FREE SUNSET YOGA Jan. 7, 6 – 7 p.m. on the St. Pete Pier. Class will be grounding but fun, with lots of modifications offered to accommodate everybody. Catch some bay breezes as the sun sets over Family Park. This class is by The Body Electric Yoga Company. Donations will be accepted, and proceeds will benefit a different local group each month. Bring water & yoga mat. stpetepier.org THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Jan. 14 – Feb. 8 at the Straz Center. A stranger arrives in town only t

ORLANDO VALKYRIES Jan. 9, 7 p.m. at Addition Arena. The Orlando Valkyries are a Major League Volleyball (MLV) team and the reigning league champions. Known for their fierce play, standout talent, and electric fan atmosphere, the Valkyries continue to raise the bar for professional women’s volleyball. They will play the Grand Rapids Rise. provolleyball.com/ teams/orlando-valkyries SCIENCE ON TAP Jan. 24, 1 – 4 p.m. at Loch Haven Park. This fundraiser for the Orlando Science C

MLK WEEK: WREATH LAYING Jan. 15, 10 a.m. at Martin Luther King Jr Park in Winter Haven. Honor the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the City of Winter Haven’s annual Wreath Laying Ceremony. This solemn and inspiring gathering brings together city leaders, community members, churches, and local organizations to pay tribute to Dr. King’s vision of peace, justice, and equality for all. mywinterhaven.com MARY GAUTHIER Jan. 30, 6 p.m. at Gram Parsons Derry Down

CAMP BSP Jan. 16- 17. This is Bonnet Springs Park’s first overnight camping program! This program is intended for families with school-age children. Activities include knot-tying and casting, community bonfire, fire safety, guided night insect viewing, and early bird fishing. This program requires advanced registration. bonnetspringspark.com FLORIDA’S CITRUS FESTIVAL Jan. 31, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. in Downtown Winter Haven’s Central Park. Live music and entertainment, citrus food

ORNAMENT MAKING Dec. 4, 6 p.m. at The Dali. In this hands-on workshop, you will create your own surreal ornaments featuring imagery inspired by the latest special exhibition, “Alberto Giacometti & Salvador Dalí.” Register in advance. thedali.org HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE Dec. 20. The parade kicks off at 6:15 p.m. near the Lighthouse off Davis Islands, cruising past Sparkman Wharf, Harbour Island, and the Tampa Convention Center. From there, large boats will end, while smaller boat

ASIAN LANTERN FESTIVAL Select nights in December at the Central Florida Zoo. Wander the three-quarter-mile pathway filled with all-new, handcrafted lantern scenes, each glowing with thousands of LED lights. Ocean-inspired landscapes meet mythical creatures. Enjoy seasonal food available for purchase. Reserve tickets in advance. centralfloridazoo.org STORM LARGE Dec. 16 & 17 at Judson’s Live. Best known and beloved as the current lead vocalist for Pink Martini, Storm Large br

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, live entertainment, interactive activities, and photos with Santa Claus! More info on FB @HavenLKLD DISNEY’S DARE TO DREAM JR. Dec. 12 – 14 at Lakeland Community Theatre. Drawing from a century of beloved Disney films, Dare to Dream JR. features songs appearing for the first time

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

SPOOKY NIGHT BLOW Nov. 8, 7 p.m. at the Morean Glass Studio. Watch artists create something amazing during this glass-blowing event. Backlit by nothing more than a fiery hot kiln and molten glass, Night Blow mixes glassblowing with synchronized music choreographed by the evening’s DJ. Limited space, reserve in advance. moreanartscenter.org CHARCUTERIE WORKSHOP Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m. at Keel & Curley Winery. Follow along as you learn the tricks & techniques to create a beautiful

ORLANDO JAPAN FESTIVAL Nov. 9, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Kissimmee Lakefront Park. Celebrating Japanese culture! Enjoy a full day of authentic food, traditional performances, and hands-on cultural experiences for all ages. From music and dance to martial arts and crafts, there’s something for everyone. More info at facebook.com/orlandojapanfestival . TURKEY TROT 5K Nov. 27, 7 a.m. at Lake Eola. Runners, joggers, and walkers, many dressed in full costumes or Thanksgiving-themed hats

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS Nov. 1 at Union Hall in Lakeland. Dance, eat, drink, and honor traditions at the first Dia de Los Muertos Night Market & After Party! Night Market is family-friendly from 6 - 9 p.m., and the After Party is 21+ only from 9:30 p.m. to midnight. FB @latinasprofesionalesinaction JOHN MCEUEN Nov. 21 at Gram Parsons Derry Down. Nitty Gritty Dirt Band’s John McEuen plays live with co-founder Les Thompson and special guest Muriel Anderson. In 1971, John initiated t

ART CRAWL Nov. 9, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Swan Brewing in Lakeland. This free festival celebrates the arts with over 60 local artists selling their work and competing for prizes alongside live performances, art demonstrations, live art making, and more. Family-friendly. artcrawlfl.com JOHN MCEUEN Nov. 21 at Gram Parsons Derry Down. Nitty Gritty Dirt Band’s John McEuen plays live with co-founder Les Thompson and special guest Muriel Anderson. In 1971, John initiated the landmark “W

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MILK MART SPOOKY SOIREE Oct. 5, noon – 6 p.m. Over 300 local artists, makers, chefs, and small businesses will be popping up in the heart...

LAKELAND RECORD FAIR, VOLUME VI Oct. 5, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Lake Mirror Auditorium. Featuring 25+ vendors with LPs, CDs, cassettes, 7”...

OKTOBERFEST Oct. 10, 6 – 9 p.m. at Central Park in Downtown Winter Haven. Over 30 German, American, and Craft beers will be available....

SING-ALONG SUNDAYS Every Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Tampa Theatre, beginning on Sept. 7: Grease (1978); Sept. 14: Frozen (2013); Sept. 21:...

LANDO TOP 10 FORBIDDEN PLANET Sept. 3, 8 p.m. on the lawn of Enzian Theater. Watch “Forbidden Planet” (1956) for free! Or you can reserve...

THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK Sept. 12 – 21 at the Lakeland Community Theatre. The story has a love triangle between an agoraphobe, a...

GOLF TOURNAMENT Sept. 15, 8:30 a.m. at the Country Club of Winter Haven benefitting Theatre Winter Haven and The Ritz. All proceeds will...

A VISION FOR TOMORROW Saturdays & Sundays at MOSI. A groundbreaking 360° dome film showing three of Earth’s most vital ecosystems, each...

INTERNATIONAL CAT DAY Aug. 2, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Central Florida Zoo. Get ready to celebrate these sleek and beautiful cats with a...

FUTURES THEORY & DOVE BOMB Aug. 2, 6 – 9 p.m. Futures Theory: Best Cover Band winner. Aug. 16, 5 – 8 p.m. Dove Bomb: Best Original Band...

JULY 4 CELEBRATION July 4, 4 – 10 p.m. at Armature Works. This family-friendly fun includes a boat parade, a hot dog eating contest, a...