Tampa Bay Journalism Project Archives - Creative Loafing Tampa

Professional skateboarder and musician Mike Vallely performing a trick on a concrete barrier with graffiti. The person is mid-air, crouching over a blue patterned skateboard; the background shows a gravel path, green bushes, and a clear sky.

Arts & Entertainment

Street skating legend Mike Vallely comes to Tampa Bay this month

He’s hanging in Tarpon Springs, then doing the ‘Concrete Campfire’ session and talk at SPoT.

by Ray Roa March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Some things don’t change much, and skateboard culture is one of them. While the money and sponsorship game has leveled up, skateboarders have always been the ones to do off the wall shit anywhere they could. Mike Vallely is a legend for it around the Bay area. Now in his mid-50s, and long known as […]

Exterior wide shot of the historic Tampa Union Station building under a bright blue sky with white clouds. The red brick structure features large arched windows, white stone accents, and a symmetrical facade with multiple dark entry doors.

Spring hard hat tour offers insider look at Tampa Union Station renovation

by Ray Roa March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

A line of activists walking through a crosswalk outside MacDill Air Force Base, with one person speaking into a megaphone and others carrying signs that read 'ORDERS ARE NOT AN EXCUSE' and 'End U.S. Imperialism'."

Tampa activists protest Iran conflict outside MacDill Air Force Base

The group held signs reading ‘U.S. out of Iran’ and ‘MacDill = war criminals.’

by Dave Decker March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

21 new restaurants that opened in Tampa Bay so far this year

We got new food halls, beach bars, Italian spots and more.

by CL Staff March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Musician Eemmyy performing on stage at Crowbar in Ybor City during an International Women’s Day concert. The artist, seen from behind wearing a patterned green jacket, raises an arm toward an enthusiastic, crowded audience under low club lighting.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening March 13-19

Including Gabriel Jacoby, John Legend, Cult Member, and more.

by Ray Roa March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

The four members of the band Cozy In The Black pose in a dimly lit room with walls covered in white graffiti and stickers. The central figure wears a large faux-fur trapper hat, a lace-trimmed skirt, and tall brown boots; the other three members stand behind them wearing eclectic headwear, including a red and white knit cap and a black beanie.

Music

WMNF Tampa hosts second ‘Save Our Soundwaves’ concert on Thursday

Art-punk, rock and pop are all on the agenda.

by Ray Roa March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Music

The Florida Orchestra says ‘pay-what-you-want’ at insider Mozart concert

Michael Francis sheds light on the ‘Jupiter Symphony’ before the performance on March 19.

by Ray Roa March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Members of the Tampa band Right On Time performing live on a dark stage with red and blue lighting. In the foreground, a person sings passionately while playing a black bass guitar. A drummer and another guitarist are visible in the background under a 'New World' venue sign.

Music

Pop-punk comes to the movies this month at Tampa’s Sun-Ray Cinema

Right On Time leads the way with ‘Strange Sounds From Seminole Heights.’

by Ray Roa March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Music

Sunday concert aims to ‘Engage’ Hillsborough Democrats

Two powerhouse emcees are on the bill along with rock outfits, and DJ Deacon.

by Ray Roa March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Musician June Bunch lying down against a mosaic background made of rice, black beans, and brown beans arranged in an ornate, halo-like pattern. The person wears a vintage white high-neck lace blouse and looks off to the side with a serene expression.

Music

A no-cover ‘Women In Music’ concert closes Tampa Shuffle anniversary weekend

June Bunch is on the Sunday show along with Deb Ruby, Boycott, Melissa Grady and Ashley Smith.

by Ray Roa March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Musician Zach Bryan wearing a light blue denim shirt and sitting on a brown leather couch in a room with wood-paneled walls. The person has visible tattoos on their arms and looks off-camera; framed photos are on the wall behind them.

Music

Moody country star Zach Bryan plays second Tampa stadium concert this weekend

He is joined by a stellar supporting cast that includes Ohio pop-folk darling Caamp.

by Ray Roa March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

DJ Cub performing a live vinyl set at an outdoor night event. The person wears a black hoodie and a dark baseball cap, leaning over two turntables and a mixer on a table. Lush green plants and a 'Hampton' sign are visible in the background.

Music

New World Tampa hosts an indie-rock dance party that’ll get you home by 10 PM

No AARP card required.

by Ray Roa March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Musician Jaron Jammer playing a multicolored electric guitar on an outdoor stage at a low angle. The person wears a light blue flamingo-print shirt and a dark baseball cap, with stage monitors and a Korg keyboard visible in the background under bright, hazy sunlight.

Music

Emo Night Tampa welcomes psych-folk songwriter Jaron Jammer for no-cover Saturday show

Nephew is on the bill, too.

by Ray Roa March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Musician Liam Hayden, known as Cult Member, standing in a grassy field at sunset. The person wears a black zip-up hoodie with a white skeleton print on the chest, black pants, and a black baseball cap. A long wooden fence and grazing cattle are visible in the background.

Music

Québécois electro producer Cult Member brings ‘New Life’ to Tampa

Liam Hayden is at Crowbar this weekend.

by Ray Roa March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Photo illustration of musician Gabriel Jacoby for Creative Loafing Tampa Bay; Jacoby crouches in a white cap and no shirt in front of a classic car with oversized chrome rims. The image features a blue-tinted, grainy VHS-style scanline texture.

Music

Gabriel Jacoby’s one-of-a-kind Southern sound is putting Tampa on the map once again

He plays Jannus Live on March 19.

by Ray Roa March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Actor Suzy Eddie Izzard smiling on a red carpet; the person has blonde hair and wears red lipstick, a black top, and a thin gold necklace. The background shows a blurred outdoor event setting.

Arts & Entertainment

Interview: Before solo ‘Hamlet’ in Tampa, Suzy Eddie Izzard says drama and acting ‘was a substitute for love and mum’s affection’

Izzard plays 22 different characters in her solo version, which runs five times from March 13-16.

by Marty Clear March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Close-up portrait of comedian Cam Bertrand smiling against a solid turquoise background. The person wears a white baseball cap with a green brim and a black shirt.

Arts & Entertainment

Tampa comedian Cam Bertrand opens for Matt Rife at Benchmark International Arena this weekend

And he’ll return for a smaller headline show in May.

by Michael Murillo March 11, 2026March 12, 2026

A bowl of colorful spicy creamy mushroom ramen

J’s Asian Kitchen opens in Seminole Heights

The Tampa spot serves Japanese, Korean, Thai and Vietnamese comfort classics.

by Laura Troyer March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

Entertainer dressed as a leprechaun celebrating St. Patrick's Day at an outdoor festival event in downtown Tampa.

Arts & Entertainment

The Great Junk Hunt, architecture boat tour and all the best Tampa Bay events [March 12-18]

Plus, lots of St. Patrick’s Day parties.

by CL Staff March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

A close-up view of a fresh, colorful Southwest-style grilled chicken salad bowl from Greenlane outdoors in bright sunlight.

Greenlane grows, Pi day and more Tampa Bay food news

Plus, Shuffle celebrates 8 years, Cinnaholic debuted in St. Pete, Safety Harbor Craft Beer Festival is coming and more.

by CL Staff March 11, 2026March 13, 2026