Tampa Events

Annual Events

Address: Old Hyde Park Village • 1509 Swann Ave, Tampa, FL 33606 Category: Fair / Festival - Art Dates: October 3 - October 4, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Twice a year, during late February and early October, Old Hyde Park Village invites visitors to wander along its pathways, perusing the artwork of approximately 150 artists. Throughout the weekend, spectators may examine and purchase pieces in a variety of media, including photography, oils and watercolors. The cafes...

Address: 1600 E 8th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605 Category: Fair / Festival - Holiday / Seasonal Dates: October 31, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This Hispanic interpretation of Halloween celebrates Tampa's title as the "Big Guava." Taking place late in October in Ybor City, the event begins with a parade (known as the "Mama Guava Stumble") of wildly attired characters, and then shifts to a street party that completely inundates the historic neighborhood. There...

Address: 2401 19th Ave NW, EG Simmons Park, Ruskin, FL 33570 Category: Fair / Festival - Food / Drink Dates: November 7 - November 8, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Each November, restaurants and vendors gather along Tampa Bay to serve up some of the area's best seafood. During the alcohol-free two-day event, eager visitors line up to sample crab, shrimp, conch, grouper and other ocean delicacies. There's also an arts and crafts exhibit, musical entertainment and attractions for...

Address: Ybor City, Centennial Park • 1600 E 8th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605 Category: Fair / Festival - Other Dates: November 21, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Ybor City's historical ties to the cigar industry run deep, and this fall festival celebrates that tradition by bringing in representatives from companies like Cuesta Rey, Arturo Fuente and Rocky Patel. In addition to the cigar and smoking accessory vendors, the event also features a cigar-rolling demonstration,...

Address: Raymond James Stadium • 4201 Dale Mabry Hwy N, Tampa, FL 33607 Category: Sports Event - Football (American) Dates: January 1, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

On this New Year's Day event, the Raymond James Stadium holds a popular post-season NCAA bowl game. Televised around the country, the game has become a local and national football attraction, with a variety of events centered around it. Get tickets early if you plan on attending.

Address: Bayshore Blvd and Downtown, Tampa, FL Category: Fair / Festival - Holiday / Seasonal Dates: January 23 - January 30, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Perhaps Tampa's most-anticipated festival, this exuberant event is the city's answer to Mardi Gras. Held in late January or early February, it features a fleet of invading boats, manned by marauding "pirates" who infiltrate the city and initiate a carnival atmosphere. The event commemorates the state's pirate heritage...

Address: Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall • 4800 US Hwy 301 N, Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa, FL 33610 Category: Fair / Festival - State / County Dates: February 4 - February 15, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This two-week annual event highlights Florida's agricultural life and focuses on livestock expositions and arts and crafts displays. However, there are also tons of rides and concerts and a bonanza of food. Known as the Southeast's largest fair, Florida's offering has one of the country's largest midways, and kids and...

Address: 2200 W Reynolds St, Plant City, FL 33567 Category: Fair / Festival - Food / Drink Dates: March 4 - March 14, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

For ten days each spring, this local festival pays tribute to shortcake's best friend. As you might expect, the tasty fruit is available in a variety of recipes and treats, but there's more to the festival than just eating. Country music concerts by big name entertainers are a huge draw, and there's also a pageant, an...