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February in the Tampa Bay Area

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The following are Tampa Bay events, February 2012. If you're looking for something fun to do in February, you've come to the right place. For more information on any of the events, click on the event's title ( Submit Your Event )

1. Patti Labelle in Concert 2/1/12

Ruth Eckerd Hall will host Patti Labelle in Concert Wednesday, February, 1, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. Elegance, grace, style and class – and a soaring, powerhouse voice: Patti LaBelle embodies all of these and so much more. Humanitarian, entrepreneur, author, actor, recording artist and vocalist, Patti is known for her potent, emotionally real persona. From her 1961 hit I Sold My Heart To The Junkman to Lady Marmalade, On My Own and her recent album Back To Now, this soulful diva always delivers. Patti LaBelle, we see a Winner in You.

2. Lightning v Jets 2/2/12

Watch the Tampa Bay Lightning take on the Jets at the Tampa Bay Times Forum Thursday, February, 2, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

3. Monster Jam 2/4/12

Raymond James Stadium will host the Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam on Saturday, February, 4, 2012 at 7 p.m. Featured trucks: USHRA Monster Trucks including Grave Digger® driven by Dennis Anderson, Maximum Destruction® driven by Neil Elliott, El Toro Loco® driven by Chuck Werner, Advance Auto Parts Grinder℠ driven by Lupe Soza, Madusa, Avenger driven by Jim Koehler, Wrecking Crew driven by Steve Koehler, Brutus driven by Chris Bergeron, Spike driven by Rich Helgendorf, Eradicator driven by Andy Slifko, Backdraft driven by Jeremy Slifko, Gunslinger driven by Scott Hartsock, Nitemare driven by Andy Hoffman, War Wizard driven by Randy Moore, Predator, and Pouncer!

4. Lightning v Panthers 2/4/12

Watch the Tampa Bay Lightning take on the Panthers at the Tampa Bay Times Forum Saturday, February, 4, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

5. Florida State Fair Opens 2/9/12

The Florida State Fair Opens on Thursday, February, 9, 2012. To say the Florida State Fair had humble beginnings is an understatement. When it started there were just five races to bet on and one building. Today the fair boasts more than 100 rides, craft shows, musical acts and much more.

6. Renaissance Festival at MOSI Opens 2/18/12

On the MOSI grounds from February 18 through April 1 the Renaissance Festival will be opened weekends and Friday March 23 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. rain or shine. Each weekend has a different theme and will be filled with lots of food and entertainment. Parking is free.

7. Knights of Sant’Yago Parade 2/18/12

The Krewe of Knights of Sant' Yago will host its annual night parade in Ybor City at 7 p.m. It is recommended to be in your viewing spot by 6pm. Best places to watch the parade are anywhere along 7th Avenue, between Nuccio Parkway and 22nd Avenue. General admission is free, parking is not. There are two main parking garages: 2010 N. 13th Street (corner of 13th and Palm), and 1500 E. 5th Avenue (corner of 5th and 15th), both of which will run you about $10 or $20. There are also private lots throughout Ybor City that range in price from $5 to $20.

8. Knology Clearwater Sea-Blues Festival 2/18/12 and 2/19/12

Get ready to satisfy your seafood cravings with the Knology Clearwater Sea-Blues Festival! While you’re at it, allow your ears to enjoy some of the best blues music around. It’s coming February 2012, so be sure to visit Coachman Park for this two-day festival on Saturday February 18 starting at 12:00 p.m. and Sunday the 19 starting at 1:00 p.m. Visit the Blues Walk page to kick off your Sea-Blues weekend! General admission is free.

9. $5 Day at the Zoo 2/19/12

Lowry Park Zoo will discount its admission fee to just $5 for the entire day!

10. Florida State Fair Closes 2/20/12

The Florida State Fair Closes on Monday, February, 20, 2012. To say the Florida State Fair had humble beginnings is an understatement. When it started there were just five races to bet on and one building. Today the fair boasts more than 100 rides, craft shows, musical acts and much more.

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