Paradise News Magazine

Treasure Island Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
2021-12-04 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Treasure Island, Treasure Island, FL, United States
The Treasure Island Holiday Lighted Boat Parade and Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 4 at Treasure Bay Recreation Facility located at 10315 Paradise Boulevard. The Holiday Celebration begins at 5 p.m. with the Boat Parade leaving at 6:20 p.m. Watch the parade from a spectacular vantage point and participate in the events at Treasure Bay. A DJ, a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus, interactive entertainers, and food/beverage concessions will be available. For additional information, please call the Treasure Island Parks and Recreation Department at 727-547-4575, ext. 221. Rain date: Sunday, Dec. 5.

39th Annual Boley Centers Jingle Bell Run
2021-12-08 19:30 - 21:30 | North Straub Park, 400 Bay Shore Drive, St. Petersburg, 33701, United States
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We are excited to offer you two ways to get your Jingle Bell Run gear this year!

We will ship them to you for a nominal fee as soon as they come in (early November)!
You may pick your shirt up at one of our sites (stores will have shirts 11/26/2021 – 12/7/2021):

Boley Centers’ YOUR Neighborhood Store, 6163 9th Ave. N., St. Petersburg
Boley Centers Administrative Offices, 445 31st St. N., St. Petersburg
Feet First, 4949 4th St. N., St. Petersburg
Fit2Run, 256 2nd St. N., St. Petersburg

You may also pick up your shirt(s) at the registration tent on race night!
The run begins at 7:30 PM and registration will open at 6:00 PM. Be sure to pick up your glow necklace from the glow necklace table near the registration tent! Come early and stay late to enjoy the holiday lights…we can’t wait to jingle with you!

Collectors Choice XIX “A Night At The Carlyle”
2021-12-09 18:30 - 23:00 | The Vinoy Renaissance, 501 5th Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
In celebration of over 25 years of support of the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, the Collectors Circle cordially invites you to Collectors Choice XIX “A Night At The Carlyle.” Take a trip back in time to old New York as the Vinoy Renaissance Sunset Ballroom transforms into the legendary setting of New York’s premier Carlyle Hotel.
Members and non-members alike can register for this festive Collectors Choice XIX “A Night At The Carlyle” event!
Enjoy cocktail hour with a signature cocktail, a seated gourmet dinner, art selection, and live music capped with our Winter Libations Pull featuring outstanding wines, whiskeys, overnight stays, and so much more. Dazzling live entertainment will be provided by award-winning New York performers Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano, accompanied by bassist Mark Neuenschwander. They will be performing songs from the Great American Songbook, a canon of significant early 20th century popular songs and show tunes. From artists like Cole Porter to Carole King and Leonard Bernstein to Paul Simon, these songs will touch your heart, feed your memories, and keep your feet tapping!
The Vinoy Renaissance Sunset Ballroom
600 Snell Isle Blvd NE, St. Petersburg, Florida
New York-Style Cocktail Attire
Complimentary valet parking
Cole Porter Guest Ticket: $400 per person
Rodgers & Hammerstein Patron Ticket: $600 per person (Includes a special Performer’s CD)

Merry Beach Market
2021-12-11 14:00 - 20:00 | ROC Park, 300 Municipal Drive, Madeira Beach, FL, 33708, United States
Holiday shopping embraces the “Buy Local” trend on Saturday, December 11, with the 3rd annual Merry Beach Market presented by the Treasure Island & Madeira Beach Chamber of Commerce.
This family friendly event is from 2 p.m. till 8 p.m., at R.O.C. Park, 200 Rex Place on Madeira Beach. Over 50 Local vendors will delight holiday shoppers, Live entertainment will keep the energy level high, and food and beverage stands will be in place to help fuel the festive atmosphere. The market is also a collection site for The Christmas Toy Shop to help make the holidays brighter for local children. Better yet, the event is pet- and family-friendly, and will be held rain or shine.
Two special treats after the Merry Beach Market are having an ideal vantage point for viewing the start of the 54th annual Madeira Beach Lighted Boat Parade and the official lighting of the Madeira Beach Christmas Tree.
“The Merry Beach Market is the Chamber’s way of supporting our local vendors & businesses while providing a fun event leading up to the holidays,” said Chamber president Barry Rubin. “It offers the community a more relaxed holiday shopping experience, with the added ‘gift’ of seeing the lighted boat parade.”
🎁 Over 50 Local Vendors
🎁 Beer Garden
🎁 Food & Drinks
🎁 Live Entertainment All Day
🎁 Kids Zone
🎁 Photo Op’s with Santa
🎁 Lighted Boat Parade (6:30 pm)

Boca Ciega Yacht Club's 36th Annual Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
2021-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | City of Gulfport, Gulfport, FL, United States
The Boca Ciega Yacht Club (BCYC), a not-for-profit organization, is announcing the 36th year of its Lighted Christmas Boat Parade which will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2020 beginning at 6:00 pm. BCYC conducts the boat parade to generate donations and other support for the Gulfport Police Department’s ‘Operation Santa’ charity which provides gifts to children whose Christmas’s would otherwise be less joyous without the generous support of the Gulfport community. This year will mark BCYC’s 21st year of proudly supporting this wonderful program.
The Annual Lighted Christmas Boat Parade is an all-volunteer event organized by the members of BCYC and their invited guests and is an event happily shared with the residents of Gulfport, South Pasadena, and St. Petersburg. Members spend many hours planning and decorating their boats for maximum enjoyment. We are again asking local businesses to help support our boat captains by donating gift certificates to be used as boat prizes. We’re proud of the fact that our boat captains all receive a prize for their hard work and bragging rights for their decorations. Last year’s winner, Lee Nell’s boat and crew MeeShee won for their “Buh-Bye 2020!” theme.
Please note that the parade route has changed again this year to accommodate the home ports of more of the parade participants. The parade will begin by entering the Gulfport Municipal Marina at approximately 6:00 pm. It will then travel past the William’s Pier & Casino in Gulfport, past the beaches and into the canals of Town Shores, Pelican Bay, Skimmer’s Point, Bayview Circle, past a portion of Kipps Colony and near PYCC, then along Dolphin Blvd to the Pasadena Golf Club Estates before swinging across the bay to Isla del Sol before returning to our slips.
There is an entry fee for each boat of two unwrapped toys or a monetary donation (checks must be made out to “Operation Santa”). Both sail and power boats are welcome to join in the fun and this event is open to both members and non-members. Registration is available online at http://www.sailbcyc.org/ChristmasBoatParade.
The BCYC family wishes you and your family a joyous holiday season and a prosperous New Year!

Madeira Beach's Festival of the Lights Boat Parade
2021-12-11 18:30 - 21:00 | ROC Park, 300 Municipal Drive, Madeira Beach, FL, 33708, United States
Madeira Beach’s lighted boat parade will happen Saturday December 11th. The parade begins in the American Legion at 6:30pm, travels all the fingers, and ends at John’s Pass ending approx 9:45/10pm.
Watch areas….
ROC Park – Join the kick off party on the seawall OR John’s pass has an evening of Holiday music and shopping with a late viewing of the parade.
Prizes for the best boats

Santa and Sirens
2021-12-16 18:30 - 19:30 | City of St. Pete Beach, 33706
St. Pete Beach’s Fire Engine will drive Santa through the neighborhoods spreading holiday cheer along with Christmas music on two special nights. December 15 starting at approximately 6:30pm, Santa will be visiting Belle Vista, Lido and North end of the City; December 16 Pass A Grille, Vina and Lazarillo neighborhoods. Routes do not include gated communities or dead-end streets.

Gulfport's 3rd Saturday IndieFaire Maker's Market
2021-12-18 13:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Gulfport, Shore & Beach Blvd, Gulfport, FL, 33707, United States
Head out to downtown Gulfport this Saturday, December 18th 1-9pm for a SPECIAL HOLIDAY extended 3rd Saturday IndieFaire Maker’s Market.
The Gulfport Merchants Chamber hosts Third Saturday IndieFaire in its arty downtown streets. This is an exciting new addition to the monthly calendar for craft lovers in Pinellas County.
IndieFaire features local art, hand made crafts and hand made goods designed by artisans from across our region.
Work ranges from jewelry & pottery to locally sourced botanicals in an outdoor and socially distanced setting along scenic Beach Boulevard in downtown Gulfport.
IndieFaire-Maker’s Market boasts a family-friendly atmosphere with live music and street performers. There are more than a dozen restaurants to choose from, a few breweries and wine bars and some local music venues as well. Retail shops, galleries and ice cream shops are open late and ready to serve you! Whatever your interest, Gulfport’s IndieFaire-Maker’s Market is a great night come to Gulfport and indulge your senses.
IndieFaire runs from 5-9pm on the third Saturday of each month.
Art makers are welcome to submit an application and images of your work for selection. Click on the submission link below.

Indian Rocks Beach Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
2021-12-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Indian Rocks Beach
HOLIDAY LIGHTED BOAT PARADE
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2021
Line up converges at 6:45 P.M.
Approximately 200 yards South of the southern end of the Holiday Inn.
At 7:00 P.M. , the parade heads under the Walsingham Bridge finishing off at Harbor Drive North .
NO FEE TO ENTER. SEE ATTACHED ENTRY FORM

Redington Beaches and Indian Shores Christmas Boat Parade
2021-12-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Indian Shores
There is nothing better than a parade during the holiday season. Wait!…maybe there is. It’s a boat parade!
The Redington Beaches and Indian Shores Christmas Boat Parade will be held on Sunday December 19th, 2021! You can’t help but get into the spirit of things with lights gleaming off the cool ripples in the water and the holiday sounds coming from the lavishly decorated vessels!
If you would like to enter the parade with your boat, please review, mail or fax the completed application to:
Town of Redington Beach
105 164th Ave.
Redington Beach, FL 33708
FAX NUMBER: (727) 397-6911
Email address: info@townofredingtonbeach.com

Here’s an awesome aerial video of last years Holiday Boat Parade (2020).

NYE Fireworks on St. Pete Beach
2021-12-31 20:00 - 20:30 | Upham Beach, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
The City of St. Pete Beach – Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best US Beach – is excited to partner with the Tradewinds, Sirata Beach Resort, Postcard Inn, and the Plaza Beach Resort to welcome 2022 with a bang. The sky (and water) will light up with New Year’s Eve fireworks. The spectacular fireworks show will launch at 8 p.m. from Upham Beach.

St. Pete Beach COO Jennifer McMahon said, “We are thrilled by the partnership with the St. Pete Beach hotels in creating a celebration of community, togetherness and new beginnings after a couple of difficult years. If you’ve attended our July 4th celebrations, you’ll know there is nothing comparable to beach fireworks. Taking in the colorful reflections as you sit on the sand is an unparalleled experience. Inquiries about rooms and ticketed events should be directed to individual host hotels.

Upham Beach will be closed Dec. 31st or set up. For more information, call 727-363-9245.

St. Pete Comic Con 2022
2022-01-08 - 2022-01-09 | St. Petersburg Coliseum, 535 4th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
The fifth-largest city in the state is getting its first comic convention – St. Pete Comic Con, set for January 8-9, 2022, at the Coliseum. The two-day, multi-genre comic convention will feature comics, anime, science fiction & fantasy, and cosplay. Tickets are $20 for one day, $30 for a weekend pass, and $100 for a VIP ticket. https://stpete.floridacomiccons.com/tickets
Each of Florida’s cities larger than St. Petersburg has numerous comic cons: In fact, Jacksonville, Tampa and Orlando have three or more each year. And there are more than 20 smaller cities that have excellent comic cons, such as Lakeland, Pensascola, and St. Augustine
“It’s long past time for St. Petersburg, a world-wide destination city, to have a high-end, annual comic convention,” said Dewey Caruthers, who is organizing the con with his teenage daughters Blu and Scarlet. “There has been an enthusiastic welcome from comic con fans, cosplayers and comic-related vendors locally and statewide,” he said.
Celebrity guests include three anime voice actors, four comic artists, and six of Florida’s top cosplayers. (full list https://stpete.floridacomiccons.com/guests/) “We’re bringing in voice actors and artists from around the nation as well as top cosplay talent from throughout the state,” said Blu Caruthers, a senior at the Academy of Entertainment Arts at Hollins High School.
Many of the anime voice actors and comic artists appearing at St. Pete Comic Con 2022 have never been to Florida or have not appeared in the state in many years, giving many fans a rare opportunity to get their photos and signatures. “We researched and analyzed tons of potential guests before deciding on those who would be best for our convention,” said Scarlet Caruthers, a freshman at the Academy of Entertainment Arts at Hollins High School.
Anime voice actors include Erica Schroeder, who voices characters from popular anime shows like Pokemon, Sonic the Hedgehog, One Piece, and Yu-Gi-Oh; and Mike McFarland who voices characters from beloved anime shows like Dragon Ball, My Hero Academia, Attack on Titan, and Fullmetal Alchemist; as well as Sarah Wiedenheft, who voices characters in My Hero Academia, Dragon Ball Super, Dr. Stone, and Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid.
Among the comic artists featured is Mike Grell, who is known for his work Green Arrow The Longbow Hunters, which was inspiration for the popular CW TV series “Arrow.” And Grell’s other work includes Green Lantern, The Warlord, and Jon Sable. Another featured artist is Alex Saviuk, who is well known for his seven-year run with Web of Spider-Man. Saviuk’s other work includes Superman and The Flash. Also appearing is Omar Francia, who is widely known for his work on Star Wars as well as Doom Patrol, Mass Effect and the critically acclaimed Volition. And Sergio Cariello, who is known for Deathstroke, Batman, the Avengers and The Action Bible.
In addition, award-winning guest cosplayers will host panel discussions, which includes a session on Saturday for first-time convention goers called “Comic Con 101,” and a session on Sunday for novice and intermediate cosplayers to hone their skills called “Cosplay Q&A: Ask the Experts.”
“We want people who are unfamiliar with comic conventions to feel welcome, join in on the fun, and meet the best cosplayers in Florida,” said Dewey Caruthers, noting that all of the cosplay guests have been featured in Florida Cosplay Digital Magazine.
Included in the convention schedule are cosplay contests each day, which will be judged by the guest cosplayers. Saturday’s cosplay contest is titled “craftsmanship,” with the following categories and prizes: best in show with a $200 award, master $150 award, journeyman $100, and novice $50. Immediately following the contest is a panel discussion with the winners, which includes analysis by the guest cosplayers. And Sunday’s cosplay contest is “runway”, and includes categories for best in show, best anime, best comic, best group, and best youth – all of whom will receive appropriately unusual trophies.
The convention will also feature anime activities and science fiction programming. For example, Sailor Moon anime activities include “Sailor Moon Jeopardy” and “Sailor Moon Death Match,” and Star Wars science fiction programming will feature light saber training.
Moreover, there are panel discussions on a wide range of geek topics. For instance, there will be two panels on the paranormal and ghosts, with one focusing on the phenomenon in Tampa Bay and the other specific to spirits in St. Petersburg. And there will be panels on anime and comics that feature the guest voice actors and artists.

St. Pete Beach Classic
2022-01-15 - 2022-01-16 | Sirata Beach Resort, 5300 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
St. Pete Beach Classic Launches New Events for January 15-16, 2022:
The St. Pete Beach Classic, the first premier community event of each year, hits St. Pete Beach January 15-16, with a host of exciting events, including several new ones for 2022. The St. Pete Beach Classic welcomes novice and competitive runners and walkers with races for every endurance level including: 5K, 10K, Beach Fun Run, Half Marathon, Duo Competition, Individual Marathon Challenge and Kids’ Dashes. The half marathon is the second race in the Burg to Beach to Bayshore series. The scenic racecourses run through the streets of beautiful St. Pete Beach, the Sunset Capital of Florida and Trip Advisor’s #1 US Beach! The courses are certified, flat, and fast, coursing by waterways and through neighborhoods.

All races begin and end at the Sirata Beach Resort & Conference Center,
5300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach.The weekend also features:
1) Health & Fitness Expo on Friday at the St. Pete Beach Rec Center;
2) Craft show featuring local artisans;
3) Beach volleyball experience complete with instruction, demonstrations, open play courts, and games played by members of the Sunshine State Outdoor Volleyball Association;
4) Saturday events culminating in a free beach bonfire that night with live music from The Big Brother Band;
5) Juried fine art exhibition hosted by Bella Unica Art Gallery, featuring local artists showcasing works inspired by St. Pete Beach’s natural beauty;
6) A beach cleanup Monday (Martin Luther King Day) from 9-11am with free parking and supplies. Delicious food available for purchase all weekend. Proceeds from the event will benefit designated charities. To sign up to volunteer or to participate or for more information than you even need, visit
www.stpetebeachclassic.com

25th Annual Treasure Island Sport Kite Competition and Festival
2022-01-15 - 2022-01-16 | Thunderbird Beach Resort, 10700 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL, 33706, United States
The 25th Annual Treasure Island Sport Kite Competition and Festival returns to Treasure Island Jan. 15-16. Taking place on Treasure Island Beach, Florida behind the host hotel, the Thunderbird Beach Resort.
Spectators, come be amazed by the talented kite flyers performing to music at this two-day event. This event includes kite flying of all types, ground displays, bubbles and tons of fun for all ages. Quad Line and Dual Line lessons will
be available on the beach allowing passersby a chance to learn how to fly stunt kites for FREE. After the sun goes down there is potential for a night fly in the same fabulous location! (weather/wind permitting of course).
Windworks is sponsoring and calling on all flyers to perform on Treasure Island Beach during the Martin Luther King Holiday weekend event. Call Windworks to sign up in advance and participate in the dual-line and multi-line sport kite flying competition. Last-minute signups will be taken on the field on the days of the event Those participating should be ready to supply the music for their routine. Kite Ballet routines and one-on-one Hot Tricks Competitions will take place throughout each day for everyone’s entertainment.
Windworks, from John’s Pass in Madeira Beach, will be on the beach for all your kiting needs including kid’s kites, stunt kites and accessories. Windworks will also hold a silent auction and hourly raffles in the kite tent all weekend. Stop by and purchase a ticket for your chance to win.
Remember, Monday is a holiday, so we urge you to plan on staying an extra day for recreational flying. January weather in Florida is usually ideal for kites, with mild temperatures and steady winds. Take full advantage of this opportunity to fly on white sandy beaches while many parts of the country will be covered in white stuff of a different kind.
For all other event information contact Windworks at (727) 320-9463

St. Pete Beer, Bacon and BBQ
2022-01-15 - 2022-01-16 | Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
A Festival Full of Rich & Smoky Brisket, Thick Crispy Bacon Cheeseburgers, Fall-off-the-Bone Ribs and Delicious Craft Beer! It’s the 5th Annual St. Pete Beer, Bacon & BBQ Festival at Vinoy Park.
Features Include –
> Over 50+ Bacon & BBQ Dishes from 20+ Food Vendors
> Great Craft Beers & Cocktails!
> Live Music by Great Local Bands | See Schedule Now
> Games, Prizes & Tons of Fun
Food will be available for purchase from over 20+ food vendors
Dogs are allowed, but they must be leashed, cleaned up after and hydated by owner.
A portion of the proceeds go to benefit HOOAH Inc. HOOAH is a 100% Volunteer National Veteran Nonprofit. Founded in 2011, Helping Out Our America Heroes supports all branches of the military.
This event was designed to provide equal opportunity for enjoyment by all participants. If you would like to request any particular aids or services pursuant to disability laws, please contact the event planner at 941-812-7400 or City of St Petersburg Community Affairs Division at (727) 893-7345 or (727)892-5259 TDD/TTY

Gulfport 3rd Saturday IndieFaire
2022-01-16 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Gulfport, Shore & Beach Blvd, Gulfport, FL, 33707, United States
The Gulfport Merchants Chamber hosts Third Saturday IndieFaire in its arty downtown streets. This is an exciting new addition to the monthly calendar for craft lovers in Pinellas County.
IndieFaire features local art, hand made crafts and hand made goods designed by artisans from across our region.
Work ranges from jewelry & pottery to locally sourced botanicals in an outdoor and socially distanced setting along scenic Beach Boulevard in downtown Gulfport.
IndieFaire-Maker’s Market boasts a family-friendly atmosphere with live music and street performers. There are more than a dozen restaurants to choose from, a few breweries and wine bars and some local music venues as well. Retail shops, galleries and ice cream shops are open late and ready to serve you! Whatever your interest, Gulfport’s IndieFaire-Maker’s Market is a great night come to Gulfport and indulge your senses.
IndieFaire runs from 5-9pm on the third Saturday of each month.

2022 Johns Pass Seafood Fest
2022-01-20 - 2022-01-23 | Johns Pass Village, 12901 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach, FL, 33708, United States
The 2022 John’s Pass Seafood Festival will take place January 20 – 23, 2022 at John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk located in Madeira Beach, FL. The 4 day festival will welcome Arts, Crafts, and Food vendors from all over to the area for an action packed weekend of live music and exciting activities.
Application for Arts & Crafts, Jewelry, Commercial, and Food Vendors is available now at https://madeirabeachfl.gov/johns-pass-seafood-festival/.

The general vendor application is for Arts & Crafts, Jewelry, and Commercial Vendors. The Arts & Crafts category consists of items which are 100% handmade.

The food vendor application is for tent based food vendors and food trucks interested in participating throughout the festival.

Live Music
The 2022 edition of the John’s Pass Seafood Festival will feature live local music on the big stage all weekend long! Performers interested in being apart of the 4 day line up are encouraged click on the image below and fill out the contact information!

Additional Information
For additional information related to the 2022 John’s Pass Seafood Festival, please contact the Madeira Beach Recreation Department at 727-392-0665.

St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show
2022-01-20 - 2022-01-23 | Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st Street South, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
The 44th annual St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show, the largest boat show on the Gulf Coast, is set to sail into the Duke Energy Center for the Arts Mahaffey Theater Yacht Basin and Albert Whitted Park in St. Petersburg, Florida.
The show will feature an impressive selection of powerboats and sailboats in water and on land, including a 40,000-square-foot clearspan tent housing all types of marine gear.
Both new and brokerage boats will be on display and whether you’re looking for a center console fishing boat, a yacht, a sailboat, or a kayak, you’ll find it here along with a comprehensive selection of marine gear and accessories.
Also, don’t forget to squeeze in time for seminars on various topics including boat maintenance, fishing, and the cruising lifestyle. For kids, look for programs that will be posted on the show site as the date nears.

Gulfport Arbor Day Celebration
2022-01-21 15:45 - 17:00 | Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport, FL, 33707, United States
City of Gulfport Celebration of Arbor Day
Friday, January 21st | 3:45 p.m.
Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S.
(near the outside beach playground)
Join the City of Gulfport as we celebrate trees and their importance to the environment during the Annual Arbor Day Celebration. Children from the School Year Child Care Program will read excerpts and the Gulfport Teen Council will serve refreshments. Free Live Oak and Crape Myrtle seedlings will be available to guests while supplies last. Call 893-1118 for more information.

Gulfport MIND BODY SPIRIT Expo
2022-01-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Gulfport Casino, 5500 Bayshore Blvd S, Gulfport, FL, 33707, United States
Saturday, January 22nd | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.
Refresh and be well Gulfport! This is a FREE event exploring mindfulness, happiness and healthy balance! 50+ psychics and 20+ vendors, creating the leading metaphysical, natural health & holistic connections.

St. Petersburg Seafood & Music Festival
2022-01-28 - 2022-01-30 | Williams Park, 330 2nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on January 28-30, 2022 in Williams Park for the 4th Annual St. Petersburg Seafood & Music Festival. Festivities begin Friday evening from 4pm-10pm and continue Saturday 11am-10pm and Sunday 11am-6pm. Come enjoy downtown St. Petersburg with friends and family. The event is graciously co-hosted by the City of St. Petersburg. General admission is FREE!

Select from delectable foods cooked on site incorporating the freshest ingredients by local restaurants and food purveyors. A variety of seafood entrees and vegetarian dishes will be available, along with a diversity of side dishes and desserts, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
While enjoying your meal, sit back and relax to musical entertainment consisting of live on-stage performances by some of the most creative and talented musicians from both the local and regional circuit. Friday starts the weekend off with stellar performances by: the Kara Nally Band (blues, rock), Albert Castiglia (blues), and Pat Travers (rock). Saturday sees performances by the outstanding musicians and groups: Joshua Scott Jones (rootsy rock country), Selwyn Birchwood (electric swamp funkin’ blues), the Black Honkeys (funk, rock, R&B, gospel), ARS (–) and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy (swing, jazz). The ‘finale’ on Sunday will give you amazing performances by the Hummingbirds (country, blues), Sean Chambers (blues, rock), and Ronnie Dee & The Superstars (funk, soul, rock n’ roll). In the breaks between performances explore a marketplace of arts, crafts and fine products. Examples of what you may find are shown in the column to the right.
Gather family members and friends to enjoy the food, music and beautiful views of downtown St. Petersburg. Enjoy – relaxing! And as an added bonus: shop a marketplace of arts, crafts and fine products between musical performances!

Clearwater Running Festival
2022-01-28 - 2022-01-30 | Sand Key Park, 1060 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater, FL, 33767, United States
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

SATURDAY, JANUARY 29, 2022
6:00am-12:00pm: Expo / Early Bib Pick Up at Sand Key Park
7:00am: 5K Start
9:30am: Kids Fun Runs (100m dash)
11:00am: Moms On The Run Live Show hosted by C-Tolle Run (Olympian Carrie Tollefson) & Ali on the Run (podcaster, Ali Feller)
SUNDAY, JANUARY 30, 2022
5:45am-6:45am: Race Day Bib Pick Up /Race Day Registration at Sand Key Park
7:00am: Ultra, Marathon, Half-Marathon, Half Marathon Relay Start
8:30am-2pm: Finish Line Party sponsored by Caddy’s

St. Pete Beach Concerts in the Park
2022-01-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive, St. pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
Welcome to the Spring Concert Series in Horan Park! Bring your friends, family and chairs and enjoy a night full of live entertainment! These are FREE events. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase.
Jan 28: Fleetwood Max (7pm-9pm)
Feb 25: U2.0 The Ultimate U2 Tribute (7pm-9pm)
Mar 25: Trezz Hombres ZZ Top Tribute (7pm-9pm)
Apr 15: Beatle Beat Beatles Tribute (7pm-9pm)
Location: Horan Park 7701 Boca Ciega Dr. St. Pete Beach FL, 33706

Florida Suncoast Tiny Home Festival
2022-01-29 - 2022-01-30 | England Brothers Park, 5010 81st Ave N, Pinella Park, FL, 33781, United States
The Florida Suncoast Tiny Home Festival (formerly the “St Pete Tiny Home Festival”) is returning… and this time it will be the 23rd tiny home festival organized by the United Tiny House Association!
Florida Suncoast Tiny Home Festival
Sat & Sun (Jan 29-30, 2022) 10am-5pm
England Brothers Park
5010 81st Avenue North
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Tickets: https://unitedtinyhouse.com/tickets/
~ $10.00 online until January 1, 2022*
~ $15.00 online Jan 1-28, 2022*
~ $20.00 at gate & online during event*
*For a full weekend 2-day admission pass, which is an AWESOME deal for such a FESTIVAL… and all to help others.
PLUS… if you want FREE admission, you can sign up as a volunteer for a 4-hour shift and receive a full-weekend pass, some snacks, and drink.
ALL military (active, retired, and discharged), firefighters and on-scene emergency responders, badged-law enforcement, and children (12 years of age and under) ALL have FREE admission!
Save $$ get your discounted tickets by 01/28/2022 (see above) or before they SELL OUT https://unitedtinyhouse.com/tickets/
Prices go up at the gate: FULL Weekend Pass (Good for both days) $20 // Kids 12 & under get in FREE!
FREE Parking!
January 29-30. 2022 // Sat & Sun // 10am-5pm
Vendor & sponsorship opportunities contact festivals@unitedtinyhouse.com // 706-623-4332
For information regarding the entire weekend’s schedule, activities, tickets, local accommodations, on-site camping, and more… please visit https://unitedtinyhouse.com/
Be part of our tiny house family, Signup to be a volunteer and receive a full weekend pass, some eats, anbd drink, during your shift.
Our 2022 event will feature tiny homes, micro homes, food trucks, mobile boutiques, artists, vendors, workshops, entertainment, and much more!

Paranormal Investigation 101
2022-01-29 18:00 - 20:30 | Suntan Art Center, 3300 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706, United States
Are you interested in learning more about paranormal investigation and ghost hunting? Then this is for you. The SPIRITS of St. Petersburg, a team whose existence spans over twenty years, is offering a one day class that will offer the fundamentals and demonstrations of ghost investigations. This includes evidence review, technology demonstrations, and ghost stories from the team’s experiences. We will also talk of the history and heritage of the haunted building we are in!

The event is hosted in the historic Don Vista building next door to the famed Don Cesar. In fact, a SPIRITS investigation during the World’s Largest Ghost Hunt event revealed that the Don Cesar and Don Vista buildings may share the same ghosts! (Thomas Rowe lived in the building while the Don Cesar was being built, and his spirit may still be there, too).

Gulfport Lions Club Foundation ﻿Rock the 70's Dance Party
2022-01-29 19:00 - 23:00 | Gulfport Casino, 5500 Bayshore Blvd S, Gulfport, FL, 33707, United States
Saturday, January 29th | 7 – 11 p.m.
Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.
Join us for the first of what is sure to be an annual event! Cocktails, appetizers, and disco dancing on the south’s greatest dance floor!
Gulfport Lions Club Foundation is hosting this event to support the Boca Ciega High School Scholarship Fund. Come and enjoy a night of boogying with your friends and neighbors!
Tickets are $25 each or $30 for VIP which sits closest to the dance floor. We will have a silent auction, professional DJ, and maybe even a 70’s costume contest!

The Rat Pack Together Again
2022-01-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Catherine A Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Avenue South, Gulfport , FL, 33707, United States
This production takes you on a musical journey featuring the greatest hits from the legendary Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. Treat yourself to Sinatra classics including Come Fly with Me, My Way, and New York, New York. Dino’s great songs like Everybody Loves Somebody and That’s Amore and Sammy’s dynamic Mr. Bojangles and Candy Man! These guys not only sing like their heroes, they resemble them on stage too! Don’t miss this exciting afternoon with Frank, Dean, and Sammy!

12th Annual Dunedin Music & Craft Beer Festival
2022-02-04 - 2022-02-05 | Dunedin Marina/Edgewater Park, 51 Main Street, Dunedin, FL, 34698, United States
Presented by: HOB™ Brewing Co & Dunedin House of Beer A weekend flowing with local craft brews, live music, arts & crafts, and much more! This Annual Craft Beer Fest is happening at Edgewater Park Dunedin.
Event Opens: Friday March 4th 2022 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM and Saturday March 5th starting at 12 p.m to 10:00 PM and will feature live music on both days and local food vendors.
Located in the heart of Downtown Dunedin Florida.
Downtown Dunedin features seven breweries and a distillery within a 1-mile radius, and they not only coexist, they’re thriving. Looking for a weekend getaway Dunedin has lots of options from B&B’s to hotels.
Make Dunedin your beer vacation weekend and join us. Dunedin is the home of the Toronto Blue Jays spring training, also close by the Philadelphia Phillies spring training located in Clearwater Florida.
Admission is free. Come Join us all weekend long, live music, local food vendors, arts and crafts, and much more!

Gulfport First Friday Art Walk
2022-02-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Gulfport, Shore & Beach Blvd, Gulfport, FL, 33707, United States
Gulfport’s First Friday Art Walk occurs each month from 5pm – 9pm. The downtown area comes to life with artists, musicians and art appreciators. The Gulfport First Friday Art Walk is free to attend with free parking. Hosted by the Gulfport Merchants Chamber, all safety protocols are met and exceeded to ensure a safe and entertaining night for the entire family.

Come join us with free live music up and down the street. Follow the flags for artist clusters, displaying paintings, jewelry, glass, mixed media sculpture and more. First Friday Art Walk is a juried event that welcomes emerging and professional artists in all media to engage our arts loving community in a safe, creative and socially distanced manner. Come join us each First Friday of the month and get inspired! For more information, please visit http://visitgulfportflorida.com/first-friday-art-walk/

So Classic Car Show
2022-02-05 09:00 - 15:00 | Trolley Market Square, Tangerine Ave. S. & 49th St. S, Gulfport, FL, 33707, United States
The 13th annual So Classic Car Show is set for February 5th 2022 from 9am-3pm.
49th Street South Business Association and the City of Gulfport are working on our next FUN project for everyone. The 2022 trolley Market Square So classic Car Show date is set for February 5th 2022. Our goal will be to have Music throughout the day, (Provided by BCHS Concert Band and Lakewood High Concert Band) and a great Car Show for all ages. This will be a free and open event to the whole community. We are starting the Sponsorship fund raising now. Please think about getting involved today, because without your help our projects would not be possible. There are different levels of involvement, I will have vendor space for all my sponsors but there will be a limited number of spaces.
This will be a free and open event to the whole community.
Car Show Awards
Best of Show, Mayor’s Choice Grand Champion of show.
Judging will also be done in age groups in increments of 10 years starting with the oldest car on site.
Additional judging will be done on other areas such Top Car Club (most cars registered), Most Miles Traveled to show and much more.
Over 90 Trophy awards will be presented so reserve your spot today.
Out of town clubs, rooms available at Quality Inn St. Pete Clearwater airport location.
E-mail Tony at (frontdesk.flb92@gmail.com)
Sponsorships
We are starting the fund raising now and the Car Registration so that we are ready. Please think about getting
involved today because without your help our projects would not be possible. There are different levels
of involvement, vendor space is available for sponsors, but there will be a limited number of spaces.
Car Entry: Early Registration: $15 | At the gate: $20
