Celebrate the opening of Bonnet Springs Park 🎉

September 16, 2022 • 
Bonnet Springs Park, Michaela Leung
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We’re just 25 days away from strolling through trails, visiting the Blanton Family Lagoon, and more.

Photo provided by Bonnet Springs Park

Let the celebration begin, Tampa. Bonnet Springs Park is hosting a free Grand Opening celebration Sat., Oct. 22-Sun., Oct. 23.

Get ready for:

  • Live, local music on the Wedding Lawn stage
  • Garden show in the Greenhouse
  • Strolling magicians, stilt walkers + hula hoopers in the Education Corridor
  • Train rides, a live mural + face painting in the Heritage Gardens
  • Food trucks in the Florida Children’s Museum parking lot
  • Bridal Show with 30 vendors + food samples at the Event Center
  • A fireworks show

And more.*

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