Events
Where to Park for Gasparilla Pirate Fest 2023
Gasparilla Pirate Fest is almost here and in order to party with the pirates, you’re probably asking…where can I park for Gasparilla? We’ve got you covered! First, let’s go over the big details. Gasparilla Pirate Fest will be held…
Gasparilla 101! The History + Legends Behind One of Tampa’s Most Iconic Events
To some locals, you aren’t a true “Tampanian” until you experience your first Gasparilla and all that it entails! Gasparilla, named in honor of mythical pirate, Jose Gaspar, is a long-standing Tampa tradition. But what exactly is Gasparilla and why…
Our Top Picks for the Best Gasparilla Brunches This Year
Due to the closure of half of the city and its roads, it can be quite a challenge during the Gasparilla festivities to find a hot bite of food away from the craziness. Luckily, both the festival and other third-party…
Where to Watch Rocket Launches on the Space Coast
It is such an exciting time in Central Florida! The Space Coast is booming with multiple rocket launches every month. And now a history-making event is taking place with the Artemis program. We’re returning to the moon! The Artemis missions…
The Best New Year’s Eve Events in Tampa Bay, Clearwater, and St Pete
New Year’s Eve 2023 NYE Guide Everything you need to know for the BEST New Year’s Eve in Tampa Clearwater St. Pete! Celebrate New Year’s Eve on December 31, 2022 safely and in style What another interest year and here…
New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Tampa Clearwater St Pete!
Make a date night out of the Tampa Bay area’s New Year’s events! Counting down to the new year, getting that midnight kiss, and watching fireworks together is the perfect way to start your new year off right. So, here…
Essential Survival Tips for Gasparilla 2023
The last Saturday in January is a big one for the city of Tampa, Florida — people from all over come to celebrate the pirate invasion of Jose Gaspar and his crew. About 300,000 people make their way to Bayshore…
30+ Free Holiday Events in Tampa Bay for a Festive Date
This holiday season it is so important to find ways to have quality time together. With gifts to purchase and other obligations, it is nice to enjoy some holiday cheer, for free. We’ve gathered up some of the best free…
The 2022 Gasparilla Bowl is Coming to Raymond James Stadium!
It’s that time of year when regular college football games wrap up and bowl season begins. This year, Tampa’s signature bowl game, the Gasparilla Bowl, will be hosting teams from The University of Missouri and Wake Forest University on December…
Celebrate the Holidays in Tampa Bay: Christmas Events, Lights, and More!
Choosing which holiday events to attend can be a daunting task, especially when there are so many to choose from – including a handful of brand new events for 2022. To take away some of the stress of decision…
Must-Visit Holiday Markets in Tampa Bay for Unique Gifts
Whether you’re ready or not, ‘tis the season for holiday shopping! This year, more than ever, planning your gift-giving well ahead of time is key to avoiding a shipping nightmare. Lucky for us, Tampa Bay has no shortage of holiday…
Foodie Getaway to the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic
Calling all foodies! The beloved Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic returns for its 13th year Friday and Saturday, November 11-12, 2022. Boasting unlimited tastings at more than 20 stations featuring culinary selections from the…
20+ Seriously Spooky Halloween Events in Tampa
Celebrate Halloween in Tampa Bay with these curated picks for the area’s most haunted happenings! Halloween is here! Start planning your couples’ costumes, stock up on your favorite Halloween goodies at the store, and do date night at one of…
Top 5 Adult Only Halloween Parties in Tampa Bay
Calling all spooky sisters and ghoulish guys, Halloween is on the rise! With so many things to do this Halloween season in Tampa, it’s ghoulishly good to get out and party. We’re bringing you the Top 5 Adult Only Halloween…
Haunted Houses and Attractions to Visit this October
Everyone’s favorite spooky month is here and that means it’s time for the best Halloween dates. Lucky for you, there’s no shortage of date night spots for you to spend your evening and get your scare on. From Tampa to…
Tampa Pig Jig 2022
The annual Tampa Pig Jig fundraiser will be back this year on October 22 at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park in Tampa. In its 11th year, this family- and pet-friendly event remains as popular as ever — and, like always,…
Tampa Bay’s Best Corn Mazes
TampaBayDateNightGuide ~ Fun Ways to Celebrate Fall ~ Corn Mazes Along with Pumpkin Patches, Fall Festivals, Fall Craft Beer and Foodie Events, and great Halloween Activities, (all of which are on the Fun Ways to Celebrate Fall listing)…
St. Pete Pumpkin Patches
Fun Ways to Celebrate Fall / Pumpkin Patches / St Petersburg Pumpkin Patches Tampa Bay Pumpkin Patches are all kinds of awesome! So hooray for fall and pumpkins and pumpkin patches in Tampa! And if you’re not looking for…
Fall Craft Beer & Foodie Events
TampaBayDateNightGuide ~ Fall Fun ~ Fall Craft Beer & Foodie Events Fall is about more than leaves changing colors (uh, except Florida…) and pumpkins and boots (on the cold frigid mornings where the temperature barely hits 68 degrees…). …
Where to See Halloween Movies in Tampa Bay 2022
Forget about romantic comedies, scary movies are just as ideal for date night. What other movie genre warrants consecutive hours of holding each other tight? We’ve put together this guide to Halloween movies in Tampa Bay for your spooky viewing…
