This year Downtown is partnering with the Polk County Builders Association and its members to create a huge First Friday event. Up and down Kentucky Ave. you’ll find art vendors and art receptions. The Art of Better Living is brought to you by the Polk County Builders Association and their members. [...]

It’s back to the grind of the school year, but it doesn’t have to be all work and no play.  Downtown merchants and title sponsor MIDFLORIDA CREDIT UNION want you to have fun with knowledge, so we’re organizing a trivial pursuit scavenger hunt.  Pick up your game cards at any participating merchant and go in [...]

The Downtown Farmers Curb Market plans to honor local police and fire fighters on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at our location at the corner of E. Pine Street and N. Kentucky Avenue. Police and Fire vehicles will be displayed and K-9s will be on hand for demonstrations. Free fire / police hats for kids!  Free [...]

This year Downtown is partnering with the Polk County Builders Association and its members to create a huge First Friday event. Up and down Kentucky Ave. you’ll find art vendors and art receptions. The Art of Better Living is brought to you by the Polk County Builders Association and their members. Visit Munn Park to [...]

Distinguished racing driver, Lyn St. James, will serve as Honorary Chairperson for the 2010 Lake Mirror Classic Auto Festival. Ms. St. James was the 1992 Indianapolis 500 Rookie of The Year (first woman to ever win). She competed in 7 Indianapolis 500s and 15 Indy Car events. She set the world record on a closed-course [...]

WEATHER UPDATE: We expect the rain to pass, so look for updates here as members report their status…..As for now (5:10pm) First Friday is a GO!
Release the hounds!
POOCH PARADE INFO

First Friday is once again hosting “Dog Days of Summer” for the August 6th theme.  Even if you don’t have a dog in this hunt, you’ll  [...]

Your Guide to Downtown Lakeland Happenings this Weekend!!

UPDATED: 3:05PM, JULY 2 – CLOUDY but little RAIN forecasted for tonight (10%) chance.

We are watching the weather closely. Though some of the outdoor activities may not happen due to the earlier threat of rain, store and restaurants will be open and the PIE BAKE OFF will still take place at [...]

First Friday is a free monthly celebration in Downtown Lakeland from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
May First Friday is Public Works! Plus we have dancing and comedy improv so keep reading for he details!
FAQ’s about First Fridays
Recurring First Friday features include:

Live music and entertainment;
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A Classic Car Show on Tennessee Avenue across [...]

Come hungry and dine at one of Downtown’s many great restaurants.
Plus Brooke Pottery and Traditions Unlimited OPEN til 8pm!! Visit the shops and grab dinner before the fireworks show!

T.Mims Corp./Buyer’s Rep. Inc.
Red, White & Kaboom
Independence Celebration
LAKELAND, FL (April 9, 2010) – The City of Lakeland is pleased to announce that the T.Mims Corp./Buyer’s Rep. [...]