Free Downtown Concert: Rock The Park
6:30-9:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6. 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
Brick Fan Event Tampa
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9. Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. Hwy 301 N., Tampa. Enjoy two days of family-friendly fun with displays from expert builders, hands-on activities like racing and mosaics, a STEM zone, Kids Zone, and a massive vendor area packed with rare LEGO finds. $20-$22. Parking $10 online or $12 on site. https://tinyurl.com/3689rsuv
Kids Entrepreneurship Market
Noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9. Armature Works West Lawn, 1910 N Ola Ave., Tampa. Celebrate Tampa’s brightest young entrepreneurs with a massive kids’ market, bounce houses, face painting, and local food trucks on the lawn. Admission is free for all families.
THURSDAY
Summer Nights
Hours vary. Aug. 6-9. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, 10165 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa. As the sun goes down, the party heats up. Cool off during the day with our dynamic ice show, Rhythm of Nature, as well as the iconic indoor performance, Icons. Stick around for nightly excitement at the Boom Box Dance Party in Stanleyville, and rock out with Beach Bash in Gwazi Plaza. https://tinyurl.com/3tu6997c
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
10-11:30 a.m. Aug. 6. 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. Aug. 6. 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. Aug. 6. 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.
Line Dancing Lessons
7-9 p.m. Aug. 6. 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: Carl Rimi
7:30 p.m. Aug. 6-7. Side Splitters Comedy Club at the Grove, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Carl Rimi is a seasoned stand-up comedian with a remarkable 28-year career, celebrated for his performances in comedy clubs nationwide and on cruise ships across the globe. He’s made his mark with appearances on Comedy Central, ABC, NBC, ABC Family, and Netflix. https://sidesplitterscomedy.com
FRIDAY
Senior Social
3 p.m. Aug. 7. B&B Theatres Wesley Chapel, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd. Join B&B Theatres every Friday for fun card games with the 50 and older community. Come alone or bring a few friends. Instruction available for all games. Free to play. Food and drinks available for purchase.
Sangria Night
5-10 p.m. Aug. 7. 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. Aug. 7. 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.
Cars at the Corner Car Show
6-9 p.m. Aug. 7. Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, 1948 Collier Parkway, Lutz. First Friday of every month. The open car show for muscle and specialty cars and trucks also features music, entertainment, and discounted meals for participating drivers. 813-468-0277.
SATURDAY
Oldsmar Flea Market
8 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 8-9. 180 N. Race Track Road, Oldsmar. The Oldsmar Flea Market is one of the largest markets on Florida’s West Coast, featuring hundreds of vendors selling furniture, local produce, gourmet food, antiques, modern and contemporary household items, clothing, electronics, jewelry, and much more. https://oldsmarfleamarket.com
Rise and Shine Car Meet-Up
9-11 a.m. Aug. 8. Parks Ford of Wesley Chapel, 28739 State Road 54. Calling all car enthusiasts, mark your calendars for an exciting event that promises a morning full of revving engines and good company. Participants displaying a vehicle are treated to free coffee and breakfast. Enjoy live music, meet fellow enthusiasts and admire a diverse range of vehicles. Every second Saturday of the month.
Ybor City Saturday Market
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 8. 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.
Carrollwood Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 8. Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa. The Carrollwood Market is held the second Saturday of each month. The market offers a variety of fresh produce, plants, farmed eggs and meats, baked goods, artisan products, lunch bites, local art, handcrafts, and more.
Downtown Saturday Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 8. Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, 4424 Friendly Way. Visit a vibrant outdoor market experience filled with gifts, baked goods, home decor, and your favorite local small businesses just in time for the holidays. Every first and third Saturday of the month.
Oldsmar Saturday Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 8. UTB Saturday Market, 101 State St. E., Oldsmar. Support local vendors while enjoying fresh produce, handmade crafts, and delicious food. Presented by the Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce.
Westchase Locale Market
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 8. Westchase Town Center Plaza, 9520-9644 W. Linebaugh Ave., Tampa. Come wander through a lineup of handcrafted jewelry, artisan treats, and one-of-a-kind goodies from talented local makers. Every second Saturday of each month. www.facebook.com/westchaselocalemarket
Early Voting
10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 8-15. New River Library, 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel. Qualified early voters can cast their ballot at New River Library during the early voting period. Visit pascovotes.gov to check your voter registration, polling schedules, resources and more.
SummerFest
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 8-9. Keel and Curley Winery, 5202 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City. Experience the ultimate SummerFest every Saturday and Sunday all summer long. Enjoy a full day of summer fun featuring free water slides, bounce houses, food-truck-style eats, refreshing drinks, and family-friendly fun. Bring your swimsuit, sunscreen, and your own towel.
Family Creative Corner
2-3 p.m. Aug. 8. 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.
Caribbean Night
7-11 p.m. Aug. 8. Krate at the Grove, 5862 Goldview Parkway, Wesley Chapel. Held each second Saturday of the month. Visit the Krate while DJ Q Spins the best Reggae, Soca, and calypso music.
The Music of Duke Ellington & Count Basie
7:30 p.m. Aug. 8. Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa. The Center will welcome the Paul Gavin Trio as they treat audiences to an evening of jazz featuring the music of legendary composers and band leaders Duke Ellington and Count Basie. $27-$32.
SUNDAY
Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 9. American Legion Post 111, 6918 N. Florida Ave., Tampa. this vibrant market features over 70 local vendors offering everything from fresh produce and artisanal goods to delicious food and unique handmade items. Enjoy live local music as you stroll through the market, which is both dog-friendly and family-friendly, with free parking available. Every second Sunday of the month. www.tampabaymarkets.com/seminole-heights-sunday-market
MONDAY
Donation Based Community Yoga
6-7:15 p.m. Aug. 10. 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.
TUESDAY
Bingo
5:30 p.m. Aug. 11. 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.
Tuesday Night Lights with Off Balance Run Club
6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 11. Armature Works Pier, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month, join Off Balance Run Club for a group 3-mile run starting and ending at Armature Works that travels along the Tampa Riverwalk. Take in the beautiful views and meet new people. All ages and experience levels are welcome.
Big Band Jam
7 p.m. Aug. 11. 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.
Cornhole Tournament
7-10 p.m. Aug. 11. Shops at Wiregrass on Piazza Avenue, Wesley Chapel. Every second Tuesday of the month, join the Wiregrass cornhole tournament. Players can come solo or with a partner for a chance to win prizes, as well as fuel up with bites and drinks nearby. $10. Register online or at 6:15 p.m. before the tournament starts.
WEDNESDAY
Senior Fitness Walk
10:30 a.m.-noon. Aug. 12. 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.
2nd Wednesday Monthly Night Markets
5:30-9:30 p.m. Aug. 12. The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel. Enjoy a warm evening strolling our monthly night market, including live music, food and treats, local makers, and family fun.
Al-Anon Family Groups (Families and Friends of Alcoholics)
7-8 p.m. Aug. 12. 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.
LOOKING AHEAD
813 Day
All day. Aug. 13. Hyde Park Village, 1602 W. Snow Ave., Tampa. Celebrate all things Tampa with 813 Day, a hometown tradition filled with live music, surprise moments, and exclusive offers from the businesses that make the Village community so special. https://hydeparkvillage.com/event/813-day
Downtown’s Backyard Market
Noon-4 p.m. Aug. 13. Tampa City Center’s Esplanade (Poe Plaza), 200 N. Franklin St., Tampa. This monthly market invites you to get down to earth as local businesses and vendors bring fresh produce and food to the heart of downtown. From petals to pastries, this is your chance to discover an abundance of local flavors in the city center. Every second Thursday of the month.
Monster Jam Freestyle Mania
Aug. 14-16. Benchmark International Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. Get ready for non-stop excitement as Tampa roars to life with gravity-defying stunts, heart-pounding races and plenty of big air. The world’s best Monster Jam drivers combine forces with fearless FMX riders in an eight-team lineup to wow the crowd with big air jumps, crazy tricks and unbelievable backflips. MonsterJam.com
Friday Moonlight Market
5-9 p.m. Aug. 14. 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.
The Gods of Comedy
8 p.m. Aug. 14-16, 21-23, 28-30. Carrollwood Players, 4333 Gunn Highway, Tampa. Daphne and Ralph are young classics professors who have just made a discovery that’s sure to turn them into academic superstars. But something goes disastrously wrong, and when Daphne cries out in a panic, “Save me, gods of ancient Greece!” she gets the surprise of her life when the gods actually appear. Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. $25-$28. https://carrollwoodplayers.org
Fear Circus
8:30 p.m. Aug. 14. Florida State Fairgrounds, Special Events Center, 4800 U.S. Highway 301 N., Tampa. Fear Circus is the Taconhy production house’s adult-only horror show. No safety net. No softening for the kids in the front row. Twisted clowns prowl the aisles. Aerialists drop from a blackened rig. A chainsaw revs in the dark and a spotlight catches whatever happens next. No one under 13 will be admitted. Children 13-17 must be accompanied by an adult. $30. Parking $10-$12. https://tinyurl.com/bdzkwjmj
Rides by the River
8-10 a.m. Aug. 15. Armature Works Pier, 1910 N Ola Ave., Tampa. Hundreds of Tampa Bays’ hottest and most exotic cars will be on display. Local dealers and automotive vendors will show off some of their latest vehicles and products. This event is open to the public and fun for all ages. This event is free to attend. There is a charge for parking in all lots surrounding Armature Works and downtown. If you wish to park in Lot 1 to show your vehicle, you must pre-purchase your ticket. www.armatureworks.com/all-events
Brew Run 5k
9-10:30 a.m. Aug. 15. Keel and Curley Winery, 5202 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City. Join an exciting event that features an awesome course paired with excellent local craft beer.
Fresh Market at Wiregrass
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 15. The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel. Held the first and third Saturday of the month. Featuring over 50 vendors located on Paseo Drive in the heart of the shopping center. Guests can expect to find a variety of locally grown produce and take-home foods. The market also features local artists showcasing their creative efforts and eco-friendly products.
Downtown Saturday Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 15. Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, 4424 Friendly Way. Visit a vibrant outdoor market experience filled with gifts, baked goods, home decor, and your favorite local small businesses just in time for the holidays. Every first and third Saturday of the month.
Fairgrounds Flea
Noon-6 p.m. Aug. 15. Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 N. U.S. Highway 301, Tampa. Shop curated 1990s and early 2000s styles, including rare finds, statement pieces, denim, and accessories from vendors across the region. This is all about unique, one-of-a-kind fashion you won’t find anywhere else. $12-$17. Parking $10-$12. https://tinyurl.com/2p3rcb8a
Nuggetcon Florida Books
4-10 p.m. Aug. 15. Keel and Curley Winery, 5202 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City. Celebrate books, authors, and the reading community at NuggetCon Florida Books. Meet bestselling and indie authors, shop books and bookish merchandise, author signings and photo opportunities, local vendors and small businesses, reader activities and giveaways. $31. https://tinyurl.com/4kyfnydt
The Market at Water Street Tampa
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 16. Water Street, 971 Water St., Tampa. Every third Sunday, start fresh with The Market at Water Street Tampa. Shop from 60-plus local food and wellness-focused vendors with an array of fresh, local, homemade, handcrafted, fair-trade, vintage or eco-friendly products.
Board Game Night
1-11 p.m. Aug. 16. The Tampa Bay Bridge Center, 114 W. 109th Ave., Tampa. The Tampa Gaming Guild invites the public out for weekly game nights on the first and third Sundays of the month, as well as every Wednesday and Friday evening from 5:30-11 p.m. Trial memberships give you access to regular gaming sessions up to 30 days free. tampagamingguild.org
New Tampa Women’s Prayer Connection Luncheon
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 18. Tampa Palms Golf and Country Club, 5811 Tampa Palms Blvd., Tampa. $30. Make your reservation by calling Diana Strickland at 813-833-4458.
Emergency Management Hurricane Preparedness Talk
6-7 p.m. Aug. 18. New River Branch, 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel. Plan ahead for a safe and healthy Hurricane Season. Join the host the Pasco Emergency Management specialists who will be presenting Hurricane Preparedness and Evacuation Planning.
Loomis Bros. Circus
7:30 p.m. Aug. 18-19. Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 N. U.S. Highway 301, Tampa. Audiences will be treated to an unforgettable experience filled with thrilling circus performances, aerial artistry, hilarious clown antics, and jaw-dropping acts that will captivate guests of all ages. Two shows will be available on Aug. 19: 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Admission is $30 for adults (ages 13 and over). Admission is free for children under and up to two children ages 2-12. Additional kids are $8 each. Parking $10-$12. https://tinyurl.com/3y9xx938