Are you looking for the best things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend? You’re in luck because we have a list of amazing things to do and places to go! We have created a weekend guide that everyone will enjoy!
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Local Spotlight
The Joe Show
Have you heard the news? There’s a new morning show in Tampa Bay! 93.3 FLZ, Tampa’s #1 hit music channel, is welcoming The Joe Show.
Listen to Joe, Ashley, and Jed every weekday morning from 6AM-10AM. It’s the best way to spend your morning whether you’re driving to work, getting ready, or just enjoying a cup of coffee.
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🗓 MON – FRI | 6AM-10AM
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Happy 813 Day! To celebrate head over to Hyde Park Village for deals, happy hours, and music.
727 to 813’s grand music finale will feature South Tampa band Visit Neptune, of recent Gasparilla Music Festival lore, and one of the bay areas most renowned tastemakers, DJ Casper.
Don’t miss out on the fun!
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🗓 AUG 13 | 5PM–7PM
📍 Hyde Park Village
🎶 But oh, oh the summer nights 🎶
This weekend stay late at don’t miss out on staying late at Busch Gardens! The park will be extending its hours until 10PM.
🎶 Tell me more, tell me more 🎶
There’s a new laser and fireworks show to enjoy on the Festival Field! There will also be tasty, seasonal food like frozen cocktails, gourmet hot dogs, classic s’mores, mac n’ cheese, and so much more! It’s the best way to end your summer.
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🗓 AUG 14 – 16 | 10AM–10PM
📍 Busch Gardens
Who doesn’t love fishing? Now through September 30th, you can help reel in a cure for pediatric cancer with The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation.
Fishing Funds the Cure is a virtual fishing tournament that provides an opportunity for fishermen of all levels to use their passion to raise awareness and funding for our young warriors battling cancer.
It is only $25 to register and if you refer 5 people to register for the All American Fishing Tournament 2020, your entry fee will be refunded and you will participate for FREE!
We love going down Bayshore Boulevard to Ballast Point Park to fish!
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🗓 NOW – SEPT 30
If you’re looking to do something fun at home check out this virtual wine showcase! With the purchase of a ticket you get 6 bottles of wine sent to your home, a wine menu for notes, 6 stoppers for pouring, wine write-ups on all featured wine, and a complimentary Vaccuvin Wine Pump!
Once everything arrives all you have to do is log into your virtual wine showcase on a date you choose and learn about these and learn about these hand selected wines from your knowledgeable wine consultant, Christina!
Make sure to get your tickets before August 11 to ensure you get all your materials in time!
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🗓 AUG 19 | 6PM or 8PM
🗓 AUG 21 | 7PM
🗓 AUG 22 | 3PM
Staff Pick of the Week: Aubrey
More Things to Do in Tampa Bay
What's New
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium has expanded! They now have The Ruth and J.O. Stone Dolphin Complex that’s home to dolphins Winter, Hope, PJ, Nicholas, and Hemingway. With numerous floor to ceiling windows, guests have a whole new way to view and engage with these rescued residents. Book your visit today!
Our favorite sports teams are back! We can watch the Tampa Bay Rays and Tampa Bay Lightnings play again! Finally, we get to show our Tampa Bay pride by rooting on our home teams. If you want to see when the Rays are playing click here. If you’re more of a hockey fan, click here for the Lightning 2020 schedule.
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