Hoppy Easter everyone! We show you where all the most eggcellent fun is this weekend. But that’s not all! There’s great comedy shows, theater, cultural fests and cook-offs, and so much more, It’s all right here and curated especially for you!
Thursday
Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen
Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Morsani Hall, Tampa
The Tony Award winning musical comes from Broadway to the Straz Center for a limited run, so don’t miss it. This incredible musical from 16-time
Grammy® Award winner Alicia Keys, whose new songs and greatest hits about growing up in N.Y. inspire a story made for Broadway. Hailed as a New York Times Critic’s Pick that is, “thrilling from beginning to end – a rare must-see! Hell’s Kitchen is directed by four-time Tony Award® nominee Michael Greif, with choreography by four-time Tony Award® nominee Camille A. Brown, a book by Pulitzer Prize finalist Kristoffer Diaz and the music of Alicia Keys.
Now through Saturday, April 4th
Find tickets, performance times, and more information HERE.
Friday
**Registry Spotlight Event**
For a full CENTURY, St. Pete City Theatre has delivered rich live performances to Tampa Bay, helping forge the cultural life of our community.
They need our support and attendance in order to continue their mission for another century. I hope you attend one of this weekend’s performances.
Final Weekend: The Prince of Egypt
St. Pete City Theatre
The Prince of Egypt is a sweeping epic of a musical with music and lyrics by Grammy and Oscar winner Stephen Schwartz, a book by Philip LaZebnik, and 10 new songs written by Schwartz, together with five of his songs from the DreamWorks Animation film. The show also features Schwartz’s Academy Award-winning song, “When You Believe.” Journey through the wonders of Ancient Egypt as Ramses and Moses, two young men raised together as brothers in a kingdom of privilege, find themselves suddenly divided by a secret past. One must rule as Pharaoh, the other must rise up and free his true people; both face a destiny that will change history forever. As always, Support Community Theater!
Now through Sunday, April 5th
Find tickets, Performance time, and more information HERE.
**Easter Eggstras!** (Saturday & Sunday)
FloridaRAMA Golden Egg Quest
FloridaRAMA, St. Pete
Whether you come for the immersive art or the thrill of the find, there’s something for everyone. Score sweet prizes in every
egg or be one of the lucky few to find a special egg with a Free Scavenger Hunt ticket hidden inside!
Hunts will begin at 10:00am sharp on both dates, so plan to arrive early to participate.
Make it a family affair: Use our 4-Pack Savings Pass to save on tickets for the whole family!
Saturday & Sunday, April 4th & 5th @10am – 11am
Find tickets and more information HERE.
Hoppy Two-Gether
Morean Arts Center, St. Pete
Here’s a fun and creative Easter activity for kids ages 3 – 12. Students will explore various techniques to create their own one-of-a-kind bunny doll!
Students will learn skills they can replicate in the home for endless world building and creative expression. Whether its outfits, features, accessories or that unexplainable magic only you can create, each student will leave with a unique Bunny full of personality!
Each child must be accompanied by an adult, who helps participate in creating accessories with their child as they monitor and help them with the use of hot glue, scissors, and other technically advanced tools. Adults get to create as well and customize a “Bunny Bag” to transport their hand-made Bunny home.
Saturday, April 4th @10am – 12pm
Find more information HERE.
Eggcellent Eggstavaganza
Walter Fuller Park, St. Pete
the drumming circle, bounce houses, fun food options, and more!Saturday, April 4th @10am – 1pm
Find more information HERE.
Bunny Breakfast & Egg Hunt
The Centre, Palm Harbor
Saturday, April 4th @8:30am- 9:30am (breakfast) 9:30am (Egg hunt)
Find tickets and more information HERE.
Spring Fest & Easter Egg Hunt
The Pier, DTSP
Kick off the Spring Season and Celebrate Easter on the St Pete Pier with the Spring Festival presented by St Pete Pediatrics featuring
family-friendly entertainment, activities, magic show, easter bunny, food vendors, games/rides, and a 20,000-eggs Easter Egg Hunt.
Sunday, April 5th @11am – 7pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.
29th Annual Ginormous Easter Egg Hunt
Coachman Park, Clearwater
Designed for children 16 and under, the hunt begins promptly at 12:30 PM and lasts just minutes—making it one of the most exciting parts of the day. Families can also enjoy a variety of fun-filled activities like pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, bounce houses, train rides, and delicious food available for purchase. The Easter Bunny and Mrs. Bunny are always on hand for memorable photos and smiles.
With free parking, festive entertainment, and a beautiful park setting, it’s a day the whole family will treasure.
Sunday, April 5th @11am – 2pm (Egg Hunt starts at 12:30pm sharp)
Find more information HERE.
Saturday
16th Edition Annual Brazilian Festival
Cinco Soccer, Tampa
If it’s a culture related festival, you know I’m all in. Experience the food, music, dress, and spirit of another part of the world right here at home.
2012, the Annual Brazilian Festival has become the most traditional community event in the State of Florida, a beacon and symbol of Brazil’s rich musical heritage and cultural diversity, showcasing some of Brazil’s pioneering & renowned artists, promoting multicultural unity, to inspire environmental awareness. An amazing journey into Brazil’s Art, Culture and Tradition featuring International Acts , Samba Dancers, Kids Rides, Exhibitors, and the taste of the Brazilian Cuisine showcased by minority food vendors to offer a dream day in Brazil’s Flavor-land. With each passing year, the festival continues to grow and evolve, leaving an unforgettable and inspiring mark on local music and culture.
Saturday, April 4th @1pm – 11pm
Find more information HERE.
Corey Avenue Art & Craft Festival
Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach
Saturday & Sunday, April 4th & 5th @10am – 5pm
Find more information HERE.
3rd Annual Blue Crabs R&B Festival
Tropicana Field Lot 1, St. Pete
Whether you’re craving buttery blue crabs, love smooth R&B, or just want a weekend filled with great energy, this festival is the place to be.
Come hungry, come ready to groove, and come celebrate community with the Saturday Shoppes. There will be vendors, live music,
food trucks, and a huge crab cook-off! What could be better than seafood and R&B??
Saturday & Sunday, April 4th & 5th @2pm – 8pm
Find times, event schedules, and more information HERE.
Monday
Tampa Bay Rays Home Opener vs. Chicago Cubs
Tropicana Field, St. Pete
No hurricane can stop the Rays from returning to the Trop now that repairs are complete (at least until the new stadium is built in Tampa). Don’t miss the Rays home opener Monday afternoon and cheer on all the new and veteran players. There is a whole lot of new speed and firepower on the team, as well as veteran faves like Yandy Diaz and Jonathan Aranda. It’s a long season, so strap in, get comfortable, and cheer on our hometown RAYS!
Monday, April 6th @4:10pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.
**Concert Corner**
We Them Ones Comedy Tour
Benchmark International Arena, Tampa
Friday, April 2rd @8pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.
Ali Wong Live
The Mahaffey, DTSP
Sunday, April 5th @7pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.
Have a great Top 10 weekend, everyone!
Cindy
Don’t forget to send your events to: cstovall5@gmail.com
**Concert Corner**
