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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Tampa Bay
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
August 27, 2025 02:36 PM
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Brianna Williams
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Sports
Meet the Paralympians representing Tampa Bay at the 2024 Paris Games
Two athletes with TBAY ties are going for the gold.
August 27, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Four Lightning players smile and celebrate on the ice. Two are fist-bumping, and the crowd at Amalie Arena is visible in the background.
Sports
Get ready for the Lightning’s 2024-2025 theme nights
The Bolts are preparing for the upcoming season, with special dates already announced.
August 19, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Sports
Recapping Tampa Bay’s Olympic athletes’ performance
Yes, we have a gold medal winner in our midst.
August 8, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Two people playing Pickleball at an outdoor court.
Travel and Outdoors
Grab a paddle for National Pickleball Day in Tampa Bay
Here are some of our area’s options for pickleballers of all abilities.
August 7, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Tampa Skyline
Sports
Tampa’s 2012 Olympic bid
We’re diving into the Cigar City’s bid to host the international event.
August 6, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Leaders clap onstage at the Tampa Bay Sun FC release party celebration.
Sports
Kick off Tampa Bay Sun FC’s inaugural season
The team’s first match is Sunday, Aug. 18, but the festivities start this week.
August 2, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
A close-up shot of the Eiffel Tower from below. The Olympic rings are on the front of the tower, and we are looking up at it as it sits beneath a clear blue sky.
Sports
What if Tampa Bay hosted the Olympics?
We’re dreaming big, and thinking of the potential venues for Summer Olympics action in the Tampa Bay area.
July 30, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Two fencers face off in the full silver equipment. The one on the right is lunging toward the one on the left with a dark grey background and spooky smokey effects around.
Sports
Try out these 6 niche Olympic Sports in Tampa Bay
This could be the start of your road to the 2028 Games.
July 26, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A rendering of the Rays new proposed stadium, showing fans inside a ballpark.
Development
St. Petersburg City Council approves Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment plans
The $6.5 billion plans include a new ballpark for the Tampa Bay Rays.
July 18, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A vintage-looking photo of Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield wearing an orange creamsicle football uniform. His retro glasses have orange lenses, and he's wearing an old-school headband. There is a boombox next to the bench he's sat on, he's looking at the camera with a serious expression, and the background is a plain red sheet.
Sports
Load the cannons: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 2024 season is on the horizon
The Bucs have announced several special events for the upcoming campaign, including the return of their creamsicle jerseys.
July 18, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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3 ultra-fresh Tampa Bay restaurant updates
Check out a new South Tampa French restaurant, Pete’s drive-thru, and a massive food hall.
June 10, 2025
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Culture
Seasonal summer tips for Tampa Bay dogs
With temperatures rising + frequent rainfall, it can be tough to keep Fido happy and entertained through the summer months. Here are some handy tips to keep that tail wagging.
June 9, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
A new rendering of the exterior of Tampa's new Airside D shows a modern, steel and windowed terminal flocked by red and blue-winged planes, palm trees, and cloudy blue skies.
Development
Take a peek at renderings for TPA’s expansion + Britton Plaza
We’re checking in on two major developments going up across Tampa Bay.
June 5, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
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Travel and Outdoors
Hit the road: Explore Florida’s national parks
Take in the beauty of three Florida national parks all within driving distance from Tampa Bay.
June 3, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
The Tampa Bay area's double-decker Cross Bay Ferry sits docked waiting for its next ride, surrounded by blue skies.
Government
Tampa Bay civic updates: Cross Bay Ferry + hurricane relief and preparation
Check in on plans for a new Cross Bay Ferry service, spending federal relief dollars, and preparation for this year’s hurricane season.
June 2, 2025
A sprawling tree at Eureka Springs Park. There are tentacle-like branches covered in Spanish Moss and greenery surrounding the arbor. A blue sky is visible through the leaves and plants sit beneath the tree.
City
2 new Tampa Bay affordable housing and resiliency projects
Four Tampa neighborhoods scored resiliency upgrades + Pinellas is getting more affordable housing.
May 28, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
The Clearwater backyard boasts a lagoon pool, hammock, and tons of greenery.
Travel and Outdoors
Rent a private pool in the Tampa Bay metro
Explore unique pools across the metro for a refreshing getaway, whether you’re hosting a gathering or just enjoying some solo relaxation.
May 23, 2025
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Travis Meier
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Events
Honor our nation’s heroes in Tampa Bay this Memorial Day
We’re sharing seven ideas for commemorating the day across Hillsborough and Pinellas.
May 23, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
An aerial shot of St. Petersburg after Hurricane Helene. Water lines the streets and the water level is high. Smoke rises from a house on the left and grey skies linger overhead with the ocean visible in the distance.
City
What’s in Tampa and St. Pete’s future?
We’re sharing where local leaders see needs across Tampa Bay, from job growth to affordable housing.
May 21, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
Two people kneel in a bricked crevice tending to a wood-fire kiln at the Morean Center for Clay.
Arts
Your guide to art classes in the Tampa Bay area
From needlepoint and knitting to ceramics, we’ve got you (paint) covered.
May 20, 2025
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Bailey Lefever