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Live music, food, art, and free things to do across Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, Brandon, and Bradenton.
AI-curated · Updated every day
Live music, food, art, and free things to do across Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, Brandon, and Bradenton.
Curation-ranked highlights for this weekend.
Free family festival on the Tampa Riverwalk with live music, food, Lantern Parade, Kid Zone, and a hot air balloon glow.
Why this pick: It spans Curtis Hixon Park to Water Works Park and includes the Lantern Parade, Wiener Dog Derby, and a hot air balloon glow.
Also listed on 2 sources (tampa gov)
Sweet 16 dachshund derby and fundraiser at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park benefiting rescue dogs.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's Food, Wine & Garden Festival offers weekend eats, drinks, and live concerts.
Also listed on 3 sources (tampa gov, thats so tampa)
The Kid LAROI plays the Yuengling Center in Tampa on May 1 as part of A Perfect World Tour.
MATRODA and TRIVECTA take over Cuban Club with outdoor house and an included late-night inside after party.
First Friday in the Heights is a Beltane-inspired evening of art, music, tarot, fire dancers, and themed shop stops along Florida Ave.
Brenda McMahon Gallery marks 7 years in downtown Gulfport with music and First Friday Night Market nearby.
Level 1 leaded glass class making a geometric Charley Harper cardinal in two 3-hour sessions.
Broadway spoof Disaster! The Musical brings ’70s hits, shipwreck chaos, and comedy to Carrollwood Players Theatre.
Randy Feltface brings the Gimmick stand-up show to Funny Bone Comedy Club.
The Florida Orchestra plays Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2 with Beethoven, Rautavaara, and a mystery piece.
Evening market in downtown Gulfport with local artists, makers, and artisan food vendors.
Gentle movement, journaling, and restorative sound healing under the full moon.
Matroda returns to Tampa for his first Cuban Club performance, with Trivecta in Studio-C.
Self-guided audio tour through St. Petersburg's hidden history, from Gas Plant Stadium to Mirror Lake Library.
Giants vs. Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on May 1.
Also listed on 2 sources (thats so tampa)
Monthly First Friday street event in downtown St. Petersburg supporting local charities.
Open mic night at Pee-pa’s Garage Craft Brewery with live music, craft beer, and food truck fare.
Also listed on 2 sources (ilovetheburg)
Sip bubbly and shop BODYBAR Downtown St. Pete’s boutique with a scratch-off discount on retail.
Launch party for Artist Bridge to Abundance, a podcast on building a sustainable, visible creative life.
Gazebo Gatherings is a festival in Safety Harbor on May 1 at 10 PM.
Busch Gardens’ annual Food, Wine & Garden Festival brings weekend eats, drinks, and free live concerts with park admission.
Also listed on 3 sources (tampa gov, thats so tampa)
Cinco de Mayo bar crawl with drink specials, welcome shots, and 5+ Downtown St. Pete bars.
Michael Blackson brings his stand-up to Funny Bone Comedy Club in Tampa.
The Florida Orchestra plays Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2 with Beethoven and Rautavaara at Mahaffey Theater.
Also listed on 2 sources (ilovetheburg)
Sidewalk art and an environmental panel at the 4th Tampa Bay Chalk Festival.
Cinco De Mayo bar crawl with margaritas, tacos, DJs, and drink specials across multiple bars.
The ADA’s Step Out Walk raises awareness and funds in support of people living with diabetes.
Kentucky Derby watch party at the St. Pete Pier with waterfront views, dress-up flair, and a cause-benefit fundraiser.
Also listed on 2 sources (thats so tampa)
Free Taco Fest with taco vendors, live music by Trop Rock Junkies, games, and family fun at Seminole City Park.
Comedy magician Erick Olson and illusionist Dan Sperry bring laughs and illusions to Catherine A. Hickman Theater.
Year-round Saturday market at Wiregrass with 80+ vendors, live music, kids' train rides, and free parking.
Free Herb Day St. Pete with local herbal lectures, plant sales, samples, music, and raffles.
Florida's largest Wiener Dog Derby returns to Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park with eight race divisions and limited spots.
Opening reception for Florida NOW, a contemporary fine craft exhibition spotlighting artists across Florida.
Make a no-sew decorative fabric bowl in the Education Studio, with a family-friendly gallery tour included.
Broadway musical comedy set aboard a disco casino as 1970s hits meet earthquakes, tidal waves, and infernos.
Cinco de Mayo bar crawl with 10+ bars, welcome shots, and drink specials across Tampa.
Giants face the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.
Also listed on 2 sources (thats so tampa)
Purity Ring plays Jannus Live in St. Petersburg on May 2 as part of the Place of My Own Tour.
Tampa Bay Rowdies face Indy Eleven at Al Lang Stadium in St. Petersburg.
Also listed on 2 sources (thats so tampa)
Historic trolley tour of St. Petersburg’s Deuces neighborhood African American heritage sites.
Kentucky Derby watch party with pop-up bars, photo ops, and a Hello Sunset party after.
Saturday poolside yoga at The Hollander with Body Electric instructors; preregistration encouraged.
Weekly downtown Dunedin market with 50+ vendors, live music, food, and handmade goods.
Dos De Mayo in Grand Central District with local businesses, live music, and vendors ahead of Cinco de Mayo.
Fitness event with registration at 8 am, a walk at 8:30, and high-impact aerobics at 9:15.
Monthly trolley tour through historic downtown St. Pete neighborhoods with the Museum of History and Star Trolley.
Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy headlines a Saturday morning Dad Experience in Tampa.
Derby Day at 1983 with cocktails, photo ops, exclusive merch, and Kentucky Derby style.
Weekly Saturday Morning Market at Al Lang Stadium with free admission, rain or shine.
Annual downtown Sarasota craft fair with handmade goods, art, clothing, and more at Five Points Park.
Derby Day watch party at Par Bar with all-day prizes, drink-purchase tickets, and Kentucky Derby coverage on screen.
Self-guided audio tour through St. Petersburg's hidden histories and landmark stories.
Free chess meetup at Vertical Ventures with optional climbing after.
Cinco de Mayo weekend specials at The Greene Turtle with margaritas, Coronas and food deals.
Mortal Kombat II-themed boba flavor celebration with movie swag at University Boba Tea House, May 2-3.
Documentary event honoring National Nurses Week and Mental Health Awareness Month; all welcome.
Also listed on 2 sources (tampa gov)
Learn the art of outrigger canoe paddling at Clearwater Outrigger Canoe Club.
An insider look at advanced orthotic and prosthetic care options for allied health professionals.
Learn about invasive species with Tampa Bay Watch.
Monthly market at Hyde Park Village with 90+ vendors, local music, food, and family-friendly shopping.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s annual Food, Wine & Garden Festival brings weekend eats, drinks, and free live concerts with admission.
Also listed on 2 sources (tampa gov)
Special screening of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back at Jekyll Hyde Park Speakeasy.
Prof. Kara Cooney explores women rulers in ancient Egypt, including Hatshepsut and Nefertiti.
Also listed on 2 sources (tampa gov)
Cinco de Mayo Special Edition Market with vendors, food, and special drinks at WeVegan Cafe.
Weekly family-friendly market with produce, handmade crafts, food, and live music in St. Pete.
Giants vs. Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.
Family-friendly screening of Disney’s The Aristocats at Jekyll Hyde Park with themed snacks and cozy seating.
Guided ceramics studio time for finishing projects and exploring hand-building or wheel throwing.
Also listed on 2 sources (tampa gov)
Hands-on rollerball fragrance oil workshop where you mix your own signature scent in St. Pete.
Hyde Park Fresh Market runs Sunday, May 3, 10am-2pm at Hyde Park Village and streets.