11.27.2023

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🥳 Here’s one for the entertainers

Out of towners guide to TBAY

Ulele is a great spot to eat + enjoy the outdoors. | Photo by TBAYtoday

Got family in town for the holidays? Or some coming soon? We’ve got you covered with a few tips + tricks on what to do, what to see, and where to eat.

🍤 Get a taste

The Tampa Bay area is full of awesome places to eat, drink, and be merry.

Out-of-towners probably want to make the most of our TBAY weather, so why not take them somewhere outdoors to eat? We recommend Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille, with the St. Pete Pier location offering spectacular views, or Ulele next to Armature Works in Tampa. Here’s more outdoor dining options.

There’s no shortage of good coffee. Some of the best spots for a cup of Joe include Bandit Coffee Co. in St. Pete, a host of Buddy Brew Coffee locations, and The Blind Tiger, which also boasts several spots across town. There are more in our coffee guide.

The St. Pete Pier juts out over bluey grey skies. There are people walking around. — The St. Pete Pier opened in 2020.
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Photo via Wikimedia Commons

☀️ Enjoy the outdoors

Visitors don’t come to the Tampa Bay area to stay indoors.

We recommend the no-cost TECO Manatee Viewing Center down in Apollo Beach, where sea cows like to lounge in the warm water. A stroll along Bayshore Boulevard or around the waterfront in Downtown St. Pete are also great options.

Then of course, there are the beaches. Bring Fido along to the Davis Islands Dog Beach, or leave him at home and head out to one of the less touristy spots like Indian Rocks Beach, or Honeymoon Island State Park.

🎉 Family-friendly fun

There’s no reason for the kids to stay home. Keep them entertained at ZooTampa at Lowry Park to check out animal species from across the globe or catch a thrill at Busch Gardens and Adventure Island.

Fairgrounds St. Pete offers an immersive experience and the historic Sunken Gardens is described as “St. Pete’s oldest living museum” and gives a chance to escape into nature.

Did we forget any of the best recommendations? Let us know.

Events

Monday, Nov. 27

Manchester Orchestra | Monday, Nov. 27 | 6:30 p.m. | Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg | $34 | Rock out to this band from Georgia in Downtown St. Pete.
Trivia Night | Monday, Nov. 27 | 7-9 p.m. | The Big Catch at Salt Creek, 1500 Second St. S., St. Petersburg | Free | Test your knowledge and compete to win prizes.

Tuesday, Nov. 28

“Gator Country” | Tuesday, Nov. 28 | 7-8 p.m. | Tombolo Books, 2153 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg | Free with RSVP | Listen to author Rebecca Renner talk about her true story of life in Florida and the things Floridians do to stay afloat.
Funny Girl | Tuesday, Nov. 28-Sunday, Dec. 3 | Times vary | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Pl., Tampa | $50 | Laugh and dance along to this musical comedy about a girl who chases her dream of becoming a superstar.

Wednesday, Nov. 29

Morning Matinee: Mythic Masterpieces | Wednesday, Nov. 29 | 11 a.m. | Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Rd., Clearwater | $25-$47 | Listen to the Florida Orchestra perform music from the likes of Beethoven and Offenbach.
Wine Wednesday | Wednesday, Nov. 29 | 6-9 p.m. | Cru Cellars, 2506 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa | $15 | Tow a bestie along for this vino tasting on the Cru Cellars Westshore Marina patio.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Sports

Here’s one for the Lightning fans. The team’s annual Locker Room Sale is coming up on Saturday, Dec. 2, where fans can buy a range of players’ equipment. It’s on the Pepsi Porch at Amalie Arena and runs 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (That’s So Tampa)

Shop

A special holiday dog market has been announced at Midtown Tampa. The Dog Moms of Tampa Bay group is hosting the second annual Howliday Market on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be 100+ vendors selling toys, clothes, treats + more. (Tampa Bay Times)

Development

A new state-of-the-art animal care center is coming to St. Pete’s Sunken Gardens. Officials broke ground on the $700,000 center earlier this month ahead of its March 2024 opening. (St. Pete Catalyst)

Today Is

Cyber Monday. Missed a great Black Friday deal you can’t stop thinking about? No worries — tons of local shops are hosting online deals now until midnight. The best part? You get to skip the lines. Check out sales like $100 off at Tampa Bay Sunset Sail.

Try This

Savannah Boats is hosting a free, mega-sized boat show at the St. Pete Pier on Saturday, Dec. 2. There will be a range of activities on offer, as well as food + drink options by Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille. Check it out from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. that day. (I Love The Burg)

History

There’s still time to secure a spot at “Sangria and Stories: From the Collection.” Hosted Wednesday, Nov. 29, at the Tampa Bay History Center, this evening event pairs Columbia Restaurant’s signature sangria with a guided gallery presentation of the center’s newest permanent exhibits.*

Pets

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Shop

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Seasonal

The Sunshine City is getting festive

St. Pete’s holiday events

Palm trees have holiday lights on them in St. Pete. There are people walking around the shops at night.

A tropical winter wonderland. | Photo by @sunshine.by.design

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Patrick

From the editor

I always feel extra festive once Thanksgiving is out of the way. Catch me at the Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park multiple times between now and the end of 2023.

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