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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.
August 27, 2025 02:36 PM
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Brianna Williams
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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
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Events
Scream, gasp, and ink your way through Friday the 13th
From tattoo deals to eerie events, we’re sharing ways you can make this historically unlucky day a whole lot of fun.
October 12, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Events
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.
September 27, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Events
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.
September 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
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Festivals
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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Bailey Lefever
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Support 350+ local makers at Shopapalooza Festival
Here’s what you need to know about St. Pete’s free holiday shopping event.
November 23, 2022
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Brianna Williams
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