Haines City, which is often called the "Heart of Florida" due to its central location, has plenty of resources to help you with the wedding planning process.

Haines City has seen rapid growth over the past few years, but it still maintains its small-town charm and some scenic, peaceful retreats.

Make sure you check out Florida FFA Leadership Training Center, which is the perfect venue if you are planning a wedding weekend.

The center is situated on 120 acres overlooking Lake Pierce, and features outdoor ceremony sites under palm trees and accommodations for out-of-town wedding guests at Ben Hill Griffin Lodge. You can also rent one of its private villas, such as Bowen Brothers Villa or FFA Penny Harvest Villa.

The training center also offers opportunities for boating and fishing, playing paintball, tennis, basketball, and volleyball.

For custom wedding cakes or cupcake wedding tiers, make sure you stop into Cakes 4 The Memories, which features over 30 different specialty flavors.

Haines City is home to several parks you can enjoy during your free time, including 8 Acre Park, Boomerang Park, Lake Eva Park, Railroad Park, Cook Field, and Larry Parrish Complex. You can also go golfing at Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club, Diamondback Golf Club, or Grenelefe Golf & Tennis Resort.

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