Polk Top 10 - Haven June 2026

PEOPLE & PLACES OF POLK COUNTY

June 5, 5 – 8 p.m. at Destroyer Media, 326 Ave C SW, Winter Haven at Bowen Yard. Let’s get together at our office during First Friday! At this art exhibition, you can meet the photographers and view the photos chosen for the June issues of Haven & LKLD Magazines. Support local artists and drop by to visit. Some photos available for purchase.

POLK PRIDE WEEK

June 13 – 20 at various locations. It begins with the Pride Kick Off Party, and then Pride for Youth, Pride in Faith, Friday Night Pride, Pride in the Park, and finally the Pride After Dark Party. For a full schedule of events please visit polkpridefl.org.

MEAN GIRLS, JR.

June 4 – 6 at the Bartow Civic Center. Cady Heron is the new girl at North Shore High School in Chicago. Janis and Damian befriend the new girl and convince naive Cady to be their “friend” in order to bring down Queen Bee Regina George. This musical is based on the 2004 film. centralfloridatix.com

SUMMER SUNRISE WATERMELON 5K

June 13, 7 a.m. at Lake Hollingsworth Park in Lakeland. Proceeds go towards scholarships for Polk County graduates administered through the Polk Education Foundation. Certified course, chip timed. This is one of three races, cumulative results from the three races are used to determine official results. lakelandrunnersclub.org

HURRICANE SEASON BEGINS

June 1! It’s recommended that you have a seven-day supply of food and water at the ready for everyone in your household. Do it now before a storm comes so you’re not waiting in line to buy the last bottles of water. Learn more about emergency preparedness (alerts), including how to plan and prepare for a disaster at polkfl.gov/public-safety/hurricanepreparedness.

SHAWN MULLINS

June 12, 7 p.m. at Gram Parsons Derry Down with special guest, Cat Ridgeway. Shawn Mullins’ critical and commercial breakthrough came when 1998 “Soul’s Core” shot him to fame on the strength of Grammy-nominated No. 1 hit, “Lullaby.” His song, “Shimmer” was used to promote the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney and was included on the Dawson’s Creek soundtrack. gpderrydown.com

AN AFTERNOON WITH JIM STAFFORD

June 6, 2 p.m. at The Ritz Theatre. Known for his masterful guitar work and quick-witted charm, Jim brings audiences behind the scenes of his career, sharing personal anecdotes from his rise to fame, his time in television, and his decades performing for fans across the country. Purchase tickets at theatrewinterhaven.com.

PITBULLS & PEARLS

June 13, 6 p.m. at Adams Estate in Lake Alfred. Help raise needed funds for the Polk County Bully Project. Masquerade masks are highly encouraged! Dance (or fake-gamble) the night away. Includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, live music, silent auctions, and a few casino tables to try your luck on. Cash bar. More info: FB @ polkcountybullyproject.

THE GREAT AMERICAN BEER & WINE TASTING

June 11, 5:30 p.m. in Downtown Winter Haven. Hosted by Main Street Winter Haven. In the spirit of America from 1776-2026, the annual Beer & Bubbles event will honor our nation’s 250th birthday. Visit participating businesses for an American beer or wine paired with a classic American bite. Ticket required. centralfloridatix.com

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION

June 20, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Winter Haven Recreational & Cultural Center. The City of Winter Haven invites you to the communitywide event honoring the historical significance of Juneteenth while celebrating culture, heritage, and achievements. Attendees will enjoy: live music and performances, local food and retail vendors, familyfriendly activities, and educational exhibits. mywinterhaven.com