October

November

December

• Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Nashville Predators | Friday, Sept. 27 | 7 p.m. | Amalie Arena | $13+ | Catch a little preseason hockey or follow along on the Tampa Bay Lightning App.
• Alvin Kuai | Friday, Sept. 27 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Coastal Creative | $15+ | This Coastal Comedy Night features the rising NYC-based comedian and social media star.
• “The Blues Is Alright Tour” | Friday, Sept. 27 | 8 p.m. | Yuengling Center | $55+ | This collection of Southern soul acts includes Tucka, King George, and Pokey Bear.

• Anime St. Pete 2024 | Saturday, Sept. 28-Sunday, Sept. 29 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Coliseum, St. Petersburg | $20+ | Wear your best cosplay and celebrate your love of the genre with panels, activities, and video game tournaments.
• Tampa Bay Rowdies vs. Hartford Athletic | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Al Lang Stadium | $31+ | Kick it with the pro soccer team on Hispanic Heritage Night with a pre-game happy hour and fireworks.
• James Suggs: “A Tribute to Miles Davis” | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 8-10 p.m. | New Tampa Performing Arts Center | $10+ | The James Suggs Quintet celebrates the work and legacy of the influential jazz trumpeter.
• Plaza After Dark Celebrity Runway Show | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Macy’s, Westshore Plaza | $75+ | Local celebrities will show off fall fashion and walk down the runway to the sounds of the Buccaneers’ drumline.

• Sunday Brunch: Full Caribbean Buffet | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Jerk Hut, Tampa | $20+ | Dine like you’re in Jamaica at this buffet accompanied by reggae music.
• Silent Movie Day: “Sherlock Jr.” and “The Artist” | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Tampa Theatre | $15 | This screening features a movie released in 1924 + a 2011 film set in 1927.
• Ray LaMontagne | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 7 p.m. | Mahaffey Theater, St. Petersburg | $43+ | The Grammy Award-winning musician finds his way to our area to perform his “Long Way Home Tour.”

• Storm conditions continue impacting the Tampa Bay area today. By the afternoon, winds are expected to diminish to 15-20 knots (approx. 17-23 mph) with gusts up to 25 knots. Also expect scattered rain and thunderstorms, with winds reducing to 5-10 knots after midnight.

• If you used sandbags during Hurricane Helene, the next step is disposing of the dirty bags. Hillsborough County suggests locals scatter sand on their lawns — not at the beach — and disposing the bag as trash if they’re able. Otherwise, used sandbags can be dropped off at Community Collection Centers.

• Thrift shop Top Buttons has opened at 861 Central Ave. in St. Petersburg. The nonprofit resells designer clothing with the mission of using proceeds to develop programs that empower young women. The store relies on donations from locals to stock the shelves. (The St. Pete Catalyst)

• 11 hours, 59 minutes, and 6 seconds. That’s the amount of time between the sunrise and sunset at Old Tampa Bay, making today the first day of the season with less than 12 hours of sunlight — and days will continue getting shorter until the winter solstice.

• Safety Harbor Waterfront Park is preparing for a sudsy celebration. The St. Petersburg destination will host the inaugural Safety Harbor Craft Beer Festival on Saturday, Oct. 5 featuring 30+ beer and food vendors. Tap into the fun by grabbing tickets. (I Love the Burg)

• Tofu anyone? Tampa ranked No. 10 on WalletHub’s list of “Best Cities for Vegans & Vegetarians” based on metrics like cost of vegetarian groceries + number of salad shops. This should come as no surprise to anyone who has used our guide to vegetarian and vegan fare.

• The River Tower Festival is heading back to River Tower Park on Saturday, Nov. 2. The grassroots effort will feature live music, food, and family-friendly activities. Tickets are available starting at $20, and funding will be used to preserve the park’s landmark Sulphur Springs Water Tower.

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