Happy Wednesday, Lakeland. In case you haven’t heard, there’s a new backyard party in town – and you can consider this your official invite. ✉️

Open seven days a week, The Yard On Mass (TYOM) – located at 802 N. Massachusetts Ave. – opened its doors this November. And not ones to ever miss a party – we booked it on over to see if the entertainment + food venue lived up to it’s pitcher perfect reputation. (Spoiler alert: It does.)

Because we know the most important pieces of information for any Lakelander, we’ll hit on them first: One, yes it is free to enter – both inside the space + outside in the backyard. Two, the parking (behind the building) is easy to navigate and is abundant.

What you can expect

A modern, minimalist, and industrial vibe, featuring a 25 ft. ceiling and wooden tables.
A giant “L-shaped” bar, rotating food trucks + an assortment of beers on tap.
Four large flatscreens to watch all the sports, movies + to keep up-to-date on the news (when you’re not reading LALtoday, of course).
The nicest owners, bartenders, food truck vendors, and waitstaff.
An ample number of outlets for laptops + chargers.
Free Wifi (Need we say more?).
Picnic tables with umbrella stands (in case it does that “Florida rain thing” for five minute intervals).
Backyard games galore.
Great walkability/access to the rest of downtown Lakeland.

#ProTips

Order the samosas + the burrito bowl from Manna International Streetfood when they’re there. Or the doughnut burger + fried pickles from Southern Munchies. Just trust us on this. (And bookmark this page to keep up with the food truck schedule in general).
To get an extra cozy feel – make sure to sit on the very “Friends-esque couch” in the corner inside the building.
If you haven’t stood up from your desk for most of the day (guilty), take advantage of the standing barrels outside.
Try out the rotating selection of beer, and make sure to drink all the Pinot Grigio. Not feeling a “drink, drink” today? Check out the assortment of soft drinks. We’re here for the tea, sis.
Come during the day for quieter working or study times, but don’t sleep on the night party for live music. You can find the nightly lineup of bands, here.
Follow TYOM on Facebook, Instagram + Twitter to stay up-to-date on all the new happenings.

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– LALtoday team (Jessica + Kaylee)