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April – May 2026

April 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

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. 

April 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

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. 

April 18, May 16

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.

April 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

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 for owners are as follows: Adults $29.95, Children $19.95. Tickets for guests are as follows: Adults $34.95, Children $29.95. For more information, please visit www.westgateresorts.com/hotels/florida/river-ranch/westgate-river-ranch-resort/activities/rodeo/. 

April 25, May 9, 23

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.

April 25, May 23

Ask a Master Gardener – Lake Wales Farmers Market 

Visit the Polk County Master Gardener Volunteer booth for the latest gardening information and to ask gardening questions. Lake Wales Downtown Farmers Market address: Marketplace Downtown: 20 Market St. in Lake Wales.

April 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Winter Haven Farmers 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 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

April 24 – 26

2026 City Nature Challenge: Polk County

Help showcase the natural wonders of Polk County at the 2026 City Nature Challenge! April 24th – 26th is the challenge; feel free to attend whichever event is closest to you to participate! Engage your curiosity and explore the beautiful natural world around us. Below are instructions to get started on your own, as well as group bioblitz events.

Download the iNaturalist app on your smartphone, or create an account at iNaturalist.org and explore a local park, trail, or even your backyard between April 24 – 26. Take photos of wild organisms (not pets or cultivated plants) and upload your observations to iNaturalist and let the community help with IDs.

  • Friday April 24:
  • Saturday April 25:
    • Lake Wales Library is hosting a guided hike at Lake Kissimmee State Park at 9 a.m.: https://tinyurl.com/2s3v62rp
    • Polk’s Nature Discovery Center is hosting a BioBlitz starting at 12 p.m.: https://tinyurl.com/2p2ebx9v
    • Bonnet Springs is hosting a bioblitz at 1 p.m.:  https://bonnetspringspark.com/events/
    • The Nature Conservancy’s Tiger Creek Preserve is hosting a bioblitz at 7:30 p.m.: https://tinyurl.com/yc7t2t6d
  • Sunday April 26:
    • Lake Wales Ridge State Forest is hosting a guided hike at 9 a.m.: https://tinyurl.com/mzffzj9v

May 2

Watermelon Festival @ Bonnet Springs Park

Visit Florida Children’s Museum at Bonnet Springs Park for the 4th annual Watermelon Festival and celebrate the history of Central Florida watermelon farming with fun games on the lawn, and activities at the museum from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The Children’s Museum is open until 5 p.m. and the entry price is “pay what you can.” However much you’d like to donate is your entry price, and all donations will be used to support museum operations and programming! Florida Children’s Museum is located at 600 Bonnet Springs Blvd. in Lakeland.

May 6 

Prescribed Burn Presentation @ Bok Tower

From 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., meet the Bok Tower environmentalists at the Alexander Center as they explain the science and art behind Bok Tower Garden’s work to restore sandhill habitat and the crucial role fire plays in that mission. This event is free for members and $20 for non-members. Located at 1151 Tower Blvd. in Lake Wales. Visit: https://tinyurl.com/j33sbn8k to register today. 

May 9 

Ask a Master Gardener – Winter Haven Farmers Market 

Visit the Polk County Master Gardener Volunteer booth for the latest gardening information and to ask gardening questions from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Winter Haven Farmers Market. 250 Magnolia Avenue in Winter Haven.

May 10 

Mother’s Day at the Gardens

Bok Tower is welcoming all moms to visit free of charge on Mother’s Day this year!

Celebrate your mother, being a mother, or a mother-to-be with beautiful views of the

tower and gardens with Carillon Concerts at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. The Gardens are

open from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and are located at 1151 Tower Blvd. in Lake Wales. 

May 12

Lunch and Learn: Microirrigation for Home LandscapesJoin UF/IFAS Extension Polk County and Haines City Water Utilities from 12-1 p.m. at the Haines City Public Library, located at 111 N 6th Street in Haines City to learn about microirrigation for your home landscape! We will explore the various types of microirrigation systems, understand their components, and gain practical insights into installation and maintenance to save water and keep your plants healthy. For details and registration, please visit: https://microirrigationmay2026.eventbrite.com