#1 GECKOFEST
The 24th Annual Gecko Fest is set for this Saturday, August 31st 10am-10pm along Gulfport’s scenic waterfront on Beach Blvd. This year’s theme, “Live From Gulfport, It’s Gecko Night!” promises a vibrant, fun-filled event featuring a costume parade, live music, street performers, and a variety of food and craft vendors. Gecko Fest is held in collaboration with SIK Promotions and the City of Gulfport and The Gulfport Merchants Chamber. Free admission and parking.
Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/geckofest-2024/.
#2 Mad Beach Burger Week
Madeira Beach Burger Week wraps up tomorrow, August 30th! Madeira Beach Burger Week will have 12+ local restaurants serving up $10 burgers August 23-30, 2024! Each Chef and restaurateur will prepare their unique take on an American classic- the BURGER. In this city-wide, week-long celebration, burger lovers can enjoy burger deals from participating local restaurants you love.
Learn more at https://www.madeirabeachburgerweek.com/.
#3 Enjoy a Blue Jays Game!
Head up to Dunedin to check out a Dunedin Blue Jays’ home games this weekend as they take on Lakeland! Saturday’s 6:30pm games is their fan appreciation night. They will have games and activities for fans of all ages plus you can stick around for post game fireworks!
Get tickets to an upcoming game at https://www.milb.com/lakeland/tickets/single-game-tickets.
#4 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/.
#5 Get storm ready!
Peak hurricane season is here. In Florida, most tropical storms and hurricanes happen between mid-August and mid-October. While we are in the middle of the Florida Disaster Preparedness Tax Holiday (August 24 to September 6), it is a good time to make sure your home is prepared for the next storm. Check our hurricane preparedness features from our May and June/July issues for helpful tips at www.paradisenewsfl.com/hurricane.