Lakeland Public Library photo archives to relive autumn memories from years gone by.
The Comedy Cathedral is set to open by spring 2026 with entertainment, classes, and community events designed to keep Lakeland laughing.
You won’t find an official Turkey Trot in Lakeland, but there are plenty of fun runs and nearby races to break a seasonal sweat.