Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 11 AM to 2 PM · Downtown Lakeland
Everything to expect on event day, so all you have to do is show up hungry and friendly.
11 AM to 2 PM
The table stretches through the heart of downtown. Exact entry points and the full table layout will be posted here as we get closer to event day.
Save your free seat on Eventbrite so we know how many chairs to set.
Interactive map coming soon.
We're building a full map of the tables, booths, food, and parking, check back before event day for the interactive version.
All city-owned parking downtown is free on weekends, garages, lots, and on-street spaces alike. Munn Park is walkable from every downtown garage and lot.
See the full parking rundown, garages, lots, and street parking →
VISTE's collection tent will be on site, drop off your item when you arrive. They're collecting cotton balls, single toothbrushes, 7.6 oz toothpaste, kitchen sponges, Band-Aids, and disinfecting wipes for their Personal Care Boxes. Learn more about VISTE.
Yes. The Longest Table is a free community event, always has been. We just ask you to reserve a seat so we know how many chairs to set.
A free ticket helps us plan. Grab yours on Eventbrite, it takes less than a minute.
We're planning for a sunny November afternoon. If the weather turns, we'll post updates here and in the Facebook group, so check back or follow along there as event day gets closer.
Very. Expect family-friendly activities and entertainment throughout the afternoon.
Downtown Lakeland's city garages, lots, and street parking are all free on weekends. See the full rundown on our Parking page.
Ask in The Longest Table Lakeland Facebook group, or check the main event page, and a committee member will get you an answer.