Arts and Leisure

Le Jazz, has been a staple of St. Petersburg’s music scene for over 15 years, delivering smooth, soulful, and sophisticated Jazz to audiences across the region. Led by the talented Hiram Hazley on upright and electric basses, the band also features notable members Judi Glover, Dennis Mones, and Kenneth Goolsby Jr. Known for their rich sound and dynamic arrangements, Le Jazz blends classic standards with contemporary flair — making them a favorite for festivals, private events, and cultural celebrations. With deep roots in the community and a passion for timeless music, Le`Jazz continues to set the tone for elegance and rhythm in the Tampa Bay area. By proclamation in 2023, the City of St. Petersburg Arts, Culture and Tourism acknowledges, celebrates and recognizes July 19th as Al Downing Day of St. Petersburg. Mr. Alvin Joseph Downing (1916-2000), Jazz Music Icon, was a Tuskegee Airman, Professor of Music at Gibbs High School and St. Petersburg College and known as the Ambassador of Jazz by the Clearwater Jazz Holiday Foundation. ABOUT AL DOWNING TAMPA BAY JAZZ ASSOCIATON The mission of the Al Downing Tampa Bay Jazz Association, Inc., a 501C3 non-profit organization, is to promote jazz and to encourage the appreciation of jazz, its origin, and evolution. By sponsoring concerts and providing educational opportunities and scholarships, the association preserves and perpetuates jazz as an original American art form. Go to WWW.ALDOWNINGJAZZ.COM for more information.

We are turning up the vibes all July long to celebrate 5 years of fun on the St. Pete Pier! Each weekend brings something totally different—think fireworks, fitness fests, a massive drone show, live music on multiple stages, and over 50 ice cream vendors. With sand sculptures, food, drinks, photo ops, and surprises around every corner, this is the ultimate community celebration for residents and visitors. TECH DEMO & SHOWCASE  Interactive showcase where innovation meets the community! Explore the latest advancements in technology as local companies and startups demo cutting-edge products, gadgets, and experiences—from robotics and virtual reality to smart city tools and AI. This hands-on event invites the public to see, touch, and experience the future of tech in a fun and engaging waterfront setting. Perfect for all ages and curiosity levels! EPIC DRONE SHOW  Experience a breathtaking spectacle as over 1,000 synchronized drones light up the night sky to tell the incredible story of the City of St. Petersburg. Watch in awe as aerial animations recreate historic icons like the Million Dollar Pier and the Inverted Pyramid, leading up to the modern-day St. Pete Pier. This unforgettable show also celebrates the Pier’s 5-year anniversary, culminating in a dazzling birthday candle moment complete with pyrotechnic effects—all performed by drones. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind tribute to the past, present, and future of St. Pete!

Hockey and beer? That’s a no-brainer. Bolts Brew Fest returns Friday, Aug. 1 at AMALIE Arena with 100+ craft beer samples, oversized games, photo ops & more! Choose from VIP, GA Plus, or GA tickets. 🍻🏒

Vintage Marché is Tampa Bay’s newest and largest monthly vintage market featuring 15 thousand square feet of unexpected treasures and curiosities. Merchandise is from around the region and the country and includes vintage furniture, lighting, home decor, art, jewelry, and clothing anywhere. Expect to be surrounded by the largest variety of vintage, repurposed, antique, mid century modern, industrial, farm house, rustic, and uniquely eclectic anywhere in the South. Located in St. Petersburg, Vintage Marché is the first Saturday and Sunday of each month for a grand two-day event  to showcase thousands of treasures you’re unlikely to locate anywhere else.

Join us for the opportunity to gear up and personalize* your backpack with adventure-themed and sports-inspired charms and keychains. Don't wait - the first 100 individuals will receive a collectable mini backpack replica. Booking an appointment is NOT required for this event. Personalization will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. **Purchase a backpack from The North Face on August 2nd from 10AM-4PM at DICK'S House of Sport Tampa and receive free personalization. Valid in-store only. Present proof of purchase to redeem. Limit one per person. Limited quantities while supplies last. Past purchases do not apply. No rain checks. See associate for details.

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Summer Classics Film Series ************************************* 1h 42m / G / Family, Fantasy, Adventure ************************************* The Wizard of Oz has soaked into popular culture so completely that, even if they haven’t seen it themselves, most people know the film’s main beats by heart. So, it feels like our duty to say directly: you should watch it. To see Oz as if you’ve never heard of it before can give you a special thrill of discovery. They certainly don’t make them like this anymore. It’s a musical, a fantasy story, a kids’ flick, and a morality play about already having inside yourself the things you want from the outside world. But it’s also kind of a road-trip movie – Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion make friends and get up to some antics on the Yellow Brick Road. And it’s also kind of a disaster movie – the tornado scene was shocking, for the time. And the moment of transition between black & white and color is maybe the most iconic instant of film since they started adding sound. Even if you have seen it before, we encourage you to bring somebody who’s never seen The Wizard of Oz to the Theatre. You may find something new in it yourself. ************************************* VIEW the full Summer Classics series, showing June 1 – August 31 at https://tampatheatre.org/movie-categories/summer-classics/. The Summer Classics Movie Series is presented by Bank of America, series sponsor since 2015. Promotional support for the series is provided by WEDU PBS and Axios Tampa Bay.

Celebrate the Tampa Bay way on 813 Day! Tampa Bay’s local community, businesses and visitors all contribute to making it the destination to stay, play, and enjoy. Join us at the Unlock Tampa Bay Visitors Center to: Experience giveaways, ticket raffles, and delicious bites from around the city Enjoy interactive appearances from your favorite Tampa Bay sports teams’ mascots With more to come! The ultimate 813 Day Celebration is just around the corner. Mark your calendar so you don’t miss it!