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November 2025

November 1, 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 in 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 younger are free. For more information, visit: www.westgateresorts.com/hotels/florida/river-ranch/westgate-river-ranch-resort/activities/rodeo/

November 8, 22

Downtown Farmers Market in Lake Wales

The Lake Wales Downtown Farmers 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

November 1, 8, 15, 22

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 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. every Saturday and is a production of the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA). Learn more at www.downtownfarmerscurbmarket.org

November 1, 8, 15, 22

Grady Goat Yoga Tampa Bay

Every Saturday from 9-11 a.m. Grady Goat Farm hosts a fun and relaxing yoga class featuring their famous goats. Tickets are $43.45 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. 

November 1, 8, 15, 22

Winter Haven Farmer’s Market

Held every Saturday in Downtown Winter Haven, near the old BB&T building, 250 Magnolia Avenue in Winter Haven, rain or shine. Specialty food trucks, live music, plants and locally grown produce will be on site from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 

November 1, 2025 – January 31, 2026

Dreamweaver: Tales from the Trees @ Bok Tower Gardens

This new immersive art experience showcases the artistry of Geli Alvarez Mulet and Frankie Flowers, alongside whimsical creations from the Fairy House ladies, capturing the spirit of the forest and the magic that dances in its shadows. Wander down the North Walk area of the gardens, lined with oaks and shaded canopies, and enjoy art that evokes folklore and stories of whimsical, mythical forest entities and creatures. Located at 1151 Tower Blvd. in Lake Wales. Free for members, $20 for non-members, $10 for children 6-17, and free for kids 5 and younger. No registration required. This exhibit will be available until the end of January 2026. 

November 8

Cattleman’s Golf Classic 

Meet the Highlands County Cattlemen’s Organization for a four-man scramble at Pinecrest Golf club in Avon Park. Registration begins at 7 a.m. with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. Enjoy a steak lunch and door prizes afterwards! A hole sponsorship is $150 and a team (hole sponsor + 4 golfers) is $400. Contact Sarah Childs at 863-441-0105 for more information. 

November 15, December 6

Create a Recycled Pallet Tree

Join UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Master Gardener Volunteers for a fun holiday craft from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Deconstructed old pallets and saved can lids will be used to create unique upcycled Christmas trees you can decorate with can lids – Christmas symbols, words, names, or designs that are meaningful or just festive! Located at 1702 South Holland Parkway in Bartow. Cost is $20 plus taxes and fees. Visit : https://tinyurl.com/55afhczp for registration. 

November 15

Ask a Master Gardener at the Lakeland Downtown Farmer’s Curb Market

Visit the Polk County Master Gardener booth at the Downtown Farmer’s Market in Lakeland from 8 a.m.- 2 p.m. for the latest gardening information and to ask gardening questions. Located at 117 N. Kentucky Avenue in Lakeland.

November 18

Lunch and Learn: Growing Great Groundcovers

Join UF/IFAS Extension Polk Co. & Haines City Water Utilities for tips on how to choose and care for Florida-friendly groundcovers. Workshop and lunch are free with registration, held at 111 North 6th Street in Winter Haven from 12 to 1 p.m. Visit https://tinyurl.com/ye2xupbp to register or ​​If any accommodations are needed, please contact Julie Schelb at 863-519-1041 or j.schelb@ufl.edu. 

November 19

Precision Irrigation/Fertigation and Water BMPs for Small Farms

Join UF/IFAS Extension of Polk County’s Luis O. Rodruguez and FDACS Environmental Administrator Matt Warren to learn how Water BMPs (Best Management Practices) can help improve water quality and boost crop yield, plant nutrition, and productivity. Held at UF/IFAS Polk County Extension, 1702 US Highway 17 South in Bartow. Cost is $15, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/53e4nub2 to register. 

November 28 – January 4

Holidays at Bok Tower Gardens

Experience the magic of the holiday season walking through Bok Tower Gardens, featuring vibrant poinsettias, fragrant evergreens, and beautifully decorated Christmas trees. El Retiro, a historic estate on property, will also be adorned for the season, with daily carillon concerts in the Singing Tower. Free for members, $20 for non-members, $10 for children 6 -17, and free for kids 5 and younger. Bok Tower is located at 1151 Tower Blvd. in Lake Wales. 

December 17

Make & Take: Nature Inspired Holiday Decor

Join UF/IFAS Extension Polk County experts to learn how to use natural items, which can be found in your own yard, to create holiday decorations from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Each participant will get to create a unique, natural centerpiece and holiday ornaments to take home for the holidays. Held at 1755 East Edgewood Drive in Lakeland. Cost is $10 per person. Visit: https://tinyurl.com/4sf84ux6 to register. If any accommodations are needed, please contact Julie Schelb at 863-519-1041 or j.schelb@ufl.edu.