Hillsborough County
Tampa Bay International Auto Show: The largest gathering of gearheads in the Tampa Area is here! This weekend come see over 350 of the trendiest new vehicles at the Tampa Bay International Auto Show housed in the lovely Tampa Convention Center. Popular brands like Chevrolet, Toyota, Ford, Audi, Jaguar, and Ferrari (to name a few) will have their latest and greatest creations on display all weekend long.
Bucs Beach Bash: Party with pirates all weekend long at the Tradewinds Island Resort! The Bucs Beach Bash is a family-friendly Buccaneers party where fans can cheer for their favorite Tampa Bay football team. It kicks off on Friday with a tailgate party and has a jam-packed schedule of cornhole tournaments, kids zone fun, poolside parties, and performances by live musicians, Buccaneer’s Cheerleaders, Captain Fear, pirates, and the Buccaneer’s Street Team. The best part is these events are FREE to the public!
Riverwalk Cleanup: Do some good and help Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful. Littering on roads, sidewalks, parks, and rivers can harm the natural environment and the cityscape. Participants in the Riverwalk Cleanup will help remove litter and take care of the beautiful Downtown Tampa area. Volunteers can go around the area on foot with friends or take their own boat and clean up garbage in the water!
Fall Market & Art Walk: Start your Fall off with a quaint art walk and charming market shopping experience! The Second Sunday Market and Art Walk at Armature Works never disappoints, and vendors are sure to have lots of delightful Fall goodies on sale. Come out from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on Sunday to support local artists and local businesses!
Pasco County
Oktoberfest Celebration: Better brush up on your German for this Florida Avenue Brewing bash! The Oktoberfest Celebration this Saturday will be one for the books. German-style food and drinks will keep you energized for the Stein holding and cornhole competitions, and kids can show off their best chicken dance for a prize. Live music played by DeLeon Band. Prost!
Pasco County Market: There will be no shortage of Fall treats at the Pasco County Market! Sample sweet treats from award-winning bakers and grab a bite from the wide range of on-site food trucks. Indoor and outdoor vendors selling a ton of homemade or vintage goods are sure to have something great to take home. Dogs are allowed!
Starkey Ranch Lit Club: Are you an adult who misses Summer reading assignments? The Starkey Ranch Library Lit Club might be for you. Their September book is ‘The Day the World Came to Town’ by Jim DeFede. In true library fashion, they offer both physical and e-book copies to borrow if you do not wish to purchase a book every month. The Lit Club meets this Saturday from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Pinellas County
I Like It Hot! Festival: Spice lovers will feel right at home at this fiery festival in Largo! The I Like It Hot! Festival celebrates all things picante as the largest spicy food show in Florida. Now in its 22nd year, the festival hosts spicy contests, live music, sauce and spice tastings, BBQ, food trucks, and live music. All this and more for FREE parking and admission!
The Market Marie: Small business owners are gathering in Downtown Clearwater to bring patrons a charming market experience. The Market Marie will feature over 80 vendors of all sorts, from artisans of jewelry and clothing to candle and soap makers. The downtown area is also a great place to find good food! From 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday, come find a little something for everyone with FREE admission and FREE parking!
Sarasota/Manatee Counties
Home Show: Seeking the perfect contractor to fit your home improvement project? Check out the Sarasota Bradenton Fall Home Show this weekend and move forward with confidence. The vendors at the show are ready to offer you a wide range of services and talk face-to-face about your vision for your home. The Home Show website is even offering FREE tickets when you fill out their online form!
Native American Film Festival: As a collaborative project between the world-renowned Sarasota Film Festival and the Boxser Diversity Initiative, the Sarasota Native American Film Festival is celebrating its third year! The festival showcases films that speak to the experiences of Native American peoples in America and hosts panels, educational seminars, and live Q&As. Cultural organizations such as the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum of Seminole culture and Native Reel Cinema Fest are also involved on the project.
Polk County
Repticon FIRE Expo: This reptile expo is red hot! Repticon FIRE, or Florida International Reptile Expo, of 2022 will be buzzing with all sorts of animal vendors, handlers, and experts this Saturday and Sunday. Owners of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, spiders, or other small exotic animals can find practically everything they may need, from cages to feeders. This is a can’t-miss event for anyone looking to learn more about these incredible creatures!
Open Air Market: Get your next great thrift find at Picker’s Paradise on Saturday! The wide array of craft and antique booths are sure to have something for everyone. The open-air market features some of the best local artisans and small business owners Haines City has to offer. Find good food, vintage records, art, handmade jewelry, and more, all for FREE entry!
Citrus County
Full Moon Night Paddle: Experience Florida’s rich natural ecosystem as you float down the Rainbow River in a kayak or paddleboard. At night under the full moon, the waters come alive illuminated by the underwater lights secured to your vessel. A short guided meditation from the instructor at Soulful SUP and Yoga will help you relieve your stress surrounded by the sounds of nature. Makes for a perfect date night activity for those with paddling experience!
Lee County
Food Truck Fest, Car Show, & RC Swap: Food trucks and hobby shows go together like peas in a pod. You can find both these and more at the Caloosa Trains and Hobbies Food Truck Fest this Saturday! From 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm join the R/C swap meet and race R/C cars on both indoor and outdoor tracks. Complete with live music and an arcade, this event is sure to be a blast for any newbie or pro R/C enthusiast.
Hernando County
Toy Train & Collectibles Convention: Purchase and play with all the model trains and crafts you could dream of at the Regal Railways Toy Train Show and Sale! This sale is the perfect place to look for that specific part or collectible that you haven’t been able to find anywhere else. For only $5 admission, bring the entire family of hobbyists out from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Hernando County Fairgrounds.
Charlotte County
Resin Art Class: Create a personalized piece of art using resin in a fun art class! Creative Resin-ations’ Bridgitte Miner will guide you every step of the way to creating your own resin masterpiece in an 8” x 10” glass frame. No two designs need to be alike, you may pick any theme you want, and you can bring special trinkets or other decorations to seal inside.
