New Theater Thursday
A Delicious Evening of Mad Panic
The Studio @620, DTSP
If you’ve been waiting with bated breath for the next production involving Bob Devin Jones, well wait no more! Return to the Studio @620 to enjoy an evening of original creative narratives and plays from local artists. Presented by The Blacksmiths and directed by Bob Devin Jones, these are narratives of resilience, gratitude, & thanksgiving courtesy of wonderful local writers and presenters. You’re in for a delicious evening.
Thursday – Saturday, June 5th – 7th @7:30pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.
Shucked
Straz Center for the Performing Arts
Quite literally the ‘corniest’ live show out there, Shucked will have you laughing out loud. Shucked is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn (Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally (Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”) and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien (Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater.
Now through Sunday, June 8th
Find tickets, performance times, and more information HERE.
Friday
99 Bottles Juror’s Reception
Florida CraftArt Gallery, DTSP
99 Bottles is an exhibition that takes a fresh look at one of the most familiar and functional forms—the bottle. While bottles are designed to carry liquids, they also carry layered meanings: symbols of celebration, preservation, indulgence, healing, or even memory. This exhibition invites artists to explore the bottle not just as a vessel, but as a powerful metaphor, reimagined through the lens of contemporary fine craft. Florida CraftArt is honored to host guest juror Rachel Rearick, Executive Director of Contemporary Craft in Pittsburgh, at the Juror’s Reception for 99 Bottles
Friday, June 6th @5:30pm – 8:30pm
Find more information HERE.
A Mid’Slumber’ Night’s Dream
St. Petersburg City Theatre, St. Pete
A Shakespeare Classic comedy comes to our own St. Petersburg City Theatre for 2 days only! Support local theater and don’t miss it!
Friday & Saturday, June 6th & 7th
Find tickets, performance times, and more information HERE.
**Registry Spotlight Event**
The Legend and music of Billie Holiday are beautifully presented in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill – starting this weekend at Stageworks. It’s sure to be a lovely and memorable theater experience, and so it shines in the #RegistrySpotlight!
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill
Stageworks Theare, Tampa
Immerse yourself in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill and sit at a cabaret table for 2 or 4 people. (Cabaret seating limited)
Friday, June 6th – Sunday, June 29th
Find tickets, performance times, and more information HERE.
Opening Reception: MAZE – a beautiful & complex journey
FloridaRAMA, St. Pete
Opens Friday, June 6th – Reception @6pm – 9pm
Find RSVP and more information HERE.
MEGA Asian Night Market & Car Show
The OCC Road House, Clearwater
Join in the fun at the MEGA Asian Night Market & Car Show at OCC Road House for an unforgettable experience featuring 50 diverse food vendors and exciting entertainment. Enjoy a vibrant cultural celebration with delicious Asian cuisine, stunning car displays, and live performances that promise fun for all ages. Don’t miss this fantastic event for food lovers, car enthusiasts, and families looking for a lively night out.
Friday, June 6th @5pm – 11pm
Find more information HERE.
Saturday
FREE Event – Gulfport Pride Festival 2025
Beach Blvd S, Gulfport
The Pride celebration each year in Gulfport has become one of the most anticipated Pride events in our community. It’s an all-day family-friendly festival that celebrates and promotes equality while raising funds for local nonprofits. Gulfport Pride has proudly donated proceeds to charitable organizations since its inception. In addition to 130+ local makers and small businesses, many businesses along Beach and Shore boulevards are planning live music, “fun-raisers,” and more fun and games. There’s even a local business décor contest! Plus 2 main stages and of course, a marching band.
Don’t miss the after-party immediately following at Alphabet Soup Bottle Club on 49th St. S.
Saturday, June 7th @10am – 8pm
Find more information HERE.
Visible: Seen and Heard
Studios at 5663, Pinellas Park
Artists Wendy Bruce, Lori Vinesett, Beth Belaschky, and Katie Pavone hope to uplift audiences as their exhibition, Visible: Seen and Heard, demonstrates how they found, and are sharing, their authentic voices as they encourage others to find theirs. If you haven’t already, check out the Pinellas Art Village and the Studios at 5663. It’s eclectic and full of the work of very talented people. You’ll have a great time at this opening reception. There will also be a drawing workshop on June 14th, and artist conversations on June 22nd.
Opening Reception: Saturday, June 7th @5pm – 9pm
Find more information HERE.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Miami Marlins
George Steinbrenner Field, Tampa
Don’t miss an opportunity to celebrate the retirement of Ray’s legendary #3, Evan Longoria, as he signs a one-day contract to become a Ray once again. A pre-game ceremony will honor Longoria’s retirement as a Ray and his decade long contribution to the Rays transformation in 2008 and beyond.
“Evan Longoria embodies what it means to be a Tampa Bay Ray. From the moment he stepped on the field, he brought excellence, leadership and a competitive spirit that shaped the identity of this franchise,” Rays principal owner Stuart Sternberg said in a statement. “He, more than anyone, helped transform the Devil Rays into the Rays, and we are honored to welcome him home as he retires in the uniform where it all began.”
Longoria said he “always wanted to retire a Ray, in some way or another,” which is part of the reason he didn’t officially retire even when he didn’t play last season. Don’t miss it!
Saturday, June 7th @4:10pm (gametime – come early for the ceremony)
Find tickets and more information HERE.
FREE Event: Tampa Bay Caribbean Heritage Festival
University Park, Tampa
Join in for a day filled with vibrant music, delicious food, and phenomenal cultural performances. This in-person event celebrates the rich heritage of the Caribbean islands, showcasing the unique traditions and talents of the community. Immerse yourself in the rhythmic beats of Caribbean music, savor the flavors of traditional dishes, and experience the lively dances that will transport you to the islands. Whether you have Caribbean roots or simply love the culture, this festival is a must-attend event for everyone!
Saturday, June 7th @5pm – 9pm
Find more information HERE.
**Concert Corner**
Dierks Bentley: Broken Branches Tour
MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa
Friday, June 6th @7pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.
Metallica’s M27 World Tour w/ Limp Bizkit, Ice Nine Kills
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa
Friday, June 6th & Sunday, June 8th
Find tickets, performance times, and more information HERE.
George Lopez
Seminole Hard Rock, Tampa
Sunday, June 8th @6pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.
Have a great Top 10 weekend!
Cindy
