Hillsborough County
Tampa Bay Vegfest: This vegan food and lifestyle event that's taking place in Tampa is a delicious way to spend your Saturday afternoon! Tampa Bay Vegfest is a fun, family-friendly event with lots of cooking demos, education on vegan cooking, and even an area dedicated to helping you shop for the best vegan products. You can learn how to make delicious vegan meals or just munch on some yummy treats while you're there. There are also lots of fun activities for kids!
Hillsborough County Fair: The Hillsborough County Fair is back and promises to blow your mind with 11 days of rides, food, entertainment, and exhibits! Ride state-of-the-art fair rides by Dreamland Amusements and see livestock shows in the brand-new 18,000-square-foot exhibition building. Then, sit down to enjoy a cornucopia of juicy corndogs, flaky funnel cakes, and tons of other deep-fried and hand-made delights.
Brandon Seafood Fest: All you can eat seafood, all day. With all proceeds going to local and international charities, the “best thing going in Brandon for 30+ years” is back! The Brandon Seafood Fest is home to games, inflatables, live music, and mouthwatering seafood dishes. The price of admission includes full access to all activities, food, and drink!
Adam Sandler Live: This star comedian truly needs no introduction. Adam Sandler has been making people laugh for over two decades. His movies have grossed over $3 billion worldwide and his films on Netflix have been some of the streaming service’s most successful. His recent film HUSTLE was a critical and audience favorite.Go see him LIVE at Amalie Arena this coming Sunday!
Pasco County
Cornhole Tournament: Are you ready for the Pasco County Cornhole Tournament? This tournament is sure to be a blast as you compete to prove who is the ‘boss of the toss”! The King’s Seat Bar and Grill are hosting a Cornhole Tournament in their lot on Sunday. Bring your own bags or use theirs to have a great time and win a cash prize!
Greek American Fest: This blow-out festival is a huge celebration of all things Greek. Grab your chiton and make your way to Greek American Fest! Featuring everything from food to entertainment, to rides and games, to shopping, the festival is a great way to spend time with friends or family while you enjoy some delicious Greek food and pastries!
Oddities & Curiosities Expo: The goal of this event is simple: to bring together people from all over the country who love weirdness and want to support local businesses. The Oddities & Curiosities Expo showcases hand-selected vendors dealing in taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/Halloween-inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, and crafts. All items you see at our shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced, so take home something quirky this weekend!
Pinellas County
Savor St. Pete: This event is going to be the talk of Florida's foodie community, and the stunning view of Tampa Bay is the cherry on top. Savor St. Pete is a culinary event artfully blending local chef rock stars with national brand partners offering bites and sips to please every appetite. Stay for the weekend and explore all the hidden gems of downtown St. Petersburg!
Clearwater Sangria Fest: If you love sangria and the outdoors, you're going to love this sangria festival. The Clearwater Sangria Fest has tons to offer and will raise money for The Little Cats Rescue. Aspirations Winery is taking the best drinks from local brewers to the streets of Clearwater for an exciting day of music, wine, beer, and the aforementioned fruit wine concoction. Enjoy beverages, bites, and the relaxing local atmosphere!
Sarasota/Manatee Counties
Sarasota Medieval Fair: Make merry, the Sarasota Medieval Fair is here! The Sarasota Medieval Fair brings together local artisans, performers, and vendors, and serves as a fundraiser for non-profit organizations. Come out to explore it’s new 47 acre home, the Woods of Mallaranny, from 10am to 5:30pm all weekend long.
Public Market: If you're looking for a fun day out with the family, head over to the Downtown Bradenton Public Market on Saturday. The market hosts all kinds of activities and vendors to keep you busy: you can throw a ball around in the park and get your face painted; there will be live music playing throughout the day, or try some of the local food and produce vendors! Parking is free on weekends and dogs are allowed on leashes.
Polk County
Rock Family Fest: Come hang out and celebrate the Fall season for FREE at the Rock Family Festival! They’ve got food, shaved ice, a rock climbing wall, inflatable bounce houses, hayrides on the lake, boat rides, and train rides—and that's just the beginning. There will be live music during the day and field games and contests at night. Don't miss out on all the fun!
Florida Children’s Museum Grand Opening: This is a big opening weekend in Polk county for all ages, from toddlers to adults, who will be able to explore 47,800 square feet of hands-on exploration in the new, state-of-the-art exhibits at the Florida Children’s Museum! Work in design pods or on your own at the designer’s bench before racing your very own floating vehicle of the future, live out your wildest dreams at the living city for kids, or explore a world of colorful fruit in the watermelon seeds play area!
Citrus County
Stone Crab Jam: Groove to the music and enjoy delicious seafood creations at the Stone Crab Jam in Crystal River! This one-day event will feature a lineup of music acts and dozens of local restaurant stands. The Jam will be located at 560 North Citrus Avenue from 12pm until 10pm. Adults are $15 (cash only) and children 12 and under are free!
Kids Paint Party: Let your kids build their confidence and enhance their artistic abilities at the Kids Paint Party! The supplies will be provided for kids to designed a Fall themed painting led by a professional art instructor. Once the masterpiece is made, kids can enjoy snacks and drinks and play on the playground. The lesson starts at 2pm and will last until 3:30pm!
Lee County
Charcuterie Class & Wine Tasting: Hosted by the Grazing Haus, make and take home your own deluxe charcuterie board! At the Charcuterie Class & Wine Tasting learn how to select the perfect meats and cheeses to serve together, as well as how to arrange an artful charcuterie board to take home. Your ticket includes two tasting pours of wine and small snacks during class!
Hernando County
Water Lantern Fest: Experience the magic of the Water Lantern Festival in Spring Hill! The tranquil evening will include food, games, activities, vendors, music, and the beauty of thousands of lanterns with letters of love, hope, and dreams reflecting off the water. When the sun starts to set, the festival starts to shine when the lanterns are launched together. Watch as the healing messages drift away, taking your stress and hardships with them.
Charlotte County
Scotty’s Bierworks Fall Fest: Celebrate the changing seasons all weekend long with drinks and fun at Scotty’s Bierworks! Snack on authentic German food, participate in a stein-holding competition and enter raffles to win great prizes. Oktoberfest festivities don’t have to end with this blow-out party in Cape Coral.
