#1 Bay Area Renaissance Festival Opening Weekend
The Bay Area Renaissance Festival returns this weekend! Travel back in time as you step into the beautifully wooded, 16th century! Thrill to the exploits of Jousting Knights on thundering steeds. Roam the village shoppes for unique crafts as our artisans demonstrate period skills like blacksmithing and woodworking. Delight in comedy, music, magic, and more on their nine stages of entertainment!
Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/2024-ren-fest/.
#2 Rays FanFest 2024
Join the Rays at The Trop for FanFest- a fun-filled event this Saturday, February 17th 1-5pm. Fan Fest features an exciting lineup of activities for the whole family including A Charity Yard Sale, opportunities to interact with your favorite players, clubhouse tours, games, inflatables, mascots & more! Event is free but you must claim a free mobile ticket.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/rays-fest-2024.
#3 Jazz by the Bay at CMA
Immerse yourself in a jazz-filled celebration at Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Night of Jazz this Saturday, February 17th. Enjoy live music, themed décor, and an oceanic backdrop for a night of dancing, all while indulging in New Orleans-inspired bites, crafted cocktails and Mardi Gras vibes! $55+.
Get tickets at https://bit.ly/3UKSBYB.
#4 Gulfport ReadOUT 2024
The seventh annual ReadOUT: A Festival of LGBTQ+ Literature is set for this weekend, February 16-18th, onsite and online. This year’s theme: Educate. Celebrate. Inspire. ReadOUT is committed to involve an array of voices.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/3Ojx0Cb.
#5 Mardi Gras on Central
Get your mask and join Craftsman House Gallery for Mardi Gras! The 2900 block of Central Avenue is celebrating Mardi Gras this Sunday, February 18th Noon-5pm! Craftsman House will have Nawlins food, drink, music, beads and beignets. Free.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/central-mardi-gras.