{"id":350177,"date":"2026-07-23T18:23:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T18:23:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/350177\/"},"modified":"2026-07-23T18:23:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T18:23:09","slug":"things-to-do-in-tampa-bay-this-weekend-23","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/350177\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re looking for something fun to do this weekend (July 24-26), there&#8217;s plenty of action happening around the Tampa Bay area. <\/p>\n<p><a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abcactionnews.com\/lifestyle\/things-to-do\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Looking for more fun? Click here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/rays\/tickets\/single-game-tickets\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Guardians vs. Tampa Bay Rays<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 7:10 p.m.<br \/>Where: Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Drive, St. Petersburg, FL 33705<br \/>Cost: Tickets start at $10<br \/>Info: Watch the Tampa Bay Rays take on the Cleveland Guardians in the first game of a three-game series.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.urbankai.com\/module\/class\/365457\/sunset-paddle-happy-hour-armature-works\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sunset Paddle Happy Hour with Urban Kai<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 6 p.m.<br \/>Where: Urban Kai Tampa, 310 W. 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33602<br \/>Cost: $35 <br \/>Info: Get out on the water for a sunset paddle along the Hillsborough River and take in views of the Tampa skyline.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/book.singenuity.com\/4\/activity\/details\/185\/rates?_gl=1*13xykrh*_gcl_au*NTkwNzE2MTQ4LjE3ODQ4MTQ1MTc.*_ga*Njk3MTI1MjkuMTc4NDgxNDUxNw..*_ga_J4399DGHGJ*czE3ODQ4MTQ1MTYkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODQ4MTQ1MjYkajUwJGwwJGgxMDYwNDg2MDYw*_ga_XW43QWL95S*czE3ODQ4MTQ1MTYkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODQ4MTQ1MjYkajUwJGwwJGgw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sunset Zip Line Adventure<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: Reserve a time<br \/>Where: Empower Adventures Tampa Bay, 423 Lafayette Blvd., Oldsmar, FL 34677<br \/>Cost: Tickets start at $84<br \/>Info: Go on a sunset zip line adventure featuring five zip lines, a suspension bridge and aerial challenges.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/boltsbrewfest.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bolts Brew Fest<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 7 p.m.<br \/>Where: Benchmark International Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602<br \/>Cost: GA tickets start at $70<br \/>Info: Sample unlimited pours from more than 50 breweries and cideries while enjoying games, contests and more. <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tampabay28.com\/lifestyle\/things-to-do\/tampa-bay-28s-denis-phillips-to-meet-fans-at-bolts-brew-fest-this-saturday\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tampa Bay 28 Chief Meteorologist Denis Phillips <\/a>will also be there, meeting and greeting fans.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/rays\/tickets\/single-game-tickets\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Guardians vs. Tampa Bay Rays<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 6:10 p.m.<br \/>Where: Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Drive, St. Petersburg, FL 33705<br \/>Cost: Tickets start at $27<br \/>Info: Watch the Tampa Bay Rays take on the Cleveland Guardians in the second game of a three-game series.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/fun4tampakids.com\/Whats-Happening\/Back-to-School\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Back to School Blast<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 10 a.m.<br \/>Where: The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543<br \/>Cost: Free<br \/>Info: Check out a free family event featuring educational resources, face painting, bounce houses, live entertainment and a school supply scavenger hunt.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tampabaymarkets.com\/sunshine-market-at-midtown\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sunshine Market at Midtown Tampa<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 11 a.m.<br \/>Where: Midtown Tampa, 3659 Midtown Dr., Tampa, FL 33607<br \/>Cost: Free<br \/>Info: Shop fresh produce, handmade goods and other items from local vendors while enjoying live music.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tampasdowntown.com\/events\/grown-up-night-crafter-hours\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Grown Up Night: Crafter Hours<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 6 p.m. <br \/>Where: Glazer Children\u2019s Museum, 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL 33602<br \/>Cost: $35; add-on crafts start at $15<br \/>Info: Get creative at this 18+ after-hours event featuring bag charms, bedazzling, beadwork and more.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.com\/wrexham-afc-vs-leeds-united-tampa-florida-07-25-2026\/event\/0D006463E979ED7F\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wrexham AFC vs. Leeds United FC<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 7:30 p.m. <br \/>Where: Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL 33607<br \/>Cost: Tickets start at $61<br \/>Info: Watch Wrexham AFC and Leeds United FC face off in a preseason friendly in Tampa.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tampabay28.com\/lifestyle\/things-to-do\/Guardians vs. Tampa Bay Rays\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Guardians vs. Tampa Bay Rays<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 12:15 p.m.<br \/>Where: Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Dr., St. Petersburg, FL 33705<br \/>Cost: Tickets start at $24<br \/>Info: Watch the Tampa Bay Rays take on the Cleveland Guardians in the final game of a three-game series.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tampabaymarkets.com\/sunday-market-at-westshore-marina-district\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sunday Morning Market at Westshore Marina District<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 9 a.m.<br \/>Where: Westshore Marina District, 4900 Bridge St., Tampa, FL 33611<br \/>Cost: Free<br \/>Info: Shop from dozens of local vendors while enjoying live music, food trucks and artisanal goods at this dog-friendly market.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/tampatheatre.org\/movie-categories\/summer-sing-alongs\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Summer Sing-Along: The Little Mermaid<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: 6:30 p.m.<br \/>Where: Sparkman Wharf, 615 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602<br \/>Cost: Free<br \/>Info: Sing along to the 2023 live-action The Little Mermaid during Tampa Theatre\u2019s free, family-friendly outdoor screening.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visitstpeteclearwater.com\/celebrate-home-its-727-day\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">727 Day<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: Saturday and Sunday<br \/>Where: Multiple locations throughout Pinellas County<br \/>Cost: Varies based on event<br \/>Info: Show appreciation to Pinellas County locals with a weekend of deals, exclusive giveaways and community events.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bouzytampa.com\/paris-basement-summer-residency\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Paris Basement<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. \u2013 10:30 p.m.<br \/>Where: Bouzy, 1640 W. Snow Ave., Tampa, FL 33606<br \/>Cost: Varies<br \/>Info: Check out Bouzy\u2019s underground cocktail experience featuring a limited drink menu, small bites and music from live DJs.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/floridastatefairgrounds.com\/event\/tampa-christmas-in-july\/2026-07-25\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tampa Christmas in July: An Indoor Shopping Experience<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: Saturday, Sunday<br \/>Where: Florida State Fairgrounds Entertainment Hall, 4800 U.S. Hwy. 301 N., Tampa, FL 33610<br \/>Cost: $5.50 at the door; $5 cash<br \/>Info: Shop from more than 175 vendors selling handcrafted gifts, jewelry, holiday items and more.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/adventureisland.com\/events\/aquaglow\/?tab=upgrades\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">AquaGlow at Adventure Island<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: Select nights through Aug. 8<br \/>Where: Adventure Island, 10001 McKinley Drive, Tampa<br \/>Cost: Included with park admission<br \/>Info: This nighttime event transforms Adventure Island into a neon-filled experience with lights, music and entertainment.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visittampabay.com\/tampa-events\/details\/keel-farms-summerfest\/101080\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Keel Farms Summerfest<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., through Aug. 2<br \/>Where: Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosassa Rd., Plant City,<br \/>Cost: Free<br \/>Info: Go enjoy the sunny weather with free water slides, bounce houses, food trucks and more.<\/p>\n<p>    <a class=\"Link\" href=\"https:\/\/buschgardens.com\/tampa\/events\/summer-nights\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Summer Nights at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday<br \/>Where: 10165 McKinley Drive, Tampa<br \/>COST: Included with park admission<br \/>INFO: Go enjoy extended park hours with fireworks on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.<\/p>\n<p>If you have any upcoming weekend events, send them to brian.mcbride@wfts.com for consideration.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If you&#8217;re looking for something fun to do this weekend (July 24-26), there&#8217;s plenty of action happening around&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":350178,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[205,7083,7084,7085,7086,7087,276,7088,1338,596,135,137,136],"class_list":["post-350177","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-tampa","tag-abc-action-news","tag-citrus-county","tag-desoto-county","tag-hardee-county","tag-hernando-county","tag-highlands-county","tag-hillsborough-county","tag-manatee-county","tag-pasco-county","tag-pinellas-county","tag-tampa","tag-tampa-headlines","tag-tampa-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/350177","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=350177"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/350177\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/350178"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=350177"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=350177"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=350177"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}