Here is your list of things to do October 16-23 in Pinellas. Watch Frogs at the Gulfport History Museum or A Minecraft Movie at St. Pete Pier on Friday, Oct. 17.
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Movie nights in Gulfport and St. Pete, a Fall Festival, and a Sierra Club Special on a very endangered whale: Here’s your weekly list of things to do October 16-23 in Pinellas.Â
Thursday, October 16
Food Truck Night Skyway Marina District keeps the summer rolling with Food Truck Nights. Sample eats from local favorites, hear live music, and catch up with neighbors. 4801 37th St. S., St. Petersburg (across from Maximo Marina). 5-8 p.m. skywaymarinadistrict.org, 727-466-7173.
Thursday, October 16-Friday, October 17
Nosferatu at The Beach Theatre Get in the Halloween spirit with Nosferatu, starring Lily-Rose Depp, on the big screen at The Beach Theatre. Catch this haunting reimagining of the classic vampire tale for two nights. The Beach Theatre, 315 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach. Fri-Sat., 7 p.m. $13. thebeachtheatre.org, 727-340-2866.
Friday, October 17
Frogs in Gulfport Florida’s weirdest creature feature is back! Frogs (1972), filmed on location in Walton County’s Eden Gardens State Park, hops into the Gulfport History Museum for one night only. Expect snakes, spiders, and plenty of swampy revenge. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., movie begins at 7 p.m. Free, but space is tight so RSVP to save your spot. Gulfport History Museum, 5301 28th Ave. S., Gulfport. gulfporthistoricalsociety.org, 727-201-8687.
Movies on the Pier Head to the St. Pete Pier for an outdoor screening of A Minecraft Movie under the stars. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, keep your pups leashed, and enjoy a little bowl of popcorn. St. Pete Pier’s Family Park, 800 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Gates open at 7 p.m., Movie begins at 8 p.m. stpetepier.org, 813-464-1657.
Gulfport: Saturday, October 18
Gulfport Night Market Rediscover Gulfport at the Gulfport Night Market! Held on the first Friday and third Saturday, this outdoor market brings together local makers, artisans, and small businesses in downtown Gulfport. Beat the heat, enjoy the nightlife, and treat yourself to a drink, because everything’s better at night! Beach Boulevard, Gulfport. 5-9 p.m. visitgulfportflorida.com, 727-222-3252.
Gulfport Rising More than 40 Gulfport residents portrayed their 2024 storm experiences through artistic lenses in Gulfport Rising: A Florida Beach Community Reflects on Hurricanes Helene & Milton. The official book release party includes readings and an art showcase from contributors. Signed first editions available for sale at the event; they are expected to sell out, so come early. DRV Gallery, 5401 Gulfport Blvd., Gulfport. 5:30-8:30 p.m. drvgallery.com.
Gulfport Gets Lei’d Island Aloha, Gulfport! The Lions Club is throwing the ultimate island bash for a good cause. Expect live music, dancing, raffle baskets, all for a good cause supporting local and Lion charities. Gulfport Lions Club, 4630 Tifton Dr. S., Gulfport. 6-10 p.m. $15-20. mygulfport.us, 727-204-1543.
Saturday, October 18
St. Pete Pier Fall Festival Fall vibes are taking over the waterfront! Head to the St. Pete Pier for the St. Pete Fall Fest, a free, family-friendly bash packed with pumpkins, live music, local bites, and plenty of autumn photo ops. This year’s fest goes big with a drone show, Tampa Bay vendors, a kids zone, and more. Spa Beach Park, 600 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. stpetefallfest.com.
Mastry’s Brewing’s 9-Year Bash Nine years of beer, beach, and good times — and Mastry’s isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Join the St. Pete Beach favorite for a weekend-long celebration packed with live bands, DJ sets, anniversary beer releases, food specials, cocktails, and plenty of coastal cheer. Mastry’s Brewing Co., 7701 Blind Pass Road, St. Pete Beach. 12-11 p.m. mastrysbrewingco.com, 727-202-8045.
Make Your Own Butterfly Garden Flutter into fall and add a little whimsy to your home. Take a guided stroll through the Boyd Hill butterfly gardens, then dig in — literally — and build your own mini butterfly garden to take home, complete with native seeds. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg. 2 p.m. $5. stpeteparksrec.org, 727-893-7326.
Sunday, October 19
St. Pete Sunday Market Sundays have just got cooler. The St. Pete Sunday Market is back for its fall/winter series, and now the St. Petersburg Museum of History is its new home. Shop Tampa Bay makers, snack on sweet treats, and groove to live music. St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. stpeteissupercool.com.
Kenwood Digs Visit the Kenwood Sunday Market every Sunday for a pet-friendly community event featuring more than 75 vendors with fresh produce, multicultural foods, handmade crafts, and more. Enjoy live local music for you and your furry friends. St. Petersburg High School, 2501 5th Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. tampabaymarkets.com.Monday, October 20
Toastmasters’ Classic Communicators Find your voice, build your confidence, and connect with a community that actually listens. Classic Communicators is a supportive, inspiring group where you can sharpen your public speaking and leadership skills. Rustin Room, Allendale Methodist Church, 3803 Haines Road N., St. Petersburg. 7:15 p.m. classiccommunicators727@gmail.com.
Wednesday, October 22
Conversations with the Mad Beach Mayor Frozen drinks with a view? Yes, please. Join Mayor Anne-Marie Brooks for drinks, bites, and a chat about all things Madeira Beach. It’s your chance to ask questions, share what’s on your mind, and hear the latest City updates. Daiquiri Shak, 14995 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach. 12 p.m. madeirabeachfl.gov, 727-393-2706.
Sail Market Boutique Grand Opening Set sail for something special and join the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber as they break out the big scissors and cut the ribbon for Sail Market Boutique & Gifts. This seaside shop will be open for shopping, so snap some photos, meet the crew, and help launch St. Pete Beach’s newest gem. Sail Market, 310 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach. 12 p.m. tampabaybeachesfl.chambermaster.com, 727-360-6957.
The Rice’s Whale Join Sierra Club Florida to learn about the Rice’s Whale — one of the world’s rarest whales, with only about 50 left in the Gulf. Hear from experts Laura Engleby and Michael McGrath on efforts to protect this endangered species and chat about it afterwards. Space is limited, so RSVP soon. Thrive DTSP, 136 4th St. N., Suite 201, St. Petersburg. 6 p.m. act.sierraclub.org, michael.mcgrath@sierraclub.org.
Thursday, October 23Â
Gulfport’s Haunted History Get into the Halloween spirit at the Gulfport Library as Tom Wachtman of Skyway Paranormal shares eerie findings from his 2010 investigation of the Peninsula Bed & Cocktails (formerly the Peninsula Inn). Hear real paranormal evidence and stick around for a Q&A if you dare. Gulfport Library, 5501 28th Ave. S., Gulfport. 6-7 p.m. mygulfport.us, 727-893-1074.
Sober October Mocktail Workshop Its booze-free, but far from boring! Join the ghouls at Sans Market for a Sober October mocktail night hosted by Herban Flow. Learn how to stock a zero-proof bar cart, watch demos of three ghoulishly functional mocktails, and take home recipe cards (plus a shot at a raffle prize). Sans Market, 1037 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 7:30 p.m. sans.market, 727-332-7000.
Looking for more things to do Oct. 16-23 in St. Petersburg, Gulfport, and the beaches? Check out The Gabber Newspaper’s full calendar of events.