Whether you have guests or just want to hang out and be in the know, this is the place to check out all that’s happening from downtown St. Pete to the beaches. Here are some of the features to help you hone your fun zone plans for going out on the town day or night, where to see the best shows and catch the best live music and happy hours. Ciao baby….Nanette Wiser
The Date Concierge: We plan an excursion for you, from the VIP experience at the Mahaffey to concert night at the Palladium, with all the places to eat and drink before and after the show.
- The Palladium, Hollander Hotel and Souzou
- February 2017: The VIP Experience at Ruth Eckerd Hall, Capitol Theater and The Mahaffey
Fun @Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg & The Beaches: There’s something for every passion and age, from provocative theater to glorious parks and preserves.
- January 2017 Arts & Culture events and the Circus is coming to town!
- Neighborhoods: Downtown St. Pete & Don’t Forget to Go to FIRST FRIDAY on Central Ave.
- Fun: Theater, Concerts, Museums, Galleries, Art Classes
- Fun: Music, Opera, Dance, Film, Comedy
- Fun: Nature, Zoos, Aquarium, Gardens, Parks, Preserves, Water Adventures, Ferries
- Fun: Markets, Tours, Excursions, Neighborhoods
Health, Fitness & Wellness: Water sports, marathons, yoga and fitness opportunities, plus the ultimate guide to surf shacks around town.
- Recreation: Surfing USA Paradise Style
- Health & Wellness: Get Fit & Yoga, Mind/Body Awareness
Today’s Favorite: Do you love oysters and fine wine? Sea Salt is just for you. Come enjoy chef Fabrizio Aielli’s newest fine-dining restaurant, featuring an 80-foot long raw bar, 20-foot-tall wine tower, Florida’s freshest seafood and 130 different salts from around the world.
Live Music: Interviews with the best artists coming into town and local bands from mariachi merriment to soul music, rock, blues, folk, karaoke and more. Best Bets:
- So much of its free, like Blast Friday in downtown Clearwater featuring Spyro Gyra (Jan. 27), John Waite (Feb. 24), Billy Joel Legends (March 31) The Fabulous Thunderbirds (April 28), Greg Billings and The Black Honkeys (May 26).
- Monday: Big Band at Blue Parrot
Bars & Nightlife: Want to dance, hear jazz or sing karaoke? Check out these happy hours and bars up and down the beach. Coming up? What’s hot downtown!
- Bites & Bars
- Kooky Libations: What’s Your Cocktail Personality
- Craft Beers
- Champagne Cocktails