It’s never too early to celebrate America, or to run while being at a concert, or to buy a boat, or to see great new patriotic theater or a fireworks show! Take your choice right here in your own backyard. Tampa Bay’s best is all RIGHT HERE!

Thursday

 

Bourbon and Bites
Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement, DTSP

Here’s some art for your palate! You’re invited to an unforgettable happy hour at Ambrosia, where bourbon meets indulgence. Savor a curated lineup of four exceptional bourbons, each from a different distillery across the U.S., and explore a menu of bourbon-inspired specialty cocktails crafted to delight. Pair every sip with a beautifully prepared grazing spread by our chef, designed to tempt and satisfy.
A cash bar will also be available for additional selections.

Please enter through Ambrosia entrance. Parking available in MAACM Parking Garage, $1/hour

Thursday, June 25th @6pm – 8pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

USA SOCCER WATCH PARTY SERIES: MATCH #3 USA VS. TURKEY
Ferg’s Sports Bar, St. Pete

It’s fun covering World Cup watch parties all over Tampa Bay where we are cheering on the winning ways of the USA soccer team. This week’s venue is the ever-popular Ferg’s Sports Bar, and this week’s 3rd Round opponent is Turkey. Let’s make it three in a row while munching on some of the best sports bar food in the ‘Burg. Bring your friends, have a ball, and don’t forget to yell Gooooallll!

Thursday, June 25th @8pm
Find more information HERE.

 

 

St. Pete Sunrise Tours
N. Staub Park, DTSP

This is a lovely idea and practical too, as most of the activity happens before the heat of the day sets in. It’s a laid-back, curated experience shaped by locals who know and love this city. You’ll enjoy some of our most beloved spots throughout town on this 90 minute tour. With a relaxed pace and light narration, you’ll hear interesting stories, hidden history, and insider details you won’t find on standard tours. A highlight of the experience is a stop at Black Crow Coffee Co., a tucked-away neighborhood favorite. Guests have the option to pre-purchase their coffee when booking, making it easy to enjoy a fresh cup as part of your sunrise ritual. With an intimate group size of just six guests, every tour feels personal and unhurried.

Tours are scheduled through 2028
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

Friday

 

Tampa Bay Boat Show
Florida State Fairgrounds

Summertime is the perfect time to shop for a new boat, or maybe even your very first one! The 2026 Tampa Bay Boat Show is your opportunity to explore an unmatched selection of boats, connect with experts, and take advantage of limited time offers. Hosted at the Florida State Fairgrounds, this event brings together top brands and exclusive deals you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re upgrading, buying your first boat, or simply exploring options, their team will be on-site to help you make the right choice.

Friday, June 26th – Sunday, June 28th
Fine more information HERE.

 

 

Stars & Stripes Beach Bash
MacDill Beach, Tampa

It doesn’t get more patriotic than a celebration near Central Command! MacDill Airforce base plays host. The Stars & Stripes Beach Bash is a patriotic summer kickoff event designed to bring the MacDill community together for a day of recreation, beach games, water activities, and family entertainment. Hosted by Outdoor Recreation, the event highlights the installation’s waterfront assets and encourages families to enjoy the base’s recreational opportunities.

Friday, June 26th @12pm – 4pm
Find more information HERE.

 

 

What the Constitution Means to Me
The Beach Theatre, St. Pete Beach

 

Starring legendary actor and playwright, Katie Combs, as Heidi, join us in our first ever full length production produced by The Beach Theatre. This historic production spans across the 250 anniversary of our country as we ask and debate what the Constitution means to us all.
Playwright Heidi Schreck resurrects her teenage self in order to trace the profound relationship between four generations of women and the founding document that shaped their lives.

Opens Friday, June 26th – Sunday, July 6th
Find tickets, performance times, and more information HERE.

 

 

Bye Bye Birdie
Central Park Performing Arts Center, Largo

It’s the smash hit 1960s stage to big screen musical spoof on the induction of Elvis Presley into the army and his effect on a town full of “interesting” citizens before he deploys. The music is iconic, the theme patriotic (in a way), and the laughs plentiful. CPPAC is a lovely venue, so if you’ve never been, this is a perfect opportunity to see the at their best! It’s only for one weekend, so get your tickets NOW!

Friday & Saturday, June 26th & 27th ONLY
Find tickets, performance times, and more information HERE. 

 

 

Saturday

 

For a Good Cause: 11th Annual Zephyrhills Summerfest Fireworks Show
Zephyr Park, Zephyrhills

Let’s celebrate our Independence a little early! Time for a little daytrip north for some fun, food and amazing fireworks. Join in for the 11th Annual Zephyrhills Summerfest Fireworks Festival celebrating America’s 250th birthday, and our beautiful Florida Summers.
This festive event features tasty food trucks, artists & vendors, free sponsored giveaways, live entertainment sponsored by Custom Air Conditioning, Kids Zone benefiting charity, and fireworks at Dark!

Saturday, June 27th @2pm
Find more information HERE.

 

**Registry Spotlight Event**

An event where you can run while being at a concert is just a cool idea that deserves to shine in the #RegistrySpotlight !!
Join the fun – it’s not even fattening!

NIGHT NATION RUN
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa

This is just a very unique idea, and those can be hard to come by! The Night Nation Run is the World’s 1st Running Music Festival an ultimate blend of a Music Festival and a Fun Run. Experience a music filled course with Live DJs, Light Shows, Bubble Zones, Neon and Black Lights. Cross the finish line into an Epic Main Stage After Party featuring Top Headliner DJs.

Enjoy a once in a lifetime running experience as we Light Up The Night together! To date over 1 million people across the World have become a member of the Night Nation©! Celebrate Life. Celebrate friends and family. Celebrate Music. Run with the Night Nation!

Saturday, June 27th – Gates open @6pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

**Concert Corner**

 

Saturday, June 27th @7pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

Slay the Bay: Concert and Night Market – Presented by St. Pete Pride
The Historic Coliseum, St. Pete

Friday, June 26th @4pm – 11pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

 

America 250: Together in Harmony — Big Band Concert with Allyson Briggs & Dan Gabel
The Palladium, St. Pete

 

Wednesday, July 1st @7:30pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.

 

Have a great Top 10 weekend, everyone!
Cindy

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