In 2024, Bonnet Springs Park once again served as a vibrant community centerpiece, expanding our educational programs, growing volunteer, staff, and board engagement, and maintaining a welcoming and enriching environment rooted in our mission to connect nature, culture, recreation, and education. Discover the full impact and insights by exploring our 2024 Annual Report.
Lakeland, FL., April 16, 2025 – Central Florida has something to celebrate: Bonnet Springs Park has been named USA Today’s “Best City Park” of 2025, a national recognition fueled by public votes and incredible community support. It’s a joyful milestone for a park that’s only been open for two years. Nestled between downtown Lakeland and
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Bonnet Springs Park invites vendors to submit proposals to provide for the expansion of the south parking lot at Bonnet Springs Park, located on 3.20 acres of undeveloped property. The Request for Proposals provides vendors with the relevant operational, performance, application, and construction requirements that must be fulfilled.
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Bonnet Springs Park had a remarkable year in 2023, highlighted by engaging events, expanded educational programs, and new initiatives! Volunteers, staff, and board were pivotal, dedicating numerous hours to maintain the Park’s welcoming atmosphere and activities. These collective efforts ensured a vibrant community space, making 2023 an exceptional year for Bonnet Springs Park! Our 2023
Bonnet Springs Park was awarded funding through the 2023 Empower Polk Grant through the GiveWell Community Foundation to help us streamline our event booking process. With GiveWell’s support, we were able to continue our implementation of a highly regarded and rated Events Software System. This software has helped BSP’s internal capacity to be more effective
Step into the pages of our Annual Report as we unveil a year of transformation, conservation, and community vibrance in Bonnet Springs Park. From the vibrant scene of nature to groundbreaking initiatives, this report encapsulates the essence of our journey over the past year.
Lakeland, FL., June 9, 2022 – Bonnet Springs Park is proud to announce an official grand opening date of October 22, 2022. Located just outside of downtown Lakeland, the 168-acre park serves to unify the city’s diverse population by providing engaging opportunities in education and recreation. Strategically positioned between Tampa and Orlando just minutes off
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Interested to learn more about the behind-the-scenes work in 2021? We have compiled all of our construction updates, information about the Bonnet Springs Park team, community engagement, newsworthy moments, and much more from the last year! Take a look at our 2021 Annual Report to see what we’ve been up to.
Lakeland, FL., May 2, 2022 – Bonnet Springs is honored to be presented the Environmental Stewardship Achievement Award from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Southwest District. The award recognizes the work that Bonnet Springs Park has completed alongside the Department of Environmental Protection on behalf of the Protecting Florida Together Initiative. “Bonnet Springs
Lakeland, FL., April 7, 2022 – The Ruthvens are pleased to announce a gift of $1 Million to The Carol Jenkins Barnett Endowment, to fund The Ruthven Family Playground at Bonnet Springs Park. The Ruthvens are one of Central Florida’s oldest locally owned commercial real estate firms, specializing in developing and leasing warehouse and industrial
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Bonnet Springs Park is a privately developed public park that depends solely on public support. There are several ways that you can help make this dream for Lakeland's future generations become reality, and make it possible for friends and families to create endless memories at the park.
There are many ways you can help in the enabling of this magnificent regional park, from one-time to reoccurring volunteer opportunities. Bonnet Springs Park is looking for volunteers, sponsors, patrons, and professional services to help in the design and implementation.
Bonnet Springs Park is a privately developed public park that depends solely on public support. There are several ways that you can help make this dream for Lakeland's future generations become reality, and make it possible for friends and families to create endless memories at the park.
There are many ways you can help in the enabling of this magnificent regional park, from one-time to reoccurring volunteer opportunities. Bonnet Springs Park is looking for volunteers, sponsors, patrons, and professional services to help in the design and implementation.