It’s a weekend of real variety here in Tampa Bay – from opera, to Caribbean carnival fun, to Comic Con, there is something for everyone on Registry’s specially curated list. Enjoy!

 

Thursday

 

Earth Night 2024: Eat, Art, Earth
Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center, Tierre Verde

Guests are invited to sample unique, planet-friendly ingredients prepared by talented chefs from our area’s culinary scene. The bar will feature delicious house beverages, and food-inspired creations. In addition, work created by some of Tampa Bay’s most talented artists will be up for auction. The evening is a celebration of sustainability, and an occasion to learn how you can eat well for your health and the planet. Proceeds from this event help students from underserved local communities participate in meaningful marine science education programs hosted by the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center.

Thursday, April 18th @5pm – 8pm
Find tickets and more information HERE

 

 

Friday

 

19th Annual Tampa Bay Caribbean Carnival
Perry Harvey Sr. Park, Tampa

The Annual Tampa Bay Caribbean Carnival has taken place since 2005, with multiculturalism being the central focus. The goal is to preserve and enhance the cultural and historical legacy of the Caribbean. It will be a weekend loaded with delicious regional foods and a series of concerts that the whole family will enjoy. The highlight will be a colorful and entertaining parade celebrating Caribbean culture.

Friday, April 19th – Sunday, April 21st
Find tickets, event and concert schedules, and more information HERE.

 

 

Opera Tampa: La Traviata by Verdi
The Straz Center – Ferguson Hall, Tampa

The world’s most performed opera is Verdi’s twisted love story of familial strife that explores class, reputation and hopeless devotion with heartbreaking consequences. Inspired by Alexander Dumas’ novel La Dame aux Camelias (The Lady of Camelias), it’s the tragic story of Paris courtesan Violetta Valery, ill with a fatal disease, who is consumed by the love she finds with nobleman Alfredo. When their love threatens to bring shame on Alfredo’s family, an act of self-sacrifice brings an end to the couple’s happiness. Known for its soaring arias, including the well-known “Sempre libera,” and heart-wrenching finale, this production will have you contemplating “how much would you sacrifice for love?”

Friday, April 19th – Sunday, April 21st 
Find tickets, performance times, and more information HERE.

 

 

Saturday

 

4th Annual St. Pete Youth Farm Earth Day
St. Pete Youth Farm, St. Pete

Do good for the planet – do good for our youth. At St. Pete Youth Farm, sustainability and environmental awareness are two essential elements that they strive to work towards. The Earth Day event is not only a family-friendly and safe celebration for the community to engage in, but also a space that highlights their efforts and ways others can get involved in saving the one planet we call home. Working with groups and organizations that align with our mission to help uplift the work is also part of the event, and we’ve continued to grow it for the past four years. Admission is FREE.

Saturday, April 20th @9am – 1pm
Find more information HERE.

 

 

Clearwater Library Comic Con
Greenwood Recreation Center, Clearwater

Calling all cos-play fans and nerds! Enjoy special guests and panel discussions; come dressed up as your favorite superhero and join the Cosplay Showcase; explore the fare of multiple food trucks, vendors, photo opportunities, and more!  Everyone loves a good Comic Con!

Saturday, April 20th @10am – 5pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

**Registry Spotlight Event**

Mainsail is considered one of the top juried art shows in the country, and for good reason. A truly foundational art event for the ‘Burg, and a half century of excellence, certainly earns a place in the #RegistrySpotlight.

 

49th Annual Mainsail Art Festival
Vinoy Park, DTSP

Saturday & Sunday, April 20th & 21st
Find times and more information HERE.

 

 

CASA’s Nautical Nights Gala
Hilton-Carillon Park, St. Pete

The mission could not be clearer. CASA is the official domestic violence center for Pinellas County and has provided lifesaving services to women, children, and men living with domestic violence for over 40 years. Saturday night is an opportunity to support CASA and their important work while enjoying an evening of elegance, delicious food, live entertainment, a spectacular auction, and all the makings of a memorable and successful event.

Saturday, April 20th @6pm – 9:30pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

13th Annual City: Fashion+Art+Culture
Tampa Museum of Art, Tampa

The Tampa Museum of Art and Saks Fifth Avenue announce TMA’s most anticipated fashion event of the year, CITY: Fashion+Art+Culture. Now in its thirteenth year, this signature event spotlights the iconic designs of Carolina Herrera, showcasing the world-renowned luxury fashion house’s distinct blend of classic elegance and modern sophistication. Guests attending CITY will be treated to an exclusive runway show featuring Carolina Herrera’s latest collection. Known for impeccable designs that have graced red carpets and royal events worldwide, the brand is a symbol of timeless elegance. The designs are a perfect complement to the Museum’s approach of presenting innovative and engaging art forms. 

Saturday, April 20th @7pm – 11pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

Sunday

 

An Afternoon of Haiku w/ Ani Crane & Tim Huff
The Carter G. Woodson African American Museum

The City of St. Petersburg is holding its second annual City of Writers Poetry Festival, with The Woodson African American Museum of Florida being a host for emerging and established writers who reflect the talent, diversity, and creativity of St. Petersburg. Join Haiku poets Ani Crane and Tim Huff for an afternoon of conversation around their love and passion for Haiku poetry. Attendees will learn about their journey as poets, how they began writing, and hear Haiku selections. If you know Ani & Tim, you know how charming and engaging they both are – and their Haikus are lovely! Admission is free.

*Asian American Pacific Island Poetry Reading will follow immediately after at 4pm

Sunday, April 21st @3pm
Find more information HERE.

 

 

**Concert Corner**

 

98 ROCKFEST
Amalie Arena, Tampa

Friday, April 19th @6pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

Four By Four ’24
The Palladium, DTSP

Friday, April 19th @7pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

Kenny Chesney – Sun Goes Down Tour
Zac Brown Band, Megan Moroney, and Uncle Cracker
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa

Saturday, April 20th @ 5pm 
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

Motherland Music Festival
Williams Park, DTSP

Saturday, April 20th @6pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

Gloria Trevi – Mi Soundtrack US Tour
Amalie Arena, Tampa

Saturday, April 20th @8pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

Have fun and stay safe out there!
Cindy

Don’t forget to send your events to: cstovall5@gmail.com