#1 RAPTORFEST
Head out to St. Petersburg’s Boyd Hill Nature Preserve this Saturday, February 1st 10am-4pm for their annual free Raptorfest. Watch trained raptors in free flight, learn about Florida’s native raptor species, get a photo with live birds of prey, learn from local environmental exhibitors, enjoy activities for children and families, take a bird walk and much more! Flight shows: 10:30, 12:30, 2:30. Bird walks 11 and 1.
Learn more at https://friendsofboydhillnaturepreserve.wildapricot.org/Raptor_Fest/
#2 Pinellas Medieval Fair
Your fairytale comes to life at the third annual Medieval Fair this weekend at DK Farms & Garden in Largo. Be entertained with archery, tournament reenactments and tomato throwing. 30+ performances all day! Enjoy a stroll through the farm to see the many animals that live there. Pony rides, miniature golf, animal feeding, wine tastings and more! Enjoy the artisan market & live blacksmith demonstrations.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/medieval-dkfarms
#3 Birding on the Bay
Join the Museum of Fine Arts St. Pete & Tampa Bay Watch this Saturday for a unique experience inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Audubon’s Birds of America. Enjoy a Docent-led tour of the exhibition, featuring over 40 of Audubon’s spectacular life-sized bird illustrations, and an eco-vessel birding experience out on Tampa Bay with the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center – all in one day! This event continues through February 9th.
Learn more at https://mfastpete.org/event/botb-2-1-25/.
#4 Love & Luck Casino Night
Head out to the The Maria Center in Gulfport this Friday, January 31st for Love & Luck Casino Night Fundraiser supporting Gulfport Senior Center. This Jimmy Buffett-themed event will overflow with fun, games, and exciting prizes, all while supporting a great cause. Highlights of the night will be casino games, live music, tropical drinks and delicious bites, prizes, and of course beach vibes! $75.
Learn more at https://mytbtickets.com/events/love-luck-casino-night-1-31-2025.
#5 Pickleball on the Pier
Head out to the St. Pete Pier this weekend to play pickleball! Experience the thrill and community of pickleball at one of St. Petersburg’s most iconic locations now through March 16th! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just curious about the game, this is the perfect opportunity to play, connect, and have fun in a stunning waterfront setting. $5 to play all day and $5 for equipment rental.
Learn more at https://stpetepier.org/event/pickleball-on-the-pier/.