The Brief The beloved Florida Citrus Festival is returning to Winter Haven after being closed for nearly two decades. After nearly two decades, the historic Florida Citrus Festival is being revived in Polk County. The Florida Citrus Festival in Winter Haven was a big, nationwide event that started in 1924 as the Polk County Orange Festival. What they're saying:The Dundee Citrus Growers Association is a citrus cooperative, representing more than 100 growers across the state. Image 1 of 2 ▼"Our ultimate goal is to spread the word and make sure people know Florida citrus is still here," Steven Callaham, CEO of Dundee Citrus Growers Association, said.