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Gasparilla Music Festival

3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Friday April 10-12

Meridian Fields, 101 S Meridian Ave, Tampa, FL 33602

Cost: $75 one day; $125 all 3 days

Gasparilla Music Festival, presented by Water Street Tampa, returns for its 14th season at an all-new venue! Headliners Mt. Joy (Friday), Two Friends (Saturday), and Gov’t Mule (Sunday) lead a stacked lineup of 30+ artists, including Shakey Graves, Jai Wolf, Drive-By Truckers, Bryce Vine and GZA. Get ready for three days of the hottest acts across multiple stages, local food and drink vendors, and more!

Busch Gardens: Food, Wine & Garden Festival

Mondays and Fridays 12:00 PM - Close March 6 - May 8

Busch Gardens

A world of taste awaits at the annual Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food, Wine & Garden Festival with a delicious menu and drinks as dynamic and unique as the park's thrilling roller coaster collection. Guests can sip & savor their way through flavorful eats and mouthwatering treats each weekend of the event. Park guests can also experience live concert performances every weekend FREE with park admission. Food and beverage is not included with park admission and is available for an extra fee.

Keel Farms Blueberry Festival

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Weekends in April

Keel Farms

Cost: $10 Parking

Join us for our annual Blueberry Festival every weekend in April (except Easter Sunday) from 10 AM – 3 PM at Keel Farms!

Celebrate all things blueberry with fresh blueberry U-Pick* straight from the farm, a crowd-favorite blueberry shortcake eating contest, and plenty of family-friendly fun. Enjoy camel rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, local vendors, and more throughout the day.

Kegs N Eggs

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM April 4

Bay Area Renaissance Festival

Cost: $40

Join us for an adult egg hunt filled with craft beer, great prizes, music, contests, games, and more! 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM • Pre-Party & Registration 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM • Egg Hunt & Beer Fest

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Bay Area Renaissance Festival

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday March 28 - Sunday March 29

12838 Auton Rd., Dade City, FL 33525

Cost: $28

The Bay Area Renaissance Festival is celebrating its 48th season!

Come and be a part of this long-standing tradition by visiting the festival grounds in Dade City, FL. Rain or Shine

Lightning games schedule

Tampa Bay Lightning Vs. Ottawa Senators Saturday March 28 1:00 PM

Cost: $67+

Tampa Bay Lightning Vs. Nashville Predators Sunday March 29 5:00 PM

Cost: $56+

Tampa Bay Lightning Vs. Montreal Canadiens Tuesday March 31 7:00 PM

Cost: $47+

Tampa Bay Lightning Vs. Pittsburgh Penguins Thursday April 2 7:00 PM

Cost: $80+

Amalie Arena

Rock The Park

Thursday April 2nd 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park

Cost: Free

Rock the Park is a FREE monthly music series showcasing musical talents of all genres. Rock the Park is held at Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park on the first Thursday of each month and facilitated through a 15+ year partnership between the Tampa Downtown Partnership & Brokenmold Entertainment.

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Bay Area Renaissance Festival

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Weekends March 14 - March 29

12838 Auton Rd., Dade City, FL 33525

Cost: $28

The Bay Area Renaissance Festival is celebrating its 48th season!

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Glow Putt Putt

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM March 20

Sparkman Wharf

Cost: $10

Tee off under the glow of the night at our Glow Putt-Putt Pop-Up! Water Street Tampa and Sparkman Wharf are transforming into a vibrant, after-dark mini-golf experience. Each location will feature a 9-hole illuminated course, filled with glowing obstacles, fun challenges, and an electrifying atmosphere.

Deep In The Krate Party

4:30 PM - 11:00 PM March 21

Krate At The Grove, 5817 Goldview Pkwy, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544

Cost: Free

A free party diving into the deeper sounds of electronic dance music surrounded on all sides by an open-air food and drink market

Seafood And Wine Fest

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM March 21

Tampa Bay Downs, 11225 Race Track Rd, Tampa, FL 33626

Cost: $85

The event will be under the Trackside Picnic Pavilion Tent from noon - 4:00 p.m. The price includes seafood boil, shrimp, jambalaya and the fixin's, plus world-famous desserts, wine and beer tastings, admission, & a racing program.

Hibachi On The Lawn

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM March 24

Armature Works

Cost: $85

Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars at our Hibachi on the Lawn experience, beginning at 6:30 PM. Enjoy the excitement of live hibachi cooking as our chefs fire up the grill and prepare your meal right before your eyes.

Bring your friends and family, grab a seat on the lawn, and enjoy great food, fresh air, and a lively atmosphere perfect for a summer night out.

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Bay Area Renaissance Festival

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Weekends March 14 - March 29

12838 Auton Rd., Dade City, FL 33525

Cost: $28

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PI Day

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM March 14

MOSI - Museum of Science & Innovation

Cost: $20

Pi Day celebrates the wonders of circles, numbers, and discovery. On March 14, join us for hands-on fun where Pi isn’t just a number – it’s an experience. This family-friendly event is FREE for MOSI members or included in general admission for the day.

First, explore engaging activity stations located throughout the museum. Each station highlights patterns, measurement, and problem-solving. Next, take part in a collaborative Paint-by-Numbers mural that grows throughout the day. Meanwhile, live demos bring big ideas to life and keep the energy high.

In addition, enjoy special themed star tours in the Saunders Planetarium! These immersive shows connect math to space, innovation, and exploration.

St Patrick's Day Pickle Fest

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM March 14

Armature Works at the Heights

Cost: Free

Get ready for a dill-lightful day at Picklefest at Armature Works!

Join us for a briny celebration of all things pickled. From classic dill favorites to bold and unexpected pickle-inspired creations, guests can explore a wide variety of pickled-flavored bites, snacks, and specialty items from our amazing vendors. Whether you’re a pickle purist or love adventurous flavors, there’s something here to satisfy every craving.

As an added bonus, Picklefest takes place the same day as Tampa’s beloved River O' Green celebration — making it the perfect stop before or after enjoying the festive waterfront fun. Spend the day soaking in the lively atmosphere, grabbing your favorite pickle treats, and celebrating all things green along the river.

Dance Now Multicultural Dance Festival

4:00 PM - 9:30 PM March 15

Water Works Park

Cost: Free

Dance Now is Tampa Bay’s free multicultural dance festival, bringing together 120+ artists for an immersive celebration of movement. Featuring live performances, interactive experiences, and community participation, the festival transforms Water Works Park into a vibrant stage where cultures connect, barriers dissolve, and dance invites the entire community to move together.

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Bulls Family Fest

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Saturday March 7

USF

Cost: Free with registration

The Bulls Family Fest is an annual celebration where families and the public can immerse themselves in the diverse offerings of colleges, departments, and student organizations from the University of South Florida. The Bulls Family Fest is located each year at the University of South Florida Tampa campus.

Food Sovereign Farmers Market

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Saturday March 7

USF Botanical Gardens, 12210 USF Pine Drive, Tampa, FL 33612

Cost: Free

The Food Sovereign Farmers Market is a student-run event that aims to immerse attendees in our local food system. By bridging the gap between local producers and consumers, our goal is to embody all the principles of food sovereignty. Our market will have a mix of produce, baked goods, artists, houseplants, zero-waste swaps, and more! We will also be joined by the host of the TV show "Where The Food Comes From" for a game of trivia, and several local musicians! Partnering with Homegrown Hillsborough and other local organizations, we will have a lot of informational resources. We will also have activities for people to engage in.

20th Annual Taste Of South Tampa

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Sunday March 8

Tampa Garden Club, 2629 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629

Cost: $70

The 20th Annual Taste of South Tampa, presented by Older, Lundy, Koch & Martino and hosted by the South Tampa Chamber, will take place on Sunday, March 8th, as we return for the ninth year to the beautiful Tampa Garden Club along Bayshore Boulevard. Enjoy an extraordinary outdoor festival featuring live entertainment, delicious tastings from local restaurants, a lively beer garden, and the chance to win exciting prizes. Don’t miss this fantastic community celebration!

Florida Strawberry Festival

Thursday February 26 - Sunday March 8

Florida Strawberry Festival, 303 BerryFest Place, Plant City, FL 33563

Cost: $15

Join the fun at the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City! This annual spring celebration is packed with sweet strawberries, live music, thrilling rides, and mouthwatering fair food. Enjoy everything from pie-eating contests to pageants, and explore the lively midway with games and attractions for all ages. Don't miss the chance to savor fresh a strawberry shortcake and discover unique crafts and exhibits. It's the perfect blend of family fun and local flavor!

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Florida Strawberry Festival

Thursday February 26 - Sunday March 8

Florida Strawberry Festival, 303 BerryFest Place, Plant City, FL 33563

Cost: $15

Join the fun at the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City! This annual spring celebration is packed with sweet strawberries, live music, thrilling rides, and mouthwatering fair food. Enjoy everything from pie-eating contests to pageants, and explore the lively midway with games and attractions for all ages. Don't miss the chance to savor fresh a strawberry shortcake and discover unique crafts and exhibits. It's the perfect blend of family fun and local flavor!

Gasparilla Festival Of The Arts

9:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday February 28 - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday March 1

Julian B Lane Riverfront Park

Cost: Free

Every year, downtown Tampa transforms into one giant outdoor museum when hundreds of artists gather for the Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts. Imagine some of the world’s preeminent artists, hand-selected from over 1,000 submissions, all in one place.

The Gasparilla Festival of the Arts is recognized as one of the top-rated outdoor fine art festivals in the country. The festival will be held at the beautiful Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park in downtown Tampa. Each year, more than 250 artists are selected through a juried process to exhibit their work for art enthusiasts and vie for more than $90,000 in award money, including the $15,000 Raymond James Best of Show Award and an additional 38 awards. The festival is free to the public and attracts an estimated 100,000 visitors.

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Petapalooza II

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Saturday February 21

Westchase Town Center, 9540 W. Linebaugh Ave., Tampa, FL 33626

Cost: Free

Get ready for another paw-some day at Petapalooza II — packed with fun for pets and their people!

Meet pet specialists, discover the latest in pet products and nutrition, and chat with veterinary experts. Don’t miss the pet contest, photo ops with your furry friends, and a variety of delicious food and beverages for you to enjoy while your pets soak up the spotlight.

Florida Strawberry Festival

Thursday February 26 - Sunday March 8

Florida Strawberry Festival, 303 BerryFest Place, Plant City, FL 33563

Cost: $15

Join the fun at the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City! This annual spring celebration is packed with sweet strawberries, live music, thrilling rides, and mouthwatering fair food. Enjoy everything from pie-eating contests to pageants, and explore the lively midway with games and attractions for all ages. Don't miss the chance to savor fresh a strawberry shortcake and discover unique crafts and exhibits. It's the perfect blend of family fun and local flavor!

Gasparilla Festival Of The Arts

9:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday February 28 - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday March 1

Julian B Lane Riverfront Park

Cost: Free

Every year, downtown Tampa transforms into one giant outdoor museum when hundreds of artists gather for the Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts. Imagine some of the world’s preeminent artists, hand-selected from over 1,000 submissions, all in one place.

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