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What's On in Central Florida
Concerts, sports, theatre, festivals, food and free events across Central Florida, updated continuously. Search, filter by date or category, and explore on the map.
This week · Tue, Oct 13 – Sun, Oct 18
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Top 8 Things to Do in Central Florida This Week
8 standout Central Florida events from the Evvnt calendar this week, from live music and comedy to sports and family days out. All times Eastern.
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2026 TBCAL XC Championships
2402 Holloway Park Dr
Sports at 2402 Holloway Park Dr, Central Florida, FL.
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Publix Dairy Processing Plant 10/15
Publix Dairy Processing Plant
Event at Publix Dairy Processing Plant, Central Florida, FL.
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Comedian Mickey Bell
FPC of Lakeland on Lake Hollingsworth Celebrate Recovery
Arts & entertainment at FPC of Lakeland on Lake Hollingsworth Celebrate Recovery, Central Florida, FL.
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The Great Pumpkin Pie 5k
2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd
Sports at 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Central Florida, FL.
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Jason Bieler And The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra
Union Hall
Live music at Union Hall, Central Florida, FL.
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Issac Mansfield: The Sazon Experience
1329 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801
Live music at 1329 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, Central Florida, FL.
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Micah Madore
Hotshots Downtown Sports Bar & Grill
Live music at Hotshots Downtown Sports Bar & Grill, Central Florida, FL.
Dates, times and availability can change; please confirm with the organizer before you go.Updated Oct 13, 2026
Where to go
Central Florida Neighborhoods & Venues
Every corner of Lakeland and Polk County has its own scene. Here's where the region comes alive after dark and on weekends.
Downtown Lakeland
Munn Park, the Polk Theatre, restaurants, bars and the First Friday street events.
Lake Mirror
The historic promenade and Hollis Garden on the edge of downtown, a backdrop for festivals and concerts.
Lake Morton
Lakeland's famous swans, lakeside walks and the Lakeland Public Library.
Dixieland
South Florida Avenue's antique shops, cafes and local restaurants.
Bonnet Springs Park
A 168-acre park with a nature center, gardens, playgrounds and event lawns.
Downtown Winter Haven
Central Park, local restaurants and shops, a short drive from LEGOLAND Florida.
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- Bonnet Springs ParkLakeland · Festivals, concerts and nature programsClaim Your Business
- Hollis GardenLake Mirror · Garden events and weddingsClaim Your Business
- Joker Marchant StadiumLakeland · Detroit Tigers spring training and Flying Tigers baseballClaim Your Business
- Polk Museum of ArtLakeland · Exhibitions and art eventsClaim Your Business
- Florida Southern CollegeLakeland · Frank Lloyd Wright campus, performances and toursClaim Your Business
- Explorations V Children's MuseumDowntown Lakeland · Hands-on family funClaim Your Business
- LEGOLAND Florida ResortWinter Haven · Theme park and seasonal eventsClaim Your Business
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Live Music & Nightlife
Concerts, club nights and late shows across the city.
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Festivals & Fairs
Street festivals, cultural celebrations, fairs and markets.
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Comedy
Stand-up tours, one-person shows and comedy nights.
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Performing Arts
Theatre, orchestras, dance and touring stage shows.
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Fitness & Classes
Fun runs, races, sports and active things to do.
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Food & Beverage
Tastings, food festivals and dining experiences.
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Fundraisers
Charity walks, galas and events for local causes.
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Guides & Tours
Guided tours and new ways to explore Central Florida.
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Training & Workshops
Hands-on workshops, courses and skills sessions.
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Conference & Expos
Trade shows, expos and consumer shows.
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Central Florida events by season
The biggest celebrations of the year, from Halloween haunts to July 4th fireworks.
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Halloween
OctoberHaunted houses, costume parties, trick-or-treat trails and pumpkin patches.
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Thanksgiving
NovemberTurkey trots, harvest feasts, parades and family-friendly outings.
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Christmas & Holidays
DecemberLight shows, holiday markets, Nutcracker nights and Santa events.
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New Year
Dec 31 – Jan 1New Year’s Eve parties, countdowns, brunches and fresh-start runs.
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Valentine’s Day
FebruaryDate nights, dinner specials, galentine’s parties and live shows.
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St. Patrick’s Day
MarchPub crawls, parades, Irish music and wearing-of-the-green parties.
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Easter & Spring
March – AprilEgg hunts, spring festivals, brunches and garden events.
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Memorial Day & Summer Kickoff
MayLong-weekend cookouts, pool openings and outdoor concerts.
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Independence Day
JulyFireworks, riverfront celebrations, BBQs and July 4th parties.
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Oktoberfest & Harvest
September – OctoberBeer festivals, harvest fairs, fall festivals and tailgates.
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Central Florida Events FAQ
What's on in Central Florida this weekend?
The WOW Central Florida events calendar on this page lists concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, festivals, family activities and more across Lakeland, Winter Haven and Polk County. Use the category filters and the map to narrow events by date, type and neighborhood, and check our Top 10 Things to Do in Central Florida This Week for ideas.
What are some free things to do in Central Florida?
Plenty of Central Florida favorites cost nothing. You can walk the Lake Mirror promenade and Lake Morton in Lakeland, explore Bonnet Springs Park, and see the Frank Lloyd Wright buildings on the Florida Southern College campus from the outside. Choose Community in the calendar to see local listings.
Where can I see live music in Central Florida?
The RP Funding Center in downtown Lakeland hosts arena concerts and touring shows, the historic Polk Theatre stages films and live performances, and Bonnet Springs Park and Lake Mirror host outdoor concerts and festivals. Choose Live Music in the calendar to see upcoming shows.
How do I list my event in Central Florida?
Submit your event for free through Evvnt using the List Your Event Free button on this page. Events submitted through Evvnt can be syndicated across Evvnt's network of 2,594 local news and media event calendars across the USA. Organizers can also add paid promotion, boosts and ticketing.
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