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Busch Gardens - Sweetacular Celebration
2025-09-06 - 2025-10-26 | Busch Gardens, 10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
Celebrate Halloween with family friendly trick-or-treating during Busch Gardens’ Sweetacular Celebration event.
Saturdays & Sundays, Sept. 6 – Oct. 26, 2025
Visit the Beach Welcome Center to buy discounted tickets to Busch Gardens Tampa Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Closed on major federal holidays.

Rock the Rocks - 2nd Saturdays Music Festival & Market - September
2025-09-13 12:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | The Original Crabby Bill’s, 401 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL, 33785, United States
Get ready to Rock the Rocks on Indian Rocks Beach! Join us for live music, local vendors, and delicious food & drinks at the iconic Original Crabby Bill’s. FREE Admission. Bring your friends and family to enjoy:
🎵 Talented musicians performing all day
🛍️ Unique local vendors and artisans
🍔 Fresh seafood, mouthwatering eats, and refreshing drinks

This monthly festival is the perfect way to kick back, support local talent, and soak in those beach vibes. Whether you’re here for the tunes, the shopping, or the food, there’s something for everyone!

DK Farm & Gardens Sangria Festival
2025-09-26 - 2025-09-27 | DK Farms and Gardens, 1750 Lake Ave SE, Largo, 33770, United States
“Grapes, Goats & Good Times”
Come sip, savor, and play the day away at our first-ever Sangria Festival! Whether you’re here for the many fruity sangrias options, the local bites, or the chance to hang with our adorable goats, this is the ultimate weekend escape.
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FEARVILLE - DK Farm & Gardens
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-31 | DK Farms and Gardens, 1750 Lake Ave SE, Largo, 33770, United States
When the sun dips below the horizon, monsters and maniacs alike will take over this seemingly peaceful farmland, and torment those brave enough to enter.
Experience the dark atmosphere of Halloween with walk around characters, photo ops, amazing decorations and animatronics, best of the night: a full fledged haunted house attraction, A Trail & a Haunted Hayride in Pinellas / Largo. Friday and Saturday nights in October. 7:00 to 10:00pm.
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Taste of the Beaches
2025-10-04 - 2025-10-12 | FL
Experience Taste of the Beaches! Plan your own “taste tour” with friends and family and enjoy signature dishes from a variety of local restaurants. This will be a week-long event where customers can visit a variety of restaurants across Pinellas County.
Here’s how it works:
Step 1: Pick the tastes you would like to try from the restaurants
Step 2: Purchase your tickets (1 $10 Ticket = 1 Taste)
Step 3: Visit the restaurants from October 4th-12th
Step 4: Turn in your ticket at the restaurant to receive your Taste
Purchase online at: Taste of the Beaches
Portion of proceeds go to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay

Rock the Rocks - 2nd Saturdays Music Festival & Market - October
2025-10-11 12:00 - 22:00 | The Original Crabby Bill’s, 401 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL, 33785, United States

Clearwater Jazz Holiday
2025-10-16 00:00 - 2025-10-19 00:00 | Coachman Park, 301 Drew St, Clearwater, FL, United States
Back to our roots! Coachman Park!! Experience the celebration as we return to our roots with a special, familiar format in Coachman’s Park large green on the waterfront! This year’s 45th anniversary celebration also features a late afternoon/early evening pre-party with music on smaller stages. Open to the public at no charge.
For more information: www.ClearwaterJazzHoliday.com

Goin' Coastal & Cruisin' for a Cause
2025-10-18 11:00 - 21:00 | Coco’s Crush Bar IRB, 2405 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL, 33785, United States
Goin’ Coastal Golf Cart Rentals in Indian Rocks Beach is excited to announce that they will be having their 4th Annual Goin’ Coastal Golf Cart Rental “CRUIS’N FOR A CAUSE” golf cart poker run to benefit I.R.B Beach Community Food Pantry. Prizes for best 5 O’Clock Somewhere costume and golf cart decorations! Silent auction, raffles, drink specials, prize drawings and live music by Skid Rodeo!

Coco's Crush Crabfest 2025
2025-10-24 - 2025-10-26 | Coco’s Crush Bar IRB, 2405 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL, 33785, United States
The largest seafood fest on the beach is coming to the Rocks – Coco’s IRB Annual Crabfest!
Enjoy the freshest Stone Crab and more at discounted prices, live music all weekend long, sponsor tents, dunk booths, silent auctions, fun, games and more!
FREE General Admission
VIP Packages available for open bar, premium seating and valet parking.
For more information: www.CocosCrabFest.com

Owl-O-Ween
2025-10-24 17:30 - 21:00 | McGough Nature Park, 11901 146th St. N, Largo, FL, United States
McGough Nature Park | 11901 146th St. N, Largo | All ages can come enjoy the spooky nature trail, animal shows, candy and a scavenger hunt in the park. Cost is $5 a person. Kids 3 and younger are FREE. For more details call 727-518-3047

IRB Hallowfest
2025-10-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Kolb Park, 1508 Bay Palm Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach,, FL, 33785, United States
Indian Rocks Beach Hallowfest is a family-friendly Halloween event with games, crafts, costumes and spooky fun for all ages.

Crabby Bill's Annual Halloween Party
2025-10-25 19:00 - 23:30 | The Original Crabby Bill’s, 401 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL, 33785, United States
🧸🎃👻 17th Annual Halloween Party at The Original Crabby Bill’s – Twisted Toyland! 👻🎃🧸
Join us Saturday, October 25th at The Original Crabby Bill’s in Indian Rocks Beach for the most legendary Halloween bash on the beach — now in its 17th year! Nobody does Halloween like we do, and this year we’re diving into the creepy and chaotic world of Twisted Toyland! 🧸🪆🪀 🧸Think: Evil Rag Dolls, Possessed Teddy Bears, Cursed Clown Toys, Creepy Wind-Up Animals, Haunted Toy Chest!
Party kicks off at 7PM and goes until 11PM!
💀 Come dressed to distress — our Costume Contests will blow your mind:
🥇 1st Place: $500 CASH!
🥈 2nd Place: $250 Crabby Bill’s Gift Card
🥉 3rd Place: $100 Crabby Bill’s Gift Card
🎁 Plus, we’ll have raffles all night long and exclusive swag giveaways from our amazing partners!
👻🎤🎶Live Music by Flo-Raw from 7-11PM🎸🍬🕸️

Halloween on Central
2025-10-26 12:00 - 17:00 | Grand Central District, Central Ave, St. Petersburg, Florida
Halloween On Central features costume contests, trick-or-treating and more at the largest street festival in St. Pete! Transforming two business districts and 22 blocks of Central Avenue into a vibrant, family-friendly, car-free celebration, from Dr. MLK Jr. (9th) Street to 31st Street. Trick-or-treaters and other festival-goers will be able to rediscover their favorite local businesses and explore the community without having to worry about car traffic. Be sure to bring your four-legged friend – dressed for the occasion, of course, so they can compete in the dog costume contest. The best part is this event is free to all.

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Fall King of the Beach Kingfish Tournament
2025-11-06 08:00 - 2025-11-08 17:00 | Madeira Beach, 200 Rex Place, Madeira Beach, Florida
The Old Salt King of the Beach is one of the largest, richest and, certainly, most exciting king mackerel fishing tournaments in the United States. The 2025 Fall King of the Beach returns to our home base in Madeira Beach, FL after moving inland last year following a devastating hurricane season.

Tarpon Springs Seafood Festival
2025-11-07 - 2025-11-09 | Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks, 735 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
The event will take place along Spring Bayou and provide an ocean full of tasty choices to please everyone’s palate, including non-seafood items for land lubbers. This three-day outdoor Festival will showcase selected artisans, craftsmen, and unique vendors. They will show and sell nautical and food related art, crafts, fishing apparel, kitchen and cooking items, food samples and fun for the whole family, including a jump zone for the little fish. Free parking and shuttle service from Splash Park and Tarpon Towers! Free admission, pet and family-friendly.
https://spongedocks.net/event/tarpon-springs-seafood-festival/

SHINE Mural Festival - St. Pete
2025-11-07 - 2025-11-16 | Downtown St. Petersburg, Bayshore Drive, St. Petersburg, Florida
The SHINE Mural Festival celebrates its 11th Anniversary this Fall, with stunning large-scale murals and special events recognizing the transformative power of over a decade of public art. Join us in a community-wide event honoring the impact of mural art and artists in St. Pete.

Beach Waves Grill Annual Beach Bash
2025-11-08 11:00 - 21:00 | Beach Waves Grill, 2300 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL, 33785, United States
Beach Waves Grill’s Annual Beach Bash is back! After a crazy 2024 hurricane season that cancelled our fun and destroyed so much of our beautiful IRB community, we are ready to celebrate our community’s resilience and strength along with our 5th anniversary proudly serving Indian Rocks Beach locals and visitors alike. Come out to celebrate with us on Nov. 8, 2025 from 11am – 9pm and enjoy live music all-day with fresh seafood & drink specials. Stone Crab season will be in full swing and ready to eat! DJ D-Bo will be on stage spinning good old fashion vinyl that will get you moving from 11am – 3pm, followed by Trop Rock Junkies jamming out to tropical themed rock, beach, surf, and party favorites that will surely get you on the dance floor, and finally headlining our Beach Bash this year is Saltwater Crush from 6:30pm – 9pm, bringing high-energy, playing your favorite country, classic, rock, pop, and alternative songs. We want to thank everyone for their continued support over the years and many more to come. Come for the music and food, stay for the fun!

Rock the Rocks - 2nd Saturdays Music Festival & Market - November
2025-11-08 12:00 - 22:00 | The Original Crabby Bill’s, 401 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL, 33785, United States

A Magical Cirque Christmas
2025-11-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Ruth Eckerd Hall, McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater
In A Magical Cirque Christmas, the cast of world-class acrobats, contortionists, and aerialists will push the boundaries of imagination where gravity is defied and human potential knows no limits. The performers are supported by a captivating musical score that will tug at your heartstrings, elevate your spirit, and have you tapping your foot and singing along to hit Christmas songs in the ultimate variety extravaganza.
This festive show entertains audiences of all ages during an evening of spectacular feats, acrobatic antics, and magical performances complete with holiday hilarity and music. Attendees of all ages at A Magical Cirque Christmas will delight in the graceful, flexible, and hypnotic acrobatics, stunning gravity-defying performances, high-flying aerial artists, plus many more surprises!
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Suncoast Jazz Festival
2025-11-21 - 2025-11-23 | FL
This year’s annual event will be spread out across indoor venues at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort and Clearwater Beach. For tickets and more information visit www.SuncoastJazzFestival.com

St. Pete Country Fest
2025-11-21 - 2025-11-23 | Vinoy Park, St. Petersburg, Florida
St. Pete Country Fest kicks off an exciting new annual tradition, celebrating the best in country music along the stunning St. Petersburg waterfront. This milestone event highlights the community of fans, artists, and partners that have made the genre what it is today. The mission of St. Pete Country Fest is forward-thinking, giving fans a chance to immerse themselves in the future of country music while enjoying legendary talent in one of the most iconic venues in the country.
Over 3 days and across 3 stages, the festival will showcase top-tier talent while recognizing emerging artists through strategic billing placements, as well as shining a light on a regional showcase of up-and-coming acts. There will be a variety of local vendors, and activities for the whole family – all at some of the most affordable ticket prices nationwide.
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A Christmas Story, The Musical
2025-11-28 - 2025-11-30 | The Straz Center, 1010 N Macinnes Pl, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
From the songwriting team behind the smash hit Tony Award®-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen and the critically acclaimed films La La Land and The Greatest Showman, A Christmas Story, The Musical, brings the classic 1983 movie to hilarious life on stage! Set in 1940s Indiana, a young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle.

An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the distractions that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish. Nominated for three 2013 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, the Associated Press calls A Christmas Story, The Musical “a joyous Christmas miracle,” while The New York Times writes “I was dazzled. You’d have to have a Grinch-sized heart not to feel a smile spreading across your face.”
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Shopapalooza Festival
2025-11-29 10:00 - 2025-11-30 17:00 | Vinoy Park, St. Petersburg, Florida
Our local community festival is filled with local sounds, local tastes and 350+ local makers and small businesses! It’s an Epic Celebration; the biggest market of it’s kind in the Nation!
For more information: www.Shopapalooza.com

Sanding Ovations 2025 - Encore Weekend
2025-11-29 10:00 - 2025-11-30 18:00 | Treasure Island Beach, 11260 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL, 33706, United States
Did you miss the first weekend of Sanding Ovations? Don’t worry — the Encore Weekend is your second chance to experience the magic of The Gallery of Sand! Come stroll Treasure Island’s beachfront and marvel at the incredible sand sculptures created by world-class artists. The masterpieces remain on display for one more weekend, giving you extra time to enjoy this outSANDing event!
Website: SandingOvationsMasterscup.com

Indian Rocks Beach Tree Lighting
2025-12-05 19:00 - 21:00 | FL
The City of Indian Rocks Beach holds a tree lighting event each holiday season. The event is free and usually includes hot chocolate and holiday themed music. 12th Avenue Park – 7:00 p.m.

Indian Rocks Beach Christmas Street Parade
2025-12-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Kolb Park, 1508 Bay Palm Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach,, FL, 33785, United States
The City of Indian Rocks Beach hosts a city-wide Holiday Street Parade each year which includes local merchants, small floats and holiday music. The parade runs through the neighborhood streets of the City and Parade participants often throw candy, dog biscuits, ad specialties, and beads to the attendees along the parade route. Bring your lawn chairs, children, and your canine companions and enjoy the IRB Street Parade. – East Gulf Blvd ending at Kolb Park

Madeira Beach Christmas Boat Parade
2025-12-13 18:15 - 21:00 | FL
Join us for the 59th Annual Madeira Beach Festival of Lights Holiday Boat Parade. The parade begins at the American Legion Post 273 at 6:15pm, travels all the finger canals through the city and ends at John’s Pass. Ending at approximately 8:45.
Watch the Parade at ROC Park – Come and do some shopping at the Merry Market, enjoy live music and join the kickoff party on the seawall and watch the parade.

Indian Rocks Beach Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
2025-12-20 17:00 - 22:00 | Indian Rocks Beach Access, 1700 Gulf Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach, FL, 33785, United States
See a dazzling spectacle where festively decorated boats light up the Intracoastal Waterway, creating a magical holiday atmosphere for spectators along the shore.

Sunsets at Pier 60 Clearwater
2026-01-01 17:00 - 2026-12-31 20:00 | Pier 60, 7 Causeway Blvd., Clearwater Beach, FL, 33767, United States
The sunset celebration takes place at Pier 60 park in Clearwater Beach. This free family event features artisans, crafters, street performers and live musical entertainment, weather permitting.
SunsetsAtPier60.com

Downtown Dunedin Art Festival
2026-01-03 10:00 - 2026-01-04 17:00 | Downtown Dunedin, 271 Main Street, Dunedin, FL, 34698, United States
The Downtown Dunedin Art Festival is located along upscale Main Street in Dunedin, Florida. Dunedin is a subtropical coastal suburb of Tampa Bay, just a short drive from Tampa and north of Clearwater. The Downtown Dunedin Art Festival, revered fondly by artists as an annual favorite, provides the perfect blend of high-end geographic appeal and a great opportunity to participate in a high profit show.
For more information visit: www.DunedinCraftFestival.com
