Polk Top 10 - LKLD June 2025

BANDIT MARKET SUMMER PARTY

June 7, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Nora Mayo Hall. Bandit Market an alternative shopping event. Thousands of attendees can shop from over 70 local artists, makers, and vintage curators while enjoying delicious snacks, sweet treats, and the famous cocktails and mocktails! It’s the coolest event of the summer! FB & IG @thebanditmarket

PRIDE IN THE PARK

June 14, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Munn Park in Lakeland. The main event of Polk Pride Week from June 7 - 14. This is a family-friendly celebration of love, diversity, and community! Enjoy dozens of vendors, fabulous entertainment, and the iconic Pride Flag March as everyone comes together to celebrate 10 years of Polk Pride. polkpridefl.org

JIM LAUDERDALE

June 6 at Gram Parsons Derry Down. Brett Statska opens at 7:30 p.m., Lauderdale at 8 p.m. This two-time Grammy winner with 34 albums released and the coveted Wagonmaster Award from the Americana Music Association, plays his new album “My Favorite Place” proving that the North Carolina native is always perfecting his talent. gpderrydown.com

FAIRY FESTIVAL

June 14, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Bok Tower Gardens. Come dressed in your fairy best! This magical day is perfect for fairies and fauns of all ages. See a fairy godmother take flight from the Singing Tower as she dances amongst the trees, meet fantastical fairies and animals, discover hidden Fairy Doors, enjoy music, and plenty of bubbles! boktowergardens.org

PEOPLE & PLACES OF POLK COUNTY

June 6, 5 – 8 p.m. Meet the photographers and view the winning photographs chosen for the June issues of Haven and LKLD Magazines. This photo contest was a collaboration between the Central Florida Photo Club and Destroyer Media to showcase local talent and to see the world through others’ eyes. The theme was “People and Places of Polk County.” More info on IG @haven_magazine

SUMMER SUNRISE WATERMELON 5K

June 14, 7 a.m. at Lake Hollingsworth Park in Lakeland. Proceeds from the run go towards scholarships for Polk County graduates administered through the Polk Education Foundation. The Lakeland Runners Club created this race 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

STROKES FOR HOPE

June 13, 8 a.m. at Cleveland Heights Golf Course. Enjoy a great day of golf, food, and fun, all to support individuals and families facing homelessness. Proceeds benefit the Talbot House Ministries shelter, healthcare, and support programs. More info on FB @TalbotHouseMinistries

ANYTHING GOES!

June 14 – 22 at Gem Theatre in Mulberry. Performed by the Missing Piece Theatre with music, dance, laughs, and the age-old tale of boy meets girl. This is Cole Porter at his absolute best. This revised version is fresh off Broadway and has twice as much dance music as the 1962 version. centralfloridatix.com

DISNEY’S NEWSIES JR

June 13 – 22 at Lakeland Community Theatre. Inspired by the true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City. When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

BARTOW UNCORKED

June 20, 5 p.m. in Downtown Bartow. The Bartow Uncorked Wine Walk is bigger and better than ever! Stroll through downtown Bartow, explore 27+ local shops and restaurants, and enjoy delicious wine samples paired with bite-sized treats. ️ Every ticket purchased is entered to win a prize! More info on FB @MainStreetBartow.