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February 27- March 9
Florida Strawberry Festival
Celebrate the luscious fruit that has made Plant City the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World at this beloved annual fair. There will be plenty of vendors, agricultural exhibitors, midway games, thrilling carnival rides, headliner musical performances, and lots and lots of strawberry treats. Just follow the crowds to 303 BerryFest Place in Plant City. For more information and to purchase tickets to the festival and to the concerts, please go to www.flstrawberryfestival.com.
March 8, 15, 22, 29
Downtown Lakeland Farmers Curb Market
This vibrant, eclectic market brings the community together every Saturday in Downtown Lakeland with fresh, local produce, live plants, and a variety of hot foods and handcrafted wares. It is located on the 200 block of N. Kentucky Ave. in Lakeland from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. every Saturday (except in August) and is a production of the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA). Learn more at www.downtownfarmerscurbmarket.org.
March 8, 15, 22, 29
Grady Goat Yoga Tampa Bay
Every Saturday from 10 – 11:30 a.m., Grady Goat Farm hosts a fun and relaxing yoga class featuring their famous goats. Tickets are $39 for each attendee. This delightful event benefits Project G.O.A.T. (Global Offensive Against Trafficking), a charity that works to protect children. Grady Goat Farm is located at 12551 Franklin Rd in Thonotosassa. Learn about this incredible farm and all that they do by visiting their website at www.gradygoat.org.
March 8, 15, 22, 29
Saturday Night Rodeo
This fun, family-friendly rodeo takes place every Saturday through the end of November from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo, located at 3200 River Ranch Blvd in River Ranch. Enjoy the antics of cowpokes and bronco busters as they show off their skills trick riding, bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, and more. Kids are invited into the rodeo arena toward the end of the night to participate in a real “calf scramble.” Tickets are $32.05 for adults, $26.70 for children ages 5 – 12, and children ages 4 and under are free. For more information, please visit www.westgateresorts.com/hotels/florida/river-ranch/westgate-river-ranch-resort/activities/rodeo/.
March 8 and 22
Downtown Farmer’s Market in Lake Wales
The Lake Wales Downtown Farmer’s Market is sponsored by Lake Wales Main Street and takes place every second and fourth Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at 20 N. Market St. in Lake Wales. This producer-only market specializes in locally grown, pesticide-free produce and plants, baked goods, local honey, Florida grove pepper sauces, cheeses, award-winning BBQ sauces and rubs, homemade jams and jellies, natural pet treats, plus a ton of crafts, clothing, and jewelry. For more information, you can contact Lynn Greenfield at (863) 676-8782 or visit www.lwmainstreet.com/farmers-market.
March 8
Ask A Master Gardener At The Winter Haven Farmer’s Market
From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., visit the Polk County Master Gardener booth at the Lake Wales Farmers Curb Market for the latest gardening information and to ask gardening questions.
March 11
Birds of Polk County: Identifying Birds in and around Bok Tower Gardens
Join Presenter Barbara Ann Comer, who has lived in Polk County for 17 years and has been a birder since 1979, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for a virtual field trip, free for Bok Tower members and $20 for non-members. Learned how to identify common birds found at Bok Tower and in greater Polk County area. Visit: https://1835.blackbaudhosting.com/1835/Birds-of-Polk-County-Identifying-Birds-In-and-Around-Bok-Tower-Gardens for registration.
March 15
Ask A Master Gardener at The Lakeland Farmers Curb Market
From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., visit the Polk County Master Gardener Volunteer booth for the latest gardening information and to ask gardening questions. Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market address: 117 N. Kentucky Ave. in Lakeland.
March 22
Ask A Master Gardener at The Lake Wales Farmers Curb Market
From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., visit the Polk County Master Gardener booth at the Lake Wales Farmers Curb Market for the latest gardening information and to ask gardening questions.
March 26 – 29
Central Florida Youth In Agriculture Livestock Showcase & Sale
Located at the Polk County Agricultural Center, 1702 S. Holland Parkway in Bartow, this multi-day livestock showcase will showcase Polk Youth and their livestock, and create opportunities for them. A 4-day event featuring Ag Mechanics, Beef Cattle Day, Swine Day, and a Livestock Judging & Sale Day on the last day of the event. Visit https://www.cfyia.org/ for more details and registration.
April 3, 4
Discovering Bok Tower Guided Tour
Take a guided walking tour from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in beautiful Bok Tower Gardens. Explore and learn about its rich history, conservation and horticulture endeavors, and enjoy the music from the singing tower. Group meets at the Rondel (circle just before the Visitor Center). Cost is $5 for members and $27 for non-members. Visit https://tinyurl.com/ycy9vj4u for registration.
April 5
Carillon Classis 5k
Presented by Advent Health, enjoy Bok Tower Gardens and the sound of Carillon bells for the 13th annual race, which many runners consider the most challenging 5k in Florida. Cost is $50 for members and $55 for non-members. Race fee includes t-shirt, medal and post-race refreshments. Kids fun run is complimentary, and $10 for kids to obtain a race shirt. Visit: https://www.athlinks.com/event/carillon-classic-5k-run-walk-presented-by-adventhealth-49014 to register.
April 5
Introduction to Urban Agriculture
Hosted by UF/IFAS Polk County Extension, come learn how you can grow crops in Florida’s urban areas efficiently while learning about vertical farming, hydroponics, compost, and more. The workshop is from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., located at 1702 S. Holland Parkway in Bartow. Cost is $12 for adults. Visit : https://tinyurl.com/33pndd4s for registration.
April 17
UF/IFAS Range Cattle Research and Education Center Field Day
Learn about the latest research and student work, mingle with sponsors at the trade show, and enjoy a steak lunch followed by a field tour. Located at 3401 Experiment Station Rd. in Ona from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Registration is required. Early registration ($20) ends March 14. General registration ($30) ends April 15. Registration the day of the event costs $50. Register at rcrec-2025-fd.eventbrite.com.
For more information, email ona@ifas.ufl.edu or call 863-735-1001.
April 26
2025 Ridge Beekeepers Beekeeping Seminar
Located at the Polk County Agricultural Center, 1702 S. Holland Parkway in Bartow, this event will teach you everything you need to know about beekeeping in Florida, and the Western Honey Bee, Florida’s most widespread domesticated bee. Stations will include: Honey Extraction & Honey Tasting, Looking Inside the Hive, Hive Construction, Wax Rendering, Beekeeping Tools, Pests and Diseases, Queen Bees, Bee Transport, Nectar Sources, Starting a Hive. Event is from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., tickets are $40 for adults, kids 11-18 years of age are $25, and kids 10 and under are free. Visit https://tinyurl.com/ycybry35 for tickets.
April 29
You can Grow Orchids: Tips for Success!
Held at the Lakeland Public Library, 100 Lake Morton Drive in Lakeland, from 10-11 a.m., this free information session on orchid care will guide you and provide tips and tricks to improve your orchid-growing skills, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned orchid enthusiast. Visit: https://tinyurl.com/4hrvh9xr to register.