Spring is in the air, and with it comes a whirlwind of exciting events that promise to entertain, enlighten, and provide endless fun for everyone. From the captivating acrobatics of Cirque du Soleil to the adrenaline-pumping speeds of the Firestone Grand Prix, the Tampa Bay area is bursting with activities to get you out of the house and into the heart of Florida’s vibrant community spirit.
Music lovers, sports enthusiasts, art aficionados, and families looking for adventure will all find something to mark on their calendars. Whether you want to rock out at a concert, immerse yourself in the world of fine art, or feel the rush of witnessing a live sports event, there’s an abundance of events to choose from.
- Entertainment & Shows: Cirque du Soleil Bazaar at The Trop, Rays Spring Training, Firestone Grand Prix of St. Pete, Rockin’ Roller Rink, and a Bon Jovi Tribute Band concert.
- Cultural & Community Events: Gulf Beaches Rotary Spring Break Waterfront Festival, Rotary Runs the Beaches, Gulfport Peace, Love & Pride Festival, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at various locations, and the Gulf Beaches Historical Museum Island Festival.
- Music Festivals & Concerts: Reggae Rise Up Music Festival, Joe Bonamassa concert, Air Supply & Little River Band performance, St. Pete Jazz Festival, Tampa Bay Blues Festival, and concerts featuring Alabama, Diamond Rio, Social Distortion, and Bad Religion.
- Outdoor Activities: Treasure Island Spring It On Festival, St. Patrick’s Day street parties, Great American Grunt Hunt, Sunset Beach Community Yard Sale, ZooBrews at ZooTampa, and various Easter Egg Hunts.
- Arts & Culture: Egyptomania exhibit at MFA St. Pete, Disney’s Beauty & the Beast in the Park, ART IN BLOOM at MFA, Mainsail Art Festival, and the Sunscreen Film Festival.
- Charity & Fundraising Events: MAACM’s Annual Gala, Run for the Turtles 5K, Brighter Days Walk for Autism, Taste of Indian Rocks Beach, Spring for the Arts 2024, and the GreenThumb Festival.
- Sports Events: Tampa Bay Rays Baseball Home Opener, Tampa Bay Airfest, Dunedin Highland Games, Spring King of the Beach fishing tournament, St. Anthony’s Triathlon, and Derby at The Pier.
- Food & Drink Festivals: German Tampa’s Sausagefest, Taste at The Straz, St. Pete Tacos & Tequila Festival, and Pinellas Pepperfest.
- Other Events: 36th Annual Eckerd Marine Yard Sale, Indian Shores St. Patrick’s Day Festival, Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival, and the WMNF Tropical Heatwave.
Below, we’ve curated a list of must-see events scheduled around the Tampa Bay area that cater to a variety of interests and ages. Select your favorites, gather your friends and family, and get ready for a season filled with joy, discovery, and memories that will last a lifetime.
- 2nd Annual Rockin’ Roller Rink on the St Pete Pier- March 8- April 14 INFO
- Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival- March 29- April 14 INFO
- St. Pete Jazz Festival- April 1-6 INFO
- American Stage presents Disney’s Beauty & the Beast in the Park- April 3- May 5 TICKETS
- ART IN BLOOM at MFA- April 4-7 INFO
- Alabama & Diamond Rio at The Sound- April 5 TICKETS
- 2024 Oldsmar Days and Nights- April 5-7 INFO
- MOTE’s Run for the Turtles 5K- April 6 REGISTER
- ZooBrews at ZooTampa- April 6 EARLY BIRD PRICING TICKETS
- Dunedin Highland Games- April 6 INFO
- 49th Makers Growers Market- April 7 INFO
- Tampa Bay Blues Festival- April 12-14 INFO
- 5K By the Bay- April 13 REGISTER
- Brighter Days Walk for Autism- April 13 REGISTER
- 3 Daughters Inaugural Daddy-Daughter In-Shores Fishing Tournament- April 13 INFO
- 28th Annual Madeira Beach Fundamental Fish Fry- April 13 INFO
- USF Botanical Gardens Spring Plant Festival & Sale- April 13-14 INFO
- 17th Annual Pinellas Pepperfest- April 13-14 INFO
- Tampa Bay Watch Earth Night- April 18 INFO
- Spring for the Arts 2024- April 19 TICKETS
- Coffee & Cupcakes with the Cops (Treasure Island)- April 19 INFO
- Taste of Indian Rocks Beach- April 20 INFO
- City of Gulfport Free Tree Giveaway- April 20 INFO
- Mainsail Art Festival- April 20-21 INFO
- Spring King of the Beach- April 25-27 INFO
- Sunscreen Film Festival- April 25-28 INFO
- Los Vinos de Dali 2024- April 27 TICKETS
- Taste at The Straz- April 27 TICKETS
- Floridian Fest at Gulfport Casino- April 27 INFO
- St. Anthony’s Triathlon- April 27-28 INFO
- GreenThumb Festival- April 27-28 INFO
- Social Distortion & Bad Religion at The Sound- April 28 TICKETS
- Madeira Beach Founder’s Day Captain’s Party- May 4 SPONSOR INFO/ EVENT INFO
- RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles at The Sound- May 4 TICKETS
- Derby at The Pier- May 4 TICKETS
- WMNF Tropical Heatwave – May 4 TICKETS
- St. Pete Tacos & Tequila Festival- May 10-11 TICKETS
- Hippie Dash for Peace, Love & Goodwill- May 11 REGISTER
- Treasure Island’s Rock Around the Clock- May 11 INFO
- Mother’s Day- May 12
- Pass-a-Grille Party Under the Lights- May 18 INFO
- Christie Lenee: Coming Alive Tour at Gulfport’s Catherine A Hickman Theater- May 27 TICKETS
- City of Gulfport Hurricane Awareness Seminar- May 31 INFO
- St. Pete PRIDE- Month of June INFO
- Gulfport PRIDE- June 1 INFO
- 22nd Annual Puppy Love Event for Pet Pal Animal Shelter- June 1 INFO
- 30th Annual Corey Ave Craft Festival- June 1-2 INFO
- World Oceans Day- June 8
- Skyway Marina District Summer Bash- June 8 INFO
- Tampa Bay Rays PRIDE Game- June 8 TICKETS
- American Stage Presents Hedwig & the Angry Inch at Jannus- June 13-16 INFO
- Father’s Day- June 16
- The 4th at St. Pete Pier- July 4 INFO
- St. Pete Pier Run the 4th- July 4 INFO
- Suncoast Ladies Fishing Tournament- July 11-13 INFO
- 3rd Annual Tampa Bay Ice Cream Festival- July 21st INFO
- FWCOS Annual Orchid Auction- August 17 INFO