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Polk County, Florida
Committee meetings, candidate forums, and volunteer days — plus events from Republican clubs and allied groups across the county.
Hosted by Trump 47 Committee, Inc.
Thursday, October 1 · 11:30 AM
Skylight Hangar A at Sun 'n Fun
Midterm Rally in Lakeland with special guest speaker Vice President JD Vance, hosted by Trump 47 Committee, Inc. Thursday, October 1, 2026. Doors open 9:00 AM; event begins 11:30 AM. Skylight Hangar A at Sun 'n Fun.
Friday, October 2 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Downtown Lakeland
Polk GOP and Polk County Republican clubs share a booth at Lakeland First Friday. Stop by downtown from 6–9 PM to meet local Republicans, learn about the clubs, and get involved. Free and family-friendly.
Hosted by Republican Party of Florida
Saturday, October 3 · 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
SeaWorld Orlando
Florida GOP Victory Dinner at SeaWorld Orlando with the Fall Quarterly Meeting. VIP 5:30 PM, doors 6:30, program 7:00–8:30. Hilton Orlando hotel block ($150+tax) after tickets — Sep 30 deadline for the hotel link.
Hosted by Republican Club of Lakeland
Wednesday, October 7 · 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Cleveland Heights Golf Club
The Republican Club of Lakeland holds a monthly lunch meeting on the first Wednesday at Cleveland Heights Golf Club. The current meeting's guest speaker is listed separately when confirmed.
Hosted by Town of Dundee
Tuesday, October 13 · 5:00 PM
Dundee Town Hall
Dundee town hall on the proposed property tax amendment. Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 5:00 PM. With Mayor Joe Garrison (Town of Dundee, host), State Rep. Jon Albert (HD 48), and Tax Collector Joe G. Tedder (Polk County).
Hosted by Lakeland Kiwanis Club
Friday, October 16 · 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
First United Methodist Church
One-hour lunch forum with the two School Board District 3 candidates, hosted by the Lakeland Kiwanis Club. Attendance is free; lunch is $15. Doors at 12 PM, forum begins around 12:25 PM.
Hosted by Polk County Young Republicans (PCYR)
Friday, October 16 · 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Cleveland Heights Golf Club
Polk County Young Republicans monthly meeting — third Friday of every month, 7:00 PM at Cleveland Heights Golf Club. Networking from 6:30 PM.
Monday, October 19 · 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Cleveland Heights Golf Club
Social 6:00 PM, business 6:30 PM. Meets every third Monday. Candidates, elected officials, and guest speakers address the room. Any registered Republican in Polk County is welcome — membership not required.
Hosted by Lake Wales History Museum
Saturday, October 24 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lake Wailes Park
The Lake Wales History Museum's free 50th Annual Pioneer Days Festival brings heritage demonstrations, artisan crafts, live entertainment, food, family activities, and Pioneer of the Year honors to Lake Wailes Park.
Hosted by Lake Wales History Museum
Sunday, October 25 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lake Wailes Park
Day two of the Lake Wales History Museum's free 50th Annual Pioneer Days Festival, featuring heritage demonstrations, artisan crafts, live entertainment, food, family activities, and Beers with Pioneers.
Hosted by Republican Women's Club of Lakeland
Wednesday, October 28 · 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cleveland Heights Golf Course
Monthly luncheon at Cleveland Heights Golf Course. Check-in begins at 11:00 AM; the meeting is called to order at 11:30 AM. Lunch is $25 and advance reservations are required.
Hosted by Lake Ashton Republican Club
Wednesday, October 28 · 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Lake Ashton Clubhouse Ballroom
Lake Ashton Republican Club meets monthly at the Lake Ashton Clubhouse. Check-in and social time begin at 3:30 PM; the meeting starts at 4:00 PM. Guests are welcome.
Hosted by Westminster Lakeland
Wednesday, November 11 · 3:00 PM
Westminster Lakeland
Meet Polk GOP State Committeewoman Kat Gates-Skipper, the first female Marine in combat operations. World War II – From Shore to Shore at Westminster Lakeland. Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026: reception 3:00 PM, ceremony 4:00 PM, film 4:30 PM. RSVP (863) 999-4026.
Hosted by Worth and Purpose
Friday, November 13 · 6:00 PM
Polk Theatre
Free premiere of East Main Street, a documentary based on the life and work of Travis Doodles. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.; film begins at 7:00 p.m. Registration required.
Hosted by Leadership Institute
Saturday, September 26 · 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
FREE full-day training in Palm Beach Gardens on Saturday, Sept 26 for current and aspiring school board members, candidates, and grassroots conservatives who want to win their local school district. Presented by the Leadership Institute.
Hosted by Dan Weldon for Florida House District 64
Thursday, September 24 · 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
La Teresita
Campaign kickoff for Dan Weldon, Republican nominee for Florida House District 64. Thursday, September 24, 5:00–7:00 PM at La Teresita in Tampa. RSVP Info@WeldonForFlorida.com.
Hosted by Blaise Ingoglia for Chief Financial Officer
Tuesday, September 22 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Cleveland Heights Golf Course
Fundraising reception for Blaise Ingoglia for CFO. Tue Sep 22, 5:30–7:00 PM at Cleveland Heights Golf Course in Lakeland. $50 minimum. RSVP Kayla@BlaiseforFlorida.com.
Hosted by Blaise Ingoglia for Chief Financial Officer
Tuesday, September 22 · 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Sizzling Grill
Fundraising luncheon for Blaise Ingoglia for CFO. Tue Sep 22, 11:00 AM–12:30 PM at Sizzling Grill in Lake Wales. $50 minimum. RSVP Kayla@BlaiseforFlorida.com.
Friday, September 18 · 6:00 PM
Tom Fellows Community Center
Friday, Sept 18 · doors 6:00 PM · Tom Fellows Community Center, Davenport. Tickets $50, $75, or $100. Open to the public. Food, iced tea, lemonade, water, and a silent auction. Surplus funds party operations.
Hosted by Citizens Defending Freedom
Thursday, September 17 · 6:30 PM
Lake of the Hills Community Center
Citizens Defending Freedom's Faith in Action meeting with the Winter Haven 912 group. Doors open 6:30 PM, meeting begins 7:00 PM at the Lake of the Hills Community Center, Lake Wales.
