Summer is underway and there is so much variety to enjoy this weekend – new art, theater, a huge boat show, great concerts, a cool Squid Game event, and the peak of Pride. Find it all right here with Registry Tampa Bay.
Thursday
Splash: A Cool Summer Art Show
Syd Entel Galleries, Safety Harbor
“Splash” invites art enthusiasts to immerse themselves in a refreshing world of water inspired creations, celebrating the beauty and serenity of aquatic life. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Florida summer, the exhibition features and array of talented artists. Come discover artworks evoking the playful splashes of ocean waves, the calmness of flowing rivers, and sparkling light dancing on water surfaces. “Splash,” features a stunning collection of works from talented 2-D artists including Star, Alexys Henry, Margaret Juul, Lisa Schuster and Brett Varney, as well as exceptional glass artists such as Satava and Taylor Backes, among others.
Now through August 30th
Find more information HERE.
Friday
Tampa Bay Boat Show
Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa
AHOY MATES!
Chart your course the Florida State Fairgrounds this weekend and check out the largest boat show in Tampa Bay.
The Tampa Bay Boat Show is a grand event showcasing area boat dealers/manufacturers, the latest in boating and fishing supplies.
This show offers a great way to see and compare all available makes and models in one location. Pontoons, Cruisers, Center Consoles, Jet Skis, exhibits and more. Plus, you don’t want to miss the Florida Fishing School Seminars Series each day. Take part in a series of presentations by the area’s top fishing guides and local experts…great tips, secrets, and fun! Learn how to catch the big one! There is something for Boaters of all ages waiting for you. After you have found your dreamboat explore the many exhibits of the clothing, sunglasses, boating and docking accessories and so much more.
The event is open to the public, and admission is free so bring the family and make a day of it. You could be on the water before the weekend is over.
Friday through Sunday, June 27th – 20th
Find tickets and more information HERE.
For a Good Cause: Our Wicked Truth: An Oz Adaptation – Presented by ProjectFREE
Catherine Hickman Theater, Gulfport
RisingStarz Theater is proud to present this year’s production: Our Wicked Truth: An Oz Inspired Adaptation. It will be telling a story of the land of Oz in a time before the wizard, with a Gulfport twist! RisingStarz is thrilled to be welcoming in their new theater director Myles Thoroughgood! Music will be done by our creative director Audrey Short. RisingStarz Theater is a branch of ProjectFREE that features a full cast of actors with diverse abilities and in it it’s 9th season with this original retelling.
Friday through Sunday, June 27th – 29th
Find tickets, performance times, and more information HERE.
Saturday
The Art Brunch
Foodie Labs, St. Pete
Join in this Saturday at Apululu and Bagel Babe inside Foodie Labs, for a unique brunch experience where food, art, and storytelling come together to nourish the soul. This first gathering features the official presentation of the book “Taimi Carrero: The Miracle Girl”—written by Taimi’s husband and a collective of authors inspired by the true story of Chef Taimi—a woman whose journey through adversity led her to discover purpose, healing, and joy through her passion in the kitchen. This is a FREE event and space is limited!
Saturday, June 28th @8:30am – 12:30pm
Find RSVP and more information HERE.
The Glass Trials: A Family Friendly Squid Game Experience
Imagine Museum, St. Pete
Based on the viral Netflix series, The Glass Trials brings fun and competition to Imagine Museum. Binge the series on June 27 – then test your skills at The Glass Trials. Upon arrival, guests draw a marble to determine ticket price. Each player receives a numbered bib and punch card. Survive all six challenges with no eliminations to enter the Grand Prize Drawing. Didn’t make it? You’re still eligible for the Participation Award Drawing. Random “player eliminations” will be announced throughout the day for added fun. There will also be themed treats and lots more to enjoy. Reserve your spot for free—your actual admission price ($0–$5) will be revealed when you draw your marble at the door.
Saturday & Sunday, June 28th & 29th
Find tickets and more information HERE.
**Registry Spotlight Event(s)**
Here’s a shout out to all the great Pride events happening this weekend! Shining in the #RegistrySpotlight are our highlights for celebrating one of the largest Pride celebrations in the Southeast! Enjoy the grand finale of Pride month with one or all of these fun events!
**PRIDE Weekend Events**
Dirty John’s Dirty Disco
The Studio @620, St. Pete
St. Pete’s most unapologetically unfiltered comedy troupe is back at The Studio@620 with a brand-new show: Dirty John’s Dirty Disco! This sketch and musical performance extravaganza is bringing the glitter, the groove, and a whole lot of in-your-face irreverence. Join their disco fairies as they carry you through your journey! Expect outrageous characters, daring punchlines, and disco balls with jokes just as loud as the outfits. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a first-time troublemaker, one thing’s for sure—Dirty John’s isn’t here to play nice, they’re here to play funky.
Thursday through Saturday, June 28th – 28th
Find tickets and more information HERE.
St. Pete Pride Friday Night Concert Featuring Durand Bernarr
Jannus LIVE!, DTSP
Friday, June 27th @6pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.
St. Pete Pride Parade Day 2025
DTSP, Straub Park, DTSP
It’s time, once again, for St Pete Pride’s signature event – one that will bring hundreds of thousands of marchers, attendees, and supporters to the beautiful downtown waterfront to celebrate diversity, equality and fairness while having a helluva time. As one of the largest Pride Festival in the Southeast, this iconic event unites members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies for a day filled with love, pride, and connection. Pride-goers can enjoy the spectacular parade, dynamic performances by national and local entertainers on the main stage, and explore 100+ booths featuring local vendors, food sellers, artists, and community organizations. It’s a celebration you won’t want to miss — a day of joy, visibility, and pride for all!
Saturday, June 28th @2pm – 10pm
Find more information HERE.
The Rocky Horror Pride Extravaganza
Green Light Cinema, St. Pete
Cosplay is definitely encouraged.
Saturday, June 28th @8pm and 11pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.
St. Pete Pride Sunday Street Fair
Grand Central District, Central Ave, St. Pete
St Pete Pride’s popular Sunday Street fair in the GRAND CENTRAL DISTRICT brings over 100,000 people of all ages to the Grand Central District to celebrate our history and to enjoy block after block of entertainment, vendors, community partners, and local businesses. Performance stages, roaming street performers, and hundreds of participating businesses and organizations, something for everyone.
Sunday, June 29th @12pm – 5pm
Find more information HERE.
**Concert Corner**
Slightly Stoopid
The Baycare Sound, Clearwater
Friday, June 27th @6pm
Find tickets and more information HERE.
WitchGrass Weekend Urban Bluegrass Festival
The Ale & the Witch, DTSP
Friday through Sunday, June 27th – 29th
Find more information HERE.
Have a great Top 10 weekend!
Cindy
