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Plan Ahead

☀️ Best summer ever, here we come

25+ summer events happening around Tampa Bay

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Make the most of the warm weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this summer in the Tampa Bay area.

Here are 25+ TBAY events happening between May and August, including ideas for Memorial Day and Fourth of July.

Memorial Day

Honor Our Heroes 5K | Saturday, May 25 | 100 State St. W., Oldsmar
Lace up those sneaks alongside 600+ other runners and walkers to raise money for local veterans. Register before it’s too late.

Concerts

Justin Timberlake | Friday, June 14 | Amalie Arena
Don’t be so quick to walk away from the chance to see JT bust out his iconic moves + vocals.

Bad Bunny | Tuesday, June 21 | Amalie Arena
The Puerto Rican superstar is set to light up the stage in the Cigar City on his “Most Wanted Tour.”

Red Hot Chili Peppers | Friday, June 21 | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
Here’s your chance to see the legendary rock band in TBAY, whose decades-long discography offers nostalgic sounds for all.

Outdoor fun

St. Pete Tacos and Tequila Festival | Friday, May 10 + Saturday, May 11 | Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg
What a combination. Sample flavors by the Burg’s waterfront while soaking in live tunes, good vibes + awesome views.

Cuban Sandwich Festival | Sunday, May 26 | Centennial Park, 1800 E. 8th Ave., Tampa
Head to Ybor City for the 13th annual event, where the world’s best Cuban sandwich will be awarded.

City Guides are presented by Water Street Tampa.

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