Gardens & music
Bok Tower Gardens
1151 Tower Blvd
Explore the gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. and the 205-foot Singing Tower. Its 60-bell carillon is one of Lake Wales’ defining sounds.
Explore the story
Florida’s ridge country
Lake Wales visitor guide
Gardens, historic streets, lakefront afternoons, and the people who give this place its character.
Places to visit
A day around Lake Wales
Architecture & local life
Historic downtown
Park Avenue & Market Avenue
Take a walk through the historic commercial district, stop for a meal, and see the Rhodesbilt Arcade on Park Avenue. WorkLW is inside the historic building, in Suite 37.
Explore the storySpend time by Lake Wailes
Visit Lake Wailes Park, the lakefront gathering place that hosts local art and heritage festivals.
Lake Wailes ParkFollow the history
Discover the historic Arcade and the Olmsted planning legacy, then meet the people and organizations shaping Lake Wales today.
Music, art & community
Events worth knowing
Daily · 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.
Singing Tower Carillon Concerts
Hear the carillon across Bok Tower Gardens. Check the gardens’ current calendar before planning your visit.
Event detailsAnnual · Dates to be confirmed
Lake Wales Arts Show
A juried outdoor show at Lake Wailes Park, bringing painting, sculpture, ceramics and fine craft to the lakefront.
Event details2026 edition: October 24–25 · Past event
Lake Wales Pioneer Days Festival
The heritage festival brings historical demonstrations, pioneer crafts, a market and entertainment to Lake Wailes Park. The next edition’s dates are not yet listed here.
Event detailsMonthly · Confirm the next gathering
WorkLW Coworking Meetup
Meet founders, freelancers and neighbors at the historic Arcade. Contact WorkLW for the next gathering’s date.
Event detailsA little work between exploring?
WorkLW offers coworking and a podcast studio inside the Rhodesbilt Arcade. Drop in, meet the room, and make downtown your base for the day.