Following Hurricane Irma, electricity or not, we need to get out of the house and get back to doing things. And as much as this is important for us, and our mental well-being, it is important for the businesses and events we would normally frequent. Cheers to getting 'back-to-normal' as we think about and support our friends around the state who struggle to find necessities and services. Below you will find a donation drive and other fun Things to Do This Weekend in Tampa Bay.

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Things to Do in Tampa Bay, Friday, September 15th

IRMA Donations #CaringForTheKeys at Mac Dinton's 1:00 pm

The Florida Keys need your help!  They don't have power, running water, food, shelter, cell service, etc. Mac Dinton's South Howard will be collecting donation beginning at 1 pm on the 13th through Saturday, and flying relief supplies in on Sunday.  Here is what to bring:

  • canned and non-perishable food
  • bottled water
  • animal food and supplies (leashes, collars, etc.)
  • toiletry items (baby wipes especially, soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, and toothpaste, etc.)
  • small blankets
  • empty gas cans
  • disposable silverware and plates
  • trash bags
  • hand sanitizer
  • any other bottled beverages
  • clothes and towels

 

405 S Howard Ave, Tampa FL, 33606.

St. Pete Asian Lantern Fest - Free Admission 6:00 pm

Join Gulf to Bay Food Truck Association for Food, Fun and Live Entertainment as we host the ST PETE 1ST INAUGURAL ASIAN LANTERN FESTIVAL! This event is free to attend.

250 8th Ave SE, Saint Petersburg FL, 33701. Phone +1.727.893.POR

USF vs. Illinois 7:30 pm

Watch the USF Bulls take on the University of Illinois at Raymond James!

4201 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa FL, 33607. Phone (813) 350-6500

Side Splitters Comedy Club Times Vary

Sam Morril is also one of the best joke writers in the business, and we can't wait to hear his set this weekend. Appearing Friday to Sunday at Side Splitters  Sam won The Laughing Skull Comedy Festival in Atlanta and was named one of Comedy Central’s “Comics to Watch.” More recently, Sam has been seen on Comedy Central’s Adam Devine’s House Party, “Conan” on TBS three times, and is a regular on Fox News’ “Red Eye.” Also seen on Last Comic Standing, @Midnight, and Inside Amy Schumer, Sam recorded his debut album on Comedy Central Records, which went to #1 on iTunes and made numerous top 10 lists. He also released his very own half-hour Comedy Central special.

12938 North Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa FL Phone 813-960-1197

 

Things to Do in Tampa Bay, Saturday, September 16th

2017 Tampa Bay Lightning Fan Fest 8:30 am

The Tampa Bay Lightning will welcome fans back to the Amalie Arena in preparation for the upcoming 2017-18 season.

401 Channelside Dr, Tampa FL, 33602. Phone (813) 301-6500

Busch Gardens All-Weekend

This weekend is buy one get one free admission to Busch Gardens and Sea World for Florida Residents!. BOGO!

Busch Gardens, Tampa FL Phone 888-800-5447

FAMU Tampa Classic 6:00 pm

Watch FAMU take on Tennesse State in FAMU's Tampa Classic showdown, and enjoy an unforgettable halftime show!

4201 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa FL, 33607. Phone (813) 350-6500

Brad Paisley Tour 2017 7:00 pm

Weekend Warrior World Tour rolls into  MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre

4802 US Highway 301 North, Tampa FL, 33610.
 
Things to Do in Tampa Bay, Sunday, September 17th

Buccaneers vs. Bears 1:00 pm

See your Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the Chicago Bears at home in Week 2 of the regular season!

4201 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa FL, 33607. Phone (813) 350-6500

Ruth Eckerd Hall on the Road presents Sammy Hagar & The Circle CANCELLED

One of rock music's most dynamic and prolific artists, Sammy Hagar returns to Clearwater with his band The Circle featuring Michael Anthony, Jason Bonham and Vic Johnson for their Coachman Park debut!

301 Drew St., Clearwater FL, 33755. Phone 727-562-4800

 

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