Top Things to Do This Weekend in Tampa Bay
From Greek dancing to vegan eats, stand-up comedy, Latin beats, and big game energy — Tampa Bay is buzzing this weekend! Whether you’re exploring local culture, catching live music, or cheering for your favorite team, here’s your guide to what’s happening from Thursday through Sunday.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6
🏈 Salute to Service Game – USF vs. UTSA
📍 Raymond James Stadium | 🕢 7:30–10:30 p.m.
The Bulls honor our heroes during this special Salute to Service matchup. Expect tailgates, fireworks, and plenty of Bulls pride under the lights.
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ALL WEEKEND (FRIDAY–SUNDAY, NOV 7–9)
🇬🇷 Tampa Greek Festival
📍 St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church | 🕓 Fri 4–10 p.m., Sat 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
A Tampa tradition returns! Enjoy homemade Greek dishes, pastries, and coffee alongside live bouzouki music, dancing, and cultural tours.
🔗 tampagreekfestival.com
🇱🇧 Lebanese Food Festival of Tampa Bay
📍 Sts. Peter & Paul Maronite Church | 🕓 Fri 4–10 p.m., Sat 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Feast on shawarma, falafel, kafta, and sweet kneffe, plus live music, dancing, and a welcoming community atmosphere all weekend.
🔗 Event Info | Facebook
💉 Villain Arts’ 11th Annual Tampa Tattoo Arts Festival
📍 Tampa Convention Center | 💲$3–$40
Hundreds of tattoo artists, live tattooing, body art showcases, and creative vendors fill the Tampa Convention Center all weekend.
🔗 villainarts.com
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
🎤 Don “DC” Curry Live
📍 Tampa Funny Bone Comedy Club | 🕖 7–8:30 p.m. | 💲$27
Catch the legendary Don “DC” Curry — Uncle Elroy from Next Friday — delivering sharp, unfiltered stand-up.
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🎶 Lainey Wilson – Whirlwind World Tour
📍 Benchmark International Arena | 🕖 7–11 p.m.
Country powerhouse Lainey Wilson brings her chart-topping hits and heartfelt storytelling to Tampa for one whirlwind night.
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😂 Kevin Bridges LIVE
📍 Tampa Theatre | 🕢 7:30–9:30 p.m.
Scottish comedy favorite Kevin Bridges takes the Tampa Theatre stage with his sharp wit and charming humor.
🔗 tampatheatre.org
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8
🥗 Tampa Bay Veg Fest
📍 Perry Harvey Sr. Park | 🕐 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Celebrate all things plant-powered at the 13th annual Veg Fest — with vegan bites, local vendors, live music, and eco-friendly fun.
🔗 tampabayvegfest.com
🎵 Gente de Zona LIVE
📍 Yuengling Center | 🕗 8 p.m.
Get ready to dance! Cuban hitmakers Gente de Zona bring Latin rhythm and Miami heat to Tampa.
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🍺 Coppertail Brewing Co. – 11th Anniversary Free Concert
📍 Coppertail Brewing Co., 2601 E. 2nd Ave | 🕒 3–10 p.m. | 🎟 Free
Celebrate 11 years of local brews with an all-day block party featuring Pusha Preme, Speak Easy, DJ Mes, and more.
🔗 coppertailbrewing.com/11year
🏒 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Washington Capitals
📍 Amalie Arena | 🕖 7–9:30 p.m.
Hockey night in Tampa Bay! The Bolts face off against the Caps in a high-energy showdown downtown.
🔗 NHL Schedule
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9
🏈 Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New England Patriots
📍 Raymond James Stadium | 🕐 1–4 p.m.
The Bucs take on the Patriots in an action-packed Sunday showdown. Expect full-stadium energy and plenty of pewter pride.
🔗 Buccaneers.com
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