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Upcoming events
UPSHOT Tampa: Team Name & Logo Unveiling
December 1, 2026 · 6 p.m. Eastern
The Skills Center, 5107 N. 22nd St., Tampa
Join the official team-name and logo reveal for Tampa’s new professional women’s basketball team.
Gasparilla Bowl
December 18, 2026 · 2:30 p.m. Eastern
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa
College football returns to Tampa for the Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl. The organizer says game tickets go on sale in December after team selection.
Tampa Riverwalk Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
December 19, 2026 · Tampa Riverwalk, downtown Tampa
See decorated boats light up the Hillsborough River. Check the organizer’s page for the route and viewing details.
Official Tampa Riverwalk Holiday Lighted Boat Parade details
Tampa Black Heritage Business Seminar
January 19, 2027 · 9–11 a.m. · Entrepreneur Collaborative Center, Tampa
The festival’s business seminar series opens with a session focused on entrepreneurship, professional development and networking.
Children’s Gasparilla
January 23, 2027 · Bayshore Boulevard, Tampa
An alcohol-free Gasparilla celebration for families. Check the organizer’s schedule for parade times, access and reserved seating.
Gasparilla Pirate Fest
January 30, 2027 · Tampa waterfront and Bayshore Boulevard
Tampa’s signature pirate celebration. General attendance is free; reserved seating and other options are sold separately. Confirm routes and timing with the organizer.
Florida State Fair
February 4–15, 2027 · Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa
Plan ahead for the fair. Daily schedules, entertainment and admission information are available through the organizer.
Run for Us 5K
February 7, 2027 · Al Lopez Park, Tampa
Run or walk a 5K with the Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival. The organizer lists separate entry prices by age.
Gasparilla Distance Classic
February 20–21, 2027 · Bayshore Boulevard, Tampa
The 50th race weekend includes a 5K, 8K, 15K and half marathon.
Florida Strawberry Festival
March 4–14, 2027 · Plant City
The annual festival celebrates the harvest with agricultural exhibits, crafts and entertainment.
Sharkapalooza
March 20–21, 2027 · Spa Beach at the St. Pete Pier, St. Petersburg
A free waterfront festival centered on ocean conservation, art and education.
New listings checked against organizer sources November 6, 2026. Confirm schedules and admission details before attending.
Earlier listings · October 27, 2026
These previously listed dates have passed. Confirm any future dates directly with the organizers.
Visit Tampa Bay Annual Meeting
Tuesday, October 27 · 11:30 a.m.
Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa
Visit Tampa Bay’s annual meeting brings together tourism and hospitality partners. Check the organizer’s page for registration and attendance requirements.
CDC of Tampa Ladies Night
Tuesday, October 27 · 5–8 p.m.
Chloe Coney Urban Enterprise Center, 1907 E. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa
Free breast-cancer screenings are available during the event. Screening appointments should be reserved in advance through MammoLink.
All times Eastern. Schedules, admission requirements, ticket prices and availability may change. Confirm details with the organizer before attending.