Our Top 3
Tarpon Springs Epiphany
8 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6. St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 36 N. Pinellas Ave., Tarpon Springs. The day begins with services at the cathedral, followed by a procession to Spring Bayou. Once there, the Archbishop of America blesses the waters, reads the Gospel, and a white dove is released. After the dove is released, the Archbishop casts a cross into the bayou and young men dive into the waters. The diver who retrieves the cross is considered blessed for the entire year. Afterwards, all are invited to attend the Epiphany Glendi-Festival from 2-6 p.m.
Corey Ave Art & Craft Festival
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 3-4. 300 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach. The Corey Ave Art & Craft Festival celebrates creativity, community and handcrafted talent. Stroll the charming Corey Avenue district as it transforms into an outdoor gallery filled with unique, handmade creations from skilled regional artisans.
Canine Circus
11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3. Central Park Performing Arts Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. These four-legged cast members, guided by their humans, perform tail-wagging feats of courage, bone-dropping grand illusions, and labradorable stunts. $10-$25. LargoArts.com
THURSDAY
Coachman Park Ferris Wheel
11 a.m.-10 p.m. Daily. Jan. 1-31. Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater. People can enjoy an observation wheel at Coachman Park. Open Christmas and New Years Day. $8.
Largo’s Holiday Lights
5-10 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, Jan. 1-4, 2026. Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive. This walking tour features a spectacular holiday light display, with more than 2.5 million dazzling LED lights. No golf carts or unauthorized vehicles allowed. Food, beverage and market vendors on site selling homemade items, delicious treats and eats. Dogs on a leash are welcome. Amusement ride tickets available at $6 for one ride or $50 for 10 rides. 727-587-6740 Ext. 5014.
Holiday Lights in the Gardens
5:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 1-3. Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. The gardens will glow with the twinkle of more than 1 million lights. Enjoy laser light shows, live entertainment, photo opportunities and holiday treats for sale. Santa will visit the gardens for pictures every Friday to Sunday night, and the entire week leading up to Christmas Day, for an additional fee. Enjoy free kids’ activities every Thursday and Sunday night. Suggested donation of $10 for visitors over 12 years old.
FRIDAY
Dunedin Downtown Market
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Jan. 2-3. Pioneer Park, 420 Main St., Dunedin. Each weekend, shoppers can pick up fresh produce and a wide choice of gourmet items.
GriefShare
10-11:30 a.m. Fridays, Jan. 2. St. Alfred’s Episcopal Church, 1601 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Find hope and healing after the death of a loved one with these weekly GriefShare sessions. Meet in Building D in the Parish Library. For more information, contact Cindy at 727-785-1601.
Largo Art Association
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2. Largo Community Center, 400 Alt. Keene Road. Whether you’re an accomplished artist or not, you are welcome to become a member for a very modest fee. There is studio space for drawing, painting, pottery, sculpting, or woodworking with free supplies, coffee and tea. Discuss with others and get feedback, take home books from the library, and display (or sell) your work. Workshops are every fourth Friday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., covering a myriad of art issues presented by prominent local artists. Free.
1st Friday Lunchtime Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2. Downtown Clearwater, 400 Cleveland St. Turn your lunch break into a mini adventure at the 1st Friday Lunchtime Market in Downtown Clearwater. Bringing together local vendors, fun raffles, and downtown dining deals to energize your midday routine.
Friday Movie Matinee
1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2. Seminole Community Library, 9200 113th St., Seminole. Enjoy a free movie every Friday. Popcorn and soda are available free from the Friends of the Seminole Library, and donations are welcome. This week’s film is “Freakier Friday”. Rated PG.
First Friday Gulfport Night Market
5-9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2. Beach Boulevard S. Recently rebranded as the Gulfport Night Market, come and experience vibrant local offerings from local makers, artisans, and small business vendors to engage the community and visitors as they shop, stroll, and sip in beautiful downtown Gulfport. Now every first Friday and third Saturday of the month.
Gazebo Gatherings
6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2. John Wilson Park Gazebo, 401 Main St., Safety Harbor. Each month on the first Friday, this new event will feature something special, bringing friends and neighbors together in the heart of town. This month, celebrate the city’s annual tree lighting ceremony. Choirs will warm up the crowd for a visit from Santa Claus that is arranged by the Safety Harbor Fire Department. Free.
Line Dance Social
6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2. Largo Community Center, 400 Alt Keene Road. Join a fun-filled evening of Line Dancing. There will be someone playing music while you dance the night away. No instruction will be given, this will be pure dancing. $5. 727-518-3131.
Tarpon Springs First Friday
6-10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2. Downtown Tarpon Springs, 100 E. Tarpon Ave. A free family event held the first Friday of the month — featuring art, food, vendors, shops, music, and beer & wine, with a fun theme every month. Free parking and shuttle at the Dog/Splash Park at 508 Live Oak St. (5:30–10:30 p.m.)
Piper on the Pier
6:30-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2. Bon Appetit, 148 Marina Plaza, Dunedin. Enjoy the enchanting sounds of a Dunedin piper performing bagpipe melodies, including the beloved “Amazing Grace.” Some evenings, a Dunedin drummer may join in. Performances begin approximately 20 minutes before sunset. https://tinyurl.com/3w6hy7da
SATURDAY
Trash Pirates Monthly Beach Cleanup
8-10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3. John’s Pass Village, 12945 Village Blvd., Madeira Beach. Join the Trash Pirates on the first Saturday each month for their organized beach cleanup. www.facebook.com/madeirabeachtrashpirates
Oldsmar Saturday Market
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 3. City Hall – East Lot, 100 State St. W., Oldsmar. Support local vendors while enjoying fresh produce, handmade crafts, and delicious food. Presented by the Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce.
St. Pete Saturday Morning Market
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 3. Al Lang Stadium, 230 1st St. SE, St. Petersburg. The weekly market features farm-fresh produce, artisanal food products and a wide range of arts and crafts. Different artists are invited to perform each week. https://saturdaymorningmarket.com/events
St. Petersburg Black History Tours
10 a.m.-noon. Saturday, Jan. 3. Campbell Park, 1201 7th Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Hidden behind the barrier wall of I-175, Campbell Park is rich in Black history as St. Petersburg’s first “Negro Park.” Home to the Negro Baseball League and visited by baseball greats Jackie Robinson and Jesse Owens. While walking on easy .5-mile route, a historian will share never before told stories aided by photos and maps. Free. 727-503-4736. www.blackhistorybiketour.com
Largo Historical Society Museum Open House
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3. Historic Largo Feed Store, 295 Central Park Drive, Largo. Enjoy displays of historic items and artifacts that showcase Largo’s history. Families are welcome, but please, no dogs inside the building. Held on the first Saturday of each month.
Largo Central Park Train Rides
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4. Largo Central Park. Ride around Largo Central Park on the miniature railroad on the first full weekend of the month. The accurately modeled scale locomotives pull you and your family along a mile-long loop through great scenery, the spooky tunnel and a waterfall pond. Free.
29th Annual Downtown Dunedin Art Festival
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 3-4. Downtown Dunedin, 271 Main St. Meet the artists and explore an array of mediums including sculpture, photography, glass, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, mixed media and more.
Glassy Artventures
10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Saturdays, Jan. 3. Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Join the museum for an artistic journey geared toward young artventurers every Saturday. Led by friendly associates, children ages 4-11 will be guided through the museum’s world-class art galleries. They will then have the opportunity to unleash their imagination and express themselves with a fun and engaging craft activity. Free with admission every Saturday.
Caregivers and Companions Memory Café
10:30 a.m.-noon. Saturday, Jan. 3. Tarpon Springs Library, 138 East Lemon St. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for individuals living with memory changes and their family and friends. Join in meetings every first Saturday of the month to make meaningful connections through games, movement, crafts, snacks and more. All meetings are free. https://bit.ly/TSMemoryCafe
New Horizons Club for Widowed People and Friends
2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3. West Clubhouse of the Imperial Palms Apartments, 101 Imperial Palms Drive, Largo. Join the New Horizons Club for Widowed People and Friends for its monthly get together. Since it is a holiday weekend, in lieu of a speaker there will be games. For more information about the club membership, call Terry at 727-641-8854.
SUNDAY
Lealman Farmers Market
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4. Lealman Neighborhood Park, 3890 55th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Market held the first Sunday of each month through May. Provides SNAP-approved vendors, ensuring fresh and affordable groceries are available to all community members. Expect live cooking and nutrition demonstrations, craft workshops and community activities. lealmanexchange.org/farmersmarket
Corey Avenue Sunday Fresh Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4. Corey Avenue, St. Pete Beach. The market features about 100 vendors with fresh produce, baked goods, clothing, jewelry, art, home décor, gifts, souvenirs and more. Free parking is available at the library, City Hall and regular street parking.
Kenwood Sunday Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4. St. Petersburg High School, 2501 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Each Sunday, check out more than 75 vendors who offer produce, multicultural foods, innovative arts, hand-made crafts, sustainable, eco-friendly products and wellness services. Plus, enjoy live local music each week. Free.
Market on Main
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4. Gazebo at John Wilson Park, 401 Main St., Safety Harbor. Join friends in the community for open-air shopping each Sunday.
Social Sundays
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 4. Bottom of the Bin, 9444 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Artists and crafters are invited to work on projects in a shared environment. All types of projects are welcome but refrain from bringing anything overly messy. Free materials such as scrap paper, cardstock, and stickers will be provided. Secondhand art and craft supplies can be purchased before or during the event. Bring your own snacks and drinks, just no alcohol or anything messy. Free. RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/29zafers
Little Surrealist Tour
11:15-11:45 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 4. The Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. On the first Sunday of each month, the Dalí Museum welcomes families with kids ages 4-11 years old to join a tour of its permanent collection. A Gallery Admission ticket is required to access the galleries.
Pinellas Brewers Market
Noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4. Pee-Pa’s Garage Craft Brewery, 6340 49th St N, Pinellas Park. Sip and shop local with a variety of local artists, crafters, and small businesses in Pinellas Park. Free event held on the first Sunday of each month.
Sunset Sunday Showcase
8:30-10 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4. Clearwater Comedy Club, 483 Mandalay Ave. Join the Clearwater Comedy Club for a weekly dose of laughter featuring a handpicked lineup of the best local and touring comedians. Whether you’re a fan of sharp-witted one-liners, clever storytelling, or offbeat improvisation, Sunset Sunday has something to tickle your funny bone. $20. www.clearwatercomedyclub.com
MONDAY
Clearwater Duplicate Bridge Club
12:30-4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, Jan. 5. Regions Bank Building, 2nd Floor, 2551 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater. Join a friendly club with “face-to-face.” Bring a partner or request a partner to play in pairs. Team games available on Thursday starting at 12:30 p.m. and second and fourth Wednesday at 6 p.m.; Limited Master Points games available Thursday at 10 a.m. and Saturday at 9 a.m. Saturday regular games with open pairs starting at 12:30 p.m. Entry fees are collected per player to play bridge game. Annual membership fee is $20. Additional fee for special games and for non-members. 727-726-0796. Clearwaterbridgeclub@outlook.com
Blessing of the Fleet
1-3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5. Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks, 735 Dodecanese Blvd. The Tarpon Springs Blessing of the Fleet is held every year on the day before the Epiphany celebration. Its purpose is to bless the sponge and fishing boats as well as the divers and local businesses. The young men who will dive for the cross on Epiphany are also in attendance.
TUESDAY
West Florida Y Runners Club
5 a.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 6. Northside Christian, 7777 62nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Coached track workouts meet weekly. An all-paces welcome, 5-mile run meets at 5 a.m. in Dunedin at 2646 Bayshore Blvd. in front of the gym on Thursdays. Runners also meet on Sundays at 6 a.m. for a 13-mile loop, at the Clearwater City parking lot, 112 S. Osceola Ave. People run a variety of distances, up to 13 miles, and at a variety of paces.
Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 6. Gulfport’s Waterfront District, Beach Boulevard below 29th Avenue South. Find fresh fruits and vegetables, and local art and home goods. Local vendors line the street.
Coffee Chats
10 a.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 6. Seminole Recreation, 9100 113th St., Seminole. Get together in the Senior Lounge, enjoy a cup of coffee and meet new people at weekly coffee chats. Members free, $5 nonmembers.
Welcome Newcomer Club
11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6. Belleair Country Club, 1 Country Club Lane. The club is welcoming to all women, whether new to the area, newly retired or simply seeking to socialize and join in the many activities offered by the club. Luncheons are held the first Tuesday of each month. For more information, call Diane at 301-693-0219 or visit www.welcomenewcomerclub.com
Grand Opening-Oldsmar Historical Collection
5-6:30 p.m. Jan. 6. Oldsmar Public Library, 400 St. Petersburg Drive East. Celebrate the new home of Oldsmar’s history that features engaging elements that bring the city’s past to life. Mark your calendars and join in the excitement of this special evening.
Beauty for Ashes
6-7 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 6. Beacon of Hope Ministry, 2058 Weaver Park Drive, Clearwater. Beacon of Hope is now offering a new all-inclusive support group for families of those suffering in addiction. Meets weekly. For more information, contact Cindy Logan at cindy52logan@yahoo.com or 727-667-6096.
Depression Bipolar Support Group
7 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 6. Allendale Church 3803 Haines Road N., St. Petersburg. Non-secular, free, snacks and water provided. For individuals diagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety or other mood disorders. Peer-to-Peer style with a circle of chairs, volunteer facilitators give structure to the meeting. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Also meets Thursdays at Pasadena Community Church, 227 70th St. S., St. Petersburg. Call 727-410-1569 or visit dbstampabay.org for more info.
Books & Brews Book Club
7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6. Cueni Brewing Co., 945 Huntley Ave., Dunedin. Come join other readers for a discussion on monthly reads. Book club participants get $1 off full pours of all drinks. Books & Brews meets on the first Tuesday of every month.
WEDNESDAY
Pinellas Opera League Luncheon
11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7. Mease Life, 700 Mease Plaza, Dunedin. POL meets every first Wednesday of the month, October through June. $35 first-time attendees, $40 members, $45 nonmembers. Call or email your reservations to Ursula Wignall at 727-796-7260 or rwignall@tampabay.rr.com
Presentation by Seminole Bee Farms
1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7. Belleair Garden Club, 903 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Belleair Garden Club has invited Seminole Bee Farms to speak about their family legacy and mission to conserve pollinators. A question & answer session and a light luncheon will follow the presentation, in addition to a honey sale. Garden Club general meeting to start at 12:30 p.m. Guests welcome, no fee to attend. 281-802-2171.
Bay Sailors
5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 7. Mugs Sports Bar & Grill, 13563 Icot Blvd., Clearwater. Bay Sailors is celebrating its 33rd year serving sailors in the Tampa Bay area. The organization meets on the first Wednesday of the month throughout the year. Bay Sailors welcomes anyone to its membership who is interested in sailing, is single (defined as one who has no legal impediments to marriage), over 21 years of age, and who is physically able to maneuver in tight quarters. Although helpful, no prior sailing experience is required. BaySailors.org
East Lake Book Club
6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7. East Lake Community Library, 4125 East Lake Road, Palm Harbor. Join the East Lake Book Club for this month’s discussion on “The Dressmaker of Khair Khana” by Gale Tzemach Lemmon. This book club is patron-led and meets on the first Wednesday of every month unless otherwise noted.
LOOKING AHEAD
Container Gardening
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg. Growing vegetables, herbs and flowers in containers can help utilize small spaces, create beautiful garden centers in your landscape and give you flexibility to move your plants around. Join a Pinellas County Master Gardener Volunteer who will lead you through all the steps you need to get your container garden started. Free.
Bird Show
Noon-1 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 8. McGough Nature Park, 11901 146th St. N., Largo. Get up close with native Florida raptors and see training sessions live. Meet the park’s feathered friends and learn about the birds of prey program. Held each Tuesday and Thursday, weather permitting.
Retired Employees of Pinellas County
Noon. Monday, Jan. 8. Olive Garden, 10400 Ulmerton Road, Largo. The next REPCO meeting will be the annual holiday lunch. The meeting begins at noon; please arrive early to order your meal prior to the start of the meeting. All Pinellas County government retirees and employees are welcome. $10. RSVP to 813-855-3466.
Ancestry.com: Foundations, Features, and Fixes
1-2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. Largo Public Library, 120 Central Park Drive. Discover ideas to make your journey through this powerful tool even better. Learn the foundational tools you may have missed, then see what features make this the No. 1 ancestral search tool. And then, because it happens to all of us, there will be a review of fixes to common errors we can make. www.pinellasgenealogysociety.com/calendar
Make & Take Workshop
6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. Belleair Garden Club, 903 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Discover fun and easy ways to start your favorite flowers, vegetables, and fruits from seed. This workshop is designed to help beginners succeed and master gardeners learn some new tricks about seed starting. All materials are supplied. Refreshments included. No fee for this workshop. Please RSVP to Belleairgardenclub@gmail.com to ensure there will be enough supplies for all.
Free Italian Language Classes
6-8 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 8. Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport. Students of any age are welcome. You can attend if you’ve never studied Italian, taken Italian in school or know some Italian from traveling there or heard Italian from your grandparents. Classes are offered through May. www.iasosp.org
Ales & Tales Book Club
6-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. Stilt House Brewery, 625 Alt. 19, Palm Harbor. Palm Harbor Library staff conduct an evening book club at Stilt House Brewery. This month join Gene for “The Little Prince” by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk. This book club is intended for adults only.
Makers & Shakers Market
6-10 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. St. Petersburg Distillery, 800 31st St. S. Returning every second Thursday of the month, this lively night market will feature more than 40 local artisans, makers, and small businesses. As a bonus, enjoy live entertainment, food trucks and signature cocktails and mocktails, and distillery tours. www.tampabaymarkets.com
Beer & The Bible
6:45 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 8. Cueni Brewing Co., 945 Huntley Ave., Dunedin. Join Cueni Brewing Co. for weekly Bible study. Call Bren Cueni at 727-266-4102 or email cuenibrewing@gmail.com
Florida West Coast Orchid Society
6:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 10891 102nd Ave. N., Seminole. Learn to grow orchids at this monthly meeting. There will be plants for sale. All are welcome. There will be a class for beginners that starts at 6-6:30 p.m.
Swing Dance
7-10:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. Lopez Hall, 7177 58th St. N, Pinellas Park. The evening will start with a beginner-friendly East Coast Swing Dance Lesson, followed by a social dance and ending the evening with music by a DJ. Smoke-free, all ages welcome. Snack concessions available. Starting in 2026, dances will be held every 2nd and 4th Thursday. $10. 727-564-6847.
Bingo
7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 8. Treasure Island Community Center, 1 Park Place and 106th Avenue. The Women’s Club of Treasure Island is resuming its weekly bingo nights at the newly renovated center. Early bird games begin at 6:30 p.m. ($9 minimum for six cards) and regular games at 7:30 p.m. (minimum $17 for 18 cards). Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Free parking, cash prizes, and a snack bar. 727-385-9713.
Friday Movie Matinee
1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9. Seminole Community Library, 9200 113th St., Seminole. Enjoy a free movie every Friday. Popcorn and soda are available free from the Friends of the Seminole Library, and donations are welcome. This week’s film is “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof”. Not rated.
BE on Bikes
4:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9. The Body Electric Yoga Company, 3015 7th St. N, St. Petersburg. Ten miles, casual, no-drop pace, no one left behind. Ride a different fun route every month. Everyone is welcome (including kids, but they must be able to ride in a group safely). Please bring bike lights and wear a helmet. It’s recommended that you carry a flat kit specifically for your bike or at least a spare tube. Meets every second Friday of the month.
World’s Largest Rubber Duck
Jan. 9-21. Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater. The 61-foot installation named “Mama Duck” will grace downtown Clearwater for three weeks with a variety of events to accompany her stay. “Timmy,” her 10-foot-tall baby duckling, can be seen now through the end of January at various Clearwater locations.