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Culture
Giddy up to these Tampa Bay area Kentucky Derby events
Celebrate race day with mint juleps, seersucker suits, and even a wiener dog derby.
April 22, 2024 02:05 PM
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Bailey Lefever
Several paper bowls filled with food sit atop a table. There are two different options, with one containing rice and salmon, and the other with chicken and green spaghetti.
Culture
Prepare your palate for these upcoming Tampa Bay area food festivals
Here are six events coming up for the culinarily curious.
February 29, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A large wooden playground in the shape of an alligator in front of the Florida Children's Museum.
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Kasean Pryor reaches for the ball. His arm is outstretched, as is the defender guarding him.
Sports
USF Bulls eyeing shot at basketball history
This ain’t the same old South Florida.
February 27, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Culture
Get crafty at these Tampa Bay area collage and paper arts classes
Was your 2024 resolution to find a new hobby or get crafty? You’re in luck.
February 26, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
A shot of Airside F at Tampa International Airport at night. There is a brooding sunset in the background, with deep red, purple, and orange tones. Floodlights light the airport and cars drive past the terminal.
Travel and Outdoors
Catch a direct domestic flight from Tampa International Airport
If you just can’t stand the thought of another layover, you’re in the right place.
February 21, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Culture
Spend a “A Taste of Love"-inspired day in Dunedin
We’re taking you to some of the restaurants, community hotspots, and other places featured in the new Hallmark movie.
February 20, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
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Books written by authors with ties to Tampa Bay
We break down literary contributions by some of Tampa Bay authors past and present.
February 16, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Crystal River shines blue. It is surrounded by trees.
Culture
Choose a day trip for us
We’ve got wanderlust — where do you want to see us go?
February 13, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A close up shot of a rose with water petals on it. The red rose is surrounded by dark green leaves.
Culture
A sonnet for TBAY
Valentine’s Day has got us in our feelings for the most wonderful place to be.
February 13, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
The end of Bayshore Boulevard in downtown Tampa. High rises are visible behind the walkway.
Culture
Guinness World Records set in Tampa Bay
We rounded up some world records set in the Tampa Bay area.
February 7, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Murals at Perry Harvey Sr Park depicting Black icons of the Tampa Bay area. The murals are in black and white and apartment complexes are in the background.
Culture
Black History Month events in the Tampa Bay area
Book these events into your calendar, from walks to talks and exhibitions.
February 7, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Taylor Swift performs at Raymond James Stadium. The crowd is full and there is confetti.
Culture
Taylor Swift is dropping a track about Florida
Here’s a few lyrics that could be a reference to our perch in the Sunshine State.
February 6, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Sneakers are being laced in an up-close shot. The shoe is resting against a bench with hands tying the laces.
Culture
Lace up those sneakers for 3 upcoming Tampa Bay area running events
It’s running season, TBAY. Let’s get moving.
February 5, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A shot of highrise buildings in downtwon Tampa. The sun is shining on the towers and there are palm trees in the foreground.
City
Check out 9 lists with high rankings for the Tampa Bay area
Here are some of the lists and rankings which showcase the optimism around and growth within the Tampa Bay area.
February 5, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A crowd watches on at the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre. Lana del Rey is playing soon and the sky is dark.
Culture
Meet the Lawnie Pass: your passport to MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
Check out this year’s lineup.
February 2, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
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Culture
What local Tampa Bay spot do you miss the most?
What restaurants, bars, stores, music venues — really the sky’s the limit here — would you bring back?
January 31, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Marquez Valdes-Scantling is airborne as he attempts to catch a football. There is a Baltimore Ravens player closing him down.
Culture
This St. Pete native is heading to a second straight Super Bowl
Marquez Valdes-Scantling is a legend in the Tampa Bay area.
January 30, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
The mayor throws beads at the Children's Gasparilla Parade. A crowd of onlookers is behind a barrier on Bayshore Blvd.
Culture
Try this January 2024 Tampa Bay area crossword
We’re testing your knowledge of what happened in the Cigar City + the Burg during January from Gasparilla to new restaurant openings.
January 29, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
A graphic with cartoon candy hearts that have different gift categories written inside, like "Home Goods" and "Books."
Retail
The best Valentine’s Day gifts for 2024
Shop Valentine’s Day chocolates, couple’s games, cookware, candles, and fuzzy socks to spread the love.
January 25, 2024
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Vagney Hampshire
A stack of pancakes. There is caramel syrup drizzing on the top with bananas, brown sugar, powdered sugar, and they are on a white plate and white surface.
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50+ brunch spots in Tampa Bay
TBAY restaurants, cafes, and diners serving up all the eggs, pancakes, mimosas, and other brunch favorites you want to eat.
January 24, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Events
The party is here: Tampa Bay’s 2024 Guide to Gasparilla
We’re breaking down this year’s schedule of events, parties, and sharing our local tips.
January 23, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
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Culture
Tampa’s most popular books of 2023
Here’s what the adults and kids couldn’t stop checking out from their local libraries.
January 23, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
An up-close shot of a box of donuts from Duck Donuts. There are different types of donut with sprinkles, frosting, chocolate, and other toppings.
Culture
Check out 3 new + upcoming Tampa Bay area restaurant chain locations
You might know the names, but they’re coming to new spots.
January 22, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge captured from below and up close. The sky is blue and there are very few clouds, while the water below the bridge is a richer shade of blue with waves.
Culture
See the winner of TBAYtoday’s Picture of the Year contest
You all voted on your favorite reader-submitted photo — now, see which one is crowned Picture of the Year.
January 22, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
Children aboard a Gasparilla pirate ship float. They are throwing beads into the crowd, dressed like pirates.
Culture
Children’s Gasparilla Parade preview
Get ready for the Tampa Bay area’s biggest kid-centered event of the year.
January 18, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Crystal River shines blue. It is surrounded by trees.
Culture
10 day trips from the Tampa Bay area
If you want to hit the road, but not go too far, you’re in the right place.
January 18, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Culture
Our readers’ local love stories
Our readers found the most romantic places.
January 16, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Two people clink champagne flutes on a boat. There is water in front of them.
Events
Get ready for the St. Petersburg Power and Sailboat Show
If you’re gonna need a bigger boat, you’re in the right place.
January 16, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Chickens in Ybor City. They are strutting through leaves at Centennial Park.
Live
Unwritten rules of the Tampa Bay area
Tell us you’re from Tampa Bay without telling us you’re from Tampa Bay.
January 16, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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