Upcoming Events

Thu, Apr 30
24th Annual Luau Presented by Citizens Bank & Trust
Citizens Bank & Trust
RSVP
Apr 30, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Citizens Bank & Trust, 402 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Join us for a "Taste of Lakeland" event featuring local restaurants providing samples of their favorite dishes, and stay until the end for a chance to win one of many prizes!
Multiple Dates
Tue, May 12
ProDev Committee Meeting
The Joinery
RSVP
May 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
The Joinery, 640 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Empowering young professionals through programs that spark growth, build skills, and strengthen Lakeland’s future.
Multiple Dates
Wed, May 13
Marketing + Events Committee Meeting
Catapult Lakeland
RSVP
May 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Catapult Lakeland, 502 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801
The Events & Marketing committees meet together to plan and promote upcoming Events for EMERGE throughout 2026.
Multiple Dates
Fri, May 15
Membership Committee Meeting
Publix Super Market at Lake Miriam
RSVP
May 15, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Publix Super Market at Lake Miriam, 4730 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813
Membership Matters: Drive Growth and Expand the EMERGE Community
Multiple Dates
Wed, May 20
Volunteer Committee Meeting
Furr, Wegman & Banks Architects
RSVP
May 20, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Furr, Wegman & Banks Architects, 625 E Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33801
Join us as we discuss and plan for our upcoming volunteer efforts in 2026.
Multiple Dates
Wed, Jul 08
Marketing Committee Meeting
Catapult Lakeland
RSVP
Jul 08, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Catapult Lakeland, 502 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801
Share. Engage. Inspire.
Sat, Dec 05
Christmas Cards & Cocoa
COhatch Lakeland
RSVP
Dec 05, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
COhatch Lakeland, 211 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Come join the fun at "Christmas Cards & Cocoa," a special family friendly event put together by the EMERGE Lakeland's Volunteer Committee!
Fri, Apr 24
EMERGE Volunteers in Swan-Land
Lake Mirror
Details
Apr 24, 2026, 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Lake Mirror, Lake Mirror, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Serve, smile, and make a splash 🦢 Join EMERGE at Swan Derby as we bring games, smiles, and high-energy fun to the Swan-Land Kids Area. Good vibes, big community energy, and a chance to serve alongside fellow young professionals!
Membership Offer
Mon, Apr 20
Follow the Leaders 2026: Higher Education
Florida Southern College - Thrift Room
Details
Apr 20, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Florida Southern College - Thrift Room, 905 South Blvd
This EMERGE Signature Event will be a panel discussion in a question-and-answer format to discuss how Higher Education and young professionals can work together to help Lakeland's future workforce.
Thu, Apr 16
New Member Mingle at Parlor Doughnuts
Parlor Doughnuts
Details
Apr 16, 2026, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Parlor Doughnuts, 351 E Bay St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Kickstart your day with fellow EMERGE members, coffee, and some gourmet doughnuts!
Membership Offer
Tue, Apr 07
Flying Tigers vs. Daytona Tortugas
Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium
Details
Apr 07, 2026, 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805, USA
It's Community Night at Tiger Town! Come join EMERGE and other LKLD organizations to cheer on the Flying Tigers.
Multiple Dates
Tue, Mar 24
EMERGing Book Club - The Final Meeting
CORE Wealth Advisors (downtown)
Details
Mar 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
CORE Wealth Advisors (downtown), 124 Florida Ave S, 4th floor, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
If personal growth is your thing, this is your event. Join EMERGE’s book club. We’re kicking things off with a 4-part discussion of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Grab your copy and come grow with us.
Sat, Mar 07
EMERGE Volunteers: Center for Independent Living
33805 Area of Lakeland
Details
Mar 07, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:10 PM
33805 Area of Lakeland, Lakeland, FL 33805, USA
EMERGE Volunteers are rolling up their sleeves for something that matters. This isn't just volunteering. It's helping someone stay independent at home. Real impact. Real teamwork.
Thu, Feb 26
Network & Chill
Palace Pizza Patio (Downtown)
Details
Feb 26, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Palace Pizza Patio (Downtown), 114 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
Ready to meet new people without the pressure? Network & Chill is back! Think speed‑dating, but for building your Lakeland crew. You’ll rotate through quick, fun conversations with other young professionals, make connections faster than you expected, and maybe even walk away with a few new friends.
Thu, Feb 12
EMERGE 2026 Membership Drive
Rooftop Garden Bar - Bonnet Springs Park
Details
Feb 12, 2026, 6:15 PM – 9:30 PM
Rooftop Garden Bar - Bonnet Springs Park, 400 Bonnet Spgs Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33815, USA
The 2026 Membership Drive is a relaxed, high‑vibe night to meet new people, find your place, and get the inside scoop on what EMERGE is all about.
Thu, Jan 22
Gospel Village Outreach BBQ
Gospel Village
Details
Jan 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Gospel Village, 1109 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801, USA
This is an opportunity to not only serve the homeless of our community but to engage with them as fellow human beings, reinforcing the message that they are not alone in their journey from homelessness.
Thu, Dec 11
Bucs vs Falcons Watch Party
Duke's Brewhouse
Details
Dec 11, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Duke's Brewhouse, 4960 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813, USA
Join us for a casual Bucs game watch party at Dukes!
Multiple Dates
Wed, Dec 10
Marketing Committee Meeting
CoHatch
Details
Dec 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
CoHatch, 211 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801
The Events & Marketing committees will meet together to plan and promote upcoming Events for EMERGE throughout 2025.