A trio of emcees, and three big ass birds, will be in Ybor City for ‘Drunken Turkey Fry’
There’s no cover, but it’s $10 for a plate.
Tampa Filipino restaurant Lucky Tigre is moving, but remains open in SoHo for now
Don’t worry–you can still get your favorite lumpia at the SoHo spot in the meantime.
Tampa Bay’s best live music happening February 22-29
Including Hiss Golden Messenger, War On Women and Clearwater Sea-Blues Festival.
Former Deep Purple singer Glenn Hughes plays Clearwater motorcycle museum this weekend
He’s celebrating 50 years of ‘Burn.’
The kids are gonna go mad when EDM producer Isoxo brings his new album to Ybor CIty this weekend
He’s coming off a big gig at L.A.’s Shrine auditorium.
South Caroline jangle-pop favorite Daddy’s Beemer plays Tampa on Saturday
Fellow Charlestonian band Homemade Haircuts opens.
Ahead of ‘Vibe’ release, funk-jam favorite Lettuce returns to St. Pete
The Bostonians are back at Jannus Live this weekend.
Billy Joel and Sting never got to form that supergroup, but they are playing a Tampa stadium show this weekend
The piano man hasn’t been here since the pandemic.
‘If you really want to stop abortions, get a vasectomy’: Critics push back on new ‘unborn child’ Florida bill
“This deceptive bill is about making it even harder for Floridians to access the abortion care that they need.”
Bluegrass supergroup Nickel Creek plays Clearwater concert on Saturday
It’s like the holy triumvirate of twang.
St. Pete’s ‘We Out Here’ festival is ‘a statement of resistance and a celebration of marginalized voices’
War On Women headlines at Bayboro Brewing this weekend.
Fresh off Gasparilla Music Festival, Tampa songwriter Shelby Sol celebrates release of ‘Solar Return’ EP
She’s been teasing the work with a series of concerts.
Soulful pop-rock band Próxima Parada plays Tampa show on Friday
Local heavy hitter Speak Easy opens.
Miami no-wave band Donzii tops stellar ‘Contort Yourself’ party in St. Pete this weekend
Ortrotasce is among the local support.
Band of Heathens brings Tom Petty vibes to Tampa’s Skipper’s Smokehouse
The Teague Brothers open on Friday.
Pasco Pride brings drag queens, LGBTQ+ services and more to Land O’ Lakes this weekend
The celebration recently moved out of New Port Richey.
A downtown Tampa coworking space is hosting EDM producer Niko The Kid this weekend
Sorry Not Public is open to the public for once.
Globetrotting Tampa rap duo They Hate Change plays free Ybor City concert on Saturday
Sam E Hues and Vern Sr. open the swanky show that’s a far cry from the band’s DIY garage days.
Punk supergroup Codefendants returns to Tampa Bay on Sunday
Fat Mike & co. were last in town for Lost St. Pete.
Scotty Wright Quintet plays jazz in the garden this weekend in St. Petersburg
Head to the Woodson.
St. Petersburg’s Planet Retro Records hosts free concert and punk-rock market on Sunday
The Don’t Belongs are among scheduled acts.
Local nonprofit Green Book of Tampa Bay hosts a Black Art Gala this weekend
The event takes over Straz Center.
Rodney Crowell brings ‘Chicago Sessions’ songs to Clearwater on Wednesday
The songwriter got help from Jeff Tweedy on the album.
Heartbreakers drummer Steve Ferrone is doing a Tom Petty tribute in St. Pete this month
He’s also played with John Mayer, Average White Band, and Eric Clapton.
The 2024 Florida Strawberry Festival returns to Plant City
It runs from Thursday, Feb. 29 to March 10.
Localtopia, St. Petersburg’s big ol’ homegrown celebration of local makers, returns this weekend
It’s gonna be packed at Williams Park.
Two Tampa Bay area beaches ranked among Tripadvisor’s ‘Best Beaches’ of 2024
The Sunshine State as a whole usually ranks pretty high in this annual list.
Florida teens warn that proposed social media ban may have unforeseen consequences
The bill passed the House last month and was expected to clear the Senate on Wednesday.
‘It’s been a rough couple of years’: Death of beloved Florida manatee, Asha, highlights ongoing threats, risks
So far this year, state wildlife officials have recorded 83 deaths across the state through Feb. 9.
Victims of Florida’s Dozier School for Boys may finally get compensation
The bills do not detail amounts of money, saying they would be “subject to appropriation” from the Legislature.
Florida bill to teach kindergarteners about threats of communism gets Senate approval
Bill sponsor Jay Collins, R-Tampa, and other supporters have warned that young people are increasingly viewing communism in a positive light
Interview: Hiss Golden Messenger brings the fullness of humanity to Ybor City
‘I’m trying to find my way back to a feeling of mystery and magic,’ MC Taylor explained.
All the best events happening during Tampa Bay Beer Week 2024
From tap takeovers and huge beer fests to limited-edition releases and movie screenings.
Tampa Republican Jay Collins wants to overhaul Florida’s energy laws to scrub any mention of greenhouse gas emissions
The bills would also ban offshore wind turbines in Florida-controlled waters and on property within one mile of coastlines.
Fast food salad concept Greenlane breaks ground on new St. Pete location
It’s slated to debut later this year.
Q&A: Ahead of Clearwater show, Carl Palmer talks about bringing bandmates back to life onstage, and more
The show that never ends stops at Ruth Eckerd Hall on Friday.
Surprise, ‘Madame Web’ is an early contender for worst movie of 2024
That’s right, Sony has made another Spider-Man movie without Spider-Man.
Jennifer Lopez is coming to Tampa, and her album covers were designed with help from a Bay area artist
Tickets to see her play Amalie Arena this summer go on sale Friday.
Tampa-St. Pete’s Cross Bay Ferry offers free kids tickets starting next month
The ferry runs Wednesday-Sunday.
Florida is one step closer to making it easier to kill bears
“We have to have a way for people to defend themselves,” Shoaf said.
Florida House unanimously approves bill to designated A1A as ‘Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway’
“His success is a testament to what can be built with just six strings, an idea and talent that lends itself to a catchy song.”
Gasparilla Music Festival 2024: Killer Mike and Big Boi added to Sunday lineup after Lake Street Dive drops out
Lake Street Dive cited illness for the last minute cancellation.
Elected officials across Florida are challenging a new law requiring them to disclose finances
Supporters of detailed disclosure requirements say, in part, that such information can help show officials’ potential conflicts of interest.
Oracle Of Ybor: I’m a freelancer, but also sick of chasing people down for my money
And what do I do if my soulmate and I disagree on having kids?
Tampa Bay’s best live music happening February 15-22
Including GMF, Rod Stewart, Softcult and more.
Florida Republicans look to limit book ban challenges, loosen teacher certification rules
The wide-ranging measure, passed by the Republican-dominated chamber in an 84-35 vote, would make numerous changes to public schools.
Florida House passes bill making it illegal to hog the left lane
The proposal would apply to drivers on highways with at least two lanes in the same direction and speed limits of 65 mph or higher.
St. Pete’s collard green fest returns, Michelin adds more local restaurants, and more Tampa Bay food news
Plus, Detroit Coney Island closes, Dunedin Mix makes its debut and more.
Tampa Bay Sun FC, a new pro women’s soccer team, receives D1 status
The club also started stadium renovations this week.
Few students apply to Florida universities after DeSantis order to help Jewish students, others
The governor’s order announced last month waives application fees and, in some instances, grants in-state tuition to transfer applicants.
Dunedin Mix, a food hall with a rotating carousel bar, is now open in Pinellas County
All but one of its restaurants are up and running.
Tampa Heights’ Magnanimous Brewing opens new location in Seminole Heights
This new spot joins the brewery’s existing locations in Tampa Heights and Bradenton.
Downtown Tampa’s big St. Patrick’s Day party returns next month, green river and all
But there is a movement to stop dyeing the Hillsborough.
Florida bill would give college aid to high school drop outs
The program would be available to people ages 16 to 21 who have dropped out of high school.
Florida’s controversial bills to ban Pride flags and protect Confederate monuments appear to be dead
The Governmental Oversight and Accountability Committee will not meet again before the scheduled March 8 end of the legislative session.
Op-Ed: St. Petersburg City Council should vote in support of a ceasefire resolution
Cities like San Francisco, Chicago, and Minneapolis have led the way.
