EVENTS

Weekly

Sweetwater Sunday Farmer's Market

Go down on the farm and shop for Florida-grown organic vegetables and herbs and fresh fruit from the orchard. Enjoy a picnic lunch, live music and vendors. Through May 30. Noon-3 pm. 6942 W. Comanche Ave. Info: sweetwater-organic.org/sunday-market/

Monthly

Heights Night Market (2nd Wednesdays)

Discover a rotating cast of artisans and makers offering handmade goods, jewelry, art, woodwork, unique gifts, live music and more during this family-friendly monthly market. 5:30-9:30 pm. 7th Ave in front of Armature Works. Info: armatureworks.com/

Rock the Park (1st Thursdays)

Enjoy Central FL’s best musicians once again live and from one of 20 socially distanced ‘pods’ in beautiful Curtis Hixon Park! Then remember to rock out all month long with curated Spotify playlists. Free. 7 pm. 600 N Ashley Dr. Info: facebook.com/RockThePark/

Third Thursday Market

Join us for a hip, fun nighttime gourmet food event featuring food trucks, cocktails, live music and more! Free, onsite parking and dog-friendly! 6-10pm. 1208 E. Kennedy Blvd.
Info: http://tampabaymarkets.com

Fresh Market at Wiregrass (1st & 3rd Saturdays)

Wesley Chapel: Discover the taste of summer all year long with fresh, organic produce, plants, unique handcrafted gifts and jewelry from local artisans accompanied by a variety of live music. 10am-3pm. 28211 Paseo Drive. Info: http://tampabaymarkets.com

Hyde Park Essentials Market (1st Sunday)

Browse more than 100 vendors offering fresh and organic fruits and veggies, locally prepared foods, handcrafted and artisan home décor, gifts and live music to serenade your Sunday. 10 am-3pm. 742 S. Village Circle. Info: http://tampabaymarkets.com

Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market (2nd Sunday)

Start your Sunday Funday by shopping a wide variety of unique gifts, clothes, healthy living products and more from your favorite market vendors. 11 am-3pm. 4500 N. Nebraska Ave.
Info: http://tampabaymarkets.com

Through August 28

Summer Classic Films

Beat the heat with 30 years of summer classics on the big screen, including Star Wars: A New Hope; In the Heat of the Night; Pulp Fiction; Rear Window; The Godfather; Blazing Saddles; The Wizard of Oz and more. Tickets. Various dates/times. 711 Franklin St. Info: tampatheatre.org

Sports

NHL Playoffs – Dates, locations TBA

Tampa Bay Lightning, 401 Channelside Dr., Info: tampabaylightning.com

August 13, 20, 27 (Preseason)

Sept. 11, 2022 – January 1, 2023 (Regular season)

Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy.,
Info: https://www.buccaneers.com/

June 17-19

AKC All-Breed Dog Show

Watch more than 2500 dogs and 200 breeds compete for the honor of top dog in a variety of classes like confirmation, dock diving, barn hunt, scent work, obedience, best in show, best puppy and more. Tickets. 8am-5pm.
4800 US Hwy 301 N.

Info: https://floridastatefair.com/events/

June 18

Juneteenth Celebration

Pay tribute with a community celebration featuring live music and DJs, family-friendly activities, Black-owned vendors, food trucks, health screenings and community organizations. Tickets. 3-9pm. 4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy. Info: www.roctheblock.com/

June 19

AfroCAN Fest

Experience a revolutionary outdoor summer celebration featuring art displays, live music, a Juneteenth history walk, fashion shows, Black-owned brands and special fire show at 6:19 pm. Tickets. 5-9 pm. 330 Commerce Club, Brandon. Info: www.tampa.gov/events/

June 24-26

Tampa Bay Boat Show

Drop anchor for everything from kayaks and stand-up paddle boards to cruisers and yachts, boating and fishing supplies and more during Tampa Bay’s largest summer boating event. Free. Fri & Sat: 10 am-6 pm; Sun: 10am-5pm. 4800 US Hwy 301 N.
Info: https://floridastatefair.com/events/

June 26

Remembering Whitney

Delight in the memories as Latraia Savage soars through two hours of Whitney’s top hits, including “I Will Always Love You,” “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” “How Will I Know,” “The Greatest Love of All,” and more. Tickets. 7:30 pm. Straz Center, 1010 McInnes Place. Info: www.strazcenter.org

June 29

The Masked Singer Live

Guess who’s inside the costume with the roadshow version of the popular reality show comes to town with favorite characters, amazing new songs, dance performances and surprise celebrity guests. Tickets. 7:30 pm. Straz Center, 1010 McInnes Place. Info: www.strazcenter.org

July 4

Boat Parade & Boom by the Bay

Ring in the holiday with a patriotic boat parade and blessing ceremony then enjoy a family-friendly Fourth featuring live entertainment, vendors, food and a choreographed fireworks show at dusk. Free. 5pm Boat Parade; 7pm Boom by the Bay. Various downtown locations.
Info: tampa.gov/events/boom or https://thetampariverwalk.com/

July 4

Fourth of July Cruises

Celebrate the stars and stripes with dinner, drinks and dancing under the stars or enjoy snacks and drinks aboard a viewing-only trip at sea. Both cruises offer the best seats in the house for a patriotic fireworks show! Tickets. 7-10pm. 603 Channelside Dr.
Info: yachtstarship.com/

July 9-10

Tampa Bay Home Show

Meet the home-improvement experts, discover great exhibits, seminars and see the latest trends in home remodeling, energy efficiency and outdoor leisure options. Free, tickets required. 10 am-5 pm. 333 S. Franklin St. Info: www.tampabay.com/

July 15-17

METROCON

Discover Florida’s largest gathering of anime, cosplay and gaming under one roof! Explore the video game arcade and human anime chess match along with celebrities, panelists, artists, costume contests, lip synch battles, mascot art and more! Tickets. Fri: 10 am-11:30 pm; Sat: 10am-10pm; Sun: 9am-5:30pm. 333 S. Franklin St. Info: https://metroconventions.com/

July 29-31

Tampa Bay Comic Book Convention

Browse and buy vintage and new comics, toys, cosplay and art, get autographs from authors, voice actors, creators and actors like Dean Cain, William Shatner, Summer Glau, Dante Basco, TWD’s Ross Marquand and more. Tickets. Fri: 11 am-10pm; Sat: 9am-10pm; Sun: 9am-5 pm. 333 S. Franklin St.
Info: https://tampabaycomicconvention.com/

August 4

Rock the Park 12th Anniversary

Celebrate 12 years of the free live monthly music showcase featuring Zeta the Babe and other special guests plus authentic Jamaican food from Jam Dish. Free. 6:30 pm. 600 N Ashley Dr.
Info: facebook.com/RockThePark/

August 5

Bolts Brew Fest

Feel the thunder with local craft beer tastings, interactive/oversized games, live music, photo ops, a VIP lounge and a special appearance by Thunderbug – all on Lightning home ice! Tickets. 8 pm. 401 Channelside Dr. Info: www.amaliearena.com

August 13

An Evening with Michael Bublé

The Grammy-winning, multi-platinum crooner is back on the road to entertain fans with more than two decades of favorite easy listening and jazz standards along with tunes from his newest release Higher. Tickets. 8 pm. 401 Channelside Dr. Info: www.amaliearena.com

August 18-21

US Gymnastics Championships

Witness breathtaking routines on parallel bars, balance beam, vault, floor exercise and more to award men’s and women’s all-around and individual national champions and name members of the US National Teams. Tickets. Various times. 401 Channelside Dr. Info: www.amaliearena.com

August 20 & 21

Tampa Bay Home & Garden Show

Browse the latest trends for kitchen, bath, flooring, windows, home protection, outdoor landscaping, pools/spas and more, including DIY and tips from the experts. Free admission. 8 am-5 pm. 333 S. Franklin St. Info: tampahomeshow.com

September 3

Rod Stewart

Celebrate 50 years of Sir Rod, including hits “Do Ya Think I’m Sexy,” “Tonight’s the Night,” “Young Turks,” “Forever Young,” “Maggie May” and more. With special guest Cheap Trick. Tickets. 7:30 pm. 401 Channelside Dr. Info: www.amaliearena.com

September 15

Kevin Hart

Get ready for some laughs as one of Forbes’ highest-earning stand-up comedians and attendance record-breakers brings a Reality Check to Tampa. This is a phone-free experience. Tickets. 7 pm. 401 Channelside Dr. Info: www.amaliearena.com

September 16-October 9

Picasso at the Lapin Agile by Steve Martin

Eavesdrop on a fictional 1904 conversation between Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein and imagined by actor/comedian Steve Martin that’s interrupted by an appearance of a familiar, if unnamed, visitor from Memphis via Tupelo. Tickets. Showtimes TBA. 1010 McInnes Place.
Info: www.strazcenter.org

September 24 & 25

David Spade

Enjoy a night of laughs as the Emmy-winning actor/writer/comedian reprises slapstick memories from Saturday Night Live, countless movie and TV roles and the standup circuit with two Tampa appearances on his Catch Me Inside tour. Tickets. Various times. Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St.
Info: www.tampatheatre.org

October 7-9

Oktoberfest Tampa

Pull on your lederhosen for a day of stein hoisting, keg stacking, Carry the Wench, corn hole and more before tapping into cold beer, authentic Bavarian food, treats and live music. Fun for all ages! Fri: 4-11 pm; Sat: 11am-11pm; Sun: 11am-6pm. 600 N Ashley Dr.
Info: oktoberfesttampa.com/

October 15

Hollywood Sings

Delight in scores from Hollywood’s glorious past and present, featuring Disney classics from Beauty and the Beast and Frozen, The Wizard of Oz, La La Land, Henry Mancini’s Moon River and more conducted by Michael Krajewski. Tickets. 8 pm. 1010 McInnes Place. Info: https://floridaorchestra.org/

October 16

Taste of Latino Festival

Bite into the ‘official sandwich of Tampa Bay,’ handcrafted by Florida Cuban sandwich artisans, with live entertainment, Cuban art, culture and the world’s largest Cuban Sandwich Contest. Free. 11am-6pm. 1800 E. 8th Ave., Ybor City. Info: https://tinyurl.com/2np6hn74

October 21

Evening of Ghosts, Monsters and Tales of Adventure

Join explorer, author and intrepid investigator Josh Gates (Expedition Unknown, Destination Truth) for lore and legends from his most spine-tingling expedition involving paranormal encounters and reports of cryptozoological creatures. Tickets. 8 pm. Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St.
Info: www.tampatheatre.org

October 28-30

Tattoo Arts Convention

Dive into the beauty of body art with costume contests, burlesque sideshows, kids’ trick or treating and special appearances from America’s Got Talent, Ringling Brothers, former Ink Master contestants and more. Tickets. Fri: 2-11pm; Sat:11am-11pm; Sun:11am-8pm. 333 S Franklin St.
Info: www.villainarts.com

October 29

Riverwalk Trick or Treat & Lighted Boat Parade

Bring the family and trick or treat from more than 50 treat stations, enjoy live music and entertainment, food and more from Water Works Park to the Marriott Water Street followed by the Halloween Lighted Boat parade. Free. 4-7 pm. Downtown Tampa. Info: thetampariverwalk.com

Nov. 5

Oddities & Curiosities Expo

Enter the world of the weird, including taxidermy, preserved specimens, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, funeral collectibles, handcrafted oddities, jewelry and more for lovers of the strange, unusual and bizarre. Tickets. 10am-6pm. 333 S Franklin St. Info: https://odditiesandcuriositiesexpo.com

RECOMMENDED

Anchor and Brine
505 Water Street, Tampa, FL 33602. 813-221-6391 | Daily 11am - Midnight.
tampamarriottwatersstreet.com

Seafood Forward Terrace Dining with a refined yet approachable seafood forward menu and beautifully styled raw bar, Anchor and Brine is situated on the water along Tampa’s Riverwalk with indoor and outdoor terrace dining options.

Garrison Tavern
505 Water Street, Tampa, FL 33602813-221-6390, Daily 11am - 2am | tampamarriottwatersstreet.com

A Modern Twist on a Neighborhood Public House Tampa-inspired fare is the hallmark of this Garrison Channel waterfront restaurant by world-renowned chef and restaurateur, Richard Sandoval. Enjoy made-from-scratch cuisine, local craft beers, handcrafted cocktails and the first virtual Topgolf Swing Suite. Tampa Marriott Water Street

The Great Room
505 Water Street, Tampa, FL 33602813-221-4900; tampamarriottwatersstreet.com | Open Nightly

Casual Waterfront Eats & Specialty Cocktails. When you just feel like kicking back for cocktails, lite bites and some great live tunes, the Marriott’s scenic waterfront Great Room & Patio is just the ticket. Lots of shareable plates make it a great hang for networking and catching up with friends.

Jackson’s Bistro
601 S Harbour Island Blvd. Tampa, FL 33602Open Daily For Lunch & Dinner, Sunday Brunch
813-277-0112 |  jacksonsbistro.com

Voted Best Sushi In Tampa
Jackson’s view alone makes it worth the visit and gives new meaning to the phrase “The Art  Of Entertaining” Professional service, wonderful food and a warm ambiance creates a true cultural experience. Whether you come for lunch, dinner or just relax at the famous waterfront bar, Jackson’s  always delivers a memorable dining experience that you won’t want to miss.

Tampa Airport Marriott
4200 George J. Bean Parkway, Tampa, FL 33607
Call for hours 813-879-5151 | tampamarriottairport.com

Your Oasis Awaits
Delicious dining options. A sparkling outdoor  pool. And all the comforts of home in the tranquil peace and quiet of your guest room. Located a short indoor walk down the terminal to our front desk, Tampa Airport Marriott gives you everything you need to relax and unwind when you’re in town. It’s everything you need when you want to get away, and it’s all perfectly located inside Tampa International Airport.

Wine Exchange Bistro & Wine Bar
1609 W. Snow Avenue, Tampa, FL 33606
S 11:30am-9pm M- Th 11:30am-10pm F-S 11:30am-11pm
813-254-9463 |  wineexchangetampa.com

Taste The Quality
The Wine Exchange Bistro & Wine Bar in Hyde Park Village  has been dishing out great food and exceptional wines since  1990. With a reverential nod to the street side cafés of Europe,  the Wine exchange offers a welcoming and relaxing respite  from the everyday toil. Taste wines from all over the globe in our  crystal stemware, while sitting on the patio, or take in the  surrounding scenery sipping martinis at our fully stocked bar. The Great Room & Patio

Shula’s Steak House
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center
1714 SW 34th St., Gainesville (305-664-2321)
shulas.com.

If you love Don Shula’s famous steaks, you’ll really flip over his fresh, juicy char grilled burgers. The legendary NFL Coach raises the bar with a big beefy patty that is always made fresh from his own signature blend of Premium Black Angus Chuck, Short Rib and brisket, perfectly seasoned and served with lettuce, tomato, pickle and your choice of cheese on a brioche style bun. Once you’ve tackled one of these bad boys, you’ll never suffer another “Mac-Attack” again.

Tampa Marriott Water Street
505 Water Street, Tampa, FL 33602
813-221-4900; | tampamarriottwatersstreet.com
Open Nightly | Casual Waterfront Eats & Specialty Cocktails

When you just feel like kicking back for cocktails, lite bites and some great live
tunes, the Marriott’s scenic waterfront Great Room & Patio is just the ticket. Lots of shareable plates make it a great hang for networking and catching up with friends.

Hyde Park

Hyde Park Village today is a charming area with locally owned national boutiques and restaurants.A historic neighborhood and district located within the city limits of Tampa. It includes Bayshore Boulevard, Hyde Park Village

and SoHo. Hyde Park is located adjacent to the University of Tampa and Downtown.

The neighborhood history begins back in the 1880s when railroad financier Henry B. Plant built the first bridge across the Hillsborough River at Lafayette Street (now John F. Kennedy Blvd). The first house was built by James Watrous in 1882. Growth occurred rapidly and a street car line was put in on Swann Ave and Rome Ave. This is

the reason for the wideness of the two streets, while most in the neighborhood are much narrower.

The area where Old Hyde Park Village is today was originally called Cork Ave. Dakota Ave., Cork Ave., and Inman Ave. all intersected near where the British pay phone sits today. The only portion left of Cork Ave. today is called Snow Ave. Hyde Park Village today is a charming area with locally-owned and national boutiques and restaurants

AMALIE ARENA

401 Channelside Dr., Tampa, FL 33602

813-301-6500; amaliearena.com

World-Class Experience At Every Game

The former Tampa Bay Times Forum reinvented itself with over $40 million in improvements that

have clearly revolutionized the industry. Come enjoy Florida’s premier entertainment venue, home of the 2004 Stanley Cup Champion Tampa Bay Lightning and Tampa Bay Storm - five-time Arena Football Champion.

CRUISE PORT TAMPA BAY

1101 Channelside Dr., Tampa, FL 33602

800-741-2297; porttb.com

Year ‘Round and Seasonal Cruises

Embark on a cruise from downtown Tampa to exotic locations in the Western Caribbean such as Belize, Honduras, Grand Cayman and Mexico. Select an itinerary from 4 to 14 days that meets your schedule on one of the top cruise lines in the world. Enhance your stay in Tampa Bay with a cruise that will create a lifetime memory. Give Tampa a try!

DAVIDOFF OF GENEVA

Metwest International Shopping Center

4142 Boy Scout Blvd.

Tampa FL 33607

813-513-7560

davidofftampa.com

M & Tu: 9am - Midnight; W & Th: 9am - 1am | F & Sa: 9am - 2am; Su: 10am - Midnight

The Ultimate Premium Cigar Experience

You’ll find only the best cigars and libations at this smoking hot cigar emporium which boasts over 5,000 square feet of humidified space, multiple lounges both indoor and out, and a elegant full service bar with over 100 different spirits. In addition to Davidoff, Camacho, Avo, Room 101, BG Meyer, Griffin’s and Zino Platinum Cigars, you can also savor special featured cigars from renowned brands like Padron, MyFather Montecristo, Ashton, Fuente, Tatuaje and Illusione. The store features a big assortment of pipes, humidors, lighters, cutters and other smoking accessories, as well.

EBOATS TAMPA

333 South Franklin St

Tampa, FL 33602

M-Su 10am - 10pm

813-767-2245; eBoatsTampa.com

Relaxing And Eco-Friendly

Virtually silent, easy to operate, environmentally friendly, comfortable and a unique way to enjoy Tampa. Rent one of our electric boats today and experience Tampa in a whole new way. Our boats are very easy to operate and we provide a brief orientation to make sure you are comfortable. Our guests have described it “like driving a golf cart on the water.”

FLORIDA AQUARIUM

701 Channelside Dr.,

Tampa, FL 33602

M-Su 9:30am - 5pm

813-273-4000; flaquarium.org

Getting Involved

Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. this large scale 250,000 square foot aquarium is publicly operated as a 501 not-for-profit organization. Come see why it is ranked as one of the Top 10 Aquariums in the country by Trip Advisor as well as one of the Top 5 “Kid-Friendly Aquariums” by Parents Magazine!

FOX HOLLOW GOLF CLUB

10050 Robert Trent Jones Parkway

Trinity, FL 34655

Call For Hours

727-376-6333; golfthefox.com

Tampa’s Finest Semi-Private Golf Country Club

Designed by the world-famous golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. Fox Hollow Golf Club has hosted local qualifiers for the US Open as well as qualifying for the PGA Tour’s Valspar Championship. The par 71 championship layout winds through gently rolling terrain, large oaks and many lakes. Excellent course conditions, competitive prices and friendly service.

STRAZ CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS

1010 N W.C. MacInnes Place,

Tampa, FL 33602

813-229-7827; strazcenter.org

Anything Can Happen!

Since 1987, the Straz Center has welcomed nearly 20 million guests. In a typical season, more than 600,000 patrons attend 1,500+ events here. As one of the largest performing arts complexes in the country, this 335,000 square-foot world-class venue boasts one of the nation’s leading Broadway series. It’s also nationally renowned for producing grand opera, and presenting a wide variety of concerts, performances and events. The Straz is also home to the Patel Conservatory which annually serves nearly 65,000 students with a variety of educational activities and classes.

TAMPA BAY DOWNS

11225 Race Track Road

Tampa, FL 33626

Call For Hours

813-855-4401; tampabaydowns.com

Live Racing - Simulcast Action - Poker - Golf

A Premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s West Coast for thoroughbred racing. Visit The Silks Poker Room with high stakes action to test out your real “poker face.” Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are available throughout the facility. Families can hang out in the picnic area during the races. There truly is something for everybody at Tampa Bay Downs.

TAMPA BAY CITY PASS

Participating Attractions

888-330-5008; citypass.com/tampa

Get up to 53% Off Tampa’s Top Attractions! Save 53% on combined admission to Bush Gardens Tampa Bay and four additional area attractions including The Florida Aquarium, Tampa’s Lowery Park Zoo, Clearwater Marine Aquarium and your choice between the Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) or the Chihuly Collection. CITYPASS is valid for 9 consecutive days beginning with the first use.

ZOO TAMPA

Lowry Park

1101 W Sligh Ave. Tampa, Fl

33604

Daily 9:30 am - 5 pm

813-9358552;

zootampa.org.

Featured On Animal Planet | Voted the #1Family Friendly Zoo in the US,

this 65 acre lush tropical habitat is home to more than 1300 resident animals and offers lots of opportunities to get up close and personal with giraffes, rhinos, exotic birds, stingrays and more. The emphasis here is on endangered and vulnerable species as well as on conservation and education. Love manatees? At the David A. Straz Jr. Manatee Hospital, the Zoo’s veterinary and animal-care staff treat sick, injured and orphaned manatees before returning them to the wild after rehabilitation. The Zoo also cares for the most diverse group of Florida wildlife anywhere, and has won numerous awards for animal preservation. There’s also a cool splash pad for kids, rides and play areas.

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