Festivals

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Festivals

Raymond James just announced a massive country music festival

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Roam these Tampa Bay farmers markets

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Scream, gasp, and ink your way through Friday the 13th

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Eins, zwei, drei, gsuffa — it’s time for Oktoberfest Tampa

This year’s iconic autumn event will take place Friday, Oct. 13-Sunday, Oct. 15 at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.

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Hispanic Heritage Month events in the Tampa Bay area

From markets and parties, to foodie events and arts, there’s a variety of fun, cultural events highlighting Hispanic heritage in the Tampa Bay area.

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Tampa Riverfest is back

The seventh festival includes Hillsborough River races, a wiener dog costume contest, and a lantern parade.

March 27, 2023

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Support 350+ local makers at Shopapalooza Festival

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