TAMPA BAY, Fla. - If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend (August 10-12), there's plenty of action happening around the Tampa Bay area.
Friday, August 10
Omni Pop-Up Market at 7venth Sun Brewery
When: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Where: 7venth Sun Brewery at 6809 North Nebraska, Tampa
Cost: Free
Info: Omni Pop-Up Market travels around the Bay area each month offering a unique experience for every event. You will find something for yourself, something for your friend, your mom, your neighbor, your dog, your child, your weird Uncle John all while supporting small, local businesses. At Omni, we want to give vendors the opportunity to showcase their items while giving you the opportunity to check them out with a cold beer in your hand and a belly full of food truck goodness.
Imagine Dragons: EVOLVE TOUR
When: 7 p.m.
Where: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Ampitheatre at 4802 US Highway 301 North, Tampa
Cost: $110
Info: Imagine Dragons is coming to Tampa this weekend! The American pop band will play Friday at the Florida State Fairgrounds at 7 p.m.
Jim Florentine Standup
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Side Splitters Comedy Club at 12938 North Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa
Cost: $10
Info: Jim Florentine is a stand-up comedian, TV host, actor, podcaster and voice artist. He is best known as the voices of "Special Ed" and "Bobby Fletcher" from Comedy Central's "Crank Yankers" and as the guy who spends his days turning the tables on Telemarketers. He just released a new CD called "Terrorizing Telemarketers Volume 5 Wanted Dead or Alive." Florentine will be performing at Side Splitters Comedy Club at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $10.
To Tampa with Love Art Show at The Bricks
When: 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Where: The Bricks at 1327 East 7th Avenue, Tampa
Cost: Free
Info: The Bricks is proud to have been able to grow with the local Tampa Bay Street Art scene for the last eight years. Join the night for a collection of art showcasing the local murals of Tampa Bay depicted by other local artists.
Saturday, August 11
Dunedin Food Tour
When: 1 p.m.
Where: 221 Main Street, Dunedin
Cost: $65
Info: Eat, drink and savor the local cuisine in the charming coastal community of Dunedin just 30 minutes west from Tampa and a trolley ride from Tampa Bay area beaches of Clearwater and St. Petersburg. The walking tour will include sampling house specialties, from a hogfish slider to the “chef’s creation of the day” at 6-7 of Dunedin’s favorite independent eateries and craft breweries. You are certain to have a memorable dining experience as all of our stops are family owned independent gems.
The Lion King at Capitol Theatre
When: 3 p.m.
Where: Capitol Theatre at 405 Cleveland Street, Clearwater
Cost: $5
Info: Come watch the classic Disney movie The Lion King at Capitol Theatre this weekend! General admission tickets cost $5. If you spend an additional $4 on your ticket, you get unlimited soda and popcorn.
Pet Pal Pup Crawl
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Pinellas Ale Works at 1962 1st Avenue South, St. Petersburg
Cost: $25
Info: This is a dog-friendly fundraiser that includes a walk to five local bars in Grand District Central Association. Each bar will have drink specials for crawlers, a raffle basket and a doggie biscuit bar. Free water provided too! Swag bags will be picked up at registration and will include your wristband, raffle tickets, and more for just a $25 donation.
Five Finger Death Punch And Breaking Benjamin
When: 6 p.m.
Where: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Ampitheatre at 4802 US Highway 301 North, Tampa
Cost: $60
Info: Five Finger Death Punch will be rocking out the Florida State Fairgrounds on Saturday! The heavy metal band will also be performing with Breaking Benjamin. Show begins at 6 p.m.
Tampa Bay Rowdies vs. North Carolina FC
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Al Lang Stadium at 230 1st Street South, St. Petersburg
Cost: Click here for ticket information
Info: The Tampa Bay Rowdies will take on the North Carolina FC Saturday night! Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m.
J. Cole: KOD Tour with guest Young Thug
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Amalie Arena at 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa
Cost: $45
Info: J. Cole is bringing his KOD Tour to Tampa! The Saturday performance will also feature special guest Young Thug.
Sunday, August 12
Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market
When: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Southern Brewing & Winemaking at 4500 North Nebraska Avenue, Tampa
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy a Sunday Fun-Day at the Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market! Check out live music, fresh produce, handcrafts, and so much more! This free event is pet-friendly as well.
Imagine Museum
When: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Imagine Museum at 1901 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg
Cost: Free
Info: Known for its incredible detail and creative visuals, the Imagine Museum in St. Pete showcases some of the best studio glass art. The display features over 500 pieces of glass art from international, national and local artists. Experience the extraordinary collection of studio glass, rotating exhibitions, and a growing collection of premiere International Studio Glass not seen anywhere else on the Gulf Coast. Click here to see photos!
Smash Room of Lakeland
When: 2 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Where: Smash Room of Lakeland at 2120 East Edgewood Drive, Lakeland
Cost: $30
Info: Have you ever been so angry you wanted to tear something to bits? Well, now there’s a safe place to do just that. The Smash Room of Lakeland allows you to relieve some stress by destroying real-life mocked rooms that simulate an actual workplace, living area or kitchen. Complete with glassware, mannequins, TVs, tables and many other breakable items, the Smash Room of Lakeland can set up the perfect rage experience.
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