What a great weekend to be in Tampa Bay! Find out which events made the list, visit the “Concert Corner,” and see who gets our #RegistrySpotlightEvent! It’s a cool one…
Thursday
Surrealist Game Night
Raymond James Community Room – The Dalí Museum, St. Pete DTSP
It’s a special evening of surreal games. In conjunction with the special exhibit, Where Ideas Come From: Dalí’s Drawings, enjoy a surreal game night at The Dalí. Bring your friends and create an Exquisite Corpse game, participate in a whimsical chain reaction and play Surreal Question and Answer. No winners or losers, just surrealists!
Thursday, August 3rd @6pm – 7pm Tickets and More information HERE.
Friday
Gecko World First Friday & 8th Annual Gecko Art Show
Beach Blvd & Catherine Hickman Theater, Gulfport
It’s a spectacular First Friday Art Walk featuring the 8th Annual Gecko Art Show !
Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing display of artistry, by local artists – intricate paintings, captivating photographs, or even sculptures, this unique exhibition promises to be a visual treat for everyone! You’ll also have the opportunity to meet fellow art enthusiasts, connect with local artists, and support the thriving art scene in Gulfport. Bring your friends, family, and even your little gecko enthusiasts for a fun-filled evening of creativity and community.
Friday, August 4th @5pm – 9pm on Beach Blvd (Gecko Art Show 6pm – 8pm at the theater)
Admission is Free More information HERE.
Remembering Paul Reubens
Tampa Theater, Tampa
We lost comedy icon Pee Wee Herman aka Paul Reubens this week and Historic Tampa Theater has put together a compilation tribute show for all Pee Wee’s loyal fans here in Tampa Bay. It’s a general seating show and admission is FREE, so it will be first come, first served. I can’t think of a better place to have this tribute. It’s sure to turn your frown upside down.
Friday, August 4th @7:30 ( Doors open at 6:30) More information HERE.
Opening Night – Barnum the Musical
Eight O’Clock Theatre, Largo
P.T. Barnum, The Greatest Showman on Earth, combines razzle-dazzle with charm and brass to sell “humbug” to cheering crowds. A joyful and moving musical portrait of the 19th century’s greatest show-biz legend, Barnum is a colorful, dynamic spectacle with heart, circus performers, and a rousing score.
Friday, August 4th – 13th @8pm Tickets and more information HERE.
Saturday
Fish Kids Seawall Tournament & Community Event
Rex Place, Madeira Beach
Here’s a great end of summer vacation event for kids age 3 to 16 – a fishing tournament! Bring an unwrapped toy of non-perishable food item to this great free event and let the kids catch dinner for the week. There will be vendors, a free raffle, and food & drinks available. The kids will love it and it’s sure to be an adventure for the whole family and all for free.
Saturday, August 5th @10am – 3pm (Fishing starts at 11)
Register and get more information HERE.
Opening Reception – Keepers of Heritage:Hidden Tales/Custodios de la Herencia: Cuentos Ocultos
The Gallery at Creative Pinellas, Largo
This new exhibit focuses on bringing stories and ideas to light that have been overshadowed or disregarded. It showcases original work in a variety of mediums including painting, sculpture, drawing, and engraving by renowned artists from Puerto Rico, New York, and Florida such as Brenda Cruz, Domingo Garcia, Martin Garcia Rivera, and Rafael Rivera Rosa. Gallery is open Weds – Sun 10am -5pm
Opening Reception: Saturday, August 5th @6pm – 8pm HERE.
PAW Patrol Live! Heroes Unite
Mahaffey Theater, St. Pete DTSP
Here’s a back to school treat just for the kiddos. Calling all good citizens! The PAW Patrol is yelping for help as they face their greatest challenge yet. Mayor Humdinger has dognapped Robo Dog and cloned him, causing chaos all over the world. It’s up to the pups to catch those clones, rescue Robo Dog and show that when the going gets “ruff,” lending a paw makes you the ultimate TOP HERO! VIP experiences available.
Saturday, August 5th @6pm Tickets and information HERE.
Sunday
**Registry Spotlight Event**
Andy Warhol gets the nod this week for being just that cool. The Floridian Social has been killing it by bringing us varied and very unique programming and this is certainly no exception. Hats off for being our #RegistrySpotlightEvent!
Andy Warhol’s Birthday Art Walk
The Floridian Social, St. Pete
Here’s a really fun and unique event for you at only a $3 entry fee (in advance). This is a 21+ event featuring Andy Warhol inspired pieces by local artists, an Andy impersonator, specialty cocktails in Campbell’s Soup cans, live music and more. Dressing up in 60s pop attire is strongly encouraged.
Sunday, August 6th @3pm – 8pm Tickets and more information HERE.
Post Weekend Wednesday
4 Day Event – Countdown Improv Festival
HCC Performing Arts Ybor City
It’s the 7th anniversary of this laugh-out-loud improv event taking place over 4 days in the HCC performing arts building. Over 75 different incarnations of improv are in store to tickle your funny bone and give you a little escape from reality. Sounds great, right?
Wednesday, August 9th – 12th @7pm Tickets and more information HERE.
Concert Corner
Bret Michaels – Parti Gras Tour 2023
MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa
Friday, August 4th @7pm Tickets and more information HERE.
George Strait, Chris Stapleton, & Little Big Town
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa
Saturday, August 5th Starting @5pm Tickets and more information HERE.
Freestyle Explosion: Throwback Jam with Stevie B., Taylor Dayne, & More
Amalie Arena, Tampa
Saturday, August 5th @7:30pm Tickets and more information HERE.
Selwyn Birchwood – Exorcist Album Release
The Palladium Theater, St. Pete DTSP
Saturday, August 5th @8pm Tickets and more information HERE.
Have fun and stay safe out there!
Cindy
Submit your events to cstovall5@gmail.com
