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🎶 Can we get an encore?

Give these Tampa Bay area live music venues a listen

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Taylor Swift played Raymond James to a packed house in 2023 on her “Eras Tour.” | Photo via TBAYtoday
Hear that? It’s the scintillating sound of the Tampa Bay area’s live music venues beckoning you to a performance you’ll never forget.

The concert scene is truly unmatched in our area — from Amalie Arena to the Sound, there’s a stage for any type of tune. To get to know them all, you must do three things.

Put your hands in the air, wave ‘em like you just don’t care, then lay your eyes (and ears) on our guide.

A concert venue with seats lined in a row and to the side of a stage with blue and purple spotlights.

Imagine: you’re taking in John Legend at the Seminole Hard Rock Event Center.

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Photo via Seminole Hard Rock

Concert halls

Hard Rock Event Center, 5223 Orient Rd., Tampa
Capacity: 1,500

The Hard Rock’s music venue is on the second level of the casino complex and hosts acts like Seth Meyers and Jerry Seinfeld, concerts, trade shows, private events, and large-scale poker tournaments.

The Palladium at St. Petersburg College, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg
Capacity: 850

The historic downtown St. Pete theater is home to all kinds of performances from classical and jazz, to blues and opera. And the venue is about to undergo a $10 million renovation.

An ampitheatre with the sun setting in the background and a large crowd.

Take in a show at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre.

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Photo via TBAYtoday

Outdoor settings

1920 Ybor City, 1920 E. 7th Ave., Tampa

Take in R&B and funk or head to block parties at this recently opened hotspot. But the very best part might be the 4,500-sqft rooftop balcony overlooking historic 7th Avenue in Ybor City — talk about a people-watching perch.

Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Rd., Tampa
Capacity: 700

This longtime local fave hosts tons of tribute bands, acoustic Sunday brunch, and country, folk, and popular acts. Plus, the Floridiana spot’s menu is packed with delights like homemade chowder, smoked gator ribs, beer-boiled shrimp, and crawdaddy mac.

MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4802 US-301, Tampa
Capacity: 20,000

This one’s for the folks who believe live music is best enjoyed outside. Catch major shows from artists like Blink 182, Lana Del Rey, and Noah Kahan at the laid-back venue — plus some incredible TBAY sunsets. The Florida State Fairgrounds-adjacent spot also boasts tons of dining and drinking options + lawn chair rentals.

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Tuesday, May 21
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Wednesday, May 22
  • Pinellas Point Vision-Aire Porch Party | Wednesday, May 22 | 6-8 p.m. | 780 69th Ave. S., St. Petersburg | $30 | Visit and tour one of the original split-level Vision-aire houses, also known as a “bird-cage” home.
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  • Dave Matthews Band: 2024 Summer Tour | Wednesday, May 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 US 301 N., Tampa | $67.20 | Crash into a live show from the legendary pop rock band.
Thursday, May 23
  • 3rd Annual St. Petersburg Press Literary Evening | Thursday, May 23 | 6 p.m. | Palladium Theater, 253 5th Ave. N., St. Petersburg | $0-$100 | Head to the historic Burg spot for music, mingling, and manuscripts, celebrating a year of stories with St. Petersburg Press + the presentation of the Roy Peter Clark Award.
  • Zumba on the Pier with the YMCA | Thursday, May 23 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa | Free | Dance and move along to this guided Zumba class with an incredible view of the Hillsborough River.
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    🛍️ Sunblock up, we’re going shopping

    Indie Flea just announced its summer plans

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    Sugar Cream Clay frequently sells at Indie Flea and other local markets. | Photo by @sugarcreamclay
    Thankfully, we don’t have to say goodbye to Indie Flea for the summer.

    The wildly popular makers + vendors mart — which expanded into Tampa last year — just announced its summer plans. The market is taking over downtown St. Pete on Sunday, July 14 from 12 to 4 p.m.

    The event will be broken up into two spots. All of your favorite vendors will be set up inside the historic Coliseum (535 4th Ave. N.). While the usual slew of local food trucks will be parked across the street at the St. Pete Shuffleboard Club.

    The club’s Shuffle Bar will also be serving up drinks + you can chow down on your haul on the club’s bleachers — that overhang will come in handy with the July heat.

    Want first dibs on the goods? VIP tickets will be available to shop the market from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.— tickets coming soon. Follow @indieflea on Instagram for more updates.
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