Sports
Through September 21
Tampa Bay Rays
Score a home run as the Rays welcome various MLB teams to Steinbrenner Field
for a great day at the ball park with Junior Caminero, Jonathan Aranda, Mason
Montgomery, and Raymond! Tickets. Various game times take place at 1
Steinbrenner Dr. Info: www.mlb.com/rays
JUNE
June 12-22
Tampa Bay Restaurant Week
Discover the hottest new eateries or visit old favorites featuring
multiple-course price fixe lunch and dinner menus and drink specials across the
area. A portion of proceeds benefits Feeding Tampa Bay. Various hours,
locations. Info: https://tampabayrestaurantweek.com
June 14
Juneteenth Cultural Celebration
Tampa: Enjoy a lively community Freedom Day celebration, featuring art-making,
live music and cultural performances, gallery discussions, photo ops, local
vendors, and more! Free, tickets required. Takes place 11am-4pm at 120 W
Gasparilla Plz. Info: https://tampamuseum.org
June 19
Cultural Couture Ball
Tampa: Discover an unforgettable evening of melanated elegance and culture
featuring Afro-inspired fashion, live music, art and fine dining with sunset
views of the Hillsborough River. Tickets. Takes place 7pm at 402 W Laurel St.
Info: www.roctheblockinc.com
June 21
Juneteenth - R.O.C. The Block Festival
Tampa: Celebrate with a community block party featuring live DJs, artistic
dance performances, live music, a kids’ zone, food trucks, Black-owned and
community vendors, health screenings and more! Tickets. 3-9pm. Takes place at
4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy.
Info: www.roctheblockinc.com
JULY
The Heights District Fourth of July
Tampa: Bring the family for patriotic fun featuring a live riverfront concert,
hot dog eating contests, interactive kids’ games, and a boat parade before the
skies light up with a dazzling fireworks show over the Hillsborough River. Free.
Takes place 4-10pm at 1910 Ola Ave.
Info: https://armatureworks.com
July 4th Boat Parade & Boom by the Bay
Tampa: Enjoy live entertainment,
including a star-spangled water ski show, patriotic boat parade and blessing of
the fleet, live music and great food followed by an explosive, choreographed
fireworks show at dusk. Free. Takes place 6-9:30pm at 1001 N Blvd.
Info: https://thetampariverwalk.com/
July 12 & 13
Sponge Docks Craft Festival
Tarpon Springs: Explore locally handmade jewelry, ceramics, photography,
painting and more, plus soaps and unique gifts along the famous Sponge Docks
and steps away from the best Greek restaurants, markets and bakeries in the US!
Free. Takes place Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am-5pm at 735 Dodecanese Blvd. Info: https://spongedocks.net
July 25-27
METROCON
Tampa: Florida’s hottest anime gathering features live action DREAM/fight LIVE!
performances choreographed fire dancing, monster wrestling, costume contests,
celebrities, live music, raves, and more! Tickets. Takes place Fri: 10am-11;
Sat: 9a-11pm; pm; Sun: 9am-3pm at 333 S. Franklin St. Info: https://metroconventions.com/
AUGUST
August 1
Bolts Brew Fest
Tampa: Feel the Thunder with live music, craft brews and liquors, interactive
and oversized games, photo ops, a VIP lounge, and a special appearance by
Thunderbug – all on Lightning home ice! Tickets. Takes place 8 pm at 401
Channelside Dr. Info: www.amaliearena.com
August 1
VooDoo Signature Chef Progressive Dinner
Tampa: This unique dining experience features five courses, all handcrafted
by five of Tampa’s top chefs, and exquisitely paired with five sumptuous wines,
to kick off a weekend of VooDoo Bash culinary charity celebrations. Tickets.
Takes place 6-10pm at 2010 N 14th St. Info: www.voodoocheffoundation.com
August 1-3
Tampa Bay Comic Convention
Tampa: Find vintage and new comics, cosplay, anime and art, plus photo ops,
autographs, fan-cosplay meetups, actors, including John Rhys-Davies, Lou
Diamond Phillips, Lou Ferrigno, and Joey Fatone, voice actors, creators, and
more! Tickets. Takes place Fri: 12pm-10pm; Sat: 10am-10pm; Sun: 10am-5 pm at
333 S. Franklin St. Info: https://tampabaycomicconvention.com
August 2
VooDoo Bash
Tampa: Savor unique burgers handcrafted by local chefs and restauranteurs, plus
a delectable dessert bar, live music, celebrity judges, silent auction and more
to benefit local culinary students. Tickets. Takes place 3-9pm at 2010 N 14th
St. Info: www.voodoocheffoundation.com
August 15-17
Monster Jam
Tampa: Feel the thrills as 12,000 lb. trucks and world champion drivers
tear up the dirt with high-flying action and jaw-dropping stunts, snap a selfie
and get autographs in at the Pit Party, or come early for the Trackside
Experience. It’s a weekend of non-stop excitement! Tickets. Takes place Fri:
7pm; Sat: 1 and 7pm; Sun: 1pm at 401 Channelside Dr. Info: www.amaliearena.com
August 30
Stevie Nicks
Tampa: Experience the magic of this Rock & Roll Hall of Famer for a night
of timeless hits, including "Edge of Seventeen," “Rhiannon,”
"Landslide," and more live in concert. Don’t miss your chance to see
one of music’s greatest legends live! Tickets. Showtime 7pm at 401 Channelside
Dr. Info: www.amaliearena.com
SEPTEMBER
September 13
Benson Boone
Tampa: Don’t miss this high-energy performance featuring powerful vocals, emotional
lyrics and an electrifying stage presence as Boone makes his spectacular debut
in support of his new album American Heart (out June 20). Tickets.
Showtime 8pm at 401 Channelside Dr. Info: www.amaliearena.com
September 19
Art & Aces
Tampa: Place your bets on an unforgettable night of entertainment, table games
and slots featuring live entertainment, heavy hors d’oeuvres drinks and more!
Proceeds support the Museum’s inclusive art education programs. Ages 21+.
Tickets. Takes place 8-11pm at a TBA location. Info: https://tampamuseum.org
OCTOBER
October 10-12
Oktoberfest
Tampa: Dust off your steins for a day of games like stein hoisting, keg
stacking, Carry the Wench, corn hole and more, before tapping into cold beer,
authentic Bavarian food, treats and live music. It’s fun for all ages! Tickets.
Takes place Fri: 4-11 pm; Sat: 11am-11pm; Sun: 11am-6pm at 600 N Ashley Dr.
Info: oktoberfesttampa.com/
October 17-19
Tampa Bay Home Show
Tampa: This fall tradition brings together landscapers, pool and spa
professionals, builders, and contractors to help turn your dream home or DIY home
improvement project into a
reality. Free. Takes place 8am-5pm at 333 S Franklin St. Info: www.tampahomeshow.com
October 25 & 26
Hyde Park Village Art Fair
Tampa: Stroll the historic brick-lined streets while shopping for life-size
sculptures, spectacular paintings, unique jewelry, photography, ceramics and
more from more than 100 exhibitors in this open-air arts market. Free. Takes
place 10am-5pm at 1622 Snow Ave. Info: www.artfestival.com
October 25 & 26
Craft Festival at the Shops at Wiregrass
Wesley Chapel: This outdoor artisan market offers handcrafted fine art,
including painting, sculpture, photography, jewelry, and mixed media, plus unique
lifestyle gifts, soaps, lotions, plants, handbags, pet accessories and more. Takes place 10am-5pm at 28211 Paseo Dr.
Info: www.artfestival.com
October 25
Riverwalk Trick or Treat & Lighted Boat Parade
Tampa: Trick or treat a 1.5-mile waterfront trail featuring treat stations,
live music, food and street performers, then enjoy an eerie lighted flotilla of
‘ghost’ boats gliding along the Hillsborough River followed by a family movie
in the park. Free. 4-7 pm; Boat parade: 6:30-9pm. Takes place in downtown
Tampa. Info: https://thetampariverwalk.com
October 26
Ford’s Taste of Latino Festival
Tampa: Enjoy authentic Latin food, including an empanada smackdown and Top
Latino Chef Contest, live Latin music and dance performances, and recognition
of Florida Latino & Latina Líderes at this annual family-friendly festival.
Free. 12-6pm. Takes place at 1800 E. 8th Ave.
Info: www.tasteoflatino.com