With a weekend full of events in downtown Tampa, thousands are expected to travel to the area.

City officials are warning of congested streets and limited parking availability beginning Friday night.

Whether you plan to join in or avoid the hubbub, we have your guide to navigating Tampa traffic this weekend.

Tampa weekend eventsFriday, March 6

Tampa Convention Center: Lightning City Gymnastics Gasparilla Classic begins at 7 a.m., followed by the National BBCB Summit at 8 a.m. Both events continue into the evening.

Benchmark International Arena: Disney on Ice shows at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Steinbrenner Field: New York Yankees spring training game at 6:30 p.m.

Tampa Theatre, Franklin Street: First night of WineFest 2026 at 7 p.m. Franklin Street will be closed.

Straz Center: Performing Arts show at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 7

Raymond James Stadium: She is Football 5k begins at 7 a.m.

Tampa Convention Center: Lightning City Gymnastics Gasparilla Classic and National BBCB Summit continue at 7 a.m. and 8 a.m., respectively.

Benchmark International Arena: Disney on Ice shows at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Straz Center: Performing Arts shows at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Cotanchobee Park: Tampa Fine Art Show by Hot Works begins at 10 a.m.

Tampa Theatre, Franklin Street: Night two of WineFest 2026 at 6 p.m. Franklin Street will be closed.

Sunday, March 8

Tampa Convention Center: Lightning City Gymnastics Gasparilla Classic continues at 7 a.m.

Benchmark International Arena: Disney on Ice shows at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Straz Center: Performing Arts shows at noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

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The city of Tampa suggests using alternative transportation options this weekend, including the Free TECO Streetcar, DASH Service, Hart Buses and rentable scooters.

For up-to-date information on road closures, visit the city’s website. The city also details parking options.