As we continue into 2026, Polk County is buzzing with more events, dining options, and entertainment than ever before. Our county is growing rapidly, bringing fresh opportunities for enjoyment and community connection right before our eyes.

To keep you in the loop, we’re here to share the latest updates on local happenings. Whether you’re looking for a new restaurant to try, concerts to enjoy, or family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone.

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Bok Tower Gardens Receives 100th AED from Culpepper Cardiac Foundation; Community Invited to Heart Health & AED Awareness Presentation

Special to T&T Magazine

Bok Tower Gardens is honored to receive the 100th Automated External Defibrillator (AED) donated by the Culpepper Cardiac Foundation during a special community event on Sunday, July 19, at 2:00 p.m. The presentation will be led by foundation…

Rededication and Festivities at Circle B Bar Reserve

Special T&T Magazine

To celebrate America 250 and Polk County’s 165th anniversary, Polk County staff and the Polk County Cattleman’s Association will host a special cattle drive and Cow Camp rededication ceremony beginning at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1 at Circle B Bar Reserve, 4399 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland.

This is family-friendly, free…

Wawa and Bok Tower Gardens are teaming up again to offer Wawa Summer Fun Days featuring complimentary admission on the last Thursday and Friday of May through August.

The 2025 Wawa Summer Fun Days will continue June 25-26, July 30-31, and August 27-28.

Pre-registration is requested for this complimentary offer. Visitors can register at https://boktowergardens.org/wawa-summer-fun-days-2026/

The extremely…