50th Annual Lake Wales Pioneer Days — Saturday
Hosted by Lake Wales History Museum
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.
The Lake Wales History Museum presents the 50th Annual Lake Wales Pioneer Days Festival, a free community heritage celebration at Lake Wailes Park.
Saturday begins with the Pioneer Hour ceremony at 10:00 a.m., including presentation of the 2026 Pioneer of the Year award.
Festival highlights
- Heritage Village with early American trades and hands-on historical demonstrations
- Community Market featuring artisan crafts, handmade goods, local art, and food vendors
- Live music, storytellers, and other entertainment
- Family Fun zone with activities including a petting zoo, pumpkin-patch crafts, and interactive games
- Beers with Pioneers, with craft beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages available throughout the weekend
Festival admission is free. Food, beverages, and vendor purchases are separate. Official information: lakewaleshistory.org/pioneerdays. Questions: 863-676-1759 or pioneerdays@lakewaleshistory.org.
The festival continues Sunday, October 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.