Find a complete listing January and February events taking place in Polk County at VisitCentralFlorida.org.
Book Club
Date: Tuesday, January 6
Venue: Polk County History Center, Bartow
– The book club meets on the first and second Tuesdays of each month for book discussion.
– The upcoming Book Club discussion will be on: “Lincoln’s Boys: John Hay, John Nicolay, and the War for Lincoln’s Image,” by Joshua Zeitz.
Heritage Trail Hike and Tram Tour
Date: Tuesday, January 6
Venue: Circle B Bar Reserve, Lakeland
– Join a “heritage” volunteer on a tram tour with a short walk to the Cow Camp to learn about the history of ranching and the citrus industry of Florida as you enjoy the scenic walk and explore the exhibit area.
Guided Bird Hike
Date: Wednesday, January 7
Venue: Circle B Bar Reserve, Lakeland
– Join a volunteer guide on a hike through the marsh to learn about the birds of Circle B Bar Reserve.
Downtown Lakeland Food Truck Rally
Date: Thursday, January 8
Venue: Munn Park, Lakeland
– Enjoy a variety of Florida food trucks and their delicious cuisine in Downtown Lakeland on the second Thursday monthly.
Classic Albums Live- Pink Floyd, Wish You Were Here
Date: Friday, January 9
Venue: The Lakeland Center
– Max 98.3 and Classic Albums Live takes classic albums and recreates them live,on stage – note for note, cut for cut.
City Con
Date: Friday, January 9-Saturday, January 10
Venue: Auburndale
- The event includes entertainment, panel discussions, photo opportunities, cos player contest, gaming, expo, double-creature feature and a Superhero’s Ball.
Chili in the Park
Date: Saturday, January 10
Venue: Lake Eva Park, Haines City
– This internationally sanctioned chili competition is expected to bring close to fifty chili chefs from across the U.S. to Polk County.
– There will be live entertainment and activities for the family.
Dirt Day
Date: Saturday, January 10
Venue: Circle B Bar Reserve, Lakeland
– Join Circle B for Dirt Day- the Four Seasons of Family FUN series for children ages 5-12 to learn about owls and their habitat and to have a “hoot-of-a-time” .
Don Williams
Date: Saturday, January 10
Venue: The Lakeland Center
– Spend an evening with country music superstar Don Williams at The Lakeland Center.
Lake Alfred Bluegrass Bash
Date: Saturday, January 10
Venue: Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve, Lake Alfred
– Celebrate the City of Lake Alfred’s 100 year anniversary with entertainment that includes six Bluegrass bands.
Nature Fun Day
Date: Sunday, January 11
Venue: Circle B Bar Reserve, Lakeland
– Circle B Bar Reserve will have many bird themed games, activities, and demonstrations set up throughout the preserve.
– Families and bird enthusiasts alike are welcome to “fly” around the center and soar to new heights in learning about birds and their importance to our site and Central Florida.
Book Club
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Venue: Polk County History Center, Bartow
– The book club meets on the first and second Tuesdays of each month for book discussion.
– The upcoming Book Club discussion will be on: “Lincoln’s Boys: John Hay, John Nicolay, and the War for Lincoln’s Image,” by Joshua Zeitz.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Gabrielle Wu Lee Exhibition – Through March 14 (Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland)
Her Ethereal Self: Portraits by Kathy Sosa – Through March 14 (Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland)
Special Events at the Grove House – Wednesdays and Saturdays through May 2015 (Florida’s Natural Growers Grove House, Lake Wales)
Haines City Farmers Market – Wednesdays weekly
Davenport Farmers Market at Polk Outpost 27 – Thursdays weekly
Winter Haven Farmers Market – Thursdays weekly
Downtown Lakeland Farmers Curb Market – Saturdays weekly
1st and 3rd Saturday Market in South Lakeland – First and third Saturdays monthly
Lake Wales Farmers Market – Second and fourth Saturdays monthly
Highland City Community Market – Third Saturday monthly
Mulberry Farmers Market – Third Saturday monthly
4th Saturday Market Winter Haven – Fourth Saturday monthly
Saturday Night Rodeo – Saturdays weekly (Westgate River Ranch Resort, River Ranch)
Children’s Programming: – Monday through Friday weekly (Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland)