Florida Seafood & Caribbean Music Festival
2-10 p.m. Saturday, May 23. Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa. Indulge in a variety of mouthwatering seafood dishes while enjoying the vibrant rhythms of Caribbean music. Join us for a memorable day filled with good food, great music, and even better vibes. Lawn chairs and coolers welcome. Free crawfish and rum punch. $46. https://posh.vip/e/florida-seafood-caribbean-music-festival
The Great American Block Party
3-9 p.m. Saturday, May 23. Shops at Wiregrass Center Court, 28211 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel. Celebrate a milestone moment in American history at Celebrating America 250, a day filled with music, fun, and community spirit for all ages. The event takes place in Center Court and throughout the mall. Enjoy family-friendly activities and games, live music, antique and vintage car shows, and more.
Memorial Day Observance
10 a.m. Sunday, May 24. Veterans Memorial Park, 3602 N. U.S. Hwy. 301, Tampa. In addition to the annual “Garden of Gold” flag installation depicting the faces and service branches of local Gold Star Family members, the event will include remembrances of fallen heroes from Operation Epic Fury.
THURSDAY
Carrollwood Strummers
Noon-1:30 p.m. May 21. The Studio, Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa. The New Horizons Ukulele Group meets weekly through May 28. The group will break for summer and return Sept. 3. All skill levels are welcome. Look for the green building behind the main building. Access parking from Casey Road. candyotte@aol.com
Third Thursday Tampa
6-10 p.m. May 21. Grand Central at Kennedy, 1120 E. Kennedy Blvd., Unit 208, Tampa. Since 2012, every third Thursday features live music, cocktails and food trucks on Madison Street at Grand Central at Kennedy in the center of the Channel District of downtown Tampa.
Line Dancing Lessons
7-9 p.m. May 21. Keel and Curley Winery, 5202 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City. Grab your boots and join Keel and Curley Winery every Thursday for free line dancing lessons on the Patio at Keel Farms. Come early and enjoy a delicious dinner from our farm-fresh menu before heading outside to dance the night away under the stars.
Side Splitters Comedy Club presents: Sean Finnerty
7:30 p.m. May 21-23. Side Splitters Comedy Club at the Grove, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. After 21 years of growing up in Longford, Ireland, Sean Finnerty decided to move stateside where a series of mature decisions that he failed to make led him to stand-up comedy. He became the first ever Irish comedian to perform on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon (2019) and has appeared in several famous venues. https://sidesplitterscomedy.com
FRIDAY
Senior Health Fair
11 a.m.-1 p.m. May 22. Heritage Park Clubhouse, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes. Hear from representatives of medical, insurance, legal, county and city services. Free admittance but registration is required by visiting https://tinyurl.com/pmbb7t6m
Senior Social
3 p.m. May 22. B&B Theatres Wesley Chapel, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd. Join B&B Theatres every Friday for fun card games with our 50+ community. Come alone or bring a few friends. Instruction available for all games. Free to play. Food and drinks available for purchase.
Friday Moonlight Market
5-9 p.m. May 22. The Hub at Bexley, 16954 Focus Loop, Land O’ Lakes. Every 2nd and 4th Friday. This is a kid-friendly and pet-friendly event that promises something special for everyone. Don’t miss out on this festive, community-filled evening. Enjoy live music, grab some delicious grub, and explore a variety of vendors offering everything from jewelry and soaps to pastries and unique decorations.
Lady Windermere’s Fan
8 p.m. Friday-Sunday, May 22-24. Carrollwood Players, 4333 Gunn Highway, Tampa. Set in the Victorian world of London’s high society, this timeless Oscar Wilde farce explores the complexities of love, trust, and social expectations and captivates with its sharp dialogue, intriguing characters, and unexpected twists. $20. https://tinyurl.com/cbj8eh6w
M*A*S*H
8-10 p.m. May 22-24. Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa. M*A*S*H stands for Mobile Army Surgical Hospital, and joining it are two unpredictable madcaps, Hawkeye and Duke. It’s all here, including a little romance mixed in with dramatic moments and a genuine love of life. $30 members, $35 nonmembers. https://carrollwoodcenter.org/events
SATURDAY
Ybor City Saturday Market
9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 23. Centennial Park, 1800 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa. One of the most popular shopping destinations for locally produced items unique to the Tampa Bay area. Find great produce at great prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath & body products, candles & so much more.
Oldsmar Saturday Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 23. City Hall - East Lot, 100 State St. W., Oldsmar. Support local vendors while enjoying fresh produce, handmade crafts, and delicious food. Presented by the Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce.
Sunshine Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 23. Midtown Tampa, 3650 Midtown Drive, Tampa. This vibrant community market offers an exciting variety of fresh produce, artisan goods, delicious foods, and unique finds from an incredible array of local makers. Live music kicks off at 10 a.m. sharp on the green, bringing even more energy to this dog-friendly and family-friendly popular market. Every fourth Saturday of the month.
Color My World Art Show
10 a.m.-3 p.m. May 23. Westchase Town Center, 9540 W. Linebaugh Ave. Explore a vibrant day filled with art, creativity, and community. Free watercolor painting experience for all ages. Let your kids explore their creativity with a hands-on watercolor activity, no experience needed, just come ready to have fun.
America’s 250th Celebration
11 a.m.-noon. May 23. Hugh Embry Branch, 14215 Fourth St., Dade City. Join the city of Dade City, Daughters of the American Revolution and Hugh Embry for a story time presentation celebrating 250 years of America. For more information, please call 352-567-3576.
Kia For A Cause
11 a.m.-1 p.m. May 23. Kia of Wesley Chapel, 28555 State Road 54. Kia of Wesley Chapel is teaming up with The RAP House to make a real difference for local kids in crisis. Kia is collecting gift cards and gently used athletic shoes to help support youth who are experiencing homelessness, have run away, or are in immediate need of safe placement. Stop by, make a difference, and win great prizes, like jewelry and restaurant gift cards, a paddle board and music T-shirts. You can even grab a hot dog. https://tinyurl.com/35xzjwhv
Memorial Weekend Pool Party
Noon-5 p.m. May 23. Saddlebrook Resort, 5700 Saddlebrook Way, Wesley Chapel. Kick off Memorial Weekend at Saddlebrook’s Super Pool with an energetic daytime pool party featuring live music and a vibrant summer atmosphere. Lounge poolside, soak up the Florida sunshine, and enjoy a lively social setting perfect for friends, families, and holiday weekend gatherings. $35 children, $50 adults. https://tinyurl.com/zh6b3pcb
Family Creative Corner
2-3 p.m. May 23. Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway. Join the library every Saturday for a family activity. This program is for all ages. Children under 14 must be accompanied by a caregiver age 18 or older. The Saturday programs each month will be as follows: First Saturday: puzzle party; Second Saturday: Color Me Calm; Third Saturday: building with Legos 4; Fourth Saturday: game day.
Plantae Palooza
5-9 p.m. May 23. Keel and Curley Winery, 5202 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City. Explore all things plants with local vendors, shop unique goodies, and support your favorite small businesses.
SUNDAY
Harvest Market
11 a.m.-3 p.m. May 24. The Grove at Wesley Chapel, 6105 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Second and fourth Sunday Harvest Market hosts 60-plus vendors, artists, artisans, makers, crafters, and more. Free. www.facebook.com/flpenguinmarkets
New Tampa Unplugged
3-5 p.m. May 24. New Tampa Performing Arts Center, 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa. Shankh & Friends blends ancient Indian traditions with modern global grooves, creating a vibrant, ever-evolving soundscape of hypnotic rhythms, bold improvisation, and cross‑cultural magic. $17.50-$25. https://tinyurl.com/bdfz3ad4
MONDAY
Free Meal for Veterans
11 a.m.-noon. May 25. Riveters Restaurant, 2301 N Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa. Veterans, including those from Liberty Manor, are invited to a delectable food experience at the infamous Riveters Restaurant.
Donation Based Community Yoga
6-7:15 p.m. May 25. Lotus Pond Center for Yoga and Health, 6201 Lynn Road, Tampa. Learn yoga techniques that help reduce stress. Donations appreciated but not required to attend. Classes offered each Monday.
Republican Club of Central Pasco
6:30 p.m. May 25. Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Doors open at 6 p.m. for refreshments with the meeting to follow. Meets every fourth Monday of the month. 813-817-3011.
TUESDAY
Bingo
5:30 p.m. May 26. John Nelson Memorial Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 29, 4300 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes. Every Tuesday, evening early bird game starts at 5:30 p.m. and the regular session begins at 6 p.m. The snack bar provides food and drinks for purchase. 727-992-1499.
Big Band Jam
7 p.m. May 26. Concordia Village Tampa, 4100 E. Fletcher Ave. Come out and enjoy music performed by a 17-piece big band every Tuesday in the senior ballroom. Free and open to the public.
Music Bingo in the Courtyard
7-9 p.m. May 26. Armature Works Courtyard, 1910 N Ola Ave., Tampa. Test your knowledge with music knowledge with Music Bingo in the Courtyard. Reserve your spot in advance. https://tinyurl.com/4397nvse
WEDNESDAY
Senior Fitness Walk
10:30 a.m.-noon. May 27. Citrus Park Town Center Mall, 8021 Citrus Park Town Center, Tampa. Free and fun Senior Fitness Walk every Wednesday morning. Meet at the mall entrance to Dick’s Sporting Goods. 813-494-6376.
Al-Anon Family Groups (Families and Friends of Alcoholics)
7-8 p.m. May 27. Hillsborough United Methodist Church, 9008 Harney Road, Temple Terrace. Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. The group meets each Wednesday.
Game Night at the Grove
7:30 p.m. May 27. B&B Theatres, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Game nights alternate between trivia and bingo each week. This week’s theme is Country Music Bingo. Free to play, no reservations required.
Movie on the Lawn: Grown Ups
8 p.m. May 27. Armature Works South Lawn, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa. Families and friends of all ages are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets for this free outdoor screening. VIP seating available with ticket purchase starting at $10. VIP doors open at 7 p.m. Come early to grab a snack at one of the food trucks or inside the Heights Public Market. Outside food, beverage, and coolers are prohibited. Seating is first-come, first-serve and early arrival is suggested. atureworks.com/calendar
LOOKING AHEAD
Community Job Fair
11 a.m.-2 p.m. May 28. Carmel Friendship Church, 30081 Wells Road, Wesley Chapel. Free one-on-one job coaching sessions are available to participants to review resumes, and additional services will be available onsite. Job openings are available across various industries. Participating employers include Florida Department of Corrections-Hernando Correctional Institution, Kane’s Furniture, Publix, Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA and more. Register at BetterTogetherUS.org/CarmelFriendship or by texting “JOBS” to 844-987-3949.
Movie Screening: Galaxy Quest
3:30-5:30 p.m. May 29. Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library, 13619 N. 22nd St., Tampa. The alumni cast of a space opera television series must play their roles as the real thing when an alien race needs their help. However, they also must defend both Earth and the alien race from a reptilian warlord. Rated PG. Recommended for adults. Register for a seat https://attend.hcplc.org/event/15673112
Laser Light Show: Taylor Swift/Michael Jackson
6:30 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. May 29. MOSI, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. Step inside America’s second-largest planetarium and experience vivid laser visuals, dynamic music, and dazzling special effects. Before the lasers hit the dome, our astronomer will guide you through a live star show, taking you on a journey into the night sky. All laser shows contain a sequence of flashing lights. $10-$13. https://mosi.org/event/laser-light-shows
Tampa Metropolitan Improv
7-9 p.m. May 29. Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa. Come for a riotously good time, and perhaps even play along with short-form improv games using suggestions from the audience. No two TMI shows are alike, with a PG-13 rating to the function that most family members can enjoy. Free for members, non-members $5. https://tinyurl.com/yck6kem
Fourth Saturday Gathering
8 a.m.-5 p.m. May 30. Kohl’s, 3979 Van Dyke Road, Lutz. A monthly gathering at the Kohl’s parking lot. Informal and free, at the Northgate Square plaza. Shopping, restaurants, Publix and a gas station. Get out of the house and hang out a while with local car enthusiasts. Projects welcome.
Rides & Coffee
9-11 a.m. May 30. Detail Garage Tampa, 5721 E Fowler Ave., Temple Terrace. Every month on the last Saturday. Hosted by Detail Garage Tampa, the auto detailing supplies superstore which offers Chemical Guys Products. Coffee, doughnuts, sales, raffles, music, giveaways, cool cars, and cool people. 813-914-0222.
Sunshine Sunday
8-10 a.m. May 31. Glazer Children’s Museum, 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. Sunshine Sunday is a special monthly event on the last Sunday of the month for children with special needs and their caregivers. Come explore the museum with lights and sounds turned down and sensory-adapted tools, special programs, and community resources at your fingertips. $5 for nonmembers, free for members.
Land O’ Lakes Photography Club
7 p.m. June 2. Zoom. The Land O’ Lakes Photography Club meets the first Tuesday of the month via Zoom. Those with an interest in photography may attend a first meeting by contacting Lillian Cucuzza at LandOLakesPhotoClub@gmail.com for a link to meeting and further information.
Mayor’s Food Truck Fiesta
11 a.m.-2 p.m. June 3. Lykes Gaslight Square Park, 241-263 E Madison St., Tampa. Featuring tasty treats from a variety of local vendors, the Mayor’s Food Truck Fiesta occurs the first Wednesday of every month.
Game Night at the Grove
7:30 p.m. June 3. B&B Theatres, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Game nights alternate between trivia and bingo each week. This week’s theme is Friends TV show Trivia. Free to play, no reservations required.
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
10-11:30 a.m. June 4. Land O’ Lakes Branch, 2818 Collier Parkway. A trained support group facilitator from the Alzheimer’s Association will be leading this monthly support group for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s.
GRAND Group
5-6:30 p.m. June 4. Elise Logan Memorial Park, 15830 Greenglen Lane, Shady Hills. A monthly support group for grandparents navigating the journey of raising grandchildren. First Thursday of each month. Guest speakers to help with parenting grandchildren. Sharing of resources for grandparents. Meet and connect with other grands. 352-521-1254.
Sunset Market
6-10 p.m. June 4. Midtown Tampa, 3650 Midtown Drive, Tampa. End your day with live music, cocktails and over 40 local vendors including artists, jewelry, and makers from the Bay Area. The Sunset Market occurs on the first Thursday of each month.
Free Downtown Concert: Rock The Park
6:30-9:45 p.m. June 4. Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa. For 15 years, the Tampa Downtown Partnership has produced a free monthly music series showcasing musical talents of all genres. The concert will also have local food trucks to purchase from. www.facebook.com/RockThePark
Gospel Music Workshop
7-9:30 p.m. June 4-6. Disciples of Christ Christian Fellowship, 11116 Rhodine Road, Riverview. Join the Second Annual Music Workshop featuring top industry leaders showcasing powerful teaching and unforgettable worship. Guests include recording artists Kevin Styles, Professor James Hall, Nikki Ervin, David Walker, and Robin Covington of Ricky Dillard’s New Generation Chorale. Open to choirs, musicians, and pastors. Concludes with a free concert at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. 863-838-9881.
Sangria Night
5-10 p.m. June 5. Keel Farms, 5202 W. Thonotosassa Road, Plant City. The first Friday of each month, enjoy an evening filled with Latin music, dancing, and handcrafted sangria flights. First come, first serve with free parking and free admission. www.keelfarms.com
The Market Elaine
5:30-9:30 p.m. June 5. The Grove at Wesley Chapel, 6013 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Come experience a vibrant atmosphere filled with more than 150 vendors, live entertainment and activities for all ages. Held the first Friday of each month.
Rent
8 p.m. June 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 26-27. Carrollwood Players, 4333 Gunn Highway, Tampa. Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon. with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages. Matinees at 2 p.m. $28-$31. https://carrollwoodplayers.org