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Mark your calendar with these January 2024 events in the Tampa Bay area
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A peek at one of the past concerts at the St. Pete Pier | Photo by Yvonne Gougelet
The start of the year is mighty busy in Tampa Bay, between our legendary Gasparilla festivities, new productions, foodie festivals, and all kinds of fun. Now we’re breaking down what’s on tap for January:

Florida Conversations: Why Tampa Bay’s History is America’s First History | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Tampa Bay History Center, 801 Water St., Tampa | Free | Dive into the state’s deep Spanish roots — focusing on how Spanish seafarers interacted with TBAY and how shipwrecks impacted development — with author Dr. Kevin Kokomoor.

Powerstories Theatre Debuts “Alabama Story” at Straz’s Shimberg Playhouse | Thursday, Jan. 11-Sunday, Jan. 21 | Times vary | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Pl., Tampa | $15-$30 | “Alabama Story” is inspired by bits of history from 1959 Montgomery, Alabama and weaves together stories of book censorship, segregation, and more to reveal themes of humor, heartbreak, and hope.

St. Pete Bacon and BBQ Festival 2024 | Saturday, Jan. 13-Sunday, Jan. 14 | Times vary | Vinoy Park, 501 Fifth Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | $17-$185 | Chow down on 100+ smokey-good dishes, sip on craft beers, play cornhole, and enjoy live music.

Andrew McMahon In The Wilderness | Saturday, Jan. 20 | 5-10 p.m. | Spa Beach Park, 600 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | $38-$65 | It’s the final Rise Up Concert Series show for the season, featuring the popular indie artist.

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You’ll most definitely meet some fellow pirates at this year’s Gasparilla celebrations.

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Photo via Visit Tampa Bay

Rough Riders Pre-Gasparilla Invasion Party | Friday, Jan. 26 | Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St., Tampa | $25 | Kick off the festive weekend with a party featuring music by DJ Kenny Kelly and Rubix Cubed.

Raymond James Pops Gershwin Celebration | Saturday, Jan. 27-Sunday, Jan. 28 | Location varies | $23-$75 | Celebrate legendary composer George Gershwin’s 125th birthday with a performance of tunes like “Cuban Overture,” “S’Wonderful,” and “The Man I Love.”
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Monday, Jan. 8
  • College Football Championship Watch Party | Monday, Jan. 8 | 5 p.m.-12 a.m. | Grove Soho, 406 S. Howard Ave., Tampa | Free | Watch the Washington Huskies face off against the Michigan Wolverines over BOGO food and drinks.
Tuesday, Jan. 9
  • A CEO Conversation | Tuesday, Jan. 9 | 6 p.m. | Duke Energy, 299 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg | Join for a conversation between local leaders Dr. Tonjua Williams, president of SPC, and Melissa Seixas, president of Duke Energy Florida.
  • Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Los Angeles Kings | Tuesday, Jan. 9 | 7 p.m. | Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Dr., Tampa | $33+ | The Los Angeles and Tampa Bay squads take the ice for an electric showdown.
Wednesday, Jan. 10
  • Matt Fraser | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 8 p.m. | Seminole Hard Rock, 5223 Orient Rd., Tampa | $60+ | “America’s Top Psychic Medium” performs live readings with audience members at this show.
Thursday, Jan. 11
  • Sunshine Comedy Fest | Thursday, Jan. 11-Sunday, Jan. 14 | Times vary | Coastal Creative, 2201 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg | $100+ | Get ready to laugh at national acts such as Jeff Dye, Mike Cannon, and Troy Bond + local comedians, or attend workshops, showcases, late-night mics, and after parties.
  • Tampa Bay Lightning Chamber Networking Event | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 5-10 p.m. | Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Dr., Tampa | $100 | Join Tampa Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Members for networking at a Lightning game — each ticket includes access to the pre-game reception with all-inclusive food and beverage and a game ticket.
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News Notes
Sports
  • It’s official, the Bucs pulled off a three-peat. The team scored a 9-0 win over the Carolina Panthers yesterday to clinch their third straight NFC South crown. Next up, the Bucs head to the Wild Card Round. (ESPN)
Civic
  • It’s time to toss out the trees, St. Pete. The citywide collection kicked off over the weekend and runs through Friday, Feb. 2. Place your undecorated tree by the curb, or bring it to a city brush site to score free mulch. City leaders warn it could take up to four weeks for workers to pick up your tree. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Development
  • Clearwater-based Valor Capital is moving forward in bringing a new 25-story tower — called 4th and 4th in renderings — to downtown St. Pete. The condo tower will include 152 units, nearly 5,000 sqft of commercial space, and a 130-space parking garage. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Announced
  • Westshore’s new condo development, Aqua, has a contractor. Coastal Construction — the company that has worked on local projects like the The Ritz-Carlton Residences — will build the three towers within the Westshore Yacht Club. Once completed, the complex will feature 77 units and waterfront views. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Opening
  • Ready to get ship-wrecked? A Pirate-themed cocktail bar, Shipwrecked Saloon, is taking over The Orlo House (315 S. Plant Ave.) for Gasparilla weekend. The pop-up bar’s Pirates and Rum Experience pairs a lively show based on tales of the Pirates of the South Seas with rum tastings. (That’s So Tampa)
Closing
  • St. Pete foodie fave Valhalla Bakery is closing its storefront next month. The vegan bakery will continue to offer some of its bestsellers out of the Valkyrie Doughnuts location (2444 Central Ave.). Owner Celine Beltgens chalked the decision up to rising business costs and lower-than-usual sales. (St. Pete Catalyst)
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Real Estate

We’re turnin’ up the heat

Tampa might be one of 2024’s hottest real estate markets
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Take a look at housing sites predictions for the hottest markets of 2024. | Photo via Zillow
Calling all late night Zillow scrollers. It’s okay, we do it too.

Zillow just reported that Tampa is once again projected as one of the white hot real estate markets for 2024. The Cigar City came in at No. 10. behind Midwest spots like Columbus (hey CBUStoday) and Indianapolis (and you too, INDYtoday). Researchers looked at 50 of the “most populous metros” for factors like affordability, strong employment, and growth in owner-occupied households.

Here’s some other key findings from the report:
  • The study found that the typical home value for the Tampa Bay area is $375,338.
  • The average mortgage payment with 5% down is $2,717.
  • Meanwhile, the average rent cost is $2,091.
  • The average amount of time a home spends on the market is 24 days.
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