#1 Corey Avenue Grand Re-Opening
Join the St. Pete Beach community on Corey Avenue this Saturday, May 17th 4-9pm for a day full of celebration, music, and local pride as they mark the Grand Re-Opening of the Avenue and the 30th Anniversary of the Corey Area Business Association! They will kick of the celebration with a ribbon cutting ceremony by the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber at 4pm. DJ Swankadelic + Dancing in the Street take the stage 4-7pm then Pirate Flag (Kenny Chesney Tribute Band) play 7-9pm. They will wrap up the evening at 9pm by lighting the Beach Theater Marquee. Come Shop, Dine and Unwind as we celebrate the heart of our beachside community.
Learn more at https://eventvesta.com/events/103445-corey-avenue-grand-re-opening-celebration.
#2 Gulfport Night Market
Head out to Gulfport’s Historical Waterfront Arts District this Saturday, May 17th 5-9pm for their bi-monthly Night Market! The Night Market spans six city blocks which include more than 35 unique and locally owned shops, businesses, boutiques, galleries, bars, and restaurants. The Gulfport Night Market is year-round 5-9pm on the first Friday and third Saturday of each month.
#3 History in a Bottle
Join the St. Petersburg Museum of History for a Gin-Tastic celebration this Saturday, May 17th. This round of History in a Bottle will feature a global tasting of Gin and Gourmet Bites! Guests will be welcomed with a featured drink and then indulge in an evening of a curated selection of fine gins, perfectly paired food, and a history lesson of the world of gin. Presented by St. Petersburg Distillery and Events by the Glass! $90.
#4 St. Pete Italian Fest
Experience the vibrant flavors and culture of Italy at the St. Pete Italian Fest this Saturday, May 17th 10am-5pm at Vinoy Park in downtown St. Pete. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, live music, exotic car displays, and family-friendly activities. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the gate & free for kids under 10.
Learn more at http://www.stpeteitalianfest.com/.
#5 Painting in the Park
Join the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg this Saturday, May 17th 11am-3pm for Painting in the Park- a free, family-friendly celebration marking the MFA’s 60th anniversary. Enjoy over 20 hands-on art activities inspired by artists like Monet, O’Keeffe, and Adams, plus live entertainment, food trucks, and a sensory relief zone. Complete at least 10 activities in their Painting in the Park Discovery Passport to earn the prize of free Family Admission to the MFA!
Learn more at https://mfastpete.org/event/painting-in-the-park-2025/.