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🌸 Don’t let spring fade away

Hop to these 24 spring events in the Tampa Bay area
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Prepare to be wowed by works of art crafted entirely from sand at the Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival. | Photo via @pier60sugarsand
Some would say it’s the most beautiful time of the year — at least here in TBAY. And a busy few months too, with multiple film and music festivals and tons of foodie fun to be had.

We rounded up a slice of the spring’s best events for your planning:

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Gaze at the floating lanterns lighting the Hillsborough River at Riverfest.

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Photo via Friends of the Riverwalk

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Wednesday, March 20
  • Mayor Welch’s City Hall On Tour | Wednesday, March 20 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Pinellas Technical Education Center, 901 34th St. S., St. Petersburg | Free | Bring your questions and feedback for the Burg’s key city leadership, including the mayor.
  • Baseball, Bourbon and Cigars | Wednesday, March 20 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | J.C. Newman Cigar Company, 2701 N. 16th St., Tampa | $125 | Head to the historic Ybor City factory to mingle with fellow baseball, bourbon, and cigar fans.
  • Cultura Profética | Wednesday, March 20 | 8 p.m. | Seminole Hard Rock, 5223 Orient Rd., Tampa | $69+ | The Latin American Reggae Roots band brings its “Por Más Tour 2024" to the Cigar City stage.
Thursday, March 21
  • Phoenix Music Series | Thursday, March 21 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Bayfront Health Tilted Lawn, 600 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | Free | Rock out to live music from Zeta The Babe and TBAY’s own Phoenix 5 at the scenic spot.
Friday, March 22
  • Power Women Business Expo | Friday, March 22 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Hotel Tampa Riverwalk, 200 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa | $150 | Connect with fellow attendees, check out 20+ speakers, and browse tons of vendors at this Women’s History Month celebration.
Saturday, March 23
  • Southeastern Guide Dogs Walkathon | Saturday, March 23 | 8 a.m. | Gadsden Park, 6901 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa | Free | Bring the pups along for this 3K walk and a dog-friendly party in the park with music, eats, and vendors — proceeds go toward the charity.
  • Super Retro Con | Saturday, March 23-Sunday, March 24 | Times vary | Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 US Hwy. 301 N., Tampa | $20+ | Take it back to the 80s and 90s with retro toys and collectibles, tunes, contests, and a retro car show.
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News Notes
Development
  • Big changes could be coming to the TradeWinds Island Resorts. Earlier this week, the St. Pete Beach Planning Board approved expansion plans for the resort. Next up, the proposal heads to the city commission on Monday, April 15. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Number
  • $6.2 million. That’s how much money the USF Board of Trustees just greenlit toward new recreation fields. The money will also pay for fencing, lighting, a gravel parking lot and a fitness trail. Leaders hope to have the project complete by spring 2025. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Active
  • It’s just so Tampa. Head to Hotel Haya for a little chicken yoga this Sunday, March 24, led by Yoga Loft Tampa and featuring feathered guests from the Ybor Misfits Microsanctuary. Plus, a portion of proceeds will benefit Ybor’s flock. Find more inventive workouts in our guide.
Announced
  • We’re down like that. Rapper Bryson Tiller brings his self-titled tour to the Yuengling Center stage on Sunday, June 16. Tickets go on sale this Friday, March 22 at 10 a.m.
Ranked
  • No. 19. That’s where Oxford Exchange ranked on Toast’s “Top 20 Brunch Restaurants in the US in 2024" list. The outlet noted the legendary Tampa brunch spot’s art-filled dining room, sunlit conservatory space, and elevated American bistro-style menu. (That’s So Tampa)
Listen
  • St. Petersburg College President Dr. Tonjua Williams chats with thought leaders from a variety of backgrounds on her new podcast, “Standing in the Gap.” The first episode — an interview with Dr. Kanika Tomalin, President and CEO of the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg — is out now. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Sports
  • Dig into the Lightning’s victory over the Panthers in greater depth. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Lightning with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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    The El Reloj factory is just one of the historic spots to visit in Ybor. | Photo via @visittampabay
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    “In the Tampa Bay, Florida area, there are plenty of activities to enjoy such as visiting the renowned Busch Gardens theme park, exploring the historic Ybor City, relaxing on the white sandy beaches of Clearwater and St. Pete, taking a stroll along the Tampa Riverwalk, or catching a game at Tropicana Field to cheer on the Tampa Bay Rays. Whatever your interests may be, there is something for everyone to enjoy in this vibrant and diverse region.”

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