Hillsborough County
Pop Punk Emo Night: Work off the stress of your work week at the Pop Punk Emo Night! Pegasus Lounge invites you to “dance, mosh, bounce around, or just stand awkwardly with your friends” this Saturday night at 8pm. DJ Chey and Travis are spinning all the classic scene, emo, and pop punk hits like Paramore, Good Charlotte, Blink-182, Panic At The Disco and many more! Keep in mind that this party is 18+ only.
High Tea for Backpacks: Stay classy this Sunday with The Tampa Women’s Club at their charity tea party. They’ll be serving up yummy scones and other tea-time classics to go along with your beverage of choice. The funds raised from the event will be used to buy backpacks filled with school supplies which will be given to underprivileged children in the Tampa area!
Art Walk & Vendor Fair: Find your next favorite statement piece at Armature Works’ Sunday Art Walk and Vendor Fair! Curated by Stella Gallerie, the art walk goes through the beautiful Gathering Space and exhibits dozens of talented local artists and their unique crafts. Stop by on Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm!
Repticon: Lizard lovers will feel right at home at Repticon at the Florida State Fairgrounds! Learn about these amazing creatures and even get the opportunity to take home a new scaly friend from any of the knowledgeable and responsible breeders on site. Or for those who already have a reptilian best friend, browse the various items on sale to make their habitat a paradise!
Tampa Heights Cultural Fest: Celebrate Juneteenth and African American culture as part of the 2nd annual Tampa Heights Cultural Fest! The festival will have food and craftsperson vendors, as well as resources for navigating economic, physical, and mental health. Performing arts, visual arts, and music all culminate to celebrate the history and accomplishments within local African American culture.
Pasco County
Butterfly Gardening: Your little gardener will love this Butterfly Gardening Workshop at Zephyrhills Public Library! Butterfly gardening is the practice of maintaining butterfly-friendly plants to attract butterflies for observation and to help fight the effects of habitat encroachment. This program will entertain and educate your children on this beautiful hobby and promote a love for their planet!
Summer Camp For Special Needs Youth: Camp Idlewild is offering week-long summer experiences for special needs kids and young adults that are certain to be a blast! Starting this Sunday is their Tropical Oasis week filled with fun activities, music, dancing, scavenger hunts, and more. Sign your child up here!
Pinellas County
LIT Art Show: Be dazzled by all the colorful lights and artworks at Atelier de SoSi’s “LIT” exhibition! This show-stopping gallery is one you don’t want to miss. Filled to the brim with pieces made in neon, glow in the dark paints, and creative lighting illusions that highlight vibrant minds of the artists who made them. This immersive and eye-catching experience makes its opening debut this Friday from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm!
Pickleball: Compete in the exciting sport of Pickleball (whether you are a newbie or an expert) at The Centre in Palm Harbor this weekend! Invented in the 1960s, Pickleball is a sport that combines elements of badminton, ping-pong, and tennis. It is played with two to four players who aim to hit a whiffle ball over the net to score points against the other team. Parents can bring your teens out to bond over a great game!
The Moogician: Yes, I spelled it correctly! The Moogician is coming to Oldsmar Public Library to show off some a-moo-sing feats of magic, music, and comedy. Todd Charles was inspired to create his hilarious and uplifting variety show after living on a dairy farm in upstate New York and bonding with the animals that do so much for our grocery store shelves. Stop by this Friday from 11:00 to noon for moogic and fun!
Sarasota/Manatee Counties
Lucky Ducky Race for Pace: Adopt one of the over 30,000 rubber ducks that are racing along the Manatee River in support of Pace Center for Girls! Pace supports the academic and life skill development of girls between the ages of 11 and 18. The Manatee division alone has served almost 1,500 girls county-wide. Caddy’s of Bradenton is happy to host this event this Saturday, so enjoy some great food and drinks while the ducks race!
Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week: Tour the tastes of Sarasota as part of Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week! For just $20 or $35 per person you can sample multi-course menus from dozens of high-end award winning restaurants in the area. Sample various cuisines and learn how to eat like a Sarasota local! This is the last weekend of the celebration so don’t pass up the chance for great food.
Polk County
Friday Night Live: Those who live for live music will enjoy the tranquil Friday night Sessions at Munn Park in Lakeland. Bring your own chairs and blankets to relax on and soak in the vibes from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. This Friday, feast your ears upon the stylings of HB Jazz for free!
Color Me Crazy Weekend: Cap off your week with an off-the-hook colorful party at the Resort at Canopy Oaks in Babson Parks! Complete with a 1-mile color run, paint party, glow-in-the-dark scavenger hunt, tiki glow party, and even cosmic pickleball, there is sure to be something fun and vibrant for everyone. Make some crafts to take home and enjoy live entertainment!
Citrus County
Chinsegut Hill House Tour: Roam the lovely property on Chinsegut Hill and learn about the rich history of Florida. The estate sits on 114 gorgeous acres and is noted on the National Historic Registry, partially due to the variety of unique and influential owners of the property! Guided tours by expert historians make the home come to life and are available from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekends!
Lee County
Autism Social Skills Playgroup: Parents of children on the Autism Spectrum will be thrilled to hear about the opportunity springing up in Fort Myers thanks to Family Initiative! Every Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm they host an Autism Spectrum Playgroup for kids on the spectrum looking to gain more socialization skills through interaction and play. If you are a parent of a child with ASD, consider letting them join in on the fun this coming Saturday!
Hernando County
Beer & Wine Sipping Social: At the end of your week, a glass of wine and some laughs with friends may be just what you need. Once Upon a Vine is hosting a quaint gathering from 4:00 to 6:00 pm where you can get together and enjoy their specialty craft beer and wines. The social also includes a 20% off special on their kits where you can make your own concoctions!
