What’s happening in Tampa Bay? October 4, 2019

Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits
When: October 12th-13th, 19th-20th
Where: Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Info: Expect the Unexpected! This is Shakespeare like you have never seen before. Enjoy scenes from Shakespeare’s most well-known works, such as Henry V, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor, As You Like It, and more!

These Greatest Hits are presented with a twist – modern costuming, iconic music and a great local cast. Experience music from The Doors, Queen, Mozart, Sinead O’Connor, ABBA and more as well as fascinating costumes from multiple eras.

Be sure to see both weekends’ unique shows!

“Slings and Arrows”
SAT, OCT. 12 • 7:00 PM | SUN, OCT. 13 • 2:00 PM

“Fits and Starts”
SAT, OCT. 19 • 7:00 PM | SUN, OCT. 20 • 2:00 PM

Directed by Dee O’Brien

Achieva Box Car Rally
When: Oct. 5, 2019
Where: Cleveland St & Osceola Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756
Info: Get ready to roll for a good cause! Come celebrate Achieva Credit Union’s 10th annual Box Car Rally in downtown Clearwater on October 5. Join 2,500 spectators for one of the biggest community events, which features nearly 300 races with box cars made out of anything from surfboards to filing cabinets, as well as sleek All-American Soap Box Derby style cars. Beyond the race track, the event has even more fun for the whole family to enjoy including food trucks, vendors, and a Kids Zone with balloon artists and face painting.

The best part of all – the entire event raises money to provide classroom grants for local schools! Join the Box Car Rally movement and build a car or come cheer the races on. Either way, you’re guaranteed a day of memories to last a lifetime!

Awaken the Senses: Art/Beer/Cigars
When: Oct. 5, 2019
Where: 1133 Baum Ave N., St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Info: Awaken your senses at Green Bench Brewing with this special event presented by Studio Encanto! The evening includes cigar inspired paintings by internationally collected artist, Edin Gutierrez, accompanied by local cigars provided by Fusion Cigar Lounge and Green Bench beer pairings. Admission is free and open to the public. The event begins at 5 p.m.

Celebrate Oldsmar!
When: Oct. 5, 2019
Daily
Where: 107 Shore Drive West, Oldsmar, FL 34677
Info: Join the City of Oldsmar on October 5 for live music, carnival rides, games, food, beer and wine, and more fun for the whole family. The fun kicks off on Saturday from 12:30 – 9 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family and friends!

Shannons Walk for ACC CURE
When: Oct. 5, 2019
Where: 1400 N Shore Dr NE., St. Petersburg, FL 33704
Info: Walk for a cause during Shannon’s Walk for ACC Cure, Saturday October 5, 2019 at 10:00 a.m., Flora Wiley Park, located among St. Petersburg’s beautiful downtown waterfront. After the walk celebrate her life and the lives of all those affected with a family fun party at 3 Daughters Brewing complete with a live DJ, raffles, and silent auctions.

Registration is $40. For additional information please visit shannonswalk.com and contact Emerald Cromwell at emerald@shannonswalk.com. All proceeds from this event benefit Moffitt Cancer Center and are dedicated to the advancement of treatment, awareness, and necessary research needed to understand the growing number of adrenal cancer cases affecting our community.

Hops for Hospice
When: Oct. 5, 2019
Where: 601 N Old Coachman Rd., Clearwater, FL 33765
Info: With over 100 beers to sample, there’s no better way to spend an afternoon supporting Empath Health and the Suncoast Hospice Foundation. This beer tasting event is from 4-8pm at Spectrum Field and all proceeds benefit Hospice. Tickets are $25 in advance, and $30 the day of the event. Tickets can be purchased at the BayCare Box Office at Spectrum Field, online at www.HopsforHospice.com, or by phone (727) 467-4457. Attendees must be at least 21 years old (bring photo ID).

Come Out St. Pete Parade & Festival
When: Oct. 5, 2019
Where: 2529 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL 33713
Info: Come out to St. Pete for a day celebrating pride, inclusion, equality and most importantly, LOVE! Head to the Grand Central District to watch a vibrant parade take the streets from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. The parade will begin at approximately 20th St. and head west on Central Ave. Stay after for the Come Out St. Pete Festival – on Central Ave between 22nd and 31st St. Shop a market featuring local businesses, artists and makers, and enjoy live entertainment! Visit ComeOutStPete.com for the full lineup of events.

Galley Oktoberfest
When: Now – Oct. 13, 2019
Where: 27 4th St N., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Info: Galley up with your dirndls & lederhosen for The Galley’s two week Oktoberfest celebration! German Bier & food specials, live music, pretzels & polka! Don’t miss the Sam Adams stein hoist tournament with big prizes! Happening Saturday September 27 through October 12.

German American Society Oktoberfest
When: Oct. 4, 2019 – Oct. 19, 2019
Where: 8098 66th St N., Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Info: Tampa Bay’s most authentic German Oktoberfest is happening in Pinellas Park on three weekends throughout October – Oct. 4 & 5, Oct. 11 & 12, and Oct. 18 & 19. Don’t miss German beer, food, vendors, dancers, music, and bands, Parade of Flags, keg topping ceremony, bier stein holding contest, great raffle prizes and more! Come for the bier, stay for the Gemütlichkeit (cheer). Regular admission is $10, children under 12 are free and free parking available.

OktoBEERfest at Dunedin Brewery
When: Oct. 3, 2019 – Oct. 6, 2019
Where: 937 Douglas Ave., Dunedin, FL 34698
Info: Come out to Florida’s oldest microbrewery to celebrate the change of season! This annual event is four days full of seasonal & specialty beers, an exclusive German food menu, and live music throughout the weekend. The fun kicks off at 7 p.m. on Thursday with Dunedin Brewery’s annual Literstein Heritage Night, a once-a-year opportunity to purchase a limited edition mug that will get you discounted fills throughout the year. Free admission all weekend.

Tampa Bay International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
When: Oct. 4, 2019 – Oct. 12, 2019
Daily
Where: St. Pete / Tampa, FL 33701
Info: This annual LGBTQ + community film festival is one of the largest and longest running of its kind in the world! 30-40 film screening events, plus several cornerstone parties all packed into this exciting 9 day event. Click here for the full schedule of screens and parties. Locations include the Tampa Theater, AMC Sundial, and more.  Festival audiences are guaranteed to leave entertained, empowered, and enlightened!

Harbor Sounds Fall Fest
When: Oct. 5, 2019
Where: 200 Main St., Safety Harbor, FL 34695
Info: Bring the family out to Safety Harbor for the Harbor Sounds Fall Fest featuring tons of food and fall entertainment between 12 – 10 p.m. Enjoy live music on the Gazebo stage featuring Stormbringer, The Greg Billings Band and The Black Honkeys. More fall fun includes a petting zoo, pony rides, a pumpkin patch, corn-hole tournament, pumpkin bowling and so much more! Shop and browse among the arts & crafts and food vendors lining 9 blocks of Main Street.

Revolution: The Beetles Experience
When: Oct. 5, 2019
Where: 400 1st St S., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Info: Ride through the history of The Beatles as told through their hits and Grammy winner Jeff Tyzik’s arrangements. The live symphonic performance is happening October 5, 8 p.m. at the Mahaffey Theater in St. Pete. Tickets on sale starting August.

Bootcamp & Brews at 3 Daughters Brewing
When: Now – Dec. 28, 2019
Monthly on the fourth Saturday
Where: 222 22nd St S., St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Info: Game of Fitness is bringing a bootcamp to 3 Daughters Brewing on the fourth Saturday of every month! Get ready to sweat with a one hour, high intensity workout starting at 11 a.m. and stay after for a well earned beer. All levels are welcome. Cost: $10 for nonmembers, $5 for members, & $15 at the door

Tampa Kite Invasion
When: Oct. 4, 2019 – Oct. 5, 2019
Where: 4100 34th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33711
Info: Every year, on the first weekend of October, the Elite Watersports crew invites all local kiteboarders, friends, and family to the shop to celebrate the beginning of their favorite time of year: windy season! The weekend kicks off on Friday, October 4th with their kick-off party including drinks, food, yard games, live entertainment, and a silent and live auction! Saturday starts the Tampa Kite Invasion – a Downwind Drag Race, from point A to point B, route dependent on wind direction.  For more information on the Season Opener Party or Auction, please call (727)800-2202 or email Ride@EliteWatersports.com.

Low Country Boil at the Beach!
When: Now – Dec. 6, 2019
Where: 301 S Gulfviews Blvd., Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
Info: Overlook the #1 Beach in the U.S. while digging into a delicious array of seafood during SHOR’s Low Country Boil! Tickets are $35 per person and seats can be reserved online or by calling 727-373-6016. Tickets include craft beer, 3 hour complimentary parking, and of course, a spread of fresh seafood including blue swimmer crabs, craw fish, shrimp, clams, mussels, andouille sausage, corn on the cob, and potatoes. Limited seating available so reserve your spot today!

St. Pete Indie Market
When: Oct. 5, 2019 – Nov. 2, 2019
Where: 1133 Baum Ave N., St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Info: St. Pete Indie Market is a monthly market, featuring 100+ vendors. The market showcases local artists, indie designers, vintage collectors, food trucks, jewelry makers, horticulturists, eclectic crafters and other local businesses and organizations. The market spills out of Green Bench Brewing Co. with specialty cocktails being served up at Intermezzo Coffee & Cocktails. Get a taste of St. Pete’s local vibe and eat, shop and drink the first Saturday of each month from 12 – 4 p.m.

First Friday St. Pete
When: Now – Dec. 6, 2019
Monthly on the first Friday
Where: Central Ave Between 2nd & 3rd St., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Info: Celebrate every First Friday of the month in St. Pete with a free block party complete with live music and dancing! The action goes down between 2nd and 3rd streets on Central Ave. from 5:30-10 p.m.

Tarpon Springs First Friday
When: Now – Dec. 6, 2019
Monthly on the first Friday
Where: 324 E. Pine St., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Info: Head to Historic Downtown Tarpon Springs on the first Friday of each month! There will be vendors, food, music, beer and wine and a different theme each month. Free Shuttle and Parking at the Live Oak Recreation Complex parking lot (508 Live Oak St). Presented by the Tarpon Springs Merchants’ Association.

Winter & Hope’s Birthday Bubble Bash
When: Oct. 1, 2019 – Oct. 13, 2019
Where: 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL 33767
Info: Celebrate Winter’s 14th and Hope’s 9th birthdays at Clearwater Marine Aquarium! From Oct 1 – 13, you’re invited to sign a giant birthday card for Winter and Hope, play Winter-themed games, and dive into daily bubble enrichment with Winter, Hope & PJ in the Winter Zone!

Second Saturday’s at Sirata
When: Now – Dec. 14, 2019
Monthly on the second Saturday
Where: 5300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
Info: Head to Sirata Beach Resort on St. Pete Beach on the second Saturday of every month! From 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. you’ll be able to shop local vendors and enjoy family friendly activities while soaking in the sunshine beachside with beer & cocktail specials.

Bootcamp & Brews at 3 Daughters Brewing
When: Now – Dec. 28, 2019
Monthly on the fourth Saturday
Where: 222 22nd St S., St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Info: Game of Fitness is bringing a bootcamp to 3 Daughters Brewing on the fourth Saturday of every month! Get ready to sweat with a one hour, high intensity workout starting at 11 a.m. and stay after for a well earned beer. All levels are welcome. Cost: $10 for nonmembers, $5 for members, & $15 at the door

St. Pete Saturday Morning Market
When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. every Saturday
Where: 350 2nd Ave N., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Info: This is the largest weekly fresh market in the Southeast U.S. serving around 10,000 customers a week with its 130 vendors offering everything from fresh produce to homemade soaps to ready to eat food from 15 different nationalities. The market, which is free to enter, runs from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. every Saturday at Al Lang Stadium in downtown St. Pete. If you’re looking for an authentic St. Pete experience, hit up this staple of the community.

Royal Palm Market
When: Now – Oct. 10, 2019
Weekly on Thursdays
Where: 1111 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
Info: Enjoy live music, food, shopping and craft cocktails every Thursday at 6 p.m. under the royal palms of St. Pete! This weekly night market is located right next to Intermezzo Coffee & Cocktails and features local artists, local boutiques, handmade goods, leather goods, wood burning, clothing & accessories, specialty dog treat vendors, soaps, candles and so much more! Bring the whole family including your pets to this free, weekly event.

Safety Harbor’s 3rd Friday Music Series
When: Now – Dec. 20, 2019
Monthly on the third Friday
Where: Safety Harbor, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
Info: Head to Safety Harbor the third Friday of each month for an evening of live music, shopping, and dining. Main Street closes off between 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. and is lined with live bands, vendors featuring arts, crafts, and food, and local businesses and restaurants open late for your enjoyment. The best part, it’s free!

Friday Night Clay at Morean Center for Clay
When: Now – Dec. 27, 2019
Where: 420 22nd St S, St. Pete, FL 33701
Info: Spend your Friday evening playing in clay at the Moeran Center for Clay! Be prepared to get dirty for two hours from 7-9 p.m. of wheel throwing and hand building. Bring a towel, your favorite beverage, and a group of friends or a date for a fun get-together. You’ll get to select your favorite piece at the end of the night and they will bisque and glaze it for you to bring home. Purchase your tickets for $25 online today.

Guerilla Art Market
When: Now – Dec. 14, 2019
Monthly on the second Saturday
Where: 2133 2nd Ave. S., St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Info: The Guerrilla Art Market is bursting with color highlighting local art with the freshest emerging artists in the Tampa Bay area. The market will feature individual artist exhibits, a silent auction, music, cash bar, live demos, and will spotlight a different theme each month. Get into St. Pete’s local culture and buy original work by many artists whose creations can be seen around town on the walls and streets of St. Pete. Happening from 5 – 10 p.m. at the St. Pete Side Lot, 2133 2nd Ave. S.

Brocante Market
When: Now – November 3, 2019
Where: 301 Drew Street, Clearwater, FL 33755
Info: Explore 15,000 sq feet of vintage treasure finds at this monthly market in St. Pete! This true vendor-run market has an amazing variety and selection of vintage items unlike anywhere else. Grab your next vintage find the first weekend of each month from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday at 2200 2nd Ave S in St. Pete.

St. Pete Second Saturday Artwalk
When: Now – Dec. 14, 2019
Where: 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Info: Take in the St. Pete arts scene after hours as more than 40 galleries and studios spanning across five different arts districts stay open late, including local favorites like Duncan McClellan Glass and Morean Arts Center. Free trolleys run throughout the city’s five districts to get you around during the 5-9 p.m. event. For a complete list of participating galleries and a map, visit stpeteartsalliance.org

Free Yoga at Sundial St. Pete
When: Now – Dec. 21, 2019
Where: 153 2nd Ave N., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Info: For the love of yoga! Head to the courtyard at Sundial St. Pete for the largest FREE outdoor yoga event each third Saturday of the month. Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m. and the yoga session will begin at 9 a.m.

Moonlight Canopy Tours
When: Now – Dec 14, 2019
Where: 423 Lafayette Blvd, Oldsmar, FL 34677
Info:Are you ready to experience Tampa Bay’s Mobbly Bayou Wilderness Preserve after dark and from 70 feet off the ground? In these Moonlight Canopy Tours, you’ll glide into the unknown on a zip line and experience the nocturnal life of Tampa Bay. For two hours, you’ll traverse all 5 zip lines in the preserve as well as walk the 200 foot suspension bridge, otherwise known as the “Flight of the Osprey” bridge. To reserve this one of a kind experience, call (813) 448-5635.

Friday Nights at the St. Pete Shuffleboard Club
It’s not just for the older generation anymore! Join the fun at the world’s largest shuffleboard club to see why this pastime has regained its popularity in the Sunshine City. Free every Friday night from 7-11 p.m., locals and visitors alike flock to this private recreational club. If you’re not sure how to play, have no fear as volunteers are on hand to give you a lesson or two. Bring your own snacks and beverages – local craft beers tend to be a popular choice. There’s often live music or a DJ on-site to keep you shufflin’. Children are welcome and so are well behaved dogs.

Dunedin Food Tour
When: Tours available every Saturday from 1 pm – 4 pm.
Where: Dunedin, FL
Cost:Limited tickets available, book your tour now.
Info:Craft beer enthusiasts, upscale fine dining, Florida casual… there’s a tour for everyone! Experience the food and beer scene in Dunedin during a 3 hour walking tour that will offer you the opportunity to meet the chefs and owners of one of a kind restaurants, breweries and shops.

Safety Harbor Farmer’s Market on Main
When: Now – Dec. 29, 2019
Weekly on Sundays
Info: Start your Sunday with open-air shopping in the park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your grocery list to stock up on fruits and vegetables, plus specialty foods like meats, cheeses, desserts, bread and more. You’ll also find vibrant crafts and artwork.

Sunday Z-Brunch at Castile Restaurant
When: Now – Dec. 29, 2019
Weekly on Sundays
Where: 3701 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
Info: Savor a Mediterranean-inspired Easter brunch buffet featuring breakfast specialties, seafood stations, sushi, carving stations, bottomless mimosas and so much more! Enjoy beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal Waterway in St. Pete Beach, with indoor and outdoor seating options available.

Yoga on Tap at Green Bench Brewing
When: Now – Oct. 13, 2019
Monthly on the second Sunday
Where: 1133 Baum Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Info: Do a little downward dog before you down a cold craft brew! Get your workout on in the Green Bench Brewing beer garden at 11 a.m. on the second Sunday of each month led by The Body Electric Yoga Company. This one hour class is $5 for members in advance or $15 at the door or $10 if you pre-register online.

Gulfport Art & Gallery Walk
When: Now – Dec. 21, 2019
Where: Beach Blvd., Gulfport, FL 33707
Info: Feel the funky beat and shop for unique treasures during this bi-monthly event held in downtown Gulfport from 6-10 p.m. every first Friday and third Saturday. Over 35 locally owned boutiques and artists line the streets along with live musicians to keep you movin’. Don’t miss the opportunity to dine at one of the area’s delicious restaurants or belly up to the bar for a cocktail or two.