Events & Festivals
It seems like something is always going on in the Tampa Bay area: Bands of pirates threaten to invade Tampa during the Gasparilla Pirate Festival and berry farmers showcase their harvest at the Florida Strawberry Festival. Musicians gather for the Clearwater Jazz Holiday, while authors mingle with readers at the St. Petersburg Times Festival of Reading. Check out what’s happening in Tampa Bay.
Things To Do In The Tampa Bay Area
From the Chinsegut Birding and Wildlife Festival to the 29th Annual Tampa-Hillsborough County Storytelling Festival; from Fleetwood Mac at the St. Pete Times Forum to James Taylor at Ruth Eckerd Hall; and from David Sedaris at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center to "Kitchen Witches" at the Francis Wilson Playhouse, April boasts a variety of happenings including festivals, concerts, museum exhibi…
From the Chinsegut Birding and Wildlife Festival to the 29th Annual Tampa-Hillsborough County Storytelling Festival; from Fleetwood Mac at the St. Pete Times Forum to James Taylor at Ruth Eckerd Hall; and from David Sedaris at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center to "Kitchen Witches" at the Francis Wilson Playhouse, April boasts a variety of happenings including festivals, concerts, museum exhibi…
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in April 2009 – Guide to Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in April 2009, including information on the Shake's Tooth Festival, Mainsail Arts Festival, Festival of States and Black Tie and Blue Jeans Country Ball.
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in April 2009 – Guide to Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in April 2009, including information on the Shake's Tooth Festival, Mainsail Arts Festival, Festival of States and Black Tie and Blue Jeans Country Ball.
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in March 2009 – Guide to Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in March 2009, including information on the Tampa Bay Blues Fest, Bay Area Renaissance Festival, Cajun Zydeco Crawfish Festival, Little Everglades Steeplechase and Zephyrhills Celtic Festival and Highland Games.
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in March 2009 – Guide to Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in March 2009, including information on the Tampa Bay Blues Fest, Bay Area Renaissance Festival, Cajun Zydeco Crawfish Festival, Little Everglades Steeplechase and Zephyrhills Celtic Festival and Highland Games.
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in February 2009 – Guide to Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in February 2009, including information on the Florida State Fair, Gasparilla Pirate Fest, Bay Area Renaissance Festival, Pasco County Fair, Third Annual Knology Sea Blues Festival and Florida African American Heritage Celebration.
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in February 2009 – Guide to Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in February 2009, including information on the Florida State Fair, Gasparilla Pirate Fest, Bay Area Renaissance Festival, Pasco County Fair, Third Annual Knology Sea Blues Festival and Florida African American Heritage Celebration.
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in January 2009 – Guide to Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in January 2009, including information on the Brooksville Raid Re-enactment, Tampa’s Black Heritage Festival, the Super Tailgate Throwdown, the Gasparilla Extravaganza, the Manatee County Fair, the Kumquat Festival and the Pinellas Folk Festival.
Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in January 2009 – Guide to Tampa Bay Festivals and Events in January 2009, including information on the Brooksville Raid Re-enactment, Tampa’s Black Heritage Festival, the Super Tailgate Throwdown, the Gasparilla Extravaganza, the Manatee County Fair, the Kumquat Festival and the Pinellas Folk Festival.
Tampa Bay New Year's Eve Parties
Tampa Bay New Year's Eve Parties – Guide to Tampa Bay New Year's Eve Parties, including information on St. Petersburg's First Night, Sarasota's New Year's Eve Street Party and Aqua-Eve at the Florida Aquarium.
Tampa Bay New Year's Eve Parties – Guide to Tampa Bay New Year's Eve Parties, including information on St. Petersburg's First Night, Sarasota's New Year's Eve Street Party and Aqua-Eve at the Florida Aquarium.
Tampa Bay Holiday Events
Tampa Bay Holiday Events in December 2008 – Guide to Tampa Bay Holiday Events in December 2008, including information on Trees and Traditions at Heritage Village, Busch Garden's holiday festivities and area boat parades.
Tampa Bay Holiday Events in December 2008 – Guide to Tampa Bay Holiday Events in December 2008, including information on Trees and Traditions at Heritage Village, Busch Garden's holiday festivities and area boat parades.
Fourth of July Events in the Tampa Bay Area 2008
Fourth of July events scheduled for the Tampa Bay area, including parades, fireworks, picnics and other special festivities celebrating the nation's birthday.
Fourth of July events scheduled for the Tampa Bay area, including parades, fireworks, picnics and other special festivities celebrating the nation's birthday.
Necronomicon
Each October, the Stone Hill Science Fiction Association sponsors Necronomicon, the Tampa Bay area's annual science fiction, fantasy and horror convention.
Each October, the Stone Hill Science Fiction Association sponsors Necronomicon, the Tampa Bay area's annual science fiction, fantasy and horror convention.
The Sarasota Medieval Fair
For one weekend, a 13th century English village will materialize on the Sarasota Fairgrounds as the Sarasota Medieval Fair presents jousting tournaments, feasts and fun performances.
For one weekend, a 13th century English village will materialize on the Sarasota Fairgrounds as the Sarasota Medieval Fair presents jousting tournaments, feasts and fun performances.
The 2008 Bay Area Renaissance Festival
The annual Bay Area Renaissance Festival at the Museum of Science and Industry transports visitors back in time to a 16th century English village.
The annual Bay Area Renaissance Festival at the Museum of Science and Industry transports visitors back in time to a 16th century English village.
Clearwater Jazz Holiday
Each October, jazz muscians gather for this free community event. Past performers have included jazz legends such as Buddy Rich, Dizzy Gillespie, Dave Brubeck, Tito Puente and Stan Getz; as well as contemporary artists like Bela Fleck, Al Dimeola, Spyro Gyra, Herbie Hancock, The Neville Brothers, Koko Taylor, Kenny G and The Cherry Poppin' Daddies.
Each October, jazz muscians gather for this free community event. Past performers have included jazz legends such as Buddy Rich, Dizzy Gillespie, Dave Brubeck, Tito Puente and Stan Getz; as well as contemporary artists like Bela Fleck, Al Dimeola, Spyro Gyra, Herbie Hancock, The Neville Brothers, Koko Taylor, Kenny G and The Cherry Poppin' Daddies.
Tampa Bay Blues Fest
Established in 1995, the Tampa Bay Blues Fest has attracted blues fans to Vinoy Waterfront Park in downtown St. Petersburg with renowned performers such as Buddy Guy, Taj Mahal, Robert Cray, Delbert McClinton and Little Feat.
Established in 1995, the Tampa Bay Blues Fest has attracted blues fans to Vinoy Waterfront Park in downtown St. Petersburg with renowned performers such as Buddy Guy, Taj Mahal, Robert Cray, Delbert McClinton and Little Feat.