Here are the events happening this weekend in Tampa, Florida
Here are the best weekend events Tampa, Florida! This event guide is updated every Thursday. Click here to submit your events to our calendar.
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“Harlem of the South” Walking Tour*
Friday, May 3, 10am-11:30am
Join the Tampa Bay History Center and tour “the Harlem of the South,” Tampa’s Central Avenue district, and learn about life in Tampa’s African-American community from the 1890s-1960s.
Tampa Riverfest
Friday and Saturday
Tampa Riverfest is a sprawling, family-friendly event that will span the entire length of the Tampa Riverwalk, complete with multiple food festivals, local markets, live music, fireworks, art showcases, and even a wiener dog derby.
Star Wars Day at Tampa Theatre
Saturday, May 4, 12:30pm-10pm
The historic Tampa Theatre is going all out for Star Wars Day, showing the original trilogy back-to-back-to-back in an all-day marathon.
2nd Annual Derby at The Pier*
Saturday, May 4, 3pm-9pm
The biggest Kentucky Derby Party in Tampa Bay is taking over the St. Pete Pier for a gigantic celebration in the name of charity featuring live music, dancing, food and drink, giveaways, cigars, and the race on the big screen.
Water Street Derby Celebration
Saturday, May 4, 4:30pm-7:30pm
The party on Water Street invites guests to dress in their finest fascinators and bowties as they participate in Derby-themed activities and enjoy cocktails and snacks for purchase.
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Tropical Heatwave Music Festival
Saturday, May 4, 5pm-11:30pm
The eclectic music festival in Ybor City brings an incredible lineup of bands and performers to the Cuban Club for an incredible day of music and fun.
If I Cry at The Straz
Saturday, May 4, 7pm-8pm
Audiences will once again be dazzled by “If I Cry,” Tampa City Ballet’s captivating performance reflecting on the life of the colorful, dynamic and legendary Mexican artist Frida Kahlo.
Fresh Market at Hyde Park Village
Sunday, May 5, 10am–3pm
The pet-friendly Fresh Market is a monthly farmers market featuring nearly 100 local vendors including produce, handcrafted goods, plants and more.
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World Premiere for Organ – “Animalia Floridae”
Sunday, May 5, 4pm-5:30pm
The Tampa Chapter of the American Guild of Organists commissioned a new work by noted composer Pamela Decker which will premier in a concert by the composer at Sykes Chapel.
Tampa’s Riverfront History Tour
Sunday, May 5, 4:45pm-6pm
The 1-hour cruise on the water with the Tampa Bay History Center will feature narration as well as viewing the sights of Downtown Tampa from the Pirate Water Taxi.
Local Open Houses in and around Tampa*
All Weekend
Here are the top open houses this weekend courtesy of Smith and Associates.
* Denotes a sponsored/advertised event. If you are interested in promoting any of your events, please reach out to us at partners@thatssotampa.com.
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