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Downtown Tampa, Family Events

Glazer Children’s Museum to Reopen Wednesday With $7 Admission

As schools remain closed in the Tampa Bay area, families are most likely looking for a way to keep their children occupied in a cool, safe environment. The Glazer Children’s Museum will reopen their doors on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 10:00am and admission will be reduced to just $7 per person. All exhibits and activities will be open for children and their families to … Continue reading Glazer Children’s Museum to Reopen Wednesday With $7 Admission

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Downtown Tampa, Events For A Cause

“Tampa Strong Day” at the Florida Aquarium

It’s safe to say that this has been a stressful few days for the entire Tampa Bay area and the entire State of Florida as a whole. With many in our area still without power and schools and businesses still closed, Tampa Bay area residents are sure to be looking for a cool place where they can take their minds off of everything at least … Continue reading “Tampa Strong Day” at the Florida Aquarium

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Downtown Tampa, Family Events, Tampa Bay Fun

“Frozen On Ice” Tickets On Sale Now!

Else, Anna, Olaf and all of your favorite characters from Frozen will be coming to Tampa for “Frozen on Ice” running from September 29-October 1, 2017. If you and your family are obsessed with Frozen, then you won’t want to miss out on the upcoming “Frozen on Ice” Tour that will be running at Amalie Arena from September 29 until October 1, 2017. “Frozen on … Continue reading “Frozen On Ice” Tickets On Sale Now!

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Events For A Cause, Family Events, Run/5K

6th Annual Fall Stampede

The 6th Annual Fall Stampede sponsored by Chick-Fil-A is coming this September and you won’t want to miss out! The Fall Stampede is an annual event that feature a 5K and a 1-Mile Family Fun Run with all proceeds benefiting the Children’s Cancer Center; with hundreds of thousands of dollars being raised in the last few years. Families are encouraged to join in on the … Continue reading 6th Annual Fall Stampede

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Sporting Events, Tampa Bay Fun

Storm Will Host Gladiators in First Playoff Game Monday

The Tampa Bay Storm have had an impressive 2017 season so far and their postseason will begin this Monday Night as they host the Cleveland Gladiators in the first game of the playoffs. The Storm are the #2 Seed in the AFL Playoffs after a 10-4 record during the regular season. The Gladiators are the #3 Seed after finishing regular season play with a 5-9 record. The Storm … Continue reading Storm Will Host Gladiators in First Playoff Game Monday

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Family Events, Food and Beverage Event, FREE Events, Tampa Bay Fun

Hyde Park Village Snow Block Party!

If you are familiar with Snow Circle and Snow Avenue in Hyde Park Village, then you know that it has recently completed a huge transformation. There are new sidewalks, on-street parking availability, landscaping and additional renovations and new stores that make the Village even more appealing than ever! To celebrate the completion of this project, Hyde Park Village will be hosting a Block Party on … Continue reading Hyde Park Village Snow Block Party!

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FREE Events, Tampa Bay Fun

Nathan Sawaya’s “Art of the Brick” Will Have Your Imagination Running Wild!

Nathan Sawaya’s traveling art exhibit, the “Art of the Brick” is currently in residence in Downtown Tampa and definitely something that you’ll want to check out. If you aren’t familiar with Nathan Sawaya’s story, he is a former Corporate Attorney who turned his love of Lego building into a career. Sawaya’s exhibit “Art of the Brick” is the first to feature one of the world’s … Continue reading Nathan Sawaya’s “Art of the Brick” Will Have Your Imagination Running Wild!

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Downtown Tampa, Tampa Bay Fun

Hyde Park Village’s “Friday at the Fountain”

This Friday July, 7, 2017, “Friday at the Fountain” will once again be taking place at Hyde Park Village. Sponsored by Smith and Associates Real Estate, “Friday at  the Fountain” will take place from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Snow Circle Shops in the Village and will feature live entertainment, shaved ice and even a Bubble Performer and many specials at some of the local businesses. The FIRST 60 … Continue reading Hyde Park Village’s “Friday at the Fountain”

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Family Events, Tampa Bay Fun

Join the Florida Aquarium for 4th of July and Get A Great View of the Fireworks!

If you are looking for a great place to check out the Downtown Tampa Fireworks this 4th of July, then you might want to consider the Florida Aquarium. The Florida Aquarium’s newest addition, the Mosaic Center will be open which will allow guests to view the Fireworks from the balcony and rooftop deck. Cash bars will be on hand for guests to enjoy, if you prefer … Continue reading Join the Florida Aquarium for 4th of July and Get A Great View of the Fireworks!

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Downtown Tampa, Family Events, FREE Events

“Light Up Tampa Bay” 4th of July Extravaganza

Independence Day is next week, have you made plans yet? There is plenty to do here in Tampa Bay to help celebrate America’s Birthday! Downtown Tampa’s Annual Fireworks’ Extravaganza, “Light Up Tampa Bay” will once again be lighting up the skies of the surrounding Downtown Tampa area on Tuesday, July 4, 2017. The highlight of the event will take place at Channelside Bay Plaza beginning … Continue reading “Light Up Tampa Bay” 4th of July Extravaganza

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Food and Beverage Event, FREE Events, Tampa Bay Fun

Wear Flip-Flops….Get A FREE Smoothie This Friday!

This Friday, June 16, 2017 is National Flip-Flop Day and what better place to spend here in Florida where we get to wear Flip-Flops the majority of the year! In honor of this fun National Holiday, Tropical Smoothie Café is joining in and offering free smoothies to all of their customers. From 2:00pm-7:00pm on Friday, wear your favorite Flip-Flops and head to the nearest Tropical … Continue reading Wear Flip-Flops….Get A FREE Smoothie This Friday!

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