Through March
30 (weekends)
Bay Area Renaissance Festival
Dade City: Explore the ambiance of a 16th century European village with
strolling musicians, magicians and jugglers, shop the artisan marketplace for
medieval and modern handicrafts, enjoy live jousting, food fit for a king, pub
crawls and more. Tickets. Takes place Sat & Sun 10 am – 6pm at 12833 Auton
Rd. Info: WEBSITE
March 15
& 16
Spring Floating Lantern Festival
Dade City: Celebrate good fortune, wealth, joy, health and happiness during a
magical evening of live entertainment, midway rides (including a Ferris Wheel),
family games, authentic Asian food from 100+ vendors and an illuminated lantern
release carrying your wishes and hopes skyward! Tickets. Takes place 2-11pm at
17951 Hamilton Rd. Info: WEBSITE
March 16
River O’Green Fest
Celebrate the luck o’ the Irish with live music, authentic food, green beer,
cabbage tossing and hurling contests, an Irish art walk and Rough Riders St.
Patrick’s Day parade before Mayor Jane Castor gives the nod, transforming the
Hillsborough River into a brilliant shade of green. Free. Takes place 11am-6pm at 600 N Ashley
Dr. Info: WEBSITE
March 21 & 22
Upper Deck Golf
Be among the few to tee off from the upper deck of Raymond James Stadium,
practice putts on the playing field or test your skill with custom golf
simulators, closest to the pin challenges and more, plus live music, cold beer
and great food before and after your round in this once-in-a-lifetime golfing
experience. Tickets. Tee times TBA at 4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy. Info: WEBSITE
March 21 & 22
Hot Air Balloon Glow & Laser Show
Fly up, up and away with hundreds of incredibly beautiful hot air balloons,
tethered balloon rides, a monster kite fly-in, live music, a kids’ zone, crafts
marketplace and yummy festival food before the grand finale featuring a
spectacularly magical choreographed hot air balloon glow and laser show.
Tickets. Takes place 5-11pm at 4800 S Hwy 301N. Info: WEBSITE
March 23 & 24
Hyde Park Village Art Fair
Stroll the historic brick-lined streets and find out where artists get their
inspiration while browsing 100+ open-air galleries packed with stunning life-size
sculptures, paintings, jewelry, photography, fine crafts and more. Free. Takes
place 10am-5pm at 1622 W. Snow Ave.
Info: WEBSITE
March 28
Tampa Bay Rays Opening Day
Grab some peanuts, popcorn and Cracker Jack as the Rays kick off their 2025 MLB
season at Steinbrenner Field, welcoming the Colorado Rockies for a three-game
homestand before hosting the Pittsburgh Pirates. Tickets. Opening Day game at
4:10 pm, other times TBD at 1 Steinbrenner Dr. Info: WEBSITE
March 28
#IMOMSOHARD: The Flashback Tour
Guaranteed to make you laugh, pee your pants or both, Jen and Kristin dive-in
to all things womanhood, motherhood and friendship like surviving marriage,
fashion, and the tween-teen years. Grab your girlfriends, bring your husband or
fly solo, and be ready to laugh! Tickets. Takes place 8pm at 711 N Franklin.
Info: WEBSITE
March 29
Tampa Pride Street Festival & Parade
Ybor City: Celebrate diversity and inclusivity with live music, colorful
entertainment, an artisan fair, and delicious food and drinks before celebrities,
spectacular float, beads and street performers wind through Ybor City in this
annual vibrant display of unity and community. Free. Festival: 11am-4pm; parade
4-7pm. Takes place 1320 E 9th Ave. Info: WEBSITE
March 29
Pride at Night
Ybor City: Enjoy a night of love, celebration and unforgettable moments as drag
queens and kings, comedians, singers, dancers and musicians sing, dance and
strut the night away and invite you to join in! Takes place 6-11pm at 1320 E
9th Ave.
Info: WEBSITE
March 29
Taste at the Straz
Indulge in a glorious evening under the stars, featuring gourmet food samplings
from Tampa Bay’s best chefs, microbrews and craft cocktails, beer and wine plus
live entertainment strategically staged along the Riverwalk in support of Straz
arts education. Tickets. Takes place 7pm at 1010 N Macinnes Pl. Info: WEBSITE
March 30
International Ford Cuban Sandwich Festival
Ybor City: Taste the ‘official sandwich
of Tampa Bay,’ handcrafted by Florida Cuban sandwich artisans, enjoy live music
and dancing, Cuban art, culture, empanadas and the world’s largest (360 ft.)
Cuban Sandwich Contest. Takes
place 12-6pm at 1800 E. 8th Ave. WEBSITE
March 30
Jesus Christ Superstar (1973)
Tampa: Experience the powerful retelling of Jesus' final days and live introduction
by Broadway legend Ted Neeley in a special film screening featuring the film’s Academy
Award-nominated score, including "I Don’t Know How to Love Him,""Hosanna," and more. Tickets. Takes place 3pm at 711 N
Franklin St. Info: WEBSITE
March 31
Pride & Passion
Discover a night of Shakespearean splendor and the beauty of love featuring
spectacular theatrical performances, hors d’oeuvres, desserts from local
LBGTQ-friendly vendors and a toast from the open bar to set the stage for a
night of romance, revelry and timeless style. Tickets. Takes place 8pm at 120 W
Gasparilla Plz. Info: WEBSITE
April 1-6
SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo
Lakeland: Discover one of the largest
spectator aviation events in the world showcasing vintage warbirds,
cutting-edge modern and experimental aircraft, thrillingly precise maneuvers
from the US Navy’s Blue Angels, military demos, a hot air balloon launch,
family fun zone and more. Tickets. Takes place 7am-5pm at 4075 James C Ray Dr.
Info: WEBSITE
April 8-12
Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival
Tampa Bay’s top chefs and gastronomic masters offer grand tastings, full course
dinners and more before competing for top honors in the spectacular Chef’s
Showdown and Grand Tasting competitions. A true foodie’s delight! Tickets.
Takes place at various times, locations.
Info: WEBSITE
April 12
5K On the Runway
Get into formation, take off, then cruise toward your PR at America’s Best
Airport -- Runway 10-28! There’s no passport needed! Post-race, enjoy amazing prizes
and raffles including roundtrip airline tickets, merch from favorite airport
shops and more. Takes place 8 am at 4100 George J Bean Pkwy. Info: WEBSITE
April 12
Tampa Bay Caribbean Carnival
Celebrate the sounds of the islands with a live music from Lyrikal, steel pan
and Mas bands, top DJs, a tropical flamenco parade, authentic Caribbean food,
family activities, kids’ games and more! Tickets. Takes place 12-10pm at 1000 E
Harrison St.
Info: WEBSITE
April
21-27
Bern’s Winefest
Your wildest gastronomic fantasies come to life during a full week of
handcrafted appetizers and gourmet dishes expertly prepared by top Florida
chefs, paired with the finest wines and champagnes from Bern’s private cellar
and accompanied by live music, incredible art and more. Tickets. Details and
location TBA. Info: WEBSITE
April 25-26
Breakaway Music Festival
This eclectic concert series blends two days of top artists showcasing EDM,
pop, house and dance genres over multiple stages, interactive art
installations, light shows and photo ops, silent disco stages with local DJs,
food vendors, beer, wine and more. Tickets. Takes place 5pm-12am at 4201 N Dale
Mabry Hwy. Info: WEBSITE
April 26 & 27
Tampa Bay Home Show
See the latest trends in home improvement and remodeling with tips from the
experts on home energy efficiency, home theaters, pools and spas, landscaping
trends and more! Free. Takes place 10am-5pm at 4800 US 301. Info: WEBSITE
April 26
Alan Jackson’s Last Call: One More for the Road
Reminisce with this Grammy Award® winner and Country Music Hall of Famer during
his last performance in Tampa and featuring the hits from 30+ years, including
“Chattahoochee,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Livin’ on Love,” “Itty Bitty,”
plus many more. Tickets. Takes place 7pm at 401 Channelside Dr. Info: WEBSITE
May 2-4
Country Thunder Festival
Enjoy electrifying performances from today’s top artists, including Riley
Green, Blake Shelton, Jelly Roll, Dillon Carmichael, and Ashley McBryde, along
with emerging talents in this unforgettable weekend of country music, plus
exclusive fan merch, festival-style food and drinks and more. Tickets. Takes
place 12-11pm at 4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy. Info: WEBSITE
May 2
& 3
Riverfest
Discover 2.6 miles of outdoor family fun featuring interactive games, kids’
activities, a stand-up paddleboard invasion, wiener dog derby, waterski shows, live
music, sunset balloon glows, great food and more from Waterworks Park to Curtis
Hixon Parks! Free Takes place Fri: 4-10pm; Sat: 8:30am-10pm along the Tampa
Riverwalk. Info: WEBSITE
May 10 & 11
Craft Festival at the Shops at Wiregrass
Wesley Chapel: This festival features unique, handmade crafts from talented
artisans across the US, including jewelry, pottery, ceramics, photography,
paintings and more. Shop the Green Market for plants and exotic flora, orchids,
handmade soaps, gourmet spices and kettle corn. Free. Takes place 10am-5pm at
28211 Paseo Dr. Info: WEBSITE
May 16
AC/DC – Power Up Tour
You’ll be “Thunderstruck” as this Grammy® Award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of
Fame-inducted band, featuring lead singer Brian Johnson, returns to the road
after 9 years (and to Tampa after 17) in a powerful, all-new stadium tour.
Don’t miss one of the most influential rock bands in history in person!
Tickets. Takes place 7pm at 4201 N Dale
Mabry Hwy. Info: WEBSITE