1- Grouper Gala
Join the City of Madeira Beach in celebrating their 75th Anniversary at their Grouper Gala this Saturday, May 7th 6-9pm at Madeira Beach Recreation Complex. This FREE event will feature the Caribbean Chillers, Florida’s Favorite Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band. The night will be capped with a fireworks display from the fishing pier in Madeira Beach. Grouper Dinner tickets are available now for those who wanted to enjoy some fresh local catch on the night of the event. The $40 advance ticket will get you grouper, fries, slaw, pasta salad, and two drink tickets. Limited number are available. MORE INFO
2- Celebrate Mom
Check out the May issue of Paradise News for shops, events & local restaurants where you can celebrate mom. Our monthly DINING column by Nanette Wiser features fresh dishes at your favorite local restaurants, cafes & bars. Our May events section is full of great ideas for local exhibits, special events & festivals mom will love. Plus, St. Pete Beach’s Tradewinds Resorts is having Mother’s Days Specials at both their Palm Court Italian Grill and Rumfish Grill. Find more in our May issue at ParadiseNewsFL.com.
3- FINAL WEEKEND for American Stage in the Park
Get ready to kick off your Sunday shoes as the high-energy pop musical FOOTLOOSE dances into Demens Landing this weekend for American Stage in the Park’s 2022 production. Based on the explosive rock-n-roll musical movie, this Broadway hit tells the story of Ren McCormack, a big-city teen who finds himself out of place in a rural town where dancing has been outlawed. Showings are Wednesdays through Sundays at 8pm (park opens at 6pm) now through May 8th. Click here for tickets.
4- St. Pete Spring Market
The Warehouse Arts District and Deuces Live is hosting a Spring Market experience along the trail this Saturday, May 7th 3-8pm. The St. Pete Spring Market is a unique bike-and-pedestrian-friendly pop-up market experience! Shop from 150+ artists and makers as you enjoy the galleries, food, and live entertainment at various locations. Click here to learn more.
5- Gulfport’s First Friday Art Walk
Downtown Gulfport will come alive with artists, musicians and art appreciators this Friday, May 6th for their monthly First Friday Art Walk. Free live music up and down the street. Follow the flags for artist clusters, displaying paintings, jewelry, glass, mixed media sculpture and more. Click here to learn more.