

Bluegrass export Dead South comes to Tampa’s Orpheum this week
Throw some Neil Diamond in there, too.
Swedish band Lucifer plays a night of heavy metal in Ybor City
They’re wrapping up a world tour.
Heights Unites festival returns to Tampa’s Brew Bus with strongest lineup to date
It happens on February 22.
Joe Exotic sentenced to 22 years in prison for attempting to murder Tampa’s Big Cat Rescue CEO
Maldonado-Passage was convicted in April of 2019 on 21 counts, including plotting to kill Baskin, as well as wildlife trafficking, animal abuse, and euthanizing five tigers.
Tampa rock favorite DieAlps! releases new album at American Legion next month
‘More Important Things’ also features Rainer Maria’s Kaia Fischer.
Tampa’s RyGuy’s Chicken and Waffles celebrates new Ybor location with free beer next weekend
And they’re hosting a welcome party next Saturday with free beer.
After 26 years, Tampa’s Big Top Flea Market will close for good this spring
Ready for more townhomes?
Florida State Fair’s new food offerings include jalapeño ice cream, Sriracha funnel cake and more
The State Fair runs from Feb. 6-17.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, state Cabinet members revise felon rights-restoration rule
The rule could satisfy a federal judge’s ruling that the state must have a way for felons who cannot afford to pay “legal financial obligations” to register to vote.
Bradenton’s Motorworks Brewing is putting adoptable dogs on their cans
A portion of all proceeds from the four-packs goes toward Shelter Manatee.
Nickelback, Stone Temple Pilots come to Tampa this summer
Stone Temple Pilots are scheduled to join the tour, with Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown and Switchfoot making special appearances along the way.
Superfood cafe Kaia Bowls opens a second Clearwater location
Every type of smoothie bowl you can imagine.
The Crepe Factory is now open in Safety Harbor
Nothing but sweet, savory and build-your-own crepes on the menu.
Florida supporters of recreational marijuana fire back at Attorney General Ashley Moody
Lawyers for the political committee Make It Legal Florida filed a 51-page brief Monday urging the Florida Supreme Court to sign off on the proposed amendment.
Curious Markings brings ghosts of St. Augustine’s DIY past to Tampa Bay
The band plays The Hub on Wednesday and Bananas next Thursday.
K-pop giant BTS brings world tour to Orlando this summer
It’s the band’s only Florida date so far.
Florida domestic abusers could lose their pets if new bill passes
The bill would allow judges to grant exclusive care, custody and control of pets to people who file domestic violence injunctions.
Grammy award-winning singer Alicia Keys is coming to Tampa this fall
Grab tickets ASAP.
Miami’s III Points 2020 festival lineup includes The Strokes, Robyn, Kaytranada and more
Grab those early bird tickets this Friday.
St. Pete’s German Knödle lands on Yelp ‘Best of 2020’ list
It’s also opening a second location in Hall on Central.
Taco Bus near USF Tampa is closed for remodeling
And it’s a little bit funny.
St. Petersburg’s Lucky’s Market will close next month, along with most of the Florida locations
So long, Sip and Stroll!
St. Pete’s Crafty Squirrel hosts an Australian fire fundraiser this weekend
Now’s the time to finally try an Australian meat pie.
La Dolce Vita Restaurant opens in the former Le Boudoir space in South Tampa
More new eats for 2020.
It would appear that Tim Tebow has finally had the sex
Congrats on the sex.
Metro Inclusive Health helps Tampa Bay trans folk navigate lifestyle changes at Monday meet-up
‘Beautiful TRANSformations’ happens every quarter.
Florida Holocaust Museum offers free admission for International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Historian Debórah Dwork gives a lecture at 6:30 p.m.
This Sunday at Tampa’s Glazer Children’s Museum is for kids with special sensory needs
Explore with lights and sounds turned down and sensory adapted tools.
Straz Center’s ‘Golden Girls’ puppet show is preceded by a full-on drag diva brunch
One-time, only, people.
‘The SpongeBob Musical’ will bring Bikini Bottom to life in Tampa this summer
It’s at the Straz Center in July.
Hall and Oates’ new tour stops in Tampa this summer
Squeeze and KT Tunstall open the show.
New Clearwater burgers, bourbon, and beer spot opening soon
It’s literally called 3Bs.
Tampa Bay’s high school culinary stars shine at the ‘Fair-Tastic Foods’ cooking competition
And a chance to be featured in the Florida State Fair cookbook.
St. Pete brewery hosts forum on 2020 ballot initiative of raising minimum wage to $15 an hour
The Pinellas Democratic Socialists of America play host.
The Portico Tampa explores how shelters become homes in new art show opening Friday
23 local artists focus on the struggles and victories that homeless people face.
Dough Nation dessert shop leaves downtown Tampa, opens new location in Carrollwood
Break your diet for a good cause.
DaBaby will headline 94.1’s Wild Splash concert in Clearwater this spring
Grab your tickets before it sells out—it always does.
Duffy’s Sports Grill is auctioning off its coveted Super Bowl bar seats
Including free food and booze.
The City of Tampa wants your leftover Gasparilla beads
Collection sites can be found at any of the Tampa Parks and Recreation locations.
You can turn in your Gasparilla beads for free admission to the Florida Aquarium
Just depends on how many pounds of beads you bring in.
Tampa’s annual craft cocktail competition Highball returns Jan. 31
Cheers to more boozy events.
Lakeland’s new food hall The Joinery is now open
Get ready to make a trip up I-4 for new eats.
Florida agency approves $200,000 in funds to bring Trump’s Space Force to the Sunshine State
“If you can’t make the articulate arguments for what capabilities you’ve got to support missions, you’ll never get those mission assignments.”
Tampa Sen. Janet Cruz wants to redirect unused funds from Florida’s guardian program
The proposal would allow school’s to request leftover funding from the program for other purposes, such as school hardening or salaries of school resource officers.
Black Lips, Navin Ave. and more lead another week of the best Tampa Bay concerts and live music
Concert report from ‘Radio Reverb’ on WMNF 88.5-FM.
Tampa’s DJ Sandman among more than 20 local iHeartRadio employees laid off this week
The corporate radio giant likes to use the term ‘dislocation.’
Hillary Clinton reminds Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis that voting is a basic human right
“Voting isn’t a privilege. It’s a right.”
Country star Jason Aldean is coming to Tampa next summer
If you simply can’t wait to belt your favorite country anthems, Aldean will be in Orlando on Jan. 31.
Expect the dumbest traffic in downtown Tampa this weekend
Next week’s will be worse, though.
Delta Airlines will add new Tampa to Miami flights this spring
This is probably the best way to settle which city has the better Cuban sandwich.
A downtown Tampa Chinese New Year celebration offers a solid Gasparilla alternative next week
The Chinese-American Association of Tampa Bay hosts.
ZooTampa just welcomed a new endangered baby white rhino
The calf is the seventh white rhino born at the zoo as part of their Species Survival Plan.
Brick & Mortar owners will open new seafood joint Sea Worthy Fish + Bar in Tierra Verde
But you’ll have to pay a toll to get a taste.
Florida Orchestra stages ‘Picasso to Hockney’ mini-concerts at MFA St. Pete next week
Free with the price of museum admission.
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence make ‘Bad Boys for Life’ the threequel you hoped for and expected
The final hour is vintage ‘Bad Boys,’ with jokes and bullets flying in equal measure.
Guy Pearce shoots to kill his career in ‘Disturbing the Peace’
If you love bad movies, meet your new holy grail.
EDM star Steve Aoki shows off his ‘Neon Future’ at The Ritz Ybor this Saturday
His label, Dim Mak, is approaching its 25th anniversary.
Tampa Rep. James Grant is trying to make it harder to get citizen initiatives on the Florida ballot
“I think it’s a fundamental question of whether we trust the voters or not,” said Rep. Fentrice Driskell, D-Tampa.
This guy is already waiting in line for the grand opening of the Pinellas Park Jollibee
Talk about dedication for a year’s worth of Chickenjoy.
Orlando’s religious theme park that doesn’t pay taxes may close for good
Despite being registered as an ecclesiastical organization that is exempt from paying taxes the Holy Land Experience has remained in the red for years.
HCC Ybor’s spring art show explores the drama of the warming Gulf of Mexico
‘As the Gulf Turns’ probably isn’t for climate change deniers.
Florida Supreme Court says convicted felons must pay fines before voting
Thursday’s opinion came as the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals prepares to hear arguments Jan. 28 in the separate federal lawsuit.
Tampa Bay History Center delves into the history of Gasparilla Festival this Wednesday
Gasparilla season is in full swing.
Start Gasparilla season off right at The Getaway’s Pirate Puppy Pawty
Break out that doggy pirate costume.
Park & Rec Tampa is being sued by condo association
Loud music and flashing lights prove to be a problem yet again for a downtown Tampa business.
Ottmar Liebert and Luna Negra bring their Spanish guitar melodies to Clearwater
New age music lovers rejoice.
Demetri Martin brings his ‘Wandering Mind’ tour to Tampa this Saturday
Tickets are still available.
Tony Toni Tone, Dwele and more to headline Black Heritage Music Festival in Tampa this weekend
Enjoy the food, drinks, and art too.
Get a wholesome start to pirate season this Saturday at the Children’s Gasparilla Parade
Get your tickets for reserved seats before they sell out.
St. Petersburg’s Zen Glass Studio & Gallery hosts a night of nude art
Opening night of its “Garden of Eden” exhibit.
Dave Bautista will be grand marshal of Tampa’s Gasparilla parade
“‘I come for the booty!!!!’ Dreams do come true!”
Winn-Dixie will close St. Petersburg store next month
It’s last day open will be February 10.
Donut Fest heads to St. Petersburg’s Hofbrauhaus this spring
Get your early bird tickets before it’s too late.
It’s actually going to feel like winter in Tampa Bay next week
Great news for anyone planning on attending the Gasparilla parade in a full-on pirate suit.
The Dunedin Blue Jays will give away Denis Phillips bobbleheads
You have to wait until June 20.
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will visit Tampa’s Westshore Plaza next month
Ready to get cute?
Prince Tanuki harpist performs as ‘Little Cherub’ this Friday at Shuffle
Ever heard of lo-fi harp music?
Hooch and Hive hosts a night of grunge and punk rock this Friday
Featuring Radkey, The Drain Outs and JOYEATER.
Warehouse venue Paper Crane transforms into a disco dance party this Friday
Featuring legendary local DJs.
Filipino fast-food restaurant Jollibee opens tomorrow in Pinellas Park
Might want to call off work.
Beauty is only skin deep, but ‘A Shayna Maidel’ goes beneath the surface at Tampa’s Innovocative Theatre
Catch the show before it wraps on January 19.
Tampa’s ‘Smoken Words’ open mic fosters unfiltered talent every Thursday night
Poet and founder Novacane elaborates on her award-winning event.
Two Florida Republicans want to deny life-saving health care to transgender youth
This is just the latest attack on basic human rights for Florida’s already targeted and vulnerable transgender community.
Gallery 221 at HCC hosts annual exhibit featuring a mini-retrospective of artist Kalup Linzy
The show is running from January 21 – March 5.
USF Contemporary Art Museum takes on climate change with two new solo exhibitions
The show runs from January 17– March 7.
Tampa Heights’ Italian restaurant Rocca lives up to the hype
Don’t miss out on the mozzarella cart.
Savage Love: Advice for late bloomers and Dan calls upon the fairy submother
Addressing your social anxiety will up the chances you’ll get laid again, but no promises.
Frenchy’s has a ghost kitchen, Harvest Bowl comes to Seminole Heights and more Tampa Bay foodie news
And we say goodbye to St. Pete staple Babalu.
Seminole Heights’ new fast-casual restaurant and market Harvest Bowl is opening this week
Get ready for a salad bar, acai bowls and healthy sips.
Dunedin band Pipe Dreamer brings metal to their hometown for the first time in years
Metal exists everywhere.






