Weekend Events August 22-24, 2025

Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest

Head out to The Morean Center for Clay this Saturday, August 23rd noon-3pm for the 14th Annual Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest!  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. Reserve your box of cupcakes ($25) at https://moreanartscenter.org/Cupcakes/. No day-of purchases.

Mad Beach Burger Week

The annual mouthwatering Madeira Beach Burger Week wraps up this Sunday, August 24th! For just $10 per burger, explore participating restaurants with your official Burger Week Passport, collecting stamps along the way. Vote for the Best and Most Creative Burger, and you could win prizes! Free passports are available at the Madeira Beach Rec Center, City Hall, Pinellas Beaches Chamber  & participating restaurants.

Learn more at https://www.madeirabeachburgerweek.com/.

Gulfport’s Geckoball

Gulfport’s Gecko Season continues this Saturday, August 23rd at their annual soirée- Geckoball. This quirky, costume-filled party features a live auction of local art, a silent auction packed with unique items, a lively costume contest, the crowning of this year’s Gecko Queen, photo ops, food trucks (or BYO feast), and adult beverages available by donation. Expect dancing, dazzling entertainment & creative flair at The Maria Center. The Gecko Ball transforms local nightlife into a quirky, colorful party! $35.

Learn more and get tickets at https://visitgulfportflorida.com/event/gecko-ball/.

wearable ART 19

Get ready for a daring collision of art and fashion this Saturday, August 23rd at Dunedin Fine Art Center’s 19th annual wearable ART show. In “Blurred,” local designers dissolve the line between couture and fine art with bold, boundary-breaking creations. For the past 18 years, WA designers have shocked, defied and delighted audiences with fashions that arrest the senses & exceed imagination!

Learn more at https://www.dfac.org/event/wearable-art-19-blurred/.

Visit Imagine Museum

Time is running out to take advantage of Imagine Museum’s summer locals deal! This summer Florida residents get discounted admission to Imagine Museum. Escape the heat in Imagine Museum’s 21 sparkling glass art galleries & Imagine’s popular Marble Scavenger Hunt. Bring the kids (or grandkids) for a relaxing family day, or treat yourself to a creative outing! $10 GA | $5 for students & educators. Offer valid though Aug 31st.

Learn more at https://tickets.imaginemuseum.com/events/563/detail/680297764e1f3004dd495bfc.

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