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.
Events in Ybor City
Shipwrecked Music Festival 2025 - Tampa, FL
at Tampa
Tampa Bay's Pirate & Music Festival on Gasparilla Weekend
Alpharilla: The Official Black Gasparilla Party
at 7th + Grove
The #1 Event of Gasparilla returns! Join the Tampa Alphas for Alpharilla: The Official Black Gasparilla Party at 7th + Grove in Ybor City!
Gasparilla After Party
at Italian Club of Tampa
Join us at the Italian Club as we host our first ever Gasparilla After Party with great music, delicious food, and full cash bar all night!
¡ SAMBA ! Gasparilla After Party @ Hotel Haya
at Hotel Haya
Merging sounds from Latin America, Africa, Caribbean, USA + everywhere in between for an all inclusive dance party! ¡ SAMBA !
Cindy Kaza
at Improv Comedy Theater
Get ready to see Cindy Kaza in Tampa at Tampa Improv Comedy Theater. Secure your tickets now to Cindy Kaza before this show sells out as this will be one of the biggest concerts all year long.
MGM Friends Charity Partners Casino Night - High Stakes for Heroes
at JC Newman Cigar Factory
Join Us in Supporting Our Veterans at our MGM Friends Charity Partners Casino Night
R&B ONLY LIVE - Tampa, FL (10 Year Anniversary)
at The RITZ Ybor
Sing, dance, and experience R&B music from past to present.
Don Bosco Festival
at 6400 E Chelsea St
Get ready for a fun-filled celebration honoring Don Bosco with games, music, food, and more at our Don Bosco Festival!
Annual Grand Tasting Event and Party!
at Chateau Cellars Ybor
Taste over 50 fine wines while nibbling on artisanal cheese and charcuterie and apps. Don't miss our biggest event of the year!
Scary Kids Scaring Kids
at The Orpheum
Scary Kids Scaring Kids performs live at The Orpheum Tampa Florida, on Sunday February 2nd 2025!