The annual Tampa Pig Jig fundraiser will be back this year on October 21 at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park in Tampa. In its 12th year, this family- and pet-friendly event remains as popular as ever — and, like always, proceeds are donated to NephCure Kidney International (NephCure). Nephcare is the only non-profit organization committed…
The world’s largest tattoo convention tour returns to Tampa for the annual Tampa Tattoo Arts Festival in October 2023. Get Tattooed by some of the best local, national, or international tattoo artists. There will be vendors with every supply a tattoo professional could need as well as vendors geared toward the tattoo enthusiast, with everything from jewelry,…
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, step right up to one of the most wildly twisted and bizarrely strange shows Tampa has seen! The Tampa Oddities & Curiosities Expo is bringing you weirdlly wonderful out-of-the-box date idea. Taking place November 11 at the Tampa Convention Center, this event brings together all things quirky, odd, and…
There’s a major concert coming to Raymond James Stadium and we are SO excited! This afternoon, it was officially announced that Billy Joel and Sting will be taking place at the stadium on February 24, 2024! Mayor Jane Castor along with Eric Hart, President/CEO of the Tampa Sports Authority, Mark Woodard, Tampa Sports Authority Board…
Anime lovers, brace yourselves for a whirlwind of colors, characters, and cuisine. The 2nd annual Anime St. Pete Convention is here this weekend, promising a weekend of fun, frolic, and fanfare! Here’s everything you need to know: Dive into Anime and Manga Magic Date & Venue: September 30 – October 1 at the historic St….
Time to tight roll your jeans, bust out your flannels, and grab your scrunchies. 90s Con 2023 is heading to Tampa Bay this September! Get ready for a totally radical time – this event is gonna be all that and a bag of chips. 90’s Con in Tampa Bay will take place September 15 –…
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 a Tampa Bay pumpkin patch, check out our list of Tampa Pumpkin Patches and Clearwater…
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…). Fall is the doorway to the exciting Holiday season, and it ushers in so many…
For the third year in a row, the Ocala Food and Wine Festival is returning to the World Equestrian Center (WEC). The event, which features celebrity chefs, food, wine, and more, will be held from November 3 through 5, 2023, with options available to attend the entirety of the weekend or to visit only on…
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and beer just go together. Given the park’s history with the Anheiser-Busch company, there are multiple ways to enjoy beer at Busch Gardens. A slice of Bavaria returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay as the park celebrates the return of Bier Fest every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from July 21 through…
Calling all Tampa Bay area parents! Our team over at Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine has an exciting event coming up that you won’t want to miss—the 16th Annual Back to School Fair, presented by Hillsborough County Public Schools, happening on Saturday, July 29! It’s the perfect opportunity to shop for your kids’ school needs without…
If you’re looking for a fun and entertaining date night, A Night at the Brewseum is the perfect event for you. This year, the event is back inside the Great Explorations Children’s Museum for the first time since 2020. On Thursday, May 11, 2023 from 6-9 pm,you can enjoy a beer festival, game night, and…
For years, Jim Gaffigan has been a household name. The comedian, known best for his stand-up comedy, is bringing his latest tour, The Dark Pale Tour, to Tampa from February 9-11 at The Straz Center. Not only will guests be treated to his hilarious antics about dealing with life’s crazy challenges, but these shows will…
With the Tampa Bay and Hillsborough River right along downtown, spending the day on the water makes perfect sense. The Bay and the river offer views of mansions, historical sites, downtown, attractions, and aquatic-life, plus the area has a rich and interesting history! There’s so much to see and learn! Day or night cruises are…
WELCOME TO 14 DAYS OF LOVE GIVEAWAY 2023! Why celebrate Valentine’s Day on just one day? Tampa Bay Date Night Guide’s annual giveaway extravaganza is back this year with the return of our 14 Days of Love Giveaway. Leading up to Valentine’s day in February, a different winner will score one of the spectacular prizes…
Hey Tampa, it’s time to Match Up! Head over to Bar HWRD this Sunday for Sunday Night Football with NBC and The League for the most social SNF experience ever. #SNFMatchUp This Sunday Night Football season, NBC Sports is bringing connectivity to the end zone with SNF Match Up events where you will have the…
The Olympic Games in Paris don’t kick off until 2024, but gymnasts all across the country are gearing up in hopes of representing the U.S.A. at the 2022 OOFOS U.S. Gymnastics Championships, which is being held right here in Tampa. From August 18-21, 2022 fans will have the opportunity to head to Amalie Arena to…
There’s a new craft beer festival coming to town just in time for peak craft beer drinking weather! The inaugural Gulp Coast Beer at the Pier Festival brings unlimited beer samples from 20+ local breweries to the St. Pete Pier on Saturday, November 13, 2021. Festivities at this 21+ only event include unlimited craft beer sampling,…
Millions of twinkling holiday lights, holiday inspired drinks, and spectacular fireworks…it’s a recipe for a perfect date night in Tampa Bay and you can do it all at Christmas Town at Busch Gardens. Before you head out, we’re sharing some of our top tips based on our own experience of attending Christmas Town this year…
St. Petersburg is the first in North America to host an art experience like you’ve never seen before. Van Gogh Alive debuted at The Dali on Saturday, November 21 to a sold out first week and there’s good reason why…it’s absolutely spectacular. In fact, it’s been in such demand, the exhibit has been extended through…