RECURRING EVENTS
First Fridays • 10am-2pm, Creative Clay Outdoor Art Market, 1846 First Ave. S, St. Petersburg • 5-9pm, First Friday Art Walk, Downtown Gulfport • 6-9pm, Concert in front of Studio Movie Grill, Seminole City Center, 11201 Park Blvd. N, Seminole
Last Friday • 6-9pm, live music at the John’s Pass Bell Tower, John’s Pass Boardwalk and Shopping Village, 12902 Village Blvd., Madeira Beach
1st Saturday • 8am Beach Cleanup, Archibald Park,15100 Gulf Blvd. Mad. Beach.
2nd Saturday • 8:30am, Beach Cleanup. Municipal Pavilion, 11260 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island, 11185 Gulf Blvd. • 9am-2pm, Market on The Bluffs, 2747 Sunset Blvd, Belleair Bluffs. Farmers Market/craft event on the street in front of Belleair Bluffs City Hall. • The Market Marie,10am-3pm, Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater • 5-9pm, St. Pete Artwalk. Artists and gallery owners from 40 studios and galleries in five arts districts show off their latest works. Take the trolley, drive or park and walk. stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk
3rd Saturday • 10am-2pm, Crossroads Market, Crossroads Christian Church, 1645 Seminole Blvd., Largo • 10am-5pm, Creative Pinellas at Pinewood, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo • 5-9pm, Indie Faire, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. Outdoor, socially distanced event in Gulfport features local art, handmade crafts, jewelry, and pottery to locally sourced botanicals.
4th Saturday • Pinellas Arts Walk 4-8pm, Pinellas Arts Village Walk, 5600-5800 Park Blvd. (north side), Pinellas Park. Pinellas Park Art Society, Donnelly COVE, Complete Sweet Shoppe, Pompei Factory, Studios @5663, Painting with a Twist, Bottles Pub, and Swartz Gallery.
4th Sunday • Lealman Farmers Market 10am-2pm, Lealman Exchange, 5175 45th St N, St. Petersburg
ONGOING
Through 8/10 – The Shape of Us
Free, 10am-5pm, Creative Pinellas, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo. The Shape of Us brings together six Pinellas County artists, each with a unique body of work that reflects the depth of our creative community. The exhibition explores transformation and resilience through immersive installations, intricate textile works, energetic colors and vibrant multimedia abstracts. Featured artists include Karel Garcia, Kirk Palmer, Alice Pickett Lewis, Tavia Reyes, Luke Vest and Zulu Painter.
Through 8/30 – Duck To Water
Free, Florida CraftArt, 501 Central Ave., St. Pete. This curated exhibition convenes regional and national artists with a fresh approach to contemporary craft rooted in traditional processes. Their works in fiber, wood, ceramic, jewelry, and collage demonstrate skilled application of materials with an intuitive hand. Exhibiting artists: Kyra Connolly, Nikki Couppee, Mikhail Gubin, Babette Herschberger, Jib Projects, Cynthia Mason, Douglas Molinas Lawrence, Heidi Parkes, Janelle Young, and Rebecca Zweibel.
Through 8/30 – Blazing the Trail: From Strand to Slough
Free, 2-6pm, Wed-Saturday, Wild Space Gallery, 2606 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Pete, Bldg. 7. A behind-the-scenes view of the epic trek through the western edge of the Florida Wildlife Corridor in southwest Florida. Through photographs, ephemera, stories and videos, Blazing the Trail invites you to vicariously follow in the footsteps of the crew and join in the exploration, discovery, and conservation of at-risk lands and waters in wild Florida.
UPCOMING
8/9 – Opening Reception: : Nina Samuels and Charles Morrison: Earth and Ocean Exhibition
Free, 5-9pm, Morean Center for Clay, 420 22nd St. S, St. Pete. Nina Samuels focuses on the contrast and connections between industrial items and marine growth, which stems from her marine restoration work submerging ceramic pieces underwater. Her exhibiting art features a series of manmade objects covered in marine life – both sculpted and real. Having grown up by the ocean and now being an artist in coastal Florida, Charles Morrison uses the sea as a starting point for his ideas. Anything from the humblest microorganisms to the most revered fish in the sea are a constant source of inspiration for him. On view 8/9-10/4
8/9 – Florida West Coast Orchid Society Annual Auction
Free admission, 9am, Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 10891 102nd Ave. N, Seminole. Orchids of all types will be available.
8/9 – Second Annual Taco Festival
Free admission, 3-9pm, SPC Clearwater campus, 2465 Drew St., Clearwater. Family and pet friendly. Free parking.
8/10 – St. Pete Summer Flea
Free admission, 12-4pm, The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N, St. Pete. Beat the heat and shop in the beautiful and historic Coliseum in downtown St. Pete. It will be filled it to the brim with vintage whatsits, jewelry, nail art, plants, rugs, ceramics, art, baked goods and more. NOTE: The Coliseum only allows service animals inside.
8/15-24 – Madeira Beach Burger Week
$10/burger. In this city-wide celebration, burger lovers using their official Madeira Beach Burger Week Passport can explore new restaurants, getting their Passport stamped at each stop. Passports will be turned in with a Vote for Best and Most Creative Burger and participants will be entered to win prizes! Passports are free and available at The Madeira Beach Rec Center, Madeira Beach City Hall, Pinellas Beach’s Chamber Office and participating restaurants. Details at https://www.madeirabeachburgerweek.com
8/16 – Menagerie at the Museum: Animals • Art • Adventure
$5 all ages (includes museum admission), 10am-3pm, The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art, 150 Central Ave., St. Pete. Encounter live animals up close and indoors with some of Pinellas County’s most loved animal rescue and wildlife conservation organizations. Learn about conservation in the special exhibition, RARE AIR: Endangered Birds, Bats, Butterflies, & Bees. Admission includes access to the entire James Museum collection. When registering, use the dropdown to select a desired time: https://thejamesmuseum.org/eventarchive/menagerie-2025/
8/16 – Vintage Variety – A Vaudeville-Inspired Stage Extravaganza
$30 (includes beverage and light appetizers), 7-10pm, Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport. This whirlwind of old-school charm and jaw-dropping talent is packed into one unforgettable night inspired by the golden era of Vaudeville. Here’s a taste of what’s in store: Hilarious comedy. Gravity-defying acrobatics. Mystifying magic & juggling. Sultry burlesque & dynamic dance. Live music & classic variety acts. Tickets: vintagevariety2025.eventbrite.co m
8/16 – 13th Annual Tarpon Springs Hippie Fest
Free admission, 2-9pm, Sponge Docks, 600 Hill St. and Dodecanese Blvd., Tarpon Springs. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the 60s and 70s with live bands playing classic psychedelic rock, folk, and groovy tunes. Browse handcrafted goods, tie-dye apparel, retro art, jewelry, incense, and more. Crossfire Creek Band, a six -piece country band, will play from 5-9pm. The VW Bug and Van Show will be a must-see for car enthusiasts. Free parking available with a Jolley Trolley Shuttle.
8/16 – 11th Annual Monte Carlo Casino Night
$100 (sponsorships available), 6pm, The West Events, 13435 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach. Presented by the Pinellas Beaches Chamber, this night of glamor and excitement brings the glitz of Monte Carlo alive. Highlights include a silent auction, casino games, musical entertainment, open bar, and an array of delicious food. Channel your inner James Bond or Bond Girl with elegant cocktail attire. Tickets: https://tinyurl.c/3ay7v2ny
8/23 – 14th Annual Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest
Free admission, 12-3pm, 420 22nd St. S, St. Pete. Sponsored by The Morean Arts Center, this fundraiser features a variety of submissions: youth/teen, novice, professional and specialty (gluten-free or sugar-free). Sample a dozen different tasty treasures and vote on your favorite flavor. Pre-registered attendees will receive a 12-count box to fill with the mini-cupcakes of their choice. To enter as a baker, reserve a box of cupcakes, or for more information, visit https://moreanartscenter.org/Cupcakes/. No day-of purchases.
8/28 – Lunch and Learn: Arts Integration for Social Change
$25/ $5 WADA members, noon-1:30pm, 515 22nd St. S, St. Pete. A rare workshop for creatives led by Benoit Glazer, former conductor for Cirque du Soleil’s La Nouba. He will share lessons learned from integrating visual art, music, and storytelling under one roof, as well as practical advice on navigating the pitfalls and possibilities of structured arts programs and strategies for elevating both artists and audiences through thoughtful curation and design. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/bddppfdv
8/28-11/2 – Reclamando Our Untold Stories
Free, 10am-5pm, The Gallery at Creative Pinellas, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo. The exhibit connects deeply personal memories with broader historical events. Each work of art is a timestamp – marking moments of resilience, resistance, celebration, and healing. This innovative curation emerges from Mi Gente Mi Pueblo’s transformative “Reclamando” workshop series, where participants from multiple generations came together to remember, reclaim, and reimagine their histories. 727-582-3600
8/30 – Geckofest 2025
Free entry and parking (courtesy shuttles available), 10am-8pm, 3101 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport. Get ready for the weirdest, wildest day of the year — it’s the 25th Annual Gulfport GeckoFest! This free, family-friendly celebration is packed with live music, street performers, art, food, local vendors, and more. Don’t miss the wacky walking parade at 6pm and a special birthday bash for Gulfport’s favorite gecko, G. Gordon McFly! Costumes encouraged! Proceeds benefit local nonprofits. Read more about the month’s Gecko World events on page 34.
9/6 – Mad Beach Amphibious Trash & Ghost Crab Trap Roundup
Free, 8-11:30am, 503 150th Ave., Madeira Beach. Join Trash Pirates of Mad Beach, Old Salts and the city of Madeira Beach Municipal Marina to protect and rejuvenate our waterways by participating in a land and sea cleanup initiative, removing debris and abandoned ghost crab traps. Win prizes and a 50/50 raffle! Register at https://tinyurl.com/svu2htek.
9/6 – Jerk and Jam Festival
Free admission, 4-9pm, Tropicana Field, St. Pete. Mouthwatering jerk dishes, Caribbean rhythms, and a high-energy community vibe! Free parking. Family and pet friendly. Event by Saturday Shoppes.
9/6 – Historic Trolley Tour of the St. Pete African American Heritage Tour
$12.51, 10am-noon, meet at Tropicana Field Lot 4, 198 17th St. S. Parking available in Lot 1. Tickets and other information available at https://tinyurl.com/4uttxpve
9/7 – Come Out as You Are Pageant
$15 and up, 5-10pm, The Floridian Social, 687 Central Ave., St. Pete. Come OUT St. Pete’s Royal Court honors the art form of drag through its Community Service platform. The theme, Come OUT As You Are, aims to encourage coming out stories, as entertainers are given the opportunity to highlight their story through creative performances. Go to comeoutstpete.org for more information.
9/14 – Oksana in Concert
$100, 6pm, Duncan McClellan Gallery, 2342 Emerson Ave. S, St. Petersburg. This exclusive concert marks Oksana Kolesnikova’s return to her early Florida roots. It offers a rare opportunity for fans and newcomers alike to experience her artistry up close. Known for her dynamic stage presence, heartfelt storytelling, and genre-spanning repertoire, Oksana’s performances are acclaimed for their emotional depth and virtuosity. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/438hpce8
9/20 – Catstravaganza
$30/$20 seniors/$15 kids (all-day tickets), 9am-7pm, The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N, St. Pete. Watch a live and international cat competition where pedigreed and “moggie” cats compete to be the best in various categories. Meet cat judge extraordinaire Steven Meserve and enjoy the Loving Cats Catwalk, where favorites strut their stuff. Local rescue groups will be present. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/29yvxry2
9/25 –The Story Warrior Book Fair and Marketplace
Free admission, 3-8pm, Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St., Tampa. Chat with award-winning author Tiffany Jackson and the legendary R.L. Stine. Connect with more than 40 authors from across the country and shop a pop-up bookstore presented by Oxford Exchange.
9/26 – Sacred Pilgrimage: Gaudi and Galban Opening Reception
Free, 6-8pm, The Gallery at Creative Pinellas, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo. AGalban’s traveling exhibition brings together the architectural brilliance of Antoni Gaudí and the deeply personal vision of Cuban American artist AGalban. Inspired by a spiritual vision during a heart episode, AGalban has created a series of 25 evocative paintings based on Gaudí’s Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, reimagining its iconic Passion façade through themes of faith, fragility, and transcendence. Exhibit on display through 11/2.
9/26-27 – Sangria Festival
$10 and up, Fri 4-8pm/Sat 12-4pm, DK Farms & Gardens, 1750 Lake Ave. SE, Largo. Come sip, savor, and play the day away at DK Farm’s first-ever Sangria Festival! Enjoy fruity sangrias, local bites, and the chance to hang with adorable goats. Play mini golf, stroll through scenic gardens, and snap Insta-worthy photos all day long. This not your average wine tasting. It’s farm life, fun, and flavor all in one!
9/26-28 – Clearwater Offshore Nationals
Free admission, hours vary by day, Sand Key, Clearwater. Partnering with Race World Offshore, Clearwater brings the best of Offshore Powerboat Racing’s teams for a weekend of entertainment. Race officials anticipate 50,000 people and over 2,500 boats lining the beaches of the 2.5-mile-long racecourse with fireworks, parties, parades, and much more. More information: https://tinyurl.com/ycyzp4zc
9/27 – Hauntizaar 2025
Free, 10am-3pm, St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club, 559 Mirror Lake Dr. N, St. Pete. Kick off the spooky season with the longest running dark art and haunted handmade bazaar in the Tampa Bay area! This ninth annual Hauntizaar will feature dozens of the best local makers at one of the coolest local venues! Event by St. Pete Craft Heroes.
10/4-5 – Fall Y’all at Coachman Park
Free admission, 10am-4pm. A weekend full of fall fun at Coachman Park in downtown Clearwater. Festive activities for all the family, including L’il Miss & Sir Pumpkin contest, food trucks with delicious fall treats, local vendors with unique crafts and goodies, a Kids Zone, contests and more. Sponsored by the Clearwater Downtown Development Board.
10/11-12 – Tarpon Springs Sponge Dock Craft Festival
Free admission, 10am-7pm Sat/10am-5pm Sun, Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks, 746 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs. Enjoy the magical fall atmosphere of the Sponge Docks while browsing booth after booth of original works by local and traveling artists. Explore a festive outdoor market filled with handmade gifts, holiday décor, fine art, artisan jewelry, gourmet treats, and other one-of-a-kind creations! Live entertainment, family friendly, pet friendly.