This weekend in Lakeland, FL

Tick Tock Ultra challenges participants to run for 12 hours or 6 hours on a paved path that circles Lake Hollingsworth, aiming to rack up as many 2.84-mile laps as possible before the finish. The Runners Village fuels the effort with hot food rolling out over the day, beginning with pancakes and moving into hotdogs and hamburgers, then quesadillas and smoked or grilled chicken, with smoked pork butt and brisket served later, alongside staples like soda, pickles, and snack bars. Entry is limited to 200 runners.

Repticon Lakeland offers two full days devoted to reptiles and exotic animals. See live species from across the globe, shop for pets and pet supplies directly from experts at standout prices, and take in opportunities to learn more about these animals. This expo brings together the hallmarks of Repticon for a fun, two day experience.

Celebrate the grand opening of Pavilion Poolside, a new venue debuting with a broad mix of live entertainment. Look forward to performances across a wide range of musical styles alongside comedy, with more show announcements to be shared.

Each complete session combines classroom learning with real flight experience for students and their parents. It begins with about an hour and a half of structured group ground instruction at an on-airport training facility, where core aviation concepts are introduced in an engaging, professional setting. Afterward, every student takes to the sky for roughly one hour of individualized instruction with an FAA-certified flight instructor in a comfortable four-seat training aircraft. Under close supervision, the student will handle the controls and operate the airplane. When space and operating conditions allow, a parent may ride in the back to observe and capture photos or video. The cost for a full session is $299, and sessions are available on Saturday and Sunday. Those who wish to continue can enroll in a structured 12-week Youth Aviation Program that builds a strong foundation toward future FAA pilot certificates and ratings, subject to applicable age and eligibility requirements. For students who aim to fly professionally, this path can provide an early step toward a career in aviation.

Set against the backdrop of Plant City’s historic downtown, this event takes place in the heart of the city.

The Sellouts bring live music to Swan Brewing with a lineup featuring vocalist Rick Gold, bassist Walt Clayton, drummer Eina Dorado, and guitarist Tom Norman. Expect a music-filled set and a relaxed atmosphere.

Free and open to all ages, this punk rock flea market takes over Swan Brewing with live sets and a massive marketplace. The stage lineup features Government Subs, Twiggy Branches, Severed Silence, No Fraud, and Pangolin, with more to be announced. More than seventy vendors and food trucks from around Central Florida bring a mix of vintage and upcycled apparel, band shirts, horror collectibles, skate gear, hard to find vinyl and CDs, stickers, patches, buttons, original art, handmade jewelry, indie board and card games, pottery and quirky dishware, taxidermy and other oddities, plus many surprises. Skaters can enjoy a free area with ramps and boxes, and families will find a VW bus photo booth and kids activities including a bounce house. Refreshments and treats come from Level Up Lemonade, Moonlit Macarons, Pamz Pizza Cones, Swan Brewing, The Melt Machine, The Rolling Pin Handmade, SB&B Seafood, and Bussin Ice Cream. All vendor spots are booked. Poster artwork is by Chain Assembly, with support from Swan Brewing, LKLD / Haven Magazine, Art Crawl, DB Music, Scaradise, Boards For Bros, and Skully's Barber Salon. Produced by A Punk Kid Production, LLC.

Expect a high energy mix of rock and roll favorites from Van Halen, Journey, STP, Loverboy, and more, packed with big hooks, sing along choruses, and guitar driven hits.