If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend (August 29-31), there's plenty of action happening around the Tampa Bay area.
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Things to do this Friday (8/29)
Live Music Night in Downtown Tampa
When: 6 p.m.
Where: 401 E. Jackson Street, Ste 101, Tampa
Cost: FREE
Info: Top Shelf Sports Lounge hosts live music every Friday featuring local artists.
Blink-182 Tour
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Midflorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4802 N US Highway 301, Tampa,
Cost: $49
Info: Go see a pop-punk revival with Mark, Tom and Travis
Ybor City Poetry Slam
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 811 East 7th Avenue, Tampa
Cost: $14
Info: 12 poets will go head-to-head in a three-round competition
Things to do this Saturday (8/30)
Gulfport GeckoFest
When: 10 a.m.
Where: 3101 Beach Blvd S, Gulfport
Cost: FREE
Info: The 25th annual GeckoFest is a full day of live music, jaw-dropping street performances, local art, and delicious eats.
Ice Cream Social at Color Me Mine
When: 10 a.m.
Where: 730 S Village Cir, Tampa
Cost: $15
Info: Paint pottery while having unlimited access to a build-your-own ice cream bar.
Fan Appreciation Night at Tampa Tarpoons
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: 1 Steinbrenner Dr, Tampa
Cost: $10
Info: Celebrate with a night full of giveaways, surprises and the final fireworks show of the year.
Free Family Day at the Tampa Museum of Art
When: 11 a.m.
Where: 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa
Cost: FREE
Info: Take part in artmaking, a scavenger hunt, and snacks to say farewell to summer.
Ybor City Saturday Market
When: 9 a.m.
Where: 1901 N 19th St, Tampa
Cost: Free to attend
Info: Shop for locally produced items in Tampa's Historic District.
Pittsburgh Riverhounds at Tampa Bay Rowdies
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Al Lang Stadium, 230 1st St SE, St Petersburg
Cost: $23
Info: Go watch the Tampa Bay Rowdies take on the Pittsburgh Riverhounds at Al Lang Stadium.
Latin Dance Class and Salsa Party
When: 6 p.m.
Where: 100 North Ashley Drive, Tampa
Cost: Donation
Info: A RELPro Dance class on the Tampa Riverwalk for all ages.
2nd Annual Taco Festival
When: 3 p.m.
Where: 2465 Drew St, Clearwater
Cost: Free entry
Info: Spend the day sampling tacos from local vendors and listening to live music
Things to do this Sunday (8/31)
Corey Ave Sunday Fresh Market
When: 10 a.m.
Where: 398-300 Corey Ave., St Pete Beach
Cost: FREE
Info: Around 100 vendors come to showcase fresh produce, jewelry, art and so much more.
Art Night and Jam Sesh
When: 6 p.m.
Where:1925 E 6th Ave, Tampa
Cost: FREE
Info: A café is turned into a cozy creative club: meet other crafters, work on an art project, or start a new craft.
Multiday events
Off Shore Music Festival
When: 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Where: St. Pete Pier, 800 2nd Ave NE, St Petersburg
Cost: Click here for ticket prices
Info: Taking place at Beach Park at the St. Pete Pier, this music festival promises waterfront views and an open-air music fest vibe.
Saigon Night Market x Yuengling: End of Summer Jam
When: Friday: 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday: 3 p.m.
Where: Yuengling, 11109 N 30th St, Tampa
Cost: FREE
Info: Saigon Night Market returns to the Yuengling Center for Labor Day Foodie Fest—a weekend packed with bold global flavors, live entertainment, and unforgettable vibes.
If you have any upcoming weekend events, send them to brian.mcbride@wfts.com for consideration.
