FEB/MAR 2022
Adults - $40. Youth (12 & under) $20. Call (863) 688-8551 for more info.
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C A L E N D A R Get Your Listing in the Calendar Email Listings to: tracey@todayandtonight.com Info must be received by the 23rd of the Month Prior to Publication. Events will be included as space allows.
Arts, Crafts, Festivals & Expos
FEB 4
& 5 – Annual Smoke on the Water BBQ Competition. Benefit for the Boys & Girls Club of Polk County. Enjoy live music, a Saturday ski show, some great food and fun! More than 80 teams across the country competing to win the awards for best chicken, ribs, pork and brisket, which will be announced Sat, 5:30 pm. The Official Sanctioning Body for the event is the Florida BBQ Association. Located Boys & Girls Club, 2400 Havendale Blvd, Winter Haven. Fri, 5-10 pm and Sat, 10-10 pm. Fri, $10 admission. Sat, $2 admission; 10 and younger free.
FEB 4
to 6 – 26th Annual Spirit of the Buffalo Pow Wow. Native American Festival at the International Market World Flea and Farmers Market in Auburndale. The event features crafts, intertribal dance competitions, historic village displays, workshops and over 60 exhibitors. The event is held in the Big Top circus tent over two big weekends - rain or shine. Located International Market World, 1052 US Hwy 92 W, Adale. Fri to Sun, 10-6 pm. www.spiritofthebuffalopowwow.com
FEB 10
– Lakeland Food Truck Rally. Tampa Bay Food Truck Rally brings food trucks to Munn Park on the 2nd Thursday of every
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month. Come on out to Downtown Lakeland and enjoy a variety of Florida food trucks and their delicious cuisine. 20 plus food trucks come together each month and park on the streets surrounding beautiful Munn Park. Thurs, 6-9 pm. (next events: Feb 10, Mar 10)
FEB 12
– Valentine’s Block Party in Downtown Lakeland. Enjoy an art walk and night market in downtown. The streets are filled with vendors, artists, and food. Co-hosted by Buena Market & Downtown Lakeland benefiting Lakeland Art Guild. Located Kentucky Ave/Main Street, Lakeland. Sat, 5-9 pm.
FEB 15
– Tasty Tuesday. Third Tuesday of every month. 10 tastes from downtown bars, restaurants and sweet shops. New offerings every month. Tasty Tuesdays are a super fun way to experience multiple Downtown restaurants all in one night! You get hearty sample sizes with each ticket, and move from place to place at your own pace! Tastings begin at 4:30pm and end at 9pm. Purchase your ticket package from LDDA. Tickets come in packets of 10 for $25. (additional packs may be purchased in increments of $5 which is 2 tickets). Tues, 4:30-9 pm. Cost - $25 for 10 tastes. https://ldda.square.site/product/ tasty-tuesday-tickets/31?cs=true&cst=custom
FEB 17
– Taste of Winter Haven. Hosted by the Winter Haven Chamber. Taste of Winter Haven is an evening event focused on giving the community an opportunity to taste local cuisine, beer, and wine while enjoying live music. Taste of Winter Haven will take place at Venue 650. You must be 21 or older to attend. Early bird tickets are $35. Price will increase on January 17th and the day of. Located Venue 650, 650 6th St SW, Winter Haven. Thurs, 6-9 pm.
FEB 18
& 19 – 5th Annual Chain of Lakes Eggfest. Hosted by Mannix Pools & Grills. EGGHeads
from all over the country are coming to show off their talents on the Big Green Egg. Come on out for live music, delicious food, live demonstrations, and more, all for a great cause! Fri Music: Justin Grimes 6-9 pm. Sat Music: Andrew Williams 11-12:15 pm, The Broke 12:30-2 pm, Jill’s Cashbox 2:30-4 pm. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Polk County and Girls, Inc. Located at the Boys & Girls Club, 2400 Havendale Blvd., Winter Haven. Fri, 6-9 pm (VIP Party). Sat, 10-3 pm. Tickets $25 per day. www. ChainOfLakesEggfest.com
FEB 18
to 29 – Strawberry Classic Dog Show. Hosted by the Lakeland Winter Haven Kennel Club which is based in Polk County where they are dedicated to the education, welfare and betterment of Purebred dogs. Located at Sun ’n Fun, Medulla Rd, Lakeland.
– Lake Wales Mardi Gras 5k Glow Run. Laissez les bons temps rouler! Let the good times roll! Get back to running and join the MOST FUN AND FESTIVE 5K in town! Light up the night with us at the Lake Wales Mardi Gras Glow Run 5K presented by Forni Dental. Join us for a celebration at Lake Wailes Park with food & drinks, kid’s zone, entertainment, fun post-race party, and much more! Register at: https://www. athlinks.com/event/lake-wales-mardi-gras-5k-302306?fbclid=IwAR0rF7gRrAE-RjV0QbAnrlS-z2t94p1gH_ lamxOTrTOK9z8P9nNNswD7048
FEB 25
& 26 – 37th Lake Wales Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler! Let the good times roll! Enjoy live music, children’s zone, food trucks and parade is Saturday at 3 pm. Located on the shores of Lake Wailes, Lake Wales. Fri, 6-11 pm. Sat, 10 am-11 pm. www.LWMardiGras.com
FEB 25
– Ribs on the Ridge. Hosted by the City of Haines City. Located Lk Eva Park, 555 Ledwith Ave, Haines City. Sat, 10-7 pm.
& 26 – Carlisle Winter Florida AutoFest. The auction starts at 10:30 a.m. daily and includes 400+ classic and collector car vehicles. There are three great ways to bid too, in person, on the phone and online! Call 717-960-6400 or visit CarlisleAuctions.com Located at Sun ’n Fun, Medulla Rd, Lakeland. www.flysnf.org
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– SYFY Bartow. A free, family-friendly festival featuring costume contests, an art show, superhero karaoke, food, live music, science fiction vendors, large size props including Doctor Who’s Tardis, a movie and television car show, a play area for kids, local authors and stars, cosplayers, face painting, steampunk themed activities and many more surprises. Located downtown Bartow, Main Street. Sat, 11-6 pm. – 75th Annual Tiger BBQ. Presented by Rodda Construction, Inc. Join us in welcoming back our Detroit Tigers for a record 85 years of Spring Training in Lakeland! Be a part of the tradition! Ticket includes an exceptional menu and a souvenir mug. (no take-out orders and no autographs) Located Publix Field Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland. Wed, 6-8 pm. Tickets:
& 26 – 24th Annual Mustangs & Mustangs. Hosted by the Imperial Mustangs of Polk County. “Mustangs & Mustangs… Legends Havin’ Fun 2022” is a Mustang & All Ford show. All Ford Powered vehicles are welcome. Dash Plaques to the first 150 registered cars. Admission includes the driver and one passenger. Children under the age of 12 are free. Located at Sun ’n Fun, Medulla Rd, Lakeland. www.flysnf.org – 3rd Annual Lake Alfred Heritage Festival. The Lake Alfred Historical Society, Inc. and the City of Lake Alfred have joined forces to present another fantastic diversified and informative festival. A unique blend of Lake Alfred’s history combined with our rich American Heritage over decades and centuries.Located corner of E Pomelo and N Seminole Ave. Sat, 10-5pm. www.lakealfredheritagefestival.com
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