Mark your calendar for the biggest Tampa Bay weekend events

From Krewe of the Knights of Sant’ Yago Parade to a beer and barbecue festival, it’s going to be a busy February weekend across Tampa and St. Pete.

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Take to the streets or the balcony of the Knights of Sant’ Yago Knight Parade.

Image via Krewe of the Knights of Sant’ Yago

Forget Valentine’s Day — unless that’s your thing — Tampa Bay’s got a packed weekend in store even without the Galentine’s markets, prixe fixe nights, and rom com screenings.

Here’s a look at what’s on tap for this February weekend — sans concerts, Straz shows, and all of the other hoopla going on:

Beer, Bourbon & BBQ | Friday, Feb. 13 + Saturday, Feb. 14 | 12 p.m. | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park | $43+

Krewe of the Knights of Sant’ Yago Parade | Saturday, Feb. 14 | 7 p.m. | Seventh Avenue, Ybor City | Free

2026 Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | 2240 9th Ave S., St. Petersburg | Free

Localtopia 2026: “A Community Celebration of All Things Local” | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Williams Park | Free

2026 Rays Fan Fest Block Party | Saturday, Feb. 14 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Outside of Tropicana Field | Free

Editor’s note: Folks heading to Localtopia can ride the SunRunner for free using the 1st Ave N. and 5th St. Station or the station on 1st Ave. N. & 1st Street.

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