There's tons of things to do in Tampa for all types of weekenders! If you're looking for something spicy to do with the gals, or some sunshine shopping with the fam, we've got your list of the best things happening around Tampa town! Ladies, you definitely won't want to miss a chance to have a wild night at Whiskey North in Tampa with the Florida Thunder dudes. It's the perfect night-out to get blood flowing and drinks pouring with the gal pals! And if laughter is on your radar, you're in luck. Adam Sandler is rattling off jokes at Amalie Arena on Saturday! We can't speak on whether Billy Madison will be there or not, but apparently there is a special surprise guest, so who knows!
There are fun things to do in Tampa for the kiddos as well! Keel and Curley Winery in Plant City is hosting their first ever Watermelon Festival on Saturday and Sunday. There will be special release beverages for the adults and lots of summer fun for the youngins'! Whatever kind of fun you're looking to have this weekend, fear not, because there are plenty of things to do in Tampa that will keep your weekend filled with fun! Hurry, celebrate the weekend before Monday sneaks up on ya!
Bring a Date
YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET
The Ybor City Saturday Market is an great spot to pick up local veggies, flowers and crafts! There is something for every type of Saturday shopper, including fresh-baked breads, herbs & plants, fine cigars, fresh produce, unique gifts, jewelry, bath and body products, and so much more! Market is in Centennial Park in Ybor and goes from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Black Dress Social Tampa
The Tampa Business Club and Networking After Hours invites you to an epic night of networking at The Franklin Manor in Tampa! Meet accomplished business professionals in Tampa so you can make connections and build your brand! Meet tons of great people, pass out business cards and have a few drinks, all in the name of networking with fellow successful businessmen and women. Tickets start at just $20.
Intimate Girls Night Out with Florida Thunder
Ladies, this is your night! Whiskey North is giving you an intimate night (only 35 women allowed!) to get wild and have fun with some serious hunks! It's a Magic Mike night with the Florida Thunder you'll never forget. Unless, of course, you have one-too-many cosmos amongst the testosterone. This is a perfect bachelorette or birthday party idea to get your girls together for some serious fun!
Tampa Bay Pro Wrestling presents 'No Guts No Glory'
Bring the whole fam to the Big Top Flea Market to see some epic pro wrestling action! Some of the featured warriors include Danny Vincent, The Coda and Budd Heavy. Kids get in free with a paying adult.
Social Media Day Tampa Bay 2019
Social Media Day was established in 2010 as a way to recognize the digital revolution happening right before our eyes. The Tampa Bay community is establishing social experiences offline to strengthen those that are made online. Event is at Coppertail Brewing Co. and runs from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. There will be educational sessions and a happy hour for VIP ticket holders.
Party in Your PJs @IBG
Come pour up in your PJs! Rock your favorite sleeping suit and party at International Beer Garten in Lutz. DJ JBeats will be spinning all your favs while the IBG bartenders satisfy your liquid libations! There is no cover to this event!
Performance Events
Adam Sandler
Does this dude need any introduction? We all know he brings the goofiness! See Sandler at the Amalie Arena on Saturday. Tickets are on sale now! Obviously, don't bring the kiddos to this show. We don't want little 7-year-olds walking around repeating Sandler's jokes, do we?
Ekali – Spring Mini-Tour – Tampa, FL
EDM fans, don't miss this one! Friday night at The Ritz in Ybor is the perfect way to kick off the weekend shenanigans. Doors are at 10 p.m., so go grab dinner or drinks down the street at any of these awesome Ybor bars and restaurants.
Family Fun
2019 Tampa Bay Corgi Meetup Races
The huge event at Tampa Bay Downs draws hundreds of Corgis from around America for a fun day of short legs and high spirits. 72 corgis will race, derp, frap, trot and herd their way across the finish line, battling for the 2019 racing trophy. The Tampa Corgi Races will happen after the live horse-racing has been completed, probably around 6 p.m.
Toddler Time & GLOW
Get ready to GLOW at Toddler Time at Sky Zone Tampa! Black lights, bright colors and lots of glow-in-the-dark activities! It's the perfect activity for your little one to discover the joy of being active! Tickets are $12.99 per child, and include jump time for one parent.
Keel Farms Watermelon Festival
This family-friendly, two-day event will feature the first ever Keel Farms watermelons, wine and beer release, craft and food vendors, live entertainment, a kids' fun zone and more!
