Weekend Digest Tampa March 28 & 29

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

The weekend will start with the same warm conditions we have now, but then end with cooler air.

Saturday will be partly sunny with a 20% chance of a late day shower. Highs will be in the low to mid 80s.

Saturday night will turn breezy with a passing front.

Sunday will be windy and cooler with highs in the 70s.

Beach and boating

Beach conditions will be best on Saturday this weekend. Winds will be gusty on Sunday.

Boating conditions will be best on Saturday and then go downhill quickly Saturday night as a front arrives. A small craft advisory will likely go into effect for Sunday.

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PINELLAS

Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival | Saturday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. | $16 – $80: The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival returns to Clearwater Beach March 27 – April 12. Eighteen professional sand sculptors, who journey from all corners of the globe, work their magic to transform our world-famous sugar sand into breathtaking sculptures. View our On The Town report…

Location: Clearwater Beach | 1 Causeway Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767

Holocaust Butterfly Memorial | Sunday, 11 a.m.: The memorial will consist of ceramic butterflies created by Temple B’nai Israel Religious School students in grades K-7 mounted to a hand painted mural on the rear of the school building. Each butterfly represents one of the 1.5 million children who perished in the Holocaust at the hands of the Nazis. The project is part of a worldwide initiative to educate the public about the Holocaust.

Location: Temple B’nai Israel | 1685 S Belcher Rd, Clearwater, FL 33764

Easter Egg Hunt | Saturday, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Listen to the story of Easter, hunt for eggs and get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny.

Location: Palm Harbor Community Church | 1551 Belcher Rd, Palm Harbor, FL 34683

HILLSBOROUGH

2026 Tampa Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Festival | Saturday, 12 p.m.: Members of the community are invited to step into a world of Asian and Pacific Island culture, history, and tradition. Expect inspiring cultural performances, including the Asian Pacific Islander Singing Idol competition. The festival will include a wide selection of Asian and Pacific Island street food, along with vendors and booths showcasing cultural crafts, decor, clothing and more.

Location: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park | 600 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL 33602

Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans & War Dogs Day | Saturday, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.: National Vietnam War Veterans Day is commemorated each year in late March. To salute Vietnam Veterans, their K9s, and survivors, activities at Veterans Memorial Park will include a classic car cruise-in. a military working dog demonstration, live ’60s and ’70s music and more.

Location: Veterans Memorial Park | 3602 US-301, Tampa, FL 33619

Tampa GreenFest | Saturday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a curious beginner, or just looking for a fun, family-friendly outing, shop a wide variety of plants, browse unique, garden-inspired art and learn from experts about sustainable gardening at this community event.

Location: Tampa Garden Club | 2629 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629

POLK

Bunny Trunk Hop & Egg Hunt | Saturday, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.: This free, family-friendly community outreach event features a bunny trail (trunk-style walk-through with candy and prizes), refreshments (ice pops, water & lemonade), and an Easter egg hunt.

Location: Christ Community Church | 1895 Overlook Dr, Winter Haven, FL 33884

Swan City Jazz Festival | Saturday, 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.: Get ready for a day of smooth sounds, community vibes, and unforgettable moments. This year’s festival headliner is composer and arranger Nat Adderley Jr.

Location: Lake Mirror Amphitheater | 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801

Lakeland Punk Rock Flea Market | Sunday, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.: Guests can enjoy seven bands and 70+ vendors/food trucks from all across Florida, including weird original artwork, taxidermy, rare vinyl, upcycled clothing, handmade jewelry, skateboarding, eclectic home decor, horror collectables, and basically everything nostalgic.

Location: Swan Brewing | 115 W Pine St, Lakeland, FL 33815

PASCO

History in Motion | Saturday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.: The family-friendly celebration will showcase local heritage, classic machinery, and rare vehicles from across the country in a fully interactive experience.

Location: Zephyrhills Train Depot Museum | 39110 South Ave, Zephyrhills, FL 33542

Spring Fling Extravaganza: Annual Spring Craft Show | Saturday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.: This annual spring craft show will feature several artisans and vendors of all kinds.

Location: Shepherd of the Hills Church | 37015 Orange Valley Ln, Dade City, FL 33525

Jelly Bean Fling Spring Festival | Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | $5 – $10: This spring festival offers a wide range of activities for the whole family to enjoy, including face-painting, make-and-take arts and crafts, live entertainment, a petting zoo and an opportunity to take photos with the Easter Bunny.

Location: Pioneer Florida Museum & Village | 15602 Pioneer Museum Rd, Dade City, FL 33523

HERNANDO

Paint with Alpacas | Saturday, 11 a.m. | $47: Get up close and personal with alpacas and get a step-by-step process of drawing them. Guests will receive a canvas, paints, brushes, and an apron.

Location: Guardian Angel Alpacas | 26093 Olympia Rd, Brooksville, FL 34601

EMS Spring Bluegrass Fest 2026 | Saturday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. | $58 + : Get ready for a weekend filled with live bluegrass music, camping, food, and more! The Infamous Stringdusters headline the festivities.

Location: Florida Sand Music Ranch | 85 Myers Rd, Brooksville, FL 34602

Pet Palooza Easter Extravaganza | Saturday, 10 a.m.: Calling all animal lovers and pet enthusiasts! This family-friendly event is dedicated to supporting local animal rescues and celebrating the special bond we share with our furry friends. Get training tips, watch agility demonstrations and browse booths of merchandise for your pet.

Location: Terlep Chiropractic | 8466 Northcliffe Blvd, Spring Hill, FL 34606

MANATEE

BAM!Fest – Bradenton Art & Music Festival | Saturday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.: BAM!Fest is a free event that will transform the Bradenton Riverwalk into a dynamic, diverse, immersive art and music experience from bridge to bridge.

Location: Bradenton Riverwalk | 452 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205

Guided Cemetery Tour: 1850 Manatee Burying Grounds | Saturday, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Join a staff member of Manatee Village Historical Park for a guided walk and discover the lives and legacies of early Florida pioneers, told through the stories of those who rest there. The event has limited availability of 30 participants.

Location: Manatee Village Historical Park | 1404 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208

Coming Home: A John Denver Tribute | Sunday, 3 p.m. | $35: Tom Becker, former member of the legendary folk group, The New Christy Minstrels, will take guests on a musical journey of one of America’s best-loved songwriters.

Location: SCF Neel Performing Arts Center | 5840 26th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207

CITRUS

Citrus County Fair | Saturday, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. | $7 – $10: Bring family and friends for a day at the fair! Exhibits at the annual Citrus County Fair consist of agriculture, horticulture, livestock, 4-H, FFA, fine arts, extension homemakers, local churches and civic groups, plus local businesses.

Location: Citrus County Fairgrounds | 3600 S Florida Ave, Inverness, FL 34450

Inverness Dragon Boat Festival | Saturday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Pan Am is hosting its sixth annual dragon boat racing event. The 2026 festival will feature both 10-paddler and 20-paddler racing.

Location: Wallace Brook Park | 328 E Dampier St, Inverness, FL 34450

Paws for a Cause | Saturday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Bring a cash or essential food donation and enjoy a day with your furry friends. Guests can receive Easter-themed photos of their pets.

Location: The Cove Resort and Pub | 1242 S Cove Camp Point, Inverness, FL 34450

SARASOTA

EGGstravaganza | Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | $20: Grace Community Church presents its annual EGGstravaganza at Waterside Park for the longest-running egg hunt in Lakewood Ranch — plus tons of fun activities for kids of all ages!

Location: Waterside Park | 7500 Island Cove Terrace, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240

Satchel’s 6th Annual Get Your Mutt Movin’ 5K | Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. | $20 – $45: Join a 5K that supports Sarasota’s no-kill animal rescue, Satchel’s Last Resort. the scenic 5K flat course with wide paths, sidewalks and several course monitors ensures that first-time walkers and runners (and their pets!) can safely and comfortably participate alongside more experienced runners.

Location: Payne Park | 2010 Adams Ln, Sarasota, FL 34237

ASE: Seeing Spirit in Afro-Caribbean Art | Saturday and Sunday, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.: For the first time in Sarasota, a significant selection of Afro-Caribbean artworks from the Petrucci Family Fndn Collection of African American Art will be on view to the public, creating a dialogue between legacy, identity, and contemporary expression.

Location: The John Sims Studio | 1639 10th St, Sarasota, FL 34236

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

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