Amalie Arena

• Drake & J. Cole: “It’s All a Blur Tour — Big As a What?” | Friday, Feb. 2 | 7 p.m. | Tickets go on general sale Friday, Nov. 17
• Madonna: “The Celebration Tour” | Thursday, April 4 | 8:30 p.m. | $195+
• Bad Bunny: “Most Wanted Tour” | Tuesday, May 21 | 8 p.m. | $225+ | Official ticket sale date to come

Hard Rock Event Center

• Aaron Lewis | Tuesday, Feb. 6-Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 8 p.m. | $80+
• Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons: “The Last Encores” | Thursday, Feb. 8 | 8 p.m. | $125+
• Rod Stewart | Friday, Feb. 16 | 8 p.m. | $275+

Jannus Live

• Bowling for Soup | Sunday, Jan 28 | 6:30 p.m. | $33+
• Beartooth | Sunday, Feb. 11 | 6:30 p.m. | $35+
• Madison Beer: “The Spinnin Tour” | Wednesday, May 22 | 6:30 p.m. | $41+

MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre

• Hozier: “Unreal Unearth Tour 2024" | Saturday, May 11 | 8 p.m. | Tickets go on general sale Friday, Nov. 17
• Niall Horan: “The Show” | Friday, May 31 | 7:30 p.m. | $30+
• Tyler Childers: “Mule Pull ’24 Tour” | Wednesday, June 5 | 7:30 p.m. | $122+
• Alanis Morissette: “The Triple Moon Tour” | Wednesday, June 19 | 7 p.m. | Tickets go on general sale Tuesday, Nov. 14

Raymond James Stadium

• Billy Joel and Sting | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 7 p.m. | $130+
• Kenny Chesney: “Sun Goes Down 2024 Tour” | Saturday, April 20 | 5 p.m. | $35+ | Tickets go on general sale Friday, Nov. 17
• Morgan Wallen: “One Night at a Time” | Thursday, July 11-Friday, July 12 | 6 p.m. | $218+

Ruth Eckerd Hall

• Kansas: “50th Anniversary Tour” | Saturday, Jan. 20 | 8 p.m. | $44+
• Michael Bolton | Thursday, Feb. 1 | 8 p.m. | $43+
• Johnny Mathis | Thursday, April 25 | 8 p.m. | $37+

• Discussion Series: The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 | Tuesday, Nov. 14 | 6 p.m. | The James Museum, 150 Central Ave., St. Petersburg | Free with reservation | Join Jack Tchen, Ph.D., as he discusses the history behind the act and its relevance today.
• “Through the Groves": An Evening with Anne Hull | Tuesday, Nov. 14 | 7-8 p.m. | The Poynter Institute, 801 Third St. S., St. Petersburg, | $35-$40 | Listen to the Pulitzer Prize winner speak about her coming-of-age memoir set in 1960s Florida.

• South Florida Bulls vs. Central Michigan Chippewas | Wednesday, Nov. 15 | 7 p.m. | Yuengling Center, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa | $5-$100 | Cheer on the Bulls basketball squad as they take to the court in their second game of the season.

• Hyde Park Christmas Tree Lighting | Thursday, Nov. 16 | 5-9 p.m. | 742 S. Village Cir., Tampa | Free | Get in the festive spirit as the lights are turned on alongside holiday cheer + live music.
• A Tribute to Coldplay | Thursday, Nov. 16 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Coastal Creative, 2201 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg | $65-$75 | Settle in for some legendary hits reimagined under the haunting glow of candlelight.
• Friends(giving) Trivia Night | Thursday, Nov. 16 | 7-9 p.m. | Top Shelf Sports Lounge, 3173 Cypress Ridge Blvd., Wesley Chapel | Free | Get nostalgic at this trivia night + test your knowledge of all things related to the classic sitcom.

• This is one for the empanada fans. The grand opening for Gordito’s is is at Sparkman Wharf tomorrow, Wednesday, Nov. 15. The spot offers meat + veggie options, plus a range of flavored shaved ice. One lucky visitor will receive two free empanadas + a shaved ice. (That’s So Tampa)

• Tulum-inspired dining concept Concrete Jungle is opening its doors in St. Pete soon. Located at 475 Central Ave., the two-story spot offers a range of ambitious food + cocktail choices. We were invited for a preview night — take a sneak peek.

• Kathy Griffin is coming to Tampa next year. The legendary comedian/actor will perform at the Straz Center on Thursday, May 16. Tickets go on general sale this Friday, Nov. 17 + start at about $50. (WFLA)

• No. 28. That’s where St. Pete recently ranked on a list of the Best US Cities for Singles. The list was compiled using measures like cost of living, dating environments, and access to dining + entertainment. Tampa followed at No. 32.

• A portion of the Tampa Riverwalk is closed for construction. The section between MacDill Park and Joseph Frye Park will stay closed through Friday, Dec. 8 as work continues on the upcoming Pendry Tampa.

• The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts has a new location in Ybor City. Mayor Jane Castor + museum officials cut the ribbon last week at the historic Kress Building (1630 E. Seventh Ave.). (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

• Clearwater-based nonprofit Hope Villages of America is giving away 1,500 Thanksgiving meals. At least 1,200 have already been given out as part of the “Turkey Tickets” program in collaboration with the Salvation Army. (St. Pete Catalyst)

• ICYMI we highlighted Champions for Children — our Publix Giveback Giveaway winner — to share the important work they do to prevent child abuse + ensure local parents are supported through family-strengthening programs + education resources. Get to know the nonprofit and learn how you can support the cause.*

• It’s here — Oprah’s Favorite Things list, just in time for the holidays. We’re seeing: luxury flaky sea salt, all-weather boots, fleece robes, and a baked brie board.*