Weekend Digest Tampa January 24 & 25

Your weekend is here, Tampa Bay! Here’s a look at the news and what events are going on in the area.

This weekend will be much warmer than last with no cold fronts on the way.

Saturday will be the warmest day we’ve had in a while with a high temperature near 80. Skies will be partly sunny.

Saturday night will be partly cloudy with lows in the upper 50s to low 60s.

Sunday will be partly cloudy with a 20% chance of a shower. Highs will be in the upper 70s.

Beach and boating

This weekend will be much better for beach and boating conditions. Saturday will be the slightly better day for the beach as it will be dry, but both days will be mild.

Boating conditions will be mainly good this weekend with 10 knot winds on Saturday and 5 to 10 knot winds on Sunday.

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PINELLAS

Pinellas Taco Festival | Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: The Pinellas Taco Fest is back for its fifth year. Get ready to witness a fierce culinary competition, indulge in endless tacos, and celebrate your love for tacos.

Location: England Brothers Park | 5010 81st Ave N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781

The American Revolution Experience Traveling Exhibition on Tour | Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Step into the American Revolution like you’ve never experienced before. Meet a remarkable cast of real people who lived through the Revolution, each with their own story and the places that shaped their journeys.

Location: Clearwater Historical Society | 610 S. Ft. Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756

St. Pete Street Market | Saturday, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.: This family friendly event takes place every fourth Saturday of the month and features vendors, artists, and cold beer. Pets are welcome.

Location: Pinellas Ale Works | 1962 1st Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712

HILLSBOROUGH

Children’s Gasparilla 2026 Parade & Events | Saturday, 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.: The popular children’s event will be packed with pirate-themed activities including the Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Rodeo, Gasparilla Air Invasion, Preschooler’s Stroll for children five and under (pre-registration is required), Children’s Parade, Nighttime Gasparilla Air Invasion, and the Piratechnic Fireworks Extravaganza to end the evening.

Location: Bayshore Boulevard | Tampa, FL 33606

Sunkissed Fiber Festival | Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | $5: The Sunkissed Fiber Festival is a vibrant celebration of the fiber arts community. Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience showcasing a diverse range of fiber products and talents. Discover unique yarns, textiles, and accessories while connecting with fellow fiber enthusiasts.

Location: Hillsborough County Fairgrounds | 215 Sydney Washer Rd, Dover, FL 33527

USF Men’s Basketball vs. FAU | Sunday, 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | $18+: Visit the Yuengling Center as USF Men’s Basketball hosts rival FAU in a home matchup. Fans can expect an energetic atmosphere, great competition, giveaways, and a fun game-day experience for all ages.

Location: Yuengling Center | 12499 USF Bull Run Drive, Tampa, FL 33617

POLK

Annual Kiwanis Pancake Festival | Saturday, 7 a.m. – 12 p.m. | $8: The Annual Kiwanis Pancake Festival is the Kiwanis Club of Winter Haven’s annual fundraiser for scholarships, projects, and support of other nonprofits in the area. Tickets cover unlimited pancakes, sausages, and drinks. There will be several themed baskets being raffled off, along with guests, vendors, and more.

Location: St. John’s United Methodist Church and Preschool | 1800 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33884

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade, Unity Day Festival and Community Gathering | Saturday, 12 p.m.: The parade will start downtown and end at Myers & Wiley Field. Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy with a series of events throughout the city.

Location: Downtown Haines City | Haines City, FL 33844

R.W. Blake Academy Open House | Saturday, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.: R. W. Blake Academy is hosting an open house event for prospective students. Families are welcome to visit the campus, learn about the Cambridge program, and experience the culture of R. W. Blake Academy.

Location: R.W. Blake Academy | 510 Hartsell Ave #190, Lakeland, FL 33815

PASCO

Tea with Friends | Saturday, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Share ideas, plan upcoming Friends activities, and welcome new members. Bring a friend or come as you are and help grow the next chapter of community support for the Centennial Park Library.

Location: Centennial Park Branch Library | 5740 Moog Rd, Holiday, FL 34690

Upper Tampa Bay Car Show | Saturday, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.: All vehicles will get a swag bag. There will also be an open bar, cigar lounge, vendors, raffles, live entertainment, food trucks, custom trophies and more.

Location: St. Timothy Catholic Church | 17512 Lakeshore Rd, Lutz, FL 33558

Sunday Harvest Markets at the Grove | Sunday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Guests can shop with over 100 local merchants and a wide variety of decor, clothing, treats, accessories, produce and more.

Location: Grove at Wesley Chapel | 6133 Wesley Grove Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544

HERNANDO

Booksville Festival | Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: The Booksville Festival celebrates all the ways literature touches our lives. With activities and adventures geared for the entire family, you’ll experience lots of ways to celebrate the joy of storytelling.

Location: Hernando County Fairgrounds | 6436 Broad St, Brooksville, FL 34601

All Star Monster Truck Tour | Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | $10 – $84.95: The All Star Monster Truck Tour brings the superstar monster trucks and drivers you see in stadiums across the United States to your hometown. Feel the power in your seat, hear the massive engines roar, and enjoy live entertainment.

Location: Hernando County Fairgrounds | 6436 Broad St, Brooksville, FL 34601

STEAM Lab | Saturday, 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.: This family friendly event includes hands-on STEM activities such as Lite Brite, Marble Run builder, Bee-Bot robots, Sphero BOLT robots, Snap Circuits, Robo 3D printing, and KEVA planks.

Location: East Hernando Branch Library | 6457 Windmere Rd, Brooksville, FL 34602

MANATEE

Coquina Beach Party Seafood & Music Festival | Saturday, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Get ready for a weekend filled with fresh-cooked seafood favorites, served by top local vendors on-site. Wash it all down with a wide selection of beverages, including tropical cocktails, cold brews, and non-alcoholic options.

Location: Cocquina Beach | 2650 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217

Saturday Spread Party | Saturday, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.: A “Saturday Spread” is a social gathering and creative market among friends. The concept is to bring a homemade or handcrafted item — enough of their item for every other person at the party to take one home. It’s a fun way to connect, share your creative endeavors and enjoy good company.

Location: The Wellness Center of Ellenton | 7018 US-301, Ellenton, FL 34222

Join the Manatee Players: Audition for Our Next Production | Sunday, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.: The Manatee Players invite you to step into the spotlight and become part of their troupe. These are non-paid volunteer roles in all shows and you must be 13 years of age or older to audition.

Location: Manatee Performing Arts Center | 502 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205

CITRUS

Games on Your Feet | Saturday, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Bring the kids to The Old Courthouse Heritage Museum for the free event. There will be classic games such as Simon Says, Freeze Dance, Red Light/Green Light, Musical Squares, plus some new ones.

Location: Old Courthouse Heritage Museum | 1 Courthouse Square, Inverness, FL 34450

Small Town Saturday Night | Saturday, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.: Get ready for an evening of free, live music. Headlining the night is Homegrown: The Zac Brown Band Tribute Experience, a one-of-a-kind tribute to the Grammy Award–winning Zac Brown Band.

Location: Downtown Inverness on the Square | 207 Courthouse Square Inverness, FL 34450

Citrus Cars and Coffee | Sunday, 8 a.m.: Meet other auto enthusiasts featuring coffee and food. All car makes and models are welcome.

Location: Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters | 2416 N Heritage Oaks Path, Hernando, FL 34442

SARASOTA

23rd Annual St. Armands Circle Art Festival | Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: The free, outdoor event takes place along South Boulevard of Presidents and inside St. Armand’s Circle. National and local artists are set to display their fine works in a prestigious show encompassing life-sized sculpture, fine jewelry, striking works of art and hand-crafted apparel and decor.

Location: St. Armands Circle | 1 St Armands Cir, Sarasota, FL 34236

Fire Fest | Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: This family event explores how prescribed burns protect communities and property from wildfires while maintaining Florida’s natural ecosystems for present and future generations. Enjoy live fire demonstrations, helicopter bucket drops and nature tours. Kids will have a blast on the obstacle course and enjoy games and face painting in the Kid Zone.

Location: T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Memorial Reserve | 1800 Mabry Carlton Pkwy, Venice, FL 34292

Repticon Sarasota 2026 | Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | $7 – $20: This expo highlights reptiles in shows, events, activities and sales. You’ll have a chance to see live reptiles from around the world, plus the chance to purchase pets and supplies direct from experts.

Location: Sarasota Sahib Shrine | 600 N Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL 34232

For more events going on in your area, check out our Community Calendar >>

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6. Lido Beach renourishment project to begin Sunday

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