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A sunny, action-oriented outdoor photograph showing participants during Walk Bike Tampa World Car-Free Day on Sept. 22, 2024. Captured from a low angle, a group of pedestrians and cyclists cross a wide street along bright green painted crosswalk markers under a clear blue sky. In the foreground, a woman wearing a pink baseball cap, grey tank top, black leggings, and sneakers runs alongside a man wearing a white backwards cap, a white shirt with a green stripe, tan shorts, and running shoes. Behind them, several adults and a child on bicycles, as well as a runner in a yellow t-shirt, travel across the intersection framed by palm trees, overhead traffic lights, and city buildings.

‘Kidical Mass Bike Ride’ is part of Tampa’s World Car-Free Day this weekend

A 5.3-mile course stretches between Westshore and Ybor City.

by Ray Roa September 23, 2026September 23, 2026

A photographic drawing artwork by David Hockney titled 'Perspective Should Be Reversed,' 2014 showing a reverse-perspective room interior. In the foreground, a trapezoidal pink table widening toward the viewer displays the text "PERSPECTIVE SHOULD BE REVERSED" alongside potted succulents, glassware, books, and a bowl of citrus fruits, flanked by seated figures on chairs. In the spacious, bright studio background, multiple figures in casual clothing raise their arms or stand amidst framed artworks on light grey walls under flat studio lighting.

Arts & Entertainment

Exhibit with work from David Hockney, who ‘restored the human form to art,’ is now open at Tampa Museum of Art

‘Perspective Should Be Reversed’ is on display through Feb. 27, 2027.

by Ray Roa September 23, 2026September 23, 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

An indoor medium shot photograph by Michael Johnson showing Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera at Tampa City Hall in Tampa, Florida on June 23, 2026. Standing centrally in his office, Viera wears dark-framed glasses, a white long-sleeved dress shirt, a brown belt, and a blue, red, and white diagonally striped tie while holding his right hand over his heart and looking slightly off-camera to the right. The office wall behind him is completely covered with framed historical portraits and political photographs, including prominent framed portraits of John F. Kennedy and Abraham Lincoln, alongside a black leather office chair in the background.

Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera leaves city hall in November—and he has to take all the stuff in his office with him

District 7’s 10-year councilman shares stories behind the items that make his tiny space unique.

by Ray Roa and Michael Johnson September 22, 2026September 22, 2026

An indoor studio photograph showing podcast guest Noah Sain at the CL TV studio in Tampa, Florida on Sept. 17, 2026. Seated at a round wooden table, Sain wears a dark short-sleeved t-shirt and silver chain necklace while gesturing open-handed with both hands as he speaks into a studio microphone. Set in front of him on the table are several bottles of sake, a glass, and a small can. In the background, a green neon palm tree light glows on a dark shelf unit on the left, next to a illuminated tripod floor lamp on the right under warm, low studio lighting.

Sake Block festival among Tampa Bay’s best food & drink events happening September 24-October 1

The sake and ceramic festival is the first of its kind and happens at Morean Center for Clay on Oct. 1.

by Ray Roa and Annalise Mabe September 22, 2026September 24, 2026

Silhouetted Florida manatee swimming underwater in Crystal River, Florida.

Thousands of gallons of sewage spilled upstream from Clearwater’s new manatee protection zone

The spill was relatively small, but activists say the city should upgrade its infrastructure to prevent things like this from happening again.

by Valerie Smith September 22, 2026September 24, 2026

An indoor medium shot photograph by Dave Decker showing Tampa City Council member Luis Viera speaking at the C. Blythe Andrews Jr. Public Library in Tampa, Florida on July 9, 2026. Standing in front of indoor window panels and a light wood wall, Viera wears dark-framed glasses, a blue blazer, a pink button-down shirt, and a blue-and-white diagonal striped tie while speaking into a microphone held in his right hand and pointing forward with his left index finger. In the soft-focus background on the left, an audience member in a light green shirt observes the presentation under bright indoor lighting.

Here are 10 things I’ve learned during 10 years as a Tampa City Councilman

Luis Viera hopes he has used his City of Tampa experience to acknowledge and enjoy what is happening now.

by Luis Viera September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

Community leader Fran Tate enters Tampa’s District 5 City Council race

The founder and president of the Jackson Heights Neighborhood Association wants to get infrastructure projects moving.

by Leif Helland September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

A wide indoor gallery photograph by Dave Decker showing (L-R) Danny Olda, Noelle Mason, and Liz Dimmitt at Tempus Projects in Ybor City, Florida on Sept. 17, 2026. Three panel speakers sit in a row on metal-framed chairs on a light wood floor against white art gallery walls. On the left, Danny Olda sits wearing a baseball cap, a long-sleeved light grey shirt, black trousers, and loafers while gesturing mid-conversation. In the middle, Noelle Mason sits wearing a dark leather jacket over a black patterned top, black trousers, and dark shoes, actively speaking with hand gestures. On the right, Liz Dimmitt sits in a leopard-print midi dress and dark shoes, resting her hands in her lap. Framed artwork, wall text, and headphones are displayed on the wall in the background.

Arts & Entertainment

Photos: Ybor City’s Kress Contemporary hosts ‘Go Ahead, Buy Some Art’ discussion

A triumvirate of local art scene lifers had a robust conversation about collecting.

by Ray Roa and Dave Decker September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

A low-angle portrait photograph by Dave Decker showing Novice Sister Haram Bae at the Wet Spot at The Wet Spot in St. Petersburg, Florida on April 5, 2026. Positioned centrally under a bright blue sky with white clouds, the performer looks down toward the camera with light makeup, dark winged eyeliner, red lipstick, and a nose ring. They wear a white habit with a gold crown, layered gold chain necklaces, and a dark red garment, set against an outdoor courtyard featuring a poolside bar and umbrellas in the background.

Arts & Entertainment

Hoping to join Tampa Bay’s Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, a nun hopeful organizes abortion fundraiser

Novice Sister Haram Bae helps the community on Sept. 25 at Delicious Wine Bar.

by Valerie Smith and The Sapphic Sun September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

A promotional group portrait of the cast and director of Kelundra Smith's 'The Wash,' making its Florida premiere Oct. 1-11 at The Studio in St. Petersburg. Seven women pose in two rows against a dark studio background with a black-and-wood slatted wall accent. In the back row (L-R), Holly Marie Weber stands in a bright blue top, Jemier Jenkins in a pink dress with braided hair, Jada Griffin in a light blue sleeveless top, and Andresia Moseley in a grey top. Seated in the front row (L-R), Nadine Young poses in a teal sleeveless jumpsuit, director Erica Sutherlin sits centrally with crossed legs in a white top, light green trousers, and sneakers, and Marjorie Joseph sits on the right in a lilac blazer, light blue jeans, and heels.

Arts & Entertainment, Events & Film, Tampa Bay Journalism Project

This play about Atlanta’s 1880s washtub unions is Tampa Bay’s most urgent show

‘The Wash’ runs at The Studio Oct. 1-11.

by Avery Anderson and Tampa Bay Arts Passport September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

A stage production photograph by Chaz D. Photography showing (L-R) Michael Gregory, Kayah Bonilla-Mas and Jill Schroeder in 'Vanya and Sonya and Masha and Spike' at Off-Central Players in St. Petersburg, Florida. Set inside a cozy living room, Michael Gregory sits on the left in a wooden armchair wearing a grey t-shirt, burgundy satin pajama pants, and slippers, facing Jill Schroeder on the right, who lounges in a matching armchair in blue plaid pajama pants and a grey top while sipping from a cup with a straw. In the center background, Kayah Bonilla-Mas stands between them in a yellow patterned dress with a red headscarf, leaning forward over a small round woven table against a backdrop framed by framed artwork, wall sconces, and a staircase.

Arts & Entertainment, Events & Film, Tampa Bay Journalism Project

‘Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike’ is the biggest risk St. Pete’s Off-Central Players has ever taken

The production closes this weekend.

by Avery Anderson and Tampa Bay Arts Passport September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

A candid outdoor photograph showing visitors exploring an artisan vendor market during Heightened Senses in Tampa, Florida. Set in a paved outdoor courtyard on an overcast evening, three women wearing tank tops, skirts, and flower crowns browse handmade jewelry display stands covered in necklaces alongside a man in a grey t-shirt, while a black table setup with bottled goods is visible on the right.

Arts & Entertainment

Tampa Heights’ monthly Heightened Senses open studio and art party returns on September 24

The evening has everything from visual art, makers, live music, bevvies, and tacos, too.

by Ray Roa September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

A close-up outdoor portrait of artist Alexandre Arrechea. Smiling in warm sunlight, Arrechea wears gold reflective sunglasses, a white short-sleeved collared shirt, and a small silver hoop earring, with his right hand resting under his chin. He has a full afro hairstyle and a neatly trimmed goatee, set against a soft-focus background of city buildings and a bright blue sky.

Arts & Entertainment

Cuban artist Alexandre Arrechea, co-founder of Los Carpinteros, comes to Tampa on Wednesday

He’ll speak at the USF Tampa campus on behalf of Graphicstudio.

by Ray Roa September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

A colorful parade photograph of the Tampa Bay Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence during Tampa Pride in Ybor City, Florida March 23, 2024. In the foreground, a performer wearing white face paint with dramatic flame makeup above the eyes, white-and-red headwear, and a red habit adorned with lapel pins holds an open rainbow fan. Behind them in the street march, another performer with orange hair, sunglasses, and a black hat stands beside a performer with dark curly hair and face makeup, set against parade barricades, spectators, and historic Ybor City storefronts under an overcast sky.

Arts & Entertainment

Tampa Bay Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence head to the Hub for a local theater fundraiser

The group is helping Theatre eXceptional pay for ‘The Little Mermaid.’

by Ray Roa September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

A group portrait of civil rights pioneers and members of the 1960 Tampa Woolworth sit-ins outside the Franklin Exchange and Wilson buildings in downtown Tampa on Nov. 17, 2025. Seven well-dressed elderly individuals pose outdoors in front of a modern building entrance. Four men and one woman stand in the back row wearing formal suits, dark blazers, a red jacket, and a bright green dress suit with a large fabric flower accent. Seated in front on white folding chairs are three individuals, including a man in a dark suit holding a walking cane in the center and a woman on the right in a grey outfit. Most wear circular white "I SAT / I STAND" pin-back buttons and event credential lanyards.

Arts & Entertainment

Documentary about Tampa’s 1960 Woolworth sit-ins screens for free again this weekend

‘Triumph’ screenings are part of HPLC’s 12th Annual Family Heritage Festival.

by Ray Roa September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

A historic black-and-white promotional photograph showing an exterior view of the Tampa Theatre in Tampa, Florida c. 1943, where a crowd is gathered for the opening night of '42nd Street.' Courtesy of USF Digital Commons, the wide marquee display reads "14 GREAT STARS", "42ND. STREET", and "200 GORGEOUS GIRLS" above a large illuminated rooftop sign featuring "42nd STREET" with costumed cutouts of performers. Below on the street, a large crowd in 1940s attire gathers around vintage automobiles and a horse-drawn carriage parked alongside the sidewalk in front of Hale Drug Co. and adjacent storefronts.

Arts & Entertainment

Oxford Exchange hosts Tampa Theatre book talk on Sunday

‘Tampa Theatre: A Century of Stories’ is set for release this month.

by Ray Roa September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

Arts & Entertainment

Here are the St. Pete museums offering free admission this weekend

Free Museum Day happens on Saturday, Sept. 19.

by Ray Roa September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

A wide concert performance photograph by Dave Decker showing hardcore punk band Turnstile playing at Jannus Live in St. Petersburg, Florida on Oct. 14, 2022. Captured from behind a dense, packed crowd of fans with their arms raised in the air, the band performs on a brightly lit stage under a prominent white backdrop displaying the word "TURNSTILE" in bold italicized lettering above a circular, patterned lighting fixture.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening September 17-24

Including Turnstile, WMNF’s Dolly Parton tribute, Anamanaguchi, and more.

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

A promotional indoor flash photograph of the band Pat & The Pissers. Four band members sit side-by-side on a wooden bench against a plain white wall framed by small hanging picture frames above. From left to right: a man with a beard, glasses, and a black hood wearing a black graphic hoodie and blue jeans; a man wearing glasses, a dark jacket over a graphic t-shirt, and dark trousers; a band member with long straight light-brown hair wearing a grey flannel shirt and blue jeans with hands folded in their lap; and a man with short curly dark hair and a mustache wearing a red sweatshirt with white text across the chest.

Music

Jack White opener Pat & the Pissers plays Tampa concert on Wednesday

It opens for Death Lens at New World.

by Ray Roa September 16, 2026September 16, 2026