Polk Top 10 - Haven July 2025

MAIN STREET MONSTERS

Throughout the month of July, hosted by Main Street Winter Haven. The not-so-scary monsters will be taking over the streets of Downtown Winter Haven, and they want you to find them! Kids will love trying to find all of the “monsters” and taking a pic with them. Play along for prizes & fun! FB @MainStreetWinterHaven

POLK COUNTY BURGER WEEK

July 18 – 27. A county-wide celebration of all things burger! Find unique burgers and special pricing at dozens of restaurants all over Polk County. Check out polkcountyburgerweek.com for participating locations. RED, WHITE & BOOM! LEGOLAND Florida Resort on July 4 from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Get in the patriotic spirit with special activities, a DJ Dance Party, and an unforgettable fireworks display with LEGO® bricks illuminating the sky through special 3D viewing glasses. legoland.com/florida

SUMMER SPLASH BASH

July 18, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Larry Parrish Baseball Complex in Haines City. Join the City of Haines City staff for water slides, a foam party, and other activities! Free & everyone is welcome. Visit facebook.com/ hainescity or contact the Parks & Recreation office at 863-421-3700.

ROCKIN’ FREEDOM FEST

July 3, 6 p.m. at MLK Park. Enjoy live music by the Bay Kings Band, a ski show by the Cypress Gardens Ski Team, food trucks, and a rockin’ fireworks show at sundown! Bring your chairs or blankets, this free event is open to the entire community. FB @winterhavenflorida

THE MOTOWNERS

July 15, 5 p.m. or 8 p.m. at The Ritz in downtown Winter Haven. This is the ultimate tribute show to Motown music. Listen and watch as your favorite songs are performed live. This show is a journey that pays loving tribute to the fantastic history of Motown Music with the look, moves, and amazing vocal harmonies. theatrewinterhaven.com

SUMMER SUNRISE WATERMELON

5K July 12, 7 a.m. at Lake Hollingsworth. Race two of three summer races by the Lakeland Runners Club. This series was born out of a desire to have low-cost local races during the hot summer months when it can be hard to stay motivated. lakelandrunnersclub.org

TIKI TAKEOVER!

July 19, 5:30 – 9 p.m. at Bowen Yard. Hula dancers, fire dancers, tiki cocktails by Maritime, and luau-inspired food for purchase. A ticket includes a souvenir cup and two tiki cocktails. Drinks available for purchase on-site without a ticket at $12/each. centralfloridatix.com

JAWS VIEWING PARTY

July 17, 6 p.m. at Grove Roots Brewing. Visit the Packing House for a themed watch party that includes Jaws trivia, exclusive merch, and a special intro by Jeremy Gardner. Narragansett will be served! More info on FB @groverootsbrewing.

FRUIT FEST

July 12, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Bok Tower Gardens. Discover the world of tropical fruit! Start your morning with plant lectures by leading horticulture experts. The fun continues as you sip, sample, and delight in an assortment of fruits and gourmet dishes from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. boktowergardens.org