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7 Family-Friendly Summer Activities In Lakeland
Get ready to explore exciting attractions and events right here in our community!
Great news, Lakeland — summer is just around the corner! If you're in search of family-friendly fun, we've put together a list of seven fantastic activities in and around town that are sure to be a hit with everyone. Don't forget to check with the venue ahead of time to confirm hours, ticket availability or any special requirements before you go!
1. Edgewood Park
📅 When: Open daily, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
📍Where: 1000 E Edgewood Drive, Lakeland, FL 33803
🔗 More info: Click here
2. Barnett Family Park
📅 When: Open daily, 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
📍Where: 730 E Orange Street, Lakeland, FL 33801
🔗 More info: Click here
3. Simpson Park Pool
📅 When: Open daily beginning Memorial Day Weekend, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
❌ Note: Lap swim is available during all open hours; open swim is 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM on weekdays and all open hours on Saturdays and Sundays.
📍Where: 1725 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33805
🔗 More info: Click here
4. Open Swim at Gandy Pool
📅 When: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
❌ Note: Open swim closed until 2:00 PM on Saturday, Apr. 20
📍Where: 3700 Cleveland Heights Boulevard #0215, Lakeland, FL 33803
🔗 More info: Click here
5. Florida’s Children’s Museum
📅 When: Monday - Saturday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍Where: 600 Bonnet Springs Boulevard, Lakeland, FL 33815
🔗 More info: Click here
6. Polk’s Nature Discovery Center
📅 When: Monday - Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📍Where: 4399 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland, FL 33803
🔗 More info: Click here
7. Common Ground Playground
📅 When: Open daily, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
📍Where: Veterans Park, 1000 E Edgewood Drive, Lakeland, FL 33803
🔗 More info: Click here
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