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It's a busy time of year with local events, festivals, and more and we've got them all on our top picks of things to do this weekend in Tampa Bay! Local strawberry farms are ready for u-pick season and the weather is right to see manatees in the wild!
Can you believe it? Valentine's Day is this Friday!
Featured Tampa Bay Events
Florida State Fair
- February 6-17
- 4800 US Hwy. 301 North, Tampa 33610
- Monday – Thursday: 11:00am – 9:00pm
- Friday – Sunday & President’s Day: 10:00am – 9:00pm
Join the excitement at the 2025 Florida State Fair, February 6-17 in Tampa! Enjoy thrilling rides, mouthwatering fair food, and live entertainment for all ages. Explore creative contests, captivating exhibits, and discover Florida’s agricultural heritage. With something for everyone, from exciting shows to hands-on experiences, there’s endless fun to be had. Let Your Fun Shine and create lasting memories with family and friends. Don’t miss out on the adventure of a lifetime!
Science After Dark: “The Science of Attraction”
- Friday, February 14, from 6-9 p.m.
- MOSI
Get ready to explore the Science of Attraction this Valentine’s Day at MOSI! Science After Dark is the ultimate adults-only event that brings together science, entertainment, and socializing in one unforgettable evening. Explore and play in the exhibit space after hours, enjoy themed demonstrations, light appetizers and drink samples from local restaurants, and more.
$25 for members; $30 for non-members.
worth the drive: Strawberry Festival
- Saturdays and Sundays, February 15, 16, 22, and 23, from 10am-5pm
- Amber Brooke Farms – locations in Eustis and Williston
🍓✨ Celebrate the season with Strawberries! Head to Amber Brooke Farms for a fun-filled weekend of delicious delights, live music, and family-friendly activities. Pick your own fresh strawberries, enjoy local food vendors, and shop unique crafts.
Don’t miss the exciting kids’ activities, including bounce houses, face painting, and more! With live entertainment and plenty of farm fun, it’s the perfect way to embrace strawberry season with friends and family.

Things to Do This Week in Tampa Bay
Pickleball on the Pier
- Now – March 16
- St. Petersburg Pier by the Splash Pad
- Sunday – Thursday from 10am-7pm & Friday – Saturday 8am – 9pm
The St. Pete Pier invites locals and tourists alike to experience its first-ever pickleball pop-up, “Pickleball on the Pier” powered by St. Pete Athletic. From Jan. 17 to March 16, 2025, visitors can participate in expert-guided pickleball sessions surrounded by the pristine waters of the St. Pete Pier. Tickets are available for $5 for all day play and an additional $5 to rent a paddle and balls. All levels are welcome and no reservation is required.
Happy Hour with the Historian
- Thursday, February 13th, at 6 pm
- St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Avenue NE, St. Petersburg 33701
Nicole is a veteran NASA Astronaut with two spaceflights and 104 days in space as a crewmember on both the Space Shuttle and International Space Station. An engineer who is also an aquanaut, Nicole became the first astronaut to paint a watercolor in space. Aboard the final flight of Space Shuttle Discovery, she carried the actual Benoist pennant that flew on the world's first airline flight in 1914. $10 per person
Beer Garden Movies: Spice World
- Thursday, February 13th – A very special Thursday night showing for Galentine’s Day!
- Green Bench Brewing, 1133 Baum Ave N., St. Petersburg 33705
Beer Garden Movies are free and open to the public. Blankets, chairs and snacks are welcome. Movies start at 7 pm.
February Events at Flor Fina
Hotel Haya, Tampa – 1412 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
- 2/13 | Galentine’s Adopt & Shop: Clothing Swap & Dog Adoption with Mercy Full Project, Stacked by Prevail, and Beauty by Jhor
- 2/14 | Valentine’s Day at Flor Fina with a pop-up flower shop by The Roaming Petal and live music by Swing Songbird
- 2/21 | ‘Finest in Funk’ All Vinyl Funk Set with AJ Hall in Flor Fina
- 2/22 | Now on View: One Day Public Art Festival at Haya, presented by Hillsborough Community College, featuring artists Blue House Florals and Tyler Gillespi
- 2/23 | Chicken Yoga with The Ybor Misfits and Yoga Loft Tampa
- 2/26 | Pickling Workshop in Las Novedades with Flor Fina chefs
For family-friendly things to do in Tampa, check out Tampa Bay Parenting.
Events Next Week and Beyond in Tampa Bay
St. Petersburg Seafood and Music Festival
- Feb 21-Feb 23, 2025 | Fri: 4 PM–10 PM | Sat: 11 AM–10 PM | Sun: 11 AM–6 PM
- Vinoy Park, Bayshore Drive Northeast, St. Petersburg, FL
The St. Petersburg Seafood & Music Festival brings together freshly prepared seafood, live music, and a waterfront setting for a fun-filled weekend. Enjoy a variety of seafood dishes, browse local arts and crafts, and relax with performances from local and regional musicians.
Gasparilla Festival of the Arts
- March 1–2, 2025 Sat: 9 AM–6 PM & Sun: 10 AM–5 PM
- Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, Tampa, FL
Gasparilla Festival of the Arts brings together talented artists from all over for a weekend of fine art, live entertainment, and local food in downtown Tampa. Stroll through the exhibits, meet the artists, and enjoy a mix of painting, sculpture, photography, and more.
Water Street Tampa’s Book Fair
- Wednesday, March 5 from 5:30pm – 9:30pm
- Water Street Tampa
Cover to Cover marks the debut of Water Street Tampa’s Book Fair, a tantalizing celebration of words, wit, and literary indulgence. The neighborhood will transform into a book lover’s playground—brimming with irresistible page-turners, spine-tingling plots, and thought-provoking prose that promises to keep you up all night. Whether you crave the thrill of fiction, the allure of non-fiction, or something deliciously in between, your next literary obsession is waiting to be devoured.
WineFest 2025: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Wine
- March 7–8, 2025 | Fri: 7–10 PM (Premium Tasting at 7 PM, Grand Tasting at 8 PM) | Sat: 6–10 PM (Wine Pairing Dinner)
- Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin Street, Tampa, FL 33602
Tampa Theatre’s annual WineFest is back with a fun new theme! This year, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Wine turns the historic theatre into a unique wine and food tasting experience. Guests can enjoy a variety of boutique wines and small bites from local restaurants in a lively, themed setting.
Tampa Bay Derby/Festival Day 45
- March 8, 2025 at 10 AM
- Tampa Bay Downs, 11225 Race Track Rd, Tampa, FL
Spend the day at Tampa Bay Downs for Festival Day 45, featuring the Tampa Bay Derby, one of the biggest races of the season. Enjoy a full day of horse racing, betting, and live entertainment, with races happening every 20–25 minutes. General admission includes a Mystery Mutuel Voucher, which can be redeemed for food, drinks, or merchandise at the track.
Pottery + Prosecco
- Sunday, March 2nd | 10AM-12PM
- Book + Bottle, 17 6th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
A morning of sipping prosecco and painting ceramic trinket dishes at Book + Bottle. No experience necessary. Reservations required.
Spanish Winemaker Tapas Dinner
- Tuesday, March 11th at 6:30pm
- Cru Cellars, 2506 S MacDill Ave. Tampa, FL 33629
An interactive wine dinner featuring SAWM Imports and winemaker Epifanio Rivera from Ribera del Duero. Chef Jay will prepare a series of tapas courses to pair with 5+ wines from their portfolio. The cost includes all food, wine pairings, and gratuity.
Conjuring the Spirit World
- March 16 – July 13, 2025
- The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34234
Conjuring the Spirit World: Art, Magic, and Mediums explores the essential role art and objects played for mediums and magicians “communicating” with the dead during the 19th- and 20th-century Spiritualism movement in the U.S. and Europe—a time when people actively debated and wondered, “Can spirits return?” See paintings, posters, photographs, stage apparatuses, costumes, film, publications and other objects that will transport visitors to the age of Harry Houdini, Margery the Medium, Howard Thurston, and the Fox Sisters, among others.
Tampa Bay Sun FC Women's Sports Weekend
- April 4 – 6, 2025
- Riverfront Stadium at Blake High School & Amalie Arena, Tampa
Tampa Bay Sun FC is rescheduling its April 6 match vs. Fort Lauderdale United FC to Saturday, April 5 at 7:00 PM EST! The new date fits between the two nights of NCAA Women's Final Four competition at Amalie Arena on April 4 and 6, maximizing the reach of women's sports as interest surges in the US.
Ongoing Events in Tampa Bay
Pickin' Splinters Bluegrass Open Jam
- Every Thursday, 7pm – 10pm
- Woodwright Brewing, 985 Douglas Ave, Dunedin 34698
This is an open Bluegrass jam to any players or singers of any skill level! Bring your instruments, your voice and your friends to listen and enjoy some of the best craft brews in the area from Woodwright Brewing Company and some tasty food selections from The Duneatery!
18+ only, no outside food/drinks.
Afternoon Tea at Chocolate Pi
- Sundays in February, 3:30pm
- Chocolate Pi: 5207 N Florida Ave, Tampa 33603
Relax and connect with some loved ones. Afternoon tea is served on a tiered tray with savory macarons, tea sandwiches, quiche, scones and desserts for $45 per person. To make your reservation, simply text 813-774-1971 with your name, number of guests, and if there are any vegetarians or nut allergies in your party.
Save the Date!
Nude Nite
- Thursday – Sunday, March 20 – 22nd, from 6pm to 12am
- Coastal Creative: 2201 1st Avenue South St. Petersburg 33712
St. Pete’s most daring art experience! An unforgettable night of art, performance, and connection. Experience an immersive experience featuring 200+ pieces of figurative art from all over the country, live performances, and interactive installations. Sip a cocktail, explore thought-provoking exhibits, and embrace the beauty of the human form in 20,000 sq ft of vibrancy. Nude Nite is the perfect way to ignite creativity and indulge in a night like no other!
Tickets: $40; purchase tickets in advance to guarantee entry and avoid longer wait times. Limited tickets will be available at the door.
Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival
- April 8 – 12
- Water Street, Hyde Park Village, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival showcases five days celebrating some of Tampa's leading restaurants. This 3rd annual event is taking place April 8-12, 2025 and will feature a variety of experiences that will highlight the culinary world in Tampa and the surrounding areas, featuring dishes by celebrity chefs, MICHELIN Star-rated chefs, and more.
5th Annual Bucs Beach Bash
- April 24-27, 2025
- TradeWinds Resort, St. Pete Beach
It will be an unforgettable weekend packed with VIP fan experiences, live performances and all the Bucs pride one can handle. Offering plenty of family fun in the sun, the event will feature a performance by country music duo LOCASH, and appearances by the Bucs mascot Captain Fear, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders, the Bucs Street Team and the Pirate Krewe.