Polk Top 10 - Haven December 2025

LIVE & LOUD

Dec. 5, 6 p.m. at the Ritz. Polk County’s monthly pulse of raw talent and underground energy. More than just a showcase, it’s a safe, inclusive space where rising artists and creatives from the local scene own the stage. Discover new bands every First Friday. Find more info at centralfloridatix.com.

WINTER FAIRY FEST

Dec. 13 & 14, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Bok Tower Gardens. Family-friendly fun all day! Aerial fairy dancing, ballet performances, fairy & Nutcracker meet & greets, towering stiltwalkers, music, and more! Find more details and see the full schedule at boktowergardens.org.

PLAID TIDINGS

Dec. 4 – 21 on the Second Stage at Theatre Winter Haven. At first, Francis, Jinx, Smudge, and Sparky aren’t sure why they’ve returned to Earth for another posthumous performance, but a phone call from the heavenly Rosemary Clooney lets them know that they’re needed to put a little harmony into a discordant world. theatrewinterhaven.com

DECK THE YARD

Dec. 13, 2 p.m. - close at Bowen Yard. Family-friendly fun! Celebrate the holidays with music, so many lights, activities for the kids, seasonal food and drinks from each of the restaurants, and a visit from Santa from 4 - 6 p.m. More info on FB @bowenyardwh

TREE LIGHTING

Dec. 4, 6 – 9 p.m. at Central Park in Winter Haven. Entertainment begins at 6 p.m., tree lighting at 7 p.m. Enjoy festive live performances with family and friends. The first 100 children will receive free cookies and hot chocolate, a sweet start to the holidays! Hosted by the City of Winter Haven and Main Street Winter Haven. mywinterhaven.com

WINTER HAVEN WONDERLAND

Dec. 12, 6 – 9 p.m. at Central Park. Enjoy free pictures with Santa (6:30–8:30 p.m.), a special showing of “The Polar Express” under the stars, and a variety of kids’ activities including ornament decorating, letters to Santa, and inflatable fun zones. mywinterhaven.com

HOLIDAYS ON CENTRAL

Dec. 6, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m at Central Park in Winter Haven. This event includes a FREE 90-minute show by Dwight Icenhower as Elvis, over 100 vendors to shop, giveaways, food trucks, entertainment, interactive activities, and photos with Santa Claus! More info - FB @HavenLKLD

SANTACON

Dec. 20, 6 p.m. at select bars in Downtown Winter Haven. Unlock exclusive food and drink specials at more than a dozen locations as you sip, stroll, and be jolly all around town. Dress in your festive best and join the fun. centralfloridatix.com

HOLIDAYS AT LEGOLAND

Select days in December from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Families will enjoy new seasonal shows, festive activities, huge bricktastic décor, seasonal food and drink, dance parties, snow, and a special kid-friendly NYE celebration on December 31. legoland.com/florida

GROWN UP GAME NIGHT

Dec. 27, 8 p.m. at the Ritz Theatre. ADULTS ONLY (21+) Get ready for a night of playful fun and a little friendly competition. The drinks flow, the laughter’s loud, and the games get just a little bit spicy. Whether you come as a couple, a single, a group, or with friends, everyone’s welcome! theatrewinterhaven.org