lgbtq Events & Things to Do
Near Tampa
1 Million Cups Tampa 2024
at Entrepreneur Collaborative Center
Developed by the Kauffman Foundation, 1 Million Cups is a free national event designed to educate, engage, and connect entrepreneurs
Bistro Pop-Up Night at Sarasota Art Museum - Tammy Nguyen
at Sarasota Art Museum
Combine stunning art, delectable dishes and great company for a night to remember at the Sarasota Art Museum’s Pop-Up Night October 9 at 6:30pm! Starting with an optional gallery tour at 5:30pm, enjoy an immersive look into Timaeus and the Nations!
A Night in Rhône Wine Dinner
at Boulon Brasserie
Join us for a memorable wine dinner celebrating the heritage and innovation of Château Mont-Redon and Domaine de l'Oratoire Saint-Martin.
PlumpJack Collection Wine Dinner at Haven
at Haven
On Thursday, October 10th, we invite you to an exclusive 5-course wine dinner at Haven in Tampa, FL, featuring the celebrated wines of PlumpJack, Cade, and Odette Estates. Each winery is known for crafting luxury wines that reflect the unique character of
Hispanic Heritage Month Party with Zacapa
at The Tampa EDITION
Join us in a vibrant celebration on the roof at the Tampa EDITION, honoring the spirit of the Hispanic community.
JOURNEY ON THE JAB:WEEKEND MIXER
at THE CURRENT
Join us for a weekend of mixing, mingling, and journeying through the chats on weight loss and vibes at Journey on the JAB: WEEKEND MIXER!
SkyWatch : Shifting Seasons
at MOSI - Museum of Science & Industry
Chat with one of our expert astronomers as they bring the galaxy into view with telescopes set up from the ground level of our outdoor Science Park, all the way up to the top of the MOSI Dome. This event is $5 for the public and free to MOSI members.
Dishes & Wishes: A Taste of Tampa Bay
at The Gathering at Armature Works
“Dishes & Wishes: A Taste of Tampa Bay” features fabulous food from some of the area’s best restaurants, an open bar with specialty cocktails, auctions, and live music by The SugarSax and DJ Anthony Carollo.
DJ Hilary at The Tampa EDITION Rooftop
at The Tampa EDITION
Join us for DJ Hilary on the roof at The Tampa EDITION, the premier destination for panoramic views over downtown Tampa.
'Igniting the Flame' Domestic Violence Awareness 5K Run/Walk
at Al Lopez Park
"Igniting the Flame" represents Domestic Violence Awareness and we will always work to reduce domestic violence by educating our community.
2024 GTE Financial Family Motor Fest
at George Steinbrenner Field
Join GTE Financial from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Saturday October 12 at George Steinbrenner Field for Family Motor Fest a family-friendly festival to raise money for local student scholarships.
Skyline Sounds with Ken Apperson
at The Tampa EDITION
Join us for Skyline Sounds with Ken Apperson on the roof at The Tampa EDITION, the premier destination for panoramic views over downtown Tampa.
The Nightmare before Christmas Theme Sip N Paint party
at 1915 e bay largo
BYOB , DIY
On My Way to Kindergarten: Five 4 Five Fall Event 2024
at Mort Elementary, A Community Partnership School
Five 4 Five Fall Event We will cover the five learning domains in a fun trunk-or-treat style. Each car will have an activity and giveaway!
Embers of Desire: A Vintage Hollywood Murder Mystery
at Water Works Park
Lights, Camera, Murder! Experience “Embers of Desire: A Vintage Hollywood Murder Mystery” this fall at Water Works Park in Downtown Tampa. Step back to 1900s Hollywood with Aerial Dragons Studios for an evening of live fire, acrobatics, and intrigue.
Murder Mystery Dinner
at St. Clement's Episcopal Church
Immerse yourself in an interactive evening of mystery and fine dining. Mingle with the characters as they present the mystery. Bring your best sleuthing skills to solve it. Reserve your tickets, $50 per person, at 813-932-6204 or stclement@verizon.net.
Femmes & Follies: Things that go Bump in the Night!
at The RITZ Ybor
Get ready for a night of spooky fun with Femmes & Follies: Things that go Bump in the Night! Tampa's Largest Award-winning Burlesque Show.
GlowGa Halloween Edition- Glow in the Dark Yoga
at 723 W Columbus Dr
Let’s glow and flow in GlowGa. We'll flow under a combination of black lights and end the night with a lively DJ session. Halloween themed!
Chill Grooves with DJ Sammy Muto at The Tampa EDITION Rooftop
at The Tampa EDITION
Join us for Chill Grooves with DJ Sammy Muto on the roof at The Tampa EDITION, the premier destination for panoramic views over downtown Tampa.
Charm Rodeo Showdown
at Venue on 6th
Get ready for a wild ride at the Charm Rodeo Showdown - a thrilling event!
Sunday Brunch at Azure featuring DJ Mila
at The Tampa EDITION
Brunch never looked so good!
First Annual Shamrockin' Fall Festival
at O'Briens Irish Pub
Enjoy a dog costume contest, Trunk or Treat, bounce house, pumpkin patch, and special food. Free and fun for all ages – even your pup!
Spooky Mini Golf
at Plantation Palms Golf Club, Plantation Palms Boulevard, Land
Get ready for thrills and chills this October at Spooky Mini Golf! Our 18-hole mini golf will be transformed into a haunted playground!
National Dessert Day
at GrillSmith | Wiregrass
Celebrate National Dessert Day With $5 Chocolate Decadence or Key LimePie Slices All Day When You Redeem Using Your Fire Club App
Hyde Park Village Pumpkin Patch
at 744 S Village Cir
Tampa's cherished tradition returns: The Pumpkin Patch at Hyde Park Village supporting The Humane Society of Tampa Bay.
National Dessert Day
at GrillSmith - Carrollwood
Celebrate National Dessert Day With $5 Chocolate Decadence or Key Lime Pie Slices All Day When You Redeem Using Your Fire Club App
Magical Pumpkin Paint Party
at IHOP
Get ready to unleash your creativity and paint magical pumpkins with friends at our fun and festive paint party!
Swizzle X Punch Room Takeover at The Tampa EDITION
at The Tampa EDITION
Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery takes over Punch Room Tampa on Wednesday, October 16th with Founder, Danilo Božović, showcasing a selection of their signature cocktails.
Charity Pumpkin Patch at The Shops at Wiregrass
at The Shops at Wiregrass
Pumpkin Season is Here! Pick Your Perfect Gourd for a Great Cause! Join us all weekend long at The Shops at Wiregrass!
Nightmare on Vendor Street: Managing Third-Party Risks
at Coppertail Brewing Co.
Join us at Coppertail Brewery for a brief presentation, brewery tour, free drinks, & networking opportunities! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Powerstories Powerup (Popup Theatre) presents Jane: Abortion and the Underground
at Stageworks Theatre
“Jane: Abortion and the Underground” by Paula Kamen is a powerful, part-documentary staged reading that tells the story of the Jane Collective, an underground network that provided safe abortions in Chicago before Roe V Wade.
Marquee Night Out - Halloween Cocktails Mixology Tasting - Wesley Chapel
at Wesley Chapel - The Grove 16
Get ready for a fun night out at Marquee Night Out - Halloween, where you'll learn about and enjoy some killer drinks with friends!
Spooky Bingo Night
at SpookEasy Lounge
Get ready for a night of spooky fun and bingo madness with our Spooky Bingo Night - costumes, prizes, and scares await!
FEAR FRENZY
at The Orpheum
Get ready to feel true fear at FEAR FRENZY, taking place at The Orpheum Tampa Florida, on Friday October 18th 2024!
Upper Tampa Bay Oktoberfest / Beer Festival
at 11225 Race Track Rd
Join us for a fun-filled evening of beer, brats, non-stop games and Bavarian vibes at the Upper Tampa Bay Oktoberfest!
ARTober
at Seminole Garden Center
Welcome to ArtOBER, where autumn art vibes own the night. ArtOBER invites you to a cozy movie night under the stars, surrounded by vibrant colors and the magic of creativity!
Pumpkins & Purpose: A Prospective Member Event
at The Junior League of Tampa, Inc.
The Junior League of Tampa invites you to our first prospective member event of the 2024-2025 League year, Pumpkins & Purpose!
Boule After Dark: Havana Nights II
at Tampa Garden Club, Bayshore Boulevard, Tampa, FL, USA
Tampa Bay's premier night of wine, bourbon, cigars, and casino tables for charity - Boule After Dark: Havana Nights II!
Spooktacular Science - Members Only Halloween at MOSI
at MOSI - Museum of Science & Industry
Join us for a spine-tingling night of family-friendly fun at MOSI’s exclusive members-only Halloween event. Free and exclusive for MOSI members only. Not a MOSI member? Become one today! Or check out our 2024 Adult Halloween event: The Ghoulish Gala.
Halloween Trivia Party
at 472 Douglas Rd E
Goons and goblins, are you ready for a spooky good Halloween Trivia Party?! We'll provide the punch but, BYOB if you dare, & see you there!
The Best F**king Show
at The Commodore
A comedy variety show featuring standup, sketch, improv, live music, and more!
Salsa Sounds at The Tampa EDITION Rooftop
at The Tampa EDITION
Join us for Salsa Sounds on the roof at The Tampa EDITION, the premier destination for panoramic views over downtown Tampa.
Halloween GRAVE RAVE Pop Punk Emo Night TAMPA by PunkNites
at The Catacombs
Over 4 hrs of the Best Pop Punk Emo Music played LOUD with all the Punks, Emos, Scene Kids we can fit into Catacombs w DJ L & Zero Cool
A Post Punk, Deathrock, Noise Extravaganza!
at VFW Post 39
Get ready for a night of electrifying music at VFW Post 39 (2599 Central Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713) with our event "POST"! DJ Set from "Guilty By Design."
Florida Learning Garden - Fall Family Yoga
at Florida State Fairgrounds
Join us for a day of yoga, pumpkin picking, and connecting with nature this fall!
Halloween at International Plaza
at International Plaza and Bay Street
Celebrate Halloween at International Plaza and Bay Street. Complimentary pumpkin painting (one time slot per customer). Must RSVP to attend.
Coppertail Brewing Co. 10th Anniversary Concert
at Coppertail Brewing Co.
Join us on October 19 for our 10th Anniversary Party! It's a FREE, all-day, family-friendly celebration featuring live Friends, Music, Beer, and BBQ.
Howl On Howard | 4th Annual
at Pups Pub Sports Bar Dog Park & Doggy Daycare
Join us for a Trick Or Treat bar crawl & costume contest!
Pumpkin Patch Science
at Wesley Chapel District Park
Come join us for a fun and educational day at the Pumpkin Patch Science event. The Explorers will have hands-on experiments and activities.
2024 Tampa Pig Jig
at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park
Barbecue and music fans will gather on Tampa’s riverfront at Julian B. Lane Park on Saturday, October 19, for the 13th Annual Tampa Pig Jig!
Watermelon Swim Annual Fall Festival
at Watermelon Swim Lutz
It's Fall Y'all! Check out our Pumpkin Patch, Fall Festival, and more at our various locations around Tampa Bay.
H.E.R. Beauty Royal Princess Ball
at Tabellas at Delaney Creek
The princess ball is for little girls between the ages of 2-10 yrs old. Creating a magical experience for them to feel like real princesses!
Starkey Market's 3rd Annual Oktoberfest
at Starkey Market
Join us for a family-friendly Oktoberfest celebration happening on October 18th & 19th!
Gotham City Ball Halloween Party
at The Dance Den
Get ready to unleash your inner superhero or villain at the Gotham City Ball Halloween Party - it's going to be a night of epic proportions!
Halloween Party and Costume Contest!!!
at AER Apartments
Get ready for a spooktacular night of Halloween fun with our Costume Contest and Party - don't miss out on the frightful festivities!
Spooky Halloween Dance Party
at The Way 2 Dance
Get ready to boogie at our Spooky Halloween Dance Party - costumes, music, and fun await you on date!
It's Showtime—Halloween Party
at O'Briens Irish Pub
Join us for a wicked Halloween party from 8 PM to 2 AM! We’ve got a band, a DJ, eerie drink specials, and a costume contest.
LIV21 Presents: DVR3 POOL-O-WEEN
at 16438 Hutchison Rd
Let's finish off pool season with another highly anticipated DVR pool party! DVR3 will be even bigger and better! Halloween Edition!
Candy Crawl
at Water Works Park
Families will love our not so scary candy crawl where they can collect candy, treats, free entertainment, attractions, and more!
6th Annual Ford Taste of Latino Festival
at Centennial Park
6th Annual FORD Taste of Latino Festival W Top Latino Chef Contest & 2024 Top Latino Lideres Awards! Food, Art & Music Festival, PLUS TOP Latino Chef Contest AND TOP Florida Latino & Latina Lideres on: Sun, Oct 20th, @ Ybor City!
Wiener Dog Race & Wanna-Be Race at Tampa Bay Downs Oktoberfest
at Tampa Bay Downs
Come join the fun at Tampa Bay Downs Oktoberfest for the Wiener Dog Race and Wanna-Be Race - it's going to be a paw-some time!
Salsa Haus @Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen
at Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen
Just in time for Oktoberfest! RELPro brings you the Salsa Haus at the Yuengling Draft Haus & Brewery in Tampa, FL!
Scarlet Lotus Cabaret's Graveyard Cabaret
at SpookEasy Lounge
Tampa Bay's Favorite Comedy Cabaret at SpookEasy Lounge, curated by Rogue River and hosted by Alistair Graves
Bubba’s 33 Trunk Or Treat and Dine To Donate
at Bubba's 33
Trick or treat from trunk to trunk at Bubba’s 33 parking lot. Mention Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, to donate to the hospital.
Not So Spooky Costume Bash
at InnovaCare | Anglin Medical Center
Join Innovacare Health's Not So Spooky Costume Bash for seniors 60+! Enjoy Medicare 101, music, games, snacks, crafts, and a costume contest
Real Estate Success Summit
at The Tampa Club
Join us for an evening of networking and gain expert tips on marketing, branding, and legal strategies for real estate agents
Costumes & Cocktails for a Cause
at Hyde House Public Studio
Get ready to dress up, sip on delicious cocktails, and party with a purpose at our "Costumes & Cocktails for a Cause" event on October 23rd.
Spookeasy Karaoke
at SpookEasy Lounge
Get ready to sing your favorite spooky tunes in a chill and cozy atmosphere at our Spookeasy Karaoke night!
Tori Bar Takeover at Haven
at Haven
Tori Bar Takeover at Haven
Hallowellness Soiree (costume contest, snacks and cocktails, BIG deals on treatm
at New Tampa Wellness Clinic
Get ready for a spooktacular night of costumes, delicious snacks, killer cocktails, and amazing deals on treatments at our Hallowellness Soi