<div id="c3be0912bb716eee4ca644c1dfc4ecde4"></div>Summer officially begins soon and we can definitely use some warm days with sunshine after a couple of months practicing social distancing. This summer will be different as many of the concerts and events we had planned to see have been canceled due to the ongoing pandemic. However, several Tampa Bay area venues have begun to reopen, so check out our top picks for both virtual and physical events in Tampa Bay for June!
Note: As usual, we encourage you to practice social distancing.
June 1-7
ABC Fine Wine & Spirits Virtual Tasting
ABC is hosting a series of virtual tastings where you can interact with winemakers, distillers and leaders in the industry via Zoom seminars. Limited to 100 participants each. Scheduled tastings are as follows:
- Teeling Irish Whiskey: Monday, June 1, 5pm
Join Robert Caldwell, Global Brand Ambassador and mixologist for Teeling Irish Whiskey, as he discusses the history of the brand, its new innovative approaches, an in-depth tasting and cocktail strategies all the way from Ireland. - Patrón Tequila: Tuesday, June 2, 5pm
Join Stephen Halpin, Manager of Trade and Education for Patrón Tequila. Enjoy Taco Tuesday with great tequila and learn how to make three tequila cocktail recipes at home: a margarita using Patrón Silver, a paloma using Patrón Reposado and an Old Fashioned using Patrón Añejo. - Highclere Castle Gin: Wednesday, June 3, 5pm
Join Adam von Gootkin, Co-Founder and CEO, to learn about their award-winning gin, its history, the famous castle where the gin was originated and how to use the gin in cocktails. - St. Germain Liqueur: Thursday, June 4, 6pm
Join Earlecia Gibb to learn about the brand’s history, the delicate harvest process for the product and how to elevate your libations using St. Germain. - Santa Julia Wines: Friday, June 5, 6pm
Join Julia Zuccardi to learn about the family winery’s history, their organic and sustainable farming wine techniques and their wine style.
Virtual Zoomba in the Park
Tuesday, June 2, 6pm
In partnership with the Downtown YMCA, instructor Meagan Simmons leads all ages of attendees in Zumba, a Latin-inspired dance and cardio workout you can do at home! Check their Facebook page every Tuesday for the Zoom link to our weekly class at 6 PM.
Virtual Coffee with a Curator
Wednesday, June 3, 10:30-11am
This talk will survey a selection of the most memorable symbols found in Dalí’s art, and demonstrate how he uses these symbols to create a personal language and an iconic brand. From crutches to ants to melting watches, understanding Dalí’s symbols allows a deeper experience of his art. Visit The Dalí Museum’s YouTube channel at 10:30am to discover the rich world of Dalí’s art.
FREE
Rock The Park at Curtis Hixon Park
Thursday, June 4, 6:30-9:45pm
Rock the Park Tampa is held at Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. A free monthly music series showcasing musical talents of all genres. Featured bands include WD HAN, AKiVA the Band, and DJ Qeys (turntablist set).
FREE
Cruising & Boozing: Dinner Cruise
June 4, 5 & 6, 7-9:30pm
Enjoy a 2-hour cruise, delicious cuisine, refreshing beverages, beautiful skyline views, DJ entertainment and dancing on the promenade deck with cool sea breezes. Departs from Downtown Tampa or Clearwater Beach.
$59.95/$64.95 (Saturday) plus tax and marine fee
World Oceans Day “Social Distancing Style” Cleanup
Saturday, June 6
Calling all volunteers with kayaks, canoes, paddle-boards and motor boats: you can help cleanup our local waterways! If you don’t have a water vessel, you can still participate by cleaning up a local shoreline or neighborhood. Did you know that 80% of all litter on land will end up in our waterways? By taking a proactive approach, we can all make a big impact in our community!
Ybor City Saturday Market
Online
Ybor’s weekly Saturday Market can now be found online! YborMarketOnline.com was created to help vendors sell your favorite products while social distancing.
Prices vary
June 8 – 14
Virtual Zoomba in the Park
Tuesday, June 9, 6pm
In partnership with the Downtown YMCA, instructor Meagan Simmons leads all ages of attendees in Zumba, a Latin-inspired dance and cardio workout you can do at home! Check their Facebook page every Tuesday for the Zoom link to our weekly class at 6 PM.
Rock The Park at Curtis Hixon Park
Thursday, June 11, 6:30-9:45pm
Rock the Park Tampa is held at Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. A free monthly music series showcasing musical talents of all genres.
FREE
Cruising & Boozing: Dinner Cruise
June 11, 12 & 13, 7-9:30pm
Enjoy a 2-hour cruise, delicious cuisine, refreshing beverages, beautiful skyline views, DJ entertainment and dancing on the promenade deck with cool sea breezes. Departs from Downtown Tampa or Clearwater Beach.
$59.95/$64.95 (Saturday) plus tax and marine fee
June 15 – 21
Virtual Zoomba in the Park
Tuesday, June 16, 6pm
In partnership with the Downtown YMCA, instructor Meagan Simmons leads all ages of attendees in Zumba, a Latin-inspired dance and cardio workout you can do at home! Check their Facebook page every Tuesday for the Zoom link to our weekly class at 6 PM.
Armature Works Run Club 5k
Wednesday, June 17, 6:30pm
Head to Armature Works for a 5k on the Riverwalk followed by great food and drinks within Heights Public Market. A short warm-up will begin at 6:30pm. Run, enjoy 10% off drinks at BAR at Armature and meet new people! All ages and experience levels are welcome. Armature Works Run Club is made possible by Fit2Run.
FREE
Rock The Park at Curtis Hixon Park
Thursday, June 18, 6:30-9:45pm
Rock the Park Tampa is held at Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. A free monthly music series showcasing musical talents of all genres.
FREE
Cruising & Boozing: Dinner Cruise
June 18, 19 & 20, 7-9:30pm
Enjoy a 2-hour cruise, delicious cuisine, refreshing beverages, beautiful skyline views, DJ entertainment and dancing on the promenade deck with cool sea breezes. Departs from Downtown Tampa or Clearwater Beach.
$59.95/$64.95 (Saturday) plus tax and marine fee
Father’s Day Lunch & Dinner Cruises
Sunday, June 21, 12:30pm & 5:30pm
Give Dad a break from the grill this Father’s Day with a spectacular cruise on the water! The entire family will enjoy a lavish meal prepared by the Yacht’s Executive Chef, while experiencing the best views of Tampa Bay. Includes a 2-hour cruise with an upscale entree selection, reserved table and DJ entertainment.
$59.95/person (plus $2 marine fee and sales tax)
VIRTUAL TOURS AND EXPERIENCES
Let’s Roam – Date Night at Home
These in-home scavenger hunts allow you to “choose your own date adventure” and help couples deepen their connection. All you need is your phone! The interactive Let’s Roam app will present you with a series of challenges and questions ranging in difficulty and point value. Work through the challenges in any order and have fun.
Monthly subscriptions start at $14.99/month, or $19.99 for a one-time scavenger hunt
Morean Arts Center: Create with the Morean Arts Center Virtually
Enroll in classes such as photoshop for photographers or enjoy one of the two virtual tours available.
Virtual tours are FREE, classes are extra
On-Demand Classes & Workouts
YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg
Enjoy a number of complimentary virtual exercise offerings for those who want to stay active at home during this time.
FREE
Imagine our Florida’s Virtual 5K
Run or walk at your own pace for this fundraiser benefiting Imagine our Florida. Once you sign up, you’ll receive a link to self-report your time. You can run on a treadmill, around the block, or even out in nature. You have until December 31, 2020, to complete your run.
$25
17th Annual Save the Manatee 5K – Virtual
Run, walk, bike, swim, kayak, or hike your favorite course and receive the manatee t-shirt, finisher’s medal, and race bib in the mail. All proceeds are donated to the Save the Manatee Club.
Florida Aquarium SEA-SPAN
The Florida Aquarium is allowing you to continue to “sea” what they’re up to while the aquarium is closed. Check the aquarium’s Facebook page for daily Facebook Live videos including stingray and baby gator feeding and a wetlands tour. Past broadcasts can be found here.
FREE
Tampa Museum of Art – Museum From Home
Tune in and learn new insights from artists, curators, and educators about the artwork at the Tampa Museum of Art. Through these engaging online educational activities, we present new ways to experience, connect, and create with TMA.
FREE
Virtual Tours
Busch Gardens Virtual Tours
Busch Gardens is taking you behind the scenes via their Facebook page with videos featuring everything from POV roller coaster rides, a virtual Serengeti Safari, and meeting the animals that call the park home up close and personal.
FREE
Audio Tour of Ybor City
Enjoy history from 15 notable points along Ybor City, including Columbia Restaurant, Centennial Park, and Tabanero Cigar Factory.
FREE
The Ringling’s Museum from Home
The Ringling is allowing you to tour the Bayfront Gardens from the comfort of your home, view Art Chats, send a digital postcard, explore over 100 different species of trees using TreeKeeper, and more! You can also find Ringling archives, Ringling staff favs, and the object of the week posts on The Ringling’s Facebook page.
Shine Mural Festival Virtual Tour
Explore St. Pete’s multitude of murals from the comfort of your home via the SHINE Mural Festival Virtual Tour. The virtual tour allows you to see photos, watch videos and find out about the artist and the artwork.
FREE
Dalí Museum 360: Virtual Tour
The Dalí Museum is offering a free 360 virtual tour, which includes 360 viws of the gallery, community room, cafe, museum store, and the picturesque top floor.
FREE
Florida Holocaust Museum: Virtual Tour
The Florida Holocaust Museum is offering virtual tours available through their website. This virtual exhibit is a collaboration between The Florida Holocaust Museum and the University of South Florida’s Tampa Library and Department of History. The goal of the project is to bring the historical and educational resources and the visual experience of the Museum’s permanent exhibition to a wider audience and to preserve the content of the exhibition.
FREE
Tampa Bay History Center: Museum From Home
The Digital Heritage and Humanities Collections at the University of South Florida Libraries in partnership with the Tampa Bay History Center is using the latest in digital and mapping technologies to create a virtual presentation of objects, architecture, and museum exhibitions. You’ll be able to see artifacts in 3D, tour exhibits, and watch a number of educational videos.
FREE
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