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Sports
Tampa Bay’s pickleball scene
Don’t know where to play this popular sport? We’ll get you out of that pickle.
January 03, 2025 02:15 PM
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Brianna Williams
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Hit the trails with this guide to Tampa Bay area hikes
Check out these 16 hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around Tampa + St. Pete for outdoor adventures.
September 19, 2024
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Culture
Meet Getmyboat: the Airbnb of boating
No boat, no problem. Rent one Airbnb-style and get to enjoying our local waterways.
July 3, 2024
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Skylar Webb
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Tee it up at these Tampa Bay golf courses
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 20+ golf courses and other options in TBAY are sure to make for a good round.
June 19, 2024
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Tampa Bay’s dog-friendly guide
Explore these dog-friendly places in Tampa Bay that span from spots to eat, drink, shop, exercise, swim, and stay the night.
March 25, 2024
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Parks in Tampa Bay
We’re highlighting the 30 best parks that Tampa Bay has to offer — complete with dog beaches, pickleball courts, and scenic views.
March 13, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
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Culture
Walking trends in Tampa
Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how Tampa compares.
December 11, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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City
Become privy to these privies: Portland’s modular public restroom
This Portland-made, free-to-use, stand-alone toilet is working to address common public bathroom concerns.
October 25, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Parks and Recreation
Check out this dog-friendly spot in Tampa Bay
From dog bars to restaurants with pup-friendly patios, we’ve got you covered.
April 18, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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Support 350+ local makers at Shopapalooza Festival
Here’s what you need to know about St. Pete’s free holiday shopping event.
November 23, 2022
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Brianna Williams
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Your guide to South Tampa’s Hyde Park
All roads lead to (or should lead to) Hyde Park’s wealth of cozy Craftsman bungalows, upscale shopping spots, and ritzy restaurants.
September 13, 2022
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Bailey Lefever
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Gear up for Gasparilla 2025
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Top Tampa Bay weekend events: MLK Day celebrations, Gasparilla and boats
We hope you’re ready to spend the weekend outside checking out boats or watching plenty of parades.
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Bailey Lefever
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Argh you ready for the Children’s Gasparilla Parade
It’s almost time for the annual Tampa Bay tradition featuring multiple parades, air invasions, and a boatload of beads.
January 14, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
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39 gyms in the Tampa Bay area
From lifting weights, indoor rock climbing, personal training, dance fitness, boxing classes, and martial arts programs — we’ve rounded up 39 gyms and fitness offerings in TBAY.
January 13, 2025
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A gray and blue Aquafence surrounds Tampa General Hospital as the water rises on the street from Hurricane Helene.
City
St. Pete will install AquaFence around downtown wastewater facility
It’s just one of the proposed solutions to help protect the waterfront area during hurricanes.
January 10, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
A pug wearing a pirate ship suit walks out onto turf as people watch.
Events
Top Tampa Bay weekend events
Wondering what to do this January weekend? We’ve got you covered with plenty of eats and even a puppy parade.
January 9, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
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Culture
Check out these Tampa Bay hobbies
Get outside and kayak, make new running buddies, or lean into your creative side this new year.
January 8, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
A rendering of the Rays new proposed stadium, showing fans inside a ballpark.
City
The biggest TBAY stories we’re watching in 2025
From major downtown Tampa development to stadium updates, it’s going to be busy news year.
January 7, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
The Selmon Expressway viaduct sits above the Hillsborough River. Tampa's skyline is behind it, and there are blue skies overhead.
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TBAY 101: A how-to for new residents
Becoming a new resident is easy with our TBAY 101 guide to all things Tampa + St. Pete citizenship.
January 6, 2025
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