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Cowboys Are Coming to Town

Posted on January 20th, 2010 by kris

Categories: General, Sports

The Americom Pro Rodeo is riding into Lakeland January 29-30 for what could be one of the wildest weekends of the year. The top Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) cowboys and cowgirls battle it out for the largest prize purse in the southeast! A new feature this year that will make things interesting is the Bud Light [...]

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See Disney on Ice Make Its World Debut in Lakeland

Posted on August 13th, 2009 by kris

Categories: Attractions, General

It may not be Broadway, but your kids will think it is even better! “Disney on Ice Presents Celebrations!” just announced that the show will make its world debut at The Lakeland Center in September.  This all-new show visits The Lakeland Center September 4-5 and  tickets are on sale now. Audiences are invited to make an [...]

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Mother’s Day in Sunny Central Florida

Posted on May 8th, 2009 by kris

Categories: Arts, Attractions, Dining, General, Shopping

If you are a man reading this post, hopefully it will give you some ideas and keep you out of trouble on Mother’s Day. If you are a mom reading this post, hopefully it will give you some suggestions to pass along to the man in your life who has no idea what to get you [...]

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Celebrate National Tourism Week: May 9-17

Posted on May 7th, 2009 by kris

Categories: Arts, Attractions, Dining, General, Nature, Shopping, Sports

National Tourism Week begins on Monday and there will be events and celebrations going on around the country. Polk County will celebrate the occasion with our annual National Tourism Week luncheon at The Lakeland Center on Thursday, May 14. Bill Hardman, who is President and CEO of the Southeast Tourism Society will be the keynote [...]

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Comedy Central

Posted on January 28th, 2009 by kris

Categories: Attractions, General

I know that the cable channel already has the name trademarked, but The Lakeland Center is giving the TV station a serious run for its money lately. If you haven’t noticed, The Lakeland Center has really grown to be one of the top venues for live comedy in the area. Larry the Cable Guy, Bill Engvall, [...]

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“Git R Done” This Weekend And More

Posted on November 13th, 2008 by kris

Categories: Arts, Attractions, Dining, General, Shopping

By the clever headline, I am sure that you guessed Larry the Cable Guy is in town this weekend. You are correct! The comedian will be performing two shows only on Friday night at The Lakeland Center’s Youkey Theater, one at 7pm and the other at 9:30pm. Believe it or not, there are some tickets [...]

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Diana’s Dresses Call Lakeland Home Until December

Posted on October 3rd, 2008 by kris

Categories: Arts, Attractions, General

A historic exhibition that has traveled around the world is now spending three months in Lakeland at The Lakeland Center as “Diana’s Dresses: Dresses for Humanity II” is on display until December 26. The impressive collection of the late Diana, Princess of Wales, is already drawing rave reviews from locals and visitors alike who have been [...]

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Out and About:Disney on Ice Comes to The Lakeland Center This Weekend

Posted on August 28th, 2008 by kris

Categories: Arts, Attractions, General, Shopping, Sports

Many people don’t know this, but Disney on Ice often has their World Premiere debut show at The Lakeland Center every year. This year, Disney’s “Worlds of Fantasy” debuts this weekend in Lakeland. The show will feature Disney favorites from big screen hits “Cars,” “The Little Mermaid,” “The Lion King” and Tinkerbell, all on ice! [...]

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Dog Show on ESPN This Weekend

Posted on August 19th, 2008 by kris

Categories: General, Nature, Sports

Back in June we told you about the Lakeland/Winter Haven Kennel Club’s All Breed Dog Show at The Lakeland Center. We also posted some photos of the event. Well, if you missed all that, or if pictures just aren’t enough for you, tune in to ESPN this Sunday for the first airing of the event. It will [...]

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Out and About: “All Shook Up” in Winter Haven This Weekend

Posted on July 10th, 2008 by kris

Categories: Arts, General, Shopping, Sports

Elvis will be in the building this weekend as “All Shook Up” debuts at the Chain of Lakes Complex in Winter Haven. The musical spotlights Elvis music and has a rock ‘n’ roll story to it. Showtimes are: Friday  and Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 2:30pm. Tickets are available by calling 863.294.7469. If [...]

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