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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Tampa Bay
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
March 02, 2026 02:36 PM
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Brianna Williams
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Tampa Bay drawing classes
We’ve rounded up figure drawing, pastels, and colored pencil classes around town.
May 18, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Arts
Upcoming concerts and shows in Tampa Bay, FL
From throwback gems like Counting Crows to Alicia Keys, we’ve got all the concerts and shows to spice up your summer.
May 12, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
Shelves of books at Oxford Exchange
Arts
Tampa Bay book clubs
Check out local fiction, new and noteworthy, and niche book clubs across our area.
May 10, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Arts
Tampa International Fringe Festival preview
Stop by this year’s festival for comedy, love stories, and a mystic rock opera.
May 8, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
Slideshow of photographs and paintings by Imogen Cunningham and Steven Kenny
Sponsored
Inside two new exhibitions coming to the Polk Museum of Art this spring + summer
Lakelanders can see the stunning works of Imogen Cunningham now through July 15 and Steven Kenny now through August 6.
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Tampa Bay painting classes
Here’s where to take watercolor, oil, and other painting courses
April 18, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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This Sarasota vintage shop sells to “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”
Watch for the vintage pieces to be featured in the new season of the hit Amazon Prime series
April 14, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Arts
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor awards Taylor Swift the key to the city
And the opportunity to take up the job for the day
April 10, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Water Street’s new event offers a digital detox
Just this year, the neighborhood has introduced a fresh market, multiple restaurants, and a plethora of events.
April 6, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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New Tampa Performing Arts Center opens this weekend
The 20,000-sqft center will host musical theatre performances and more.
March 23, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Embrace the changing of the season with these festivals, outdoor concerts, markets, and other fall-themed events.
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Bailey LeFever
St. Pete's waterfront. Palm trees line the water, with condo towers and high rises in the distance, with their reflections visible in the water. The sky is mostly blue with some clouds dotted around. Boats are in the marina.
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Flow at these Tampa Bay area yoga studios
Check out these 15 yoga studios around the Big Guava and the Burg that offer hot, aerial, yin, vinyasa, and more yoga studio offerings.
September 3, 2025
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Business
Snag matchbooks at these Tampa Bay eateries
Collect colorful and locally-branded matchbooks at these Tampa, St. Pete, and beachfront spots.
September 2, 2025
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Check out 4 new hotels going up in the Tampa Bay area
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City
Visit these “The Summer I Turned Pretty"-esque spots in Tampa Bay
Pretend you’re Belly, Jeremiah, or Conrad and spend summery moments at these Tampa and St. Pete restaurants, parks, and other local gems.
August 25, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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Wellness
Check out Skin Pharm, South Tampa’s bougie new med spa
Editor Bailey reports back on the wellness spot’s treatments and her experience in the chair.
August 21, 2025
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