#1 Corey Avenue Art & Craft Festival
Kick off the new year in style at the Corey Ave Art & Craft Festival, a beloved St. Pete Beach tradition celebrating creativity, community, and handcrafted talent. Stroll the charming Corey Avenue district as it transforms into an outdoor gallery filled with unique, handmade creations from skilled regional artisans. With its lively atmosphere, coastal charm, and fantastic local shops and eateries just steps away, this weekend festival offers a memorable experience for all ages. Free.
Learn more at https://eventvesta.com/events/123657-corey-ave-art-craft-festival.
#2 Dunedin Craft Festival
Head up to Dunedin’s upscale Main Street this Saturday & Sunday for their 29th Annual Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival. The Downtown Dunedin Art Festival runs down Main Street and showcases award-winning fine artists. Meet the artists and explore an array of mediums- sculpture, photography, glass, paintings, ceramics, jewelry and more!
Learn more at https://www.artfestival.com/festivals/downtown-dunedin-art-festival.
#3 Gulfport Night Market
Head downtown Gulfport this Friday, to kick off 2026 at the Gulfport Night Market. In 2025 Gulfport transformed their First Friday Art Walks and Third Saturday IndieFaire into their NEW bi-monthly Gulfport Night Market on the first Friday and third Saturday monthly. The night market concept unites the energy of the former events, offering an evening marketplace experience with vibrant local offerings from makers, artisans, and small business vendors to engage the community & visitors as they shop, stroll, and sip in beautiful downtown Gulfport.
Learn more at https://www.tampabaymarkets.com/gulfport-night-market.
#4 9th Annual Sun Bash Tampa Bay
Get in on the action at Sun Bash Tampa Bay, happening January 1–3 at Northside Christian in St. Petersburg! This thrilling high school basketball tournament brings top teams from Florida and beyond for 3 days of competitive play and exciting matchups. Known for showcasing future college and pro talent, Sun Bash is a must-see for sports fans of all ages with previous 12 previous players making it to the NBA. Head to Northside Christian & cheer on the next generation of stars!
Learn more at https://www.sunbashtourney.com/tampa-schedule/.
#5 Canine Circus in Largo
Don’t miss the Canine Circus at Central Park Performing Arts Center this Saturday, January 3rd 11am ! This family-friendly matinee features talented dogs and their humans performing amazing tricks, stunts and hilarious antics that will delight kids and adults alike. Part of the CPPAC Family Time Series, this lively show is the perfect way to kick off the new year with fun and laughter. $10-25.
Learn more at https://www.largoarts.com/news_detail_T11_R37.php.