Arts & Culture

Vacation Rentals Near RP Funding Center

Just west of downtown Lakeland, minutes from downtown and Dixieland rentals.

About RP Funding Center

The RP Funding Center is Lakeland's hub for big-ticket entertainment, combining the 8,000-seat Jenkins Arena, the roughly 2,200-seat Youkey Theatre and over 100,000 square feet of convention and exhibition space. Formerly the Lakeland Center, it hosts touring concerts, family shows, Broadway-style productions, sporting events, trade shows and conventions throughout the year. Its location just west of downtown makes it easy to pair an event with Lakeland's restaurants and lakeside walks. Staying in a downtown or Dixieland vacation rental puts you within a few minutes of the doors, so you can skip the long highway drive home after a late show.

Highlights

8,000-seat Jenkins Arena for concerts, sports and family showsHistoric 2,200-seat Youkey Theatre for performing arts and touring productionsOver 100,000 sq ft of convention and exhibition spaceHosts 400+ events annually just west of downtown Lakeland

Visitor Tips

→Check the venue's event calendar before booking; concerts and conventions can sell out nearby parking.
→The box office typically opens about 90 minutes before events if you prefer in-person tickets.
→Staying downtown lets you walk or take a short ride and avoid post-event traffic on I-4.