An action-packed nighttime skateboarding photograph showing Tampa Am concrete jam at Skatepark of Tampa in Tampa, Florida on Oct. 18, 2025. Captured with a wide-angle fisheye lens inside a concrete bowl, a shirtless skateboarder wearing tan pattern shorts, green-and-white sneakers, a black cap, and an open tan vest balances along the coping during a trick. In the background, another skater in an orange t-shirt and dark pants rides along the bowl's curved wall, surrounded by spectators and bright outdoor stadium lighting illuminating the night sky.

Tampa Bay’s best things to do October 16-22, including Tampa Am, Sanders-Nixon rally, and more

Plus Art Fair Tampa, Lauren Groff’s ‘Brawler’ talk at the Tampa Bay History Center, and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 16, 2026October 16, 2026

Tampa Am, the Angie Nixon-Bernie Sanders rally, and Art Fair Tampa lead Creative Loafing Tampa Bay’s weekly list of things to do, covering Oct. 16-22, 2026.

A promotional photograph showing A promotional photo for 'Bat Boy: The Musical' happening at Carrollwood Cultural Center in Tampa, Florida on Oct. 16-25. Captured in a flat-lay view, three printed promotional flyers for the musical rest on a textured granite counter surface. The left and right flyers feature a black-and-white tabloid newspaper cover styled after Weekly World News, showing a dramatic wide-eyed Bat Boy with pointed ears and fangs opening his mouth in a scream, while the center flyer displays a yellow-and-black show poster titled "BAT BOY THE MUSICAL" detailing event dates and showtimes under bright indoor overhead lighting.

Arts & Entertainment

Tampa Bay theater happenings October 16-22, including ‘Bat Boy: The Musical’ at Carrollwood Cultural Center

Plus ‘Misery’ at Jobsite Theater, ‘Constellations’ at Off-Central, and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 16, 2026October 16, 2026

A concert performance photograph showing Dumpstaphunk plays Jannus Live in St. Petersburg, Florida on Sept. 28, 2017. Captured in a low-angle medium shot, bassist Tony Hall stands on stage playing a flame maple top electric bass guitar while positioned beside a microphone stand. He wears a dark t-shirt featuring a stylized flag motif, performing under vivid orange, red, and purple stage spotlights with bright overhead lighting fixtures illuminating the dark background.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening October 16-22, including Tampa Pig Jig, Clearwater Jazz Holiday, and more

Plus Snail Mail, Good Folk Fest, Ted Leo at the Bernie Sanders-Angie Nixon rally, and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 16, 2026October 16, 2026

Music

Review: In Tampa, Weezer goes for the gold during stacked alt-rock gathering [w/photos]

Say yes.

by Josh Bradley and Ryan Metcalf October 15, 2026October 15, 2026

A wide interior event photograph by Centro Asturiano de Tampa showing Wines of Spain at the Centro Asturiano de Tampa in Ybor City, Florida on Oct. 16, 2024. Captured from a wide angle across the polished hardwood floor of a grand ballroom, attendees stand raising wine glasses in a collective toast. In the foreground, guest figures stand beside high-top cocktail tables and tasting stations beneath crystal chandeliers and grand arched wall moldings under warm venue lighting.

Food & Drink

Tampa Bay’s food & drink events happening October 15-22, including Wines of Spain and more

Plus A Taste of Tapeo at Golden Isles, Dunedin Seafood and Music Festival, and more.

by Leif Helland and Josh Bradley October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

Music

Review: In Tampa, Kyle Gordon lives a million fictional lives during satirical music history concert (w/ photos)

The New York satirist was at New World Tampa last Sunday.

by Josh Bradley October 12, 2026October 12, 2026

A promotional press photograph by Robb Klassen showing Dana McWayne (L) and Alden McWayne, AKA Dana and Alden. Captured in a medium shot in open water under an overcast sky, Dana McWayne stands waist-deep in the water wearing dark waders, a cream knit sweater, and a yellow beanie hat. Beside him, Alden McWayne recline-lounges in an inflatable orange-and-black raft wearing dark green tall rubber boots, white clothing, and a sailor hat with a pom-pom while holding its brim under soft natural daylight.

Music

Best new concerts coming to Tampa Bay include Newport Jazz Festival alumni Dana and Alden, Samantha Fish and more

Plus Jacuzzi Boys, The Early November, 99.5 QYK Guitar Pull and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 12, 2026October 12, 2026

A red carpet portrait photograph by Kathy Hutchins showing Karol G at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 25, 2026. Captured in a medium close-up, singer Karol G smiles at the camera while forming a heart shape with both hands over her chest. She wears a black mesh net top with long sleeves, drop earrings, and long wavy blonde hair with dark roots, standing in front of a purple event backdrop featuring white lettering under bright venue flash photography.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening October 9-15 including Karol G, Clearwater Jazz Holiday and more

Plus Daddy Kool’s new concert series, the Independent Bar anniversary shows, and more.

by Josh Bradley and Ray Roa October 9, 2026October 9, 2026

Music

TikTok satirist and style parody master Kyle Gordon plays Tampa on Sunday

The ‘Modern Day Weird ‘Al’ Yankovic’ even got Daniel Radcliffe to appear on his album.

by Josh Bradley October 9, 2026October 9, 2026

wide-angle indoor photograph at Mighty Fine in Tampa, Florida in December 2024. Captured with a fisheye lens perspective from behind a counter, two people smile and laugh while enjoying sandwiches—one wearing a light blue sweatshirt and the other in a dark navy "HOCKEY" hoodie. In the foreground, serving trays hold grilled sandwiches and side items, while the background features wooden shelving lined with pantry goods, kitchen supplies, and a person standing near the back doorway under warm indoor venue lighting.

Food & Drink

Tampa Bay’s best food & drink events this week, including the Mighty Fine-Late Start Brewing anniversary party

Plus a 17th birthday for the Indie, brunches, tapas at Golden Isles, and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 7, 2026October 8, 2026

A concert finale group bow photograph by Frank Embacher showing Hans Zimmer (center) with members of the 19-piece ensemble backing him on a 2026-2027 'Hans Zimmer Live – The Next Level' tour. Captured in a wide shot on a brightly illuminated concert stage, composer Hans Zimmer stands at the center with arms raised holding hands with his full touring band and orchestra ensemble as they take a collective bow before the audience. The musicians wear diverse stage attire, including a vibrant yellow-and-red plaid patterned gown and traditional draped garments, beneath an intricate array of overhead stage spotlights and light beams against a dark arena background.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best new concerts, including Hans Zimmer, Lindsey Stirling, and more

Plus Bachman-Turner Overdrive, Yung Gravy, and Camping In Alaska.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 7, 2026October 7, 2026

A close-up interior photograph showing Backstage at Tampa Theatre in Tampa, Florida on May 27, 2026. Captured in a low-angle perspective looking down a dark hallway, a historic stage lighting dimmer switchboard panel features rows of vintage metal levers topped with worn orange-red handles and aged dial indicators, set beside a metal-reinforced door marked "TAMPA THEATRE" under warm low-light illumination.

Arts & Entertainment

Tampa Bay’s best things to do October 8-15, including the Tampa Theatre reopening kickoff

Plus book talks, the theater listing, and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 7, 2026October 9, 2026

A close-up outdoor photograph showing A Lost Coast Oyster, harvested in Terra Ceia, Florida. Captured in a first-person perspective on a boat, a hand holds a freshly shucked raw oyster in its shell, showcasing the clear brine and pale meat inside. In the background, black mesh floating aquaculture cages tied together float on the rippling open water along the edge of a white boat hull under natural daylight.

Food & Drink

Tampa Bay’s best food & drink events happening October 1-8, including oysters and Café Clementine coming together at MFA St. Pete

Plus Savor the Bay, Cars + Coffee + Donuts at Lucky Tigre, Florida Orchestra Guild afternoon tea and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 1, 2026October 1, 2026

A performance action photograph showing Tampa City Ballet at Kress Contemporary in Ybor City on Feb. 18, 2023. Captured in a medium shot inside an artistic venue, a lead dancer stands center stage in a sleeveless light blue fitted vest top and grey trousers with her slicked-back dark hair pulled into a neat bun, extending one gloved white hand outward while looking down to the left. Behind her, other dancers in dark attire perform under vibrant purple, blue, and green theatrical stage lighting.

Arts & Entertainment

Tampa Bay’s best things to do October 1-8, including Tampa City Ballet, St. Pete Night Market anniversary, and more

Plus literary events, theater, sports, Pride nights, film, and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 1, 2026October 1, 2026

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening October 1-8

Including Thundercat, The Beths, Ziggy Marley, Warren Haynes, and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 1, 2026October 1, 2026

Music

Tampa Bay’s best new concerts include spring 2027 gig from Dinosaur Jr.

21 Savage, Tauk, and The Lemon Twigs are headed to the Bay area, too.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley September 29, 2026September 29, 2026

An outdoor promotional portrait photograph showing jazz trio (L-R) John O'Leary III, Alejandro Arenas, and Mark Feinman of La Lucha. Seated together on the concrete steps of a purple exterior doorway against a pale green building wall, the three musicians dress in suits while holding ice cream popsicles and laughing together. On the left, John O'Leary III wears a grey suit jacket, blue trousers, and brown shoes while holding a white popsicle. In the center, seated a step lower, Alejandro Arenas wears a white dress shirt, dark tie, blue trousers, and black dress shoes while holding a yellow popsicle and resting his suit jacket on his knee. On the right, Mark Feinman sits wearing a dark black suit, dark tie, and black shoes while holding a red popsicle under bright daylight.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening September 24-October 1

Including Beats on the Street, the return of Streetcar Live, Forest Sounds, The Format, a Jazz Surge anniversary, and so much more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley September 23, 2026September 24, 2026

An outdoor landscape photograph by photographer Holly Apperson showing the exterior of the Safety Harbor Public Library in Safety Harbor, Florida. Captured under a clear blue sky illuminated by warm, late-afternoon sunlight, the multi-story stucco building features a drive-up covered entrance canopy on the left with palm trees and a Spanish-tile roof. Moss-draped oak branches frame the upper right foreground above a black metal fence, manicured green lawn, and parking lot in front of the building's main entrance.

Arts & Entertainment

Tampa Bay’s best events this weekend, including the Safety Harbor book sale [9/24-10/1]

Plus the weekly local theater listing, literary events, comedy, and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley September 23, 2026September 23, 2026

Music

Review: In Clearwater, John Fogerty and Steve Winwood roll with it during packed double-header

Back in the high life again.

by Josh Bradley September 22, 2026September 25, 2026

Music

Photos: Empire Of The Sun plays Tampa’s Midflorida Credit Union Amphitheatre

Midnight Generation was there, too.

by Josh Bradley and Sandra Dohnert September 22, 2026September 22, 2026