

Ybor City
About Ybor City
Founded in 1886, Ybor City became known as the cigar capital of the world. The poplulation flourished with imigrants from Cuba, Spain, and Italy. Today Ybor City Historic District is the heart of Tampa's history and is filled with multi-cultural restaurants, bars and night clubs, specialy shops, art, music, architecture, and special events to celebrate Tampa's history. Two of the biggest events are the Guavaween Festival and the Gasparilla Knight Parade. There is trolley transportation to and from Downtown Tampa and Channelside. Also enjoy shopping at the many specialty shops along the streets as well as Centro Ybor which also has restaurants, Muvico movie theater & a few bars. Whether you are a history buff, looking for some relaxation, amazing food, or some excitement afterdark, Ybor City is definitely a place to visit in Tampa.
Ybor City nightlife includes some of the hottest college bars & night clubs in Tampa. You will also find everything to include techno dance clubs, outdoor patio bars, martini bars, entertainment venues, happy hour bars, live music jazz bars and much more. Restaurants in Ybor City Tampa range in everything from ethnic cuisine to small pizza shops. Dining in Ybor City is popular for the lunch crowd, tourists & late night dining. Although Ybor City in Tampa is mostly known to the locals for its great nightlife & dining, the neighborhood has much more to offer.
Ybor City has been a staple for the Tampa Bay community for so long and continues to do so. Be sure to check out the Ybor City History Museum along with several of the historical sites in the community. Venture out of the heart of Ybor and you'll be emersed in the soul of Ybor. The historic homes, cigar factory buildings and more will paint a picture of the past along with a glypse into the future of Ybor City and the region.
Ybor City News & Articles
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Events in Ybor City
Club Prana Presents Haven Tuesdays
at Club Prana
Join us for the launch of Haven Tuesdays, hosted by MACKIN N’ FLORIDA & special guests Rach The Maverick, Brianna Murphy, Haley Grable, Olivia Mullins, and Amanda Balling.
Club Prana Presents Haven Tuesdays
at Club Prana
Join us for the launch of Haven Tuesdays, hosted by MACKIN N’ FLORIDA & special guests Rach The Maverick, Brianna Murphy, Haley Grable, Olivia Mullins, and Amanda Balling.
HENNY&WAFFLES | TAMPA | SEPT 30 | THE RITZ YBOR
at Ritz Ybor
Join us for the latest installment of HENNY&WAFFLES TAMPA Edition! Come for brunch....stay to party!
Tampa Oktoberfest 2023
at Tampa
Get ready to raise your steins and indulge in the ultimate Oktoberfest experience at Tampa Oktoberfest 2023!
The Graveyard Cabaret at Spookeasy Lounge
at SpookEasy Lounge
The Graveyard Cabaret is Spookeasy's resident comedic Variety and Burlesque Show!
Friday The 13th Masquerade Ball
at 5557 South 78th Street, Tampa, FL, USA
Join us for a Grown & Sexy mysterious event! Dress in all black wearing your favorite masquerade mask. Dance & vibe to good music all night!
¡VIVA! Ybor Comes Alive
at Ybor City Museum State Park
Come celebrate Ybor City Museum Society’s 40th anniversary Ybor style. ¡VIVA! will bring to life the Golden Age of Ybor City with a 1920s costume-optional party. Enjoy the tastes and sounds of Tampa with a night full of music, games, food and more.

Femmes & Follies: Halloween Tricks & Treats Burlesque
at The RITZ Ybor
Tampa's award-winning + biggest burlesque company present their annual Halloween-themed burlesque showcase on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023.
Ybor Brewery Silent Party
at Big Storm Brewing Tap Room - Tampa
We're back in Ybor for another silent party!
Hotel No.7- A Haunting Burlesque and Variety Experience
at Showbar Ybor
Get ready for a spine-tingling night of seductive and thrilling performances at "Hotel No.7- A Haunting Burlesque and Variety Experience"
Twerk-O-Ween Halloween Bash
at Gene's & Legacy Lounge
Twerk-O-Ween Hallowed Bash. $100 best costume contest. $250 Twerk contest