Gasparilla Festival of the Arts in Tampa moves to Riverfront Park
The 2020 Gasparilla Festival of the Arts will be on the west bank of the Hillsborough River in Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park overlooking downtown Tampa.
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Give the gift of shared experiences this holiday season
Create lifelong memories of the season by spending time with loved ones at one of the Tampa Bay Area's local boat parades, Christmas strolls, holiday markets, museum exhibits, and outdoor activities. So many things to do, so little time.
Florida Botanical Gardens features dazzling lights, nature, and history this holiday season
Channel the holiday spirit with shiny lights, flora and fauna, and historic charm at one of the Tampa Bay Area’s most verdant and enchanting family attractions.
Clearwater plays it forward with Urban Conga
“Let’s Create a Playable City” at Second Century Studios in Clearwater educates the public on how recreational installations can make hanging out downtown a more pleasurable experience.
The Evolution of Downtown Clearwater: A flurry of coffee shops, cafes
Looking for a place to meet up for coffee? Or grab a quick bite? Or just take a stroll on a breezy afternoon? Downtown Clearwater offers eclectic coffee shops and cafes amid attractively restored and remodeled historic architecture, creative public art, quaint lampposts, and wide sidewalks.
Tampa Downtown Partnership picks winners for Urban Excellence Awards
The Urban Excellence Awards honor outstanding talent, innovation, community building, and placemaking efforts in Downtown Tampa's growing urban scene.
The evolution of downtown Clearwater: An infusion of international dining
Looking for a taste of Puerto Rico? Mexico? Italy? Sicily? Spain? Thailand? the Philippines? Check out the diversity of new international restaurants in downtown Clearwater.
Q&A: Director Kari Goetz, Jobsite Theater
83 Degrees Media chats with Kari Goetz, the director of Jobsite Theater’s latest production, to find out what inspires her to work day and night in roles that help shape the Tampa Bay Area arts and culture scene.
Let’s give thanks for Jobsite conversation starters
The Thanksgiving Play is yet another provocative, funny play presented by a local theater company that has staged a cornucopia of compelling dramas and comedies in Tampa Bay.
The evolution of downtown Clearwater: New things to do after dark
Downtown Clearwater has started to come alive after dark with an array of distinctive, welcoming establishments offering live entertainment, trivia, comedy, games, friendly conversation, and more.
