Hillsborough County

  • Rodeo Festival: The rootin-tootinest festival in the Tampa Bay Area has returned! The Rodeo Festival is home to mechanical bulls, barrel racing, fun games, and tasty food. Professional bull riders will gallop starting at 8:00 pm but gates open 5:00 pm!

  • Cultura by Sal Y Mar: Looking for a classy evening of Latin-style dance and culture? Dance Flow Studios has got it covered at Cultura by Sal Y Mar. This rooftop Latin dance social offers dinner reservations and bottle service alongside dance lessons. DJs will be pumping Salsa and Bachata to keep you moving throughout the night!

  • SharkCon 2022: You’re gonna need a bigger boat for this convention dedicated to one of the ocean’s most famous predators! All weekend long at the Florida State Fairgrounds shark lovers and experts will all be gathered for SharkCon 2022. Stars from National Geographic, Discovery Channel, and Animal Planet will be in attendance alongside photographers, scientists, and live sharks! Enjoy a school of shark-themed games and activities.

  • FL Aquarium Aqua Nights: The magical Florida Aquarium is extending its hours this summer as part of Aqua Nights! They will host live entertainment and other festivities that are fun for the entire family! All the special events designed to bring you back in time are included with general admission ticket sales.

  • Comedy for a Cause: Have a laugh and help raise money for a great cause this Saturday night at Side Splitters Comedy Club. Hosted by comedian Shellie Bejar, Comedy for a Cause is designed to help raise funds for local Homeless Empowerment Programs. Headlining the hilarious evening will be Brian Aldridge! Keep in mind this event is +18!

Pasco County

  • Market Days: There will truly be something for everyone at the upcoming Market Days in Land O’ Lakes. This four hour market has absolutely everything from kids clothes and toys, to Mary Kay, Mosquito Hunters, and soaps! There will be plenty of refreshing drinks and foods too. Connerton invites you to bring your family and your four-legged friends!

  • Kids Fishing Tourney: Your little angler will love to compete in this fishing tournament just for kids at Sims Park! Children 11 and under will get a rod, reel, shirt, and a bucket of shrimp for bait. Kids 12-15 years old can get a shirt and win a prize for largest overall fish for a $20 entry fee. The tournament kicks off 8:00 am and wraps up at 11:00 am.

  • Classic Car Cruise In: See some cool and iconic cars Saturday afternoon as part of the Classic Cars Cruise In at Treble Makers Restaurant and Piano Bar. Owners of classic, antique, custom, model, and even muscle cars will all come down for food and drink specials and a prize raffle! This event starts at 11:00 am and runs until 2:00 pm.

Pinellas County

  • Ice Cream Festival: To celebrate National Ice Cream Day, the St. Pete Pier is pulling out all the stops for a sweet experience that will help you beat the Florida beach heat! There will be ice cream and other frozen treats from a variety of vendors, like popsicles, craft ice cream, and gelato. At the end of the festival, cast your vote to help crown the Best Ice Cream in Tampa Bay!

  • ‘The Sandlot’ Movie Night: Enjoy a FREE movie at the Greater Ridgecrest YMCA this Friday night! This week’s showing is ‘The Sandlot’, a coming-of-age comedy about a group of young boys who play baseball during the summer of 1962. Don’t miss this classic family movie starting at 7:00 pm!

Sarasota/Manatee Counties

  • Open House & Games Day: Folk interested in coding or gaming will love the upcoming Open House and Game Day at The Coder School in Lakewood Ranch! Try virtual reality games, coding challenges, or have fun playing classic video games. Ask any questions you have about the programs they offer over refreshments and even receive a 20% discount on a full month of classes!

  • Yoga With The Manatees: A key part of yoga is to relax through the forms and stretches, and a tranquil group of manatees will certainly help with that. The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature is offering a peaceful session of yoga in front of the friendly manatees at the Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat. Bring your own mat, and prepare for exercises that focus on balance, strength, and developing flexibility. The funds raised will support manatee rehabilitation efforts!

Polk County

  • Live ‘The Who’: The Classic Albums Live series gives fans a chance to relive iconic classic rock albums performed by talented cover bands. This weekend is a performance of The Who’s “Who’s Next”, which contains some of their most popular songs like “Won’t Get Fooled Again” and “Baba O’ Riley”. Jump back in time over 50 years this Friday night starting at 7:30 pm!

  • Big & Little Chef Tacos: Take your little chef to the Publix Aprons Cooking School at Lake Miriam Square and learn to create a delicious meal! Big and Little Chef gives kids and an adult 18 or older a chance to learn to make delicious full-course meals. This week is traditional crunchy tacos, chicken taquitos with queso dip, homemade guacamole with cheesy nachos, and chocolate-hazelnut and banana pancake tacos with whipped topping!

Citrus County

  • Glow Beach Volleyball: Bring your all-star team of four and compete to rule the court! The Glow Beach Volleyball tournament is a black-light volleyball experience with tons of fun games, food and drinks, and prizes! Participants, spectators, and volunteers are invited to paint their bodies or wear fluorescent clothes and get their glow on. All funds raised from the event will benefit the Will-Power Foundation, helping with scholarships and programs that serve the community.

Lee County

  • MangoMania: Do you like mangos? If you do then Mango Mania is a must! At just $5 per adult, you can play mango-themed games, sample tropical food and beverages, make arts and crafts, get t-shirts, and so much more in celebration of Pine Island’s favorite fruit. Children 10 and under attend for free!

Hernando County

  • Brooksville Bites: The yummy food truck rally Brooksville knows and loves is back again! Brooksville Bite Nights bring a crowd of food trucks, craftsmen vendors, and live musicians for you and your friends to enjoy. This event takes place in the heart of historic Brooksville and is FREE to attend. Come out this Friday from 6:00 to 9:00 pm!