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5 huge events coming to Raymond James Stadium

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Raymond James Stadium egularly hosts massive events. From Beyoncé and Taylor Swift to the Super Bowl, WrestleMania, Monster Jam, Billy Joel, Sting, and international soccer matches, the stadium has seen it all. It’s also home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the USF Bulls. Here’s a quick look at five more major events coming soon to this iconic venue:

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Photo via Inter Miami CF (Facebook)

Inter Miami CF vs Orlando City FC – February 14, 2025

In a thrilling preseason showdown, Orlando City SC and Inter Miami CF will clash in the Florida Derby on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. This high-stakes match, kicking off at 7:30 p.m., marks the first Major League Soccer (MLS) game held at the stadium since 2001. Fans eagerly await global icons like Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, and Drake Callender from Inter Miami CF, alongside Orlando City stars Facundo Torres, Pedro Gallese, and Duncan McGuire. Tickets are expected to sell fast, with a presale interest form now open on SoccerInTampaBay.com.

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Photo via Savannah Bananas

The Savannah Bananas – March 15, 2025

Raymond James Stadium will host the Savannah Bananas for a one-night extravaganza on Saturday, March 15. Originally scheduled for Tropicana Field, the Bananas moved the event due to the impact of Hurricane Milton, making this their first-ever game in an NFL stadium. The deadline to register for tickets closed on November 1.

The deadline to register for tickets closed on November 1.

Breakaway Music Festival – April 25-26, 2025

The huge touring electronic music festival, Breakaway, returns to Raymond James Stadium on April 25-26, 2025. Tickets are on sale now, and the official lineup will be announced this winter. The event drew massive crowds to the region last spring. 

Breakaway launched in 2016 in Columbus, Ohio, with dance and hip-hop acts including Alison Wonderland, Dillon Francis, Rae Sremmurd and RL Grime. Founded by Ruben and Adam Lynn, the event is focused on college towns, modeling itself as a dance and pop-driven Vans Warped Tour and bringing an approachable high-end dance experience to underserved markets.

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Photo via Metallica

Metallica M72 Tour – June 6 & 8, 2025

Metallica’s highly anticipated M72 World Tour is set to hit Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium on June 6 and June 8, 2025, bringing fans a unique concert experience. Each night will feature a different lineup of opening acts, with Limp Bizkit and Ice Nine Kills on the first night, and Pantera and Suicidal Tendencies on the second. A portion of ticket sales will benefit local charities through the band’s foundation, All Within My Hands. Tickets are available online.

Florida vs Georgia – Fall 2027

The University of Florida (UF), the University of Georgia (UGA), and Tampa Bay officials have announced that the iconic Florida-Georgia Football Weekend will move to Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium for the 2027 season due to stadium renovations in Jacksonville. “The Florida-Georgia game is one of college football’s greatest spectacles, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to host in 2027,” said Rob Higgins, Executive Director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission. “Tampa Bay has a deep appreciation for college football, and this game will play a major role in our community’s next chapter.”

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