Polk Top 10 - LKLD July 2025

SUMMER STORYTIME

July 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 at the Florida Air Museum. Listen as they bring stories to life and create amazing, interactive learning experiences for your Junior ACE’s – exploring the universe, one adventure at a time! StoryTime is free and access to the Aviation Playground is included. aceedu.org

RED, WHITE & BOOM!

At 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

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

RED, WHITE & KABOOM

The Red, White & Kaboom Independence Celebration will take place at Lake Mirror along the Frances Langford Promenade on Thursday, July 3, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live music will entertain the crowd before a spectacular fireworks display begins at 9 p.m. downtownlkld.com

POLK COUNTY BURGER WEEK

July 18 – 27. A county-wide celebration of all things burger, where you can find unique burgers and special pricing at dozens of restaurants all over Polk County! Check out polkcountyburgerweek. com for participating locations.

CATCH ME IF YOU CAN

July 11 – 27 at the Lakeland Community Theatre. Based on the hit film and true story, “Catch Me If You Can” is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

July 26, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Lake Mirror Auditorium. A fun, free indoor event the whole family can enjoy! The Christmas in July Celebration features free photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, face painting, arts & crafts, and more. Food, drinks, and local vendors will be on site. Hosted by Tri-County Human Services. FB @TriCountyHumanServicesInc

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

LITTLE MERMAID JR.

July 26 – Aug. 3 at the Gem Theatre. Presented by The Missing Piece Theatre. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home and her fins behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, and make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula. 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.