Visit Central Florida

08/22/2024

Plan ahead! ✈️ Avelo Airlines has extended their East Coast schedule through April 29th, 2025!

Check out all of the Avelo Airlines' routes at Lakeland International Airport ➡️ https://visitcentralflorida.org/featured/lakeland-international-airport/

✈️ Our East Coast schedule is now extended through April 29th, 2025. Book your winter and spring break flights now at AveloAir.com! 🗓️🛫 P.S. Our West Coast schedule will be extended in September!

08/19/2024

The Detroit Tigers Spring Training 2025 schedule is out NOW! 🐯⚾️ What game will you catch in Lakeland? ⬇️

📍: Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, FL

Detroit Tigers Spring Training schedule is now available! Games are scheduled February 25 through March 26th in Lakeland, Florida

08/13/2024

LEGOLAND Florida's Brick-or-Treat presents Monster Party is 1 MONTH away! Event runs September 13, 14, 21, 28 and weekends in October 🎃👻🕸️

📍: LEGOLAND Florida in Winter Haven, FL
📸: IG

08/09/2024

It's National Book Lovers Day! 📖 Dive into a novel with a coffee at Pressed LKLD, or enjoy a cocktail at Revival while getting lost in a page-turner ☕🍹

📍: Lakeland, FL
📸: Pressed | IG

08/08/2024

From Swan City to Swansea City Football Club, we're excited to continue our partnership as their official destination partner and arm sleeve sponsor for the 24-25 season! ⚽️🦢☀️

🤝 We are delighted to announce that Visit Central Florida will continue as the club’s destination partner for the 2024-25 season.

👉 https://swanseacity.club/4dcMJxn

08/07/2024

Looking for the perfect weekend itinerary? See how Kelly Towart & her family spent their weekend in Central Florida!☀️

Their family flew Avelo Airlines directly from New Haven, CT to Lakeland International Airport! ✈️

📍: Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida, LEGOLAND Florida, Born & Bread Bakehouse, Florida Children's Museum

📸: Kelly Towart

08/05/2024

Say goodbye to summer with a smile at Camp Margaritaville Auburndale 😎🌅 Book your getaway now and enjoy the ultimate summer send-off! 🌴

📸: Camp Margaritaville Auburndale

07/31/2024

Calling all Polk County residents! 📣⚾ Join Lakeland Flying Tigers Baseball on August 4th against the Tampa Tarpons for Polk County Day!

All Polk County residents with valid ID or proof of residency can receive up to 4 FREE tickets at the BayCare Box Office. 🐯

📍: Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, FL

07/29/2024

We ‘herd’ you’re hungry for adventure! 🐪🦬🦌 Come feed the animals and have a wildly good time at Safari Wilderness!

📍: Safari Wilderness in Lakeland, FL
📷: Kelly Towart

07/24/2024

Lakeland, get set to take flight to 7 NEW DESTINATIONS! We are thrilled to unveil Avelo Airlines’ new routes out of Lakeland International Airport:

✈️ Atlanta (ATL)
✈️ Boston / Manchester, N.H. (MHT)
✈️ Charlotte / Concord, N.C. (USA)
✈️ Hartford, Conn. (BDL)
✈️ Philadelphia/ Wilmington, Del. (ILG)
✈️ Rochester, N.Y. (ROC)
✈️ San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU)

07/21/2024

Discover the sweet side of Central Florida this National Ice Cream Day! 🍦🌴

Whether you're team cone or cup, our blog's got the scoop on where to find the best local flavors in Polk County 🍨 https://visitcentralflorida.org/blog/ice-cream-shops-in-polk-county/

07/19/2024

It's Polk County Burger Week! 🍔🎉 Today through July 28th, over 50 local restaurants are serving up special deals and incredible burger creations you won't want to miss!

Make tonight burger night -- see participating restaurants here: https://visitcentralflorida.org/events/polk-county-burger-week/

📍: Polk County, Florida
📸: Lucille's American Cafe - Winter Haven | Food+Beer | Good Thyme LKLD | Harborside

07/15/2024

Start your week right with freshly baked delights from Born & Bread Bakehouse! 🥐☕

📍: Lakeland, Florida
📸: Born & Bread Bakehouse

07/13/2024

Step into the chilling world of The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy at The Polk Theatre, where four of his stories come alive on stage, each paired with a classic cocktail! 🍸🐦‍⬛✨

📍: The Polk Theatre in Lakeland, FL
🗓️: Jul 18-20

Enjoy an Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy experience in Lakeland while pairing four of his stories with four classic cocktails.

07/11/2024

WONDERing how you're going to spend the weekend? Take a historic tour through the Wonder House in Bartow, FL ✨ This home was featured on Netflix's Amazing Interiors!

📍: Wonder House in Bartow, FL
📷: IG

07/09/2024

Pack your bags and cozy up at the Resort at Canopy Oaks! 🏕️

📍: Lake Wales, Florida
📸: IG

07/07/2024

Did you know? 🤔

Florida Southern College is home to the world’s largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture! 🏛

Tours are available 7 days a week! 🎟️ https://visitcentralflorida.org/featured/frank-lloyd-wright-architecture-at-florida-southern-college/

📍: Florida Southern College in Lakeland, FL
📸: IG | IG

07/05/2024

Polk County Burger Week is 2 weeks away! 🍔 From July 19-28, over 50 restaurants in the area will be offering mouth-watering deals and innovative burger creations 😋🍴

Learn more about Burger Week and view the list of participating restaurants ⤵️ https://visitcentralflorida.org/events/polk-county-burger-week/

📍: Polk County, Florida
📸: Destroyer Media and Marketing

07/03/2024

Still searching for 4th of July fun? Head to LEGOLAND Florida for a day of water and theme park thrills, and end the evening with their dazzling Red, White and Boom fireworks show! 🎇🎢

📍: LEGOLAND Florida in Winter Haven, FL
📸: IG .nicole | IG

07/01/2024

This past weekend a new Miss Florida & Miss Florida's Teen were crowned at the 2024 Miss Florida Scholarship Competition 👑 Congratulations to Casana Fink & Ireland Harkins!

📍: RP Funding Center in Lakeland, FL
📸: IG

06/25/2024

Get ready for plenty of family-friendly, 4th of July fireworks fun in Polk County! Join us in celebrating America’s birthday in Central Florida! 🎆🤩🇺🇸

List of family-friendly, Independence Day fun in Polk County this July 2nd-4th, including BBQ festivals, concerts, and lots of fireworks.

06/21/2024

Celebrate the start of summer with a trip to Camp Margaritaville Auburndale! ☀️🌴

Did you know it was recently awarded #1 Best Luxury RV Resort by USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice 2024 😎

📍: Camp Margaritaville Auburndale
📸: IG

06/19/2024

Ready to explore Central Florida's craft beer scene? 🍻 Follow our guide of must-visit local breweries and savor the flavors of the Sunshine State when you visit Central Florida ⬇️☀️

https://visitcentralflorida.org/blog/local-breweries-in-central-florida/

Breweries pictured in order:
📍: Grove Roots Brewing Co.
📍: Swan Brewing
📍: Dissent Craft Brewing Company
📍: Union Taproom
📍: Brew Hub
📍: Front Page Brewing Co.

06/15/2024

Reel in the excitement! 🎣 Maritime - Winter Haven is open!

This weekend only, dive into a delicious meal at the new restaurant during these select hours! 🌊
🐟 SATURDAY JUNE 15
Dinner: 5 - 10 pm
🐟 SUNDAY JUNE 16 (Perfect place to take dad for Father's Day!)
Brunch: 11 am - 2:30 pm

📍: Located in Bowen Yard at 302 4th St. SW, Winter Haven
📸: Main Street Winter Haven

06/11/2024

Unleash your inner adventurer at Bonnet Springs Park this summer 🌳 From climbable creatures to a rooftop bar, canopy walk, and boundless experiences, there's something for everyone!

📍: Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland, Florida
📸: Bonnet Springs Park | IG

06/05/2024

It's the perfect time to plan a weekend trip to Central Florida, because this Saturday, Bok Tower Gardens presents a summer Fairy Festival like no other! Be sure to come dressed in your fairy best 🧚🏼‍♀️✨

For more details on this enchanting event 🌸➡️ https://visitcentralflorida.org/events/fairy-festival

📍: Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, FL
📸: LUNA MAR | IG

05/31/2024

School's out, and summer's in full swing! ☀️ Pack your bags and get ready for unforgettable family adventures in Central Florida!

Check out our website to start planning your dream getaway today! ✈️🌴https://visitcentralflorida.org/

📍: Camp Margaritaville Auburndale | LEGOLAND Florida | Florida Children's Museum

📸: Camp Margaritaville Auburndale | Mom Life and Monique | Anna Brooks Williams

05/27/2024

Looking for something to do with the family this Memorial Day? Ridge Island Groves is open from 9AM-5PM, and it's last call for their u-pick peaches! ☀️🍑

📍: Ridge Island Groves in Haines City, FL

05/17/2024

It's National Pizza Party Day! Stop by Union Taproom for pizza and self-pour beer and wine 🍕🍻🍷

📍: Union Taproom in Winter Haven, FL
📷: Union Taproom