If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend (July 31-Aug. 2), there's plenty of action happening around the Tampa Bay area.
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Things to do this Friday (7/31)
Tobehonest at The RITZ Ybor
When: 10:30 p.m.
Where: The RITZ Ybor, 1503 E. 7th Ave., Tampa
Cost: Varies
Info: Check out an electronic music show in the heart of Ybor City.
Sunset Paddle Happy Hour with Urban Kai
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Urban Kai Tampa, 310 W. 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33602
Cost: $35
Info: Get out on the water for a sunset paddle along the Hillsborough River and take in views of the Tampa skyline.
Sunset Zip Line Adventure
When: Reserve a time
Where: Empower Adventures Tampa Bay, 423 Lafayette Blvd., Oldsmar, FL 34677
Cost: Tickets start at $84
Info: Go on a sunset zip line adventure featuring five zip lines, a suspension bridge and aerial challenges.
Things to do this Saturday (8/1)
Saturday Morning Market
When: Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Al Lang Stadium Parking Lot, 230 1st St. SE, St. Petersburg
Cost: Free
Info: Go shop local vendors, fresh produce, food trucks and handcrafted goods at one of the area’s most popular weekly markets.
Tampa Bay Home Show
When: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301, Tampa
Cost: Free admission (parking extra)
Info: Check out home improvement exhibits, remodeling ideas and local contractors.
Dude Perfect: Squad Games Tour
When: Saturday, 6 p.m.
Where: 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa
Cost: Ticket prices vary
Info: Go watch Dude Perfect’s Squad Games Tour, a live arena show built around trick shots and crazy challenges
Things to do this Sunday (8/2)
Hyde Park Village Fresh Market
When: Sunday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: 742 S. Village Circle, Tampa
Cost: Free
Info: Go browse dozens of local vendors selling produce, baked goods, handmade items and specialty foods while enjoying live music in Hyde Park Village.
Sunset Rodeo: One Year Anniversary
When: Sunday, 3 p.m.
Where: 302 S. Howard Ave., Tampa
Cost: Free to attend
Info: Go celebrate Sunset Rodeo's one-year anniversary with contests, free BBQ and live entertainment
Multi-day events
METROCON 2026
When: Friday through Sunday, Various Times
Where: Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St., Tampa
Cost: Varies
Info: Go to Florida’s largest anime, gaming and cosplay convention featuring celebrity guests, panels, artists and cosplay competitions.
AquaGlow at Adventure Island
When: Select nights through Aug. 8
Where: Adventure Island, 10001 McKinley Drive, Tampa
Cost: Included with park admission
Info: This nighttime event transforms Adventure Island into a neon-filled experience with lights, music and entertainment.
Keel Farms Summerfest
When: Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., through Aug. 2
Where: Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosassa Rd., Plant City,
Cost: Free
Info: Go enjoy the sunny weather with free water slides, bounce houses, food trucks and more.
Summer Nights at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Where: 10165 McKinley Drive, Tampa
COST: Included with park admission
INFO: Go enjoy extended park hours with fireworks on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
If you have any upcoming weekend events, send them to brian.mcbride@wfts.com for consideration.
