#1 GECKOCRAWL
The annual Gecko Crawl will help usher in “Gecko Season” in Gulfport this Saturday, August 17th 4-9pm. Geckocrawl includes a chance to sample drinks at various locations, a poker run and a festive after party at Hurricane Eddie’s. Gecko Crawl participating locations are – The Tiki Bar & Grill, Neptune Grill, Peninsula Bed & Cocktails, Gulfport Brewery + Eatery and The North End Taphouse. Hurricane Eddies will be this year’s host of the after-party. Gecko Crawlers will be able to enjoy a free beverage at participating locations, all are located within walking distance. $25.
# 2 3rd Saturday IndieFaire
Head to downtown Gulfport this Saturday, August 17th 5-9pm for their monthly 3rd Saturday IndieFaire! IndieFaire features high quality local art and contemporary crafts from across a wide range of mediums, as well as jewelry and locally sourced botanicals along Gulfport’s scenic Beach Blvd.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/3BEko20.
#3 Get on the water with North Beach Windsurfing!
Whether you’re interested in the exhilaration of windsurfing across Tampa Bay, flying above the water on a wind-powered hydrofoil, or you prefer to explore marine life as you leisurely glide through the bay on a paddleboard, North Beach Windsurfing is your local source for expanding your water experience.
Contact North Beach Windsurfing at info@nbwindsurfing.com /727-656-6569.
Read our August/September cover story on North Beach Windsurfing at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/north-beach-windsurfing/.
#4 Tarpon Springs Hippie Fest
Head out to Tarpon Springs this Saturday, August 17th 2-10pm for their annual Hippie Fest! Hippie Fest is one of their most popular events of the year! This free, family event features Food & Beer Trucks, Vendors, Bands, and VW Beetles. Dust off your bell bottoms, fluff up your afro & come for a great event!
Learn more at https://exploretarponsprings.com/event/hippie-festival-sponge-docks/.
#5 FWCOS Auction
Join Florida West Coast Orchid Society for their 2024 Orchid Auction this Saturday August 17th at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. Open to the public. Doors open at 9am. Auction starts at 9:30am. FWCOS is a nonprofit organization that is 100% volunteer operated. Cash or credit cards accepted.
Learn more at https://www.fwcos.org/event-info/annual-orchid-auction-2024.