OCTOBER
October 16-19
Clearwater Jazz Holiday
Clearwater: Discover Tampa Bay’s largest outdoor jazz festival, featuring
mainstage and intimate live performances from local and national jazz musicians
(past performers include the Beach Boys, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, the Gipsy Kings,
and Los Lobos!), vendors, food and more! Various showtimes at 300 Cleveland St.
Info: www.clearwaterjazz.com
October 25
Cole Swindell
Join this four-time ACM Award winner as he returns for a night of nonstop
entertainment to mark the release of his latest album, Spanish Moss,
featuring the hits “Happy Hour Sad Tour” and “Forever To Me,” along with
special guests Greylan James and Priscilla Block. Tickets. Takes place 7pm at
300 Cleveland St. Info: www.rutheckerdhall.com
October 30 – November 2
Garden Bros. Nuclear Circus
Clearwater: Step right up for a five-ring adventure featuring a human
cannonball, the world’s smallest person, and the chilling 7-man team Globe of
Death, plus gigantic inflatable slides, bounce houses, pony rides, face
painting, and yummy fair food! Tickets. Showtimes: TH & F: 4:30 and 7:30pm;
Sat: 1:30, 4:30 & & 7:30pm at 27001 US Hwy 19 N. Info: www.gardenbrosnuclearcircus.com
NOVEMBER
November 1
Salsa at the District – Dia de Los Muertos
Clearwater: An extraordinary night of spooktacular music, salsa and Bachata dancing,
costume contests, salsa lessons, Latin dance performances, live DJs, and more and
fun for all ages during this lively community block party. Free. Takes place
6-11pm at 612 Cleveland St. Info: http://bit.ly/4lQS95E
November 13
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis
Re-discover this spectacular timeless holiday performance sprinkled with
classic carols, original songs and the spectacular multimedia lightshow
synonymous of this Grammy® Award-winning ensemble, whose sound never fails to
capture the spirit of the season. Tickets. Takes place 7pm at 1111 McMullen
Booth Rd. Info: www.rutheckerdhall.com
November
14
Russell Dickerson
Discover the magic of “Russellmania” as this platinum-selling TN native rocks
the stage with “Bones,” “God Gave Me A Girl,” “Good Day to Have a Great Day,”
“She Likes It,” and more, with the "unstoppable energy fans can’t get
enough of!” Tickets. Takes place 8pm at 300 Cleveland St. Info: http://www.rutheckerdhall.com
November 22 & 23
Palm Harbor Craft Festival
Palm Harbor: Bring your holiday gift list and browse exceptional offerings from
the nation’s finest crafters under the white tents set up along the main
thoroughfare and just steps away from delightful boutiques and unique
restaurants. Free. Takes place 10am-5pm at 1023 Florida Ave. Info: www.artfestival.com
November
27
Clearwater Turkey Trot
Clearwater: A new name, but the same great pre-Thanksgiving feast tradition
traversing parts of scenic Clearwater featuring the 5K Wingding or the 1-mile
Abe’s Gobbler! Takes place 7 & 8:30am in the 540 Hercules Ave. Registration
and info: www.727canrace.com
December 29
Reliaquest Bowl Beach Day
Clearwater: Join players, marching bands and cheerleaders as they enjoy the
sun, sugar sand, and live music during a day of friendly beach competitions.
Then, stick around for an artisan market, live music and a breathtaking sunset
from Pier 60. Free. Takes place 11am-4pm at 400 Mandalay Ave. Info: www.reliaquestbowl.com
December 31
Salute to Vienna
Waltz into the new year with dazzling costumes, lush flowers and lively music
of Vienna’s Golden Age, featuring some of Europe’s finest singers, dancers and
a full orchestra performing timeless melodies, including the breathtakingly
beautiful Blue Danube Waltz. Tickets. Showtime 3pm at 1111 McMullen Booth Rd.
Info: www.rutheckerdhall.com
JANUARY
January 4 & 5
Downtown Dunedin Art Festival
Dunedin: This outdoor festival showcases a stunning variety of artwork from talented local and national artists, including fine paintings and sculptures to unique jewelry, ceramics, and photography, plus live music, interactive art displays, and gourmet food vendors. Free. Takes place 10am-5pm at 271 Main St. Info: www.artfestival.com