Monday, July 22, 2013

Soaking Up the Local Culture

Take a look at the July 22 – July 30 events throughout the county, and feel free to share this list with other residents or visitors of the Central Florida area. If you would like your event added, go to http://www.visitcentralflorida.org/partners/submit-event, fill out the form, and click "Submit an Event."

 

Tourist Development Council

Polk County Tourist Development Council’s primary objective is to increase overnight stays in Polk County accommodations and enhance the county’s economic climate. The TDC and subcommittees hold public meetings year-round. The full meeting schedule is listed on VisitCentralFlorida.org/TDC  and CentralFloridaSports.com.

 

Blog Posts

FOR SUMMER FUN, JUST ADD WATER
Posted July 22, 2013
Blessed with 554 lakes, Central Florida’s Polk County has been recognized as both the Water Ski Capital and the Largemouth Bass Capital of the World. These fresh water lakes have been a star attraction dating back to World War II, when Cypress Gardens (now the site of LEGOLAND® Florida) improvised its first water ski show [...]

IMMERSE YOURSELF INTO AN INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE AT LEGOLAND® FLORIDA
Posted July 17, 2013
Plan your trip to Central Florida, and immerse yourself into an entire day of family fun at Central Florida’s newest theme park, LEGOLAND® Florida, in Winter Haven, Florida. RIDES, SHOWS & ATTRACTIONS With more than 50 rides, shows and attractions, there will never be a dull moment at LEGOLAND® Florida! Begin your visit on the [...]

This Week in Central Florida

Find a complete listing of July and August events taking place in Polk County at VisitCentralFlorida.org.
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Historic Lake Mirror Tours
Date:
Tuesday, July 23
Venue: Lakeland
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 Learn about Lakeland’s history on a Historic Lake Mirror Tour which takes place on the fourth Tuesday of each month and is limited to 25 people.
- The next tour is scheduled for July 23, so call the Lake Mirror Rental Office at 863-834-2280 to reserve your spot.

Haines City Farmers Market
Date: Wednesday, July 24
Venue: Haines City
- You can’t beat the fresh taste of produce that the growers and produce resellers have to offer at the Haines City Farmers Market.
- Open year-round, the Haines City Farmers Market is free and will always provide you with the freshest produce in Central Florida.

Winter Haven Farmers Market
Date:
Thursday, July 25
Venue: Winter Haven
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Join various vendors in Downtown Winter Haven for a traditional farmers market with a multitude of produce, plants, jams and jellies, nuts, honey, and syrup.

Lakeland Flying Tigers vs. St. Lucie Mets
Date:
Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28
Venue: Joker Marchant Stadium, Lakeland
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Home games for the Lakeland Flying Tigers, Lakeland’s minor league baseball team, are held at Joker Marchant Stadium.
- Find ticket information and daily promotions on our website at VisitCentralFlorida.org.

Elton John & Tim Rice’s AIDA
Date:
Friday, July 26 – Sunday, July 28
Venue: Lakeland Community Theatre
- Lakeland Community Theatre presents this contemporary musical take on a grand classic tale of the timeless bond between an enslaved Nubian princess and an Egyptian soldier. 

Jesus Christ Superstar
Date:
Friday, July 26 – Sunday, July 28
Venue: Theatre Winter Haven
- JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is a rock opera that tells the explosive story of the final seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth at Theatre Winter Haven.

Bartow Farmers Market
Date:
Saturday, July 27
Venue: Bartow
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The Bartow Farmers Market is home to a variety of vendors with different fresh produce, plants, preserves, pickles, and artisans every weekend.

Downtown Lakeland Farmers Curb Market
Date: Saturday, July 27
Venue: Lakeland
- Visit the Farmers Curb Market in Downtown Lakeland where you’ll find anything from freshly picked produce to beautiful plants all in one spot.

I Loathe a Parade Murder Mystery Dinner
Date: Saturday, July 27
Venue: Ramon Theater, Frostproof
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Come out for the evening on Saturday, July 27, and be part of a live murder mystery while dining at the Ramon Theater.

Lake Wales Farmers Market
Date:
Saturday, July 27
Venue: Lake Wales
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The Lake Wales Farmers Market offers produce, handcrafted food, and other decorative items every other Saturday.

Lakeland Flying Tigers vs. Charlotte Stone Crabs
Date:
Monday, July 29 – Thursday, August 1
Venue: Joker Marchant Stadium, Lakeland
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Home games for the Lakeland Flying Tigers, Lakeland’s minor league baseball team, are held at Joker Marchant Stadium.
- Find ticket information and daily promotions on our website at VisitCentralFlorida.org.


Recurring Events:

Saturday Night RodeoEvery Saturday night (Westgate River Ranch Resort, River Ranch)

World of Chima Opening– LEGOLAND® Florida, Winter Haven

Lakeland Public Library’s Dig Into Reading – Fridays through July 26 (Lake Mirror Center, Lakeland)

James McCarthy Exhibit – Through July 31 (The Loft Art Gallery, Lakeland)

Lakeland Public Library’s Dig Into Reading – Thursdays through August 1 (Simpson Park Community Center, Lakeland)

Florida Agriculture: Then & Now – Through August 10 (Polk County History Center, Bartow)

Discovery Days Great Escapes – Wednesdays through August 14 (Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales)

Summer Film Series - Mondays and Wednesdays through August 14 (Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales)

Explorations V Children’s Museum programming: Magical Monday, Terrific Tuesday, Wacky Wednesday, Thrilling Thursday and Fun Friday – weekly Monday through Friday (Explorations V, Lakeland)

 

 

 

Rebecca Thompson

Internet & E-Marketing Coordinator, Visit Central Florida 

2701 Lake Myrtle Park Road | Auburndale, Florida 33823

Direct: 863-551-4736 | Fax: 863-551-4740 | Rebecca@VisitCentralFlorida.org

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