25 Tampa Bay Instagrams you should be following during the coronavirus quarantine

@FloridaAquarium

Since closing, the Florida Aquarium has posted videos of turtles, penguins, puffer fish, AND otters. It’s wholesome content that doubles as a break from all those cat videos your mom is sending over Facebook.

Photo via @FloridaAquarium/Instagram

@OlDirtySundays

Crowbar’s long-running patio party is on pause for now, but that hasn’t stopped residents DJ Casper, Fader and Deacon from throwing down on the ones and twos for its Quaranstream party.

Photo via @OlDirtySundays/Instagram

@CityOfTampa

Well, following the city government’s Instagram during a pandemic is never a bad idea. The city has posted news updates, but also feel good stories amid the chaos.

Photo via @CityOfTampa/Instagram

@FeedingTampaBay

Keep up with the local nonprofits efforts around the city, read an uplifting quote from time-to-time, and even donate a few bucks if you’re able.

Photo via @FeedingTampaBay/Instagram

@InfiniteThird

St. Pete local Infinite Third has been active lately. After canceling his tour after two shows, he’s been going live on Instagram and posting videos to IGTV almost daily. Alongside his appearances on other local livestreams (April’s Rock the Park, and a home performance for Grassroots Kava House), the ambient tunes should drown out any annoyances nicely.

Photo via Katlynn Mullins

@ThisJennGirl

Sure, Jenn Thai is a Tampa-Based food blogger, but her food-filled-feed is also crammed with beauty recommendations, life in quarantine, and of course, her dog Sadie.

Photo via @ThisJennGirl/Instagram

@MezKhalifa

Tampa nightlife is on hold right now, but the local king of heartfelt, quite-often-lit, content is still his warm and earnest self even in quarantine times. Thank you for your service, Jabari.

Photo via @MezKhalifa/Instagram

@SunshineKitty_Catfe

St. Pete’s first catfe was set to open in March, but that was obviously postponed. Though you can’t sit and sip your coffee with the kitties yet, grabbing a brew and scrolling through the catfe’s feed (abound with fluffy creatures) will make you feel just as cozy.

Photo via @SunshineKitty_Catfe/Instagram

@TheCakeGirlLLC

Cake Girl is holding a cupcake decorating competition, and it starts on April 6. You just order a kit (complete with 12 mini cupcakes, two bags of icing, and an assortment of candies), decorate the cupcakes, and post on YOUR Instagram for a chance to win a “Behind the Scenes Tour with Cake Girl” and a $25 gift card. Not interested? Just follow and wait for the cupcake videos to start rollin’ in.

Photo via @TheCakeGirlLLC/Instagram

@CLTampaBay

Our staff has dwindled recently, but we’re still working to get you coronavirus coverage. You can keep with Tampa Bay’s latest pandemic happenings, find local takeout deals, and even find the occasional freebie. It’s an obvious choice, if we say so ourselves.

Photo via @CLTampaBay/Instagram

@CrowbarYbor

Just two weeks ago, Crowbar was forced to close its doors for 30 days. Since, its feed has been filled with livestream promos and artist pictures. Tap the link in its bio to donate a few bucks while you’re creeping on previous posts from the “before time.” Don’t worry, we’ll all be groovin’ in the Ybor City space again soon enough.

Photo via @CrowBarYbor/Instagram

@DissentCraftBrewing

Social distancing becomes a little easier with every beer picture. This local brewery’s feed has been filled with business updates, photos of brews, and the promo of “virtual bottle share” Facebook group, in which you can share what you’re drinking with other locals, or linger around for recommendations.

Photo via @DissentCraftBrewing/Instagram

@MiguelAndHolly

Miguel and Holly’s feed is filled with videos of their shenanigans, Throwback Thursdays, and the occasional meme.

Photo via Miguel And Holly/Website

@StreetLacedPromo

Street Laced Marketing has joined forces with Tampa Bay Business Network, Club Clarity Radio, and Network 4 a Cause to bring the beats of Street Laced DJ’s Crew right to your living room via Facebook. Tune in this weekend, and then search “Street Laced” on GoFundMe to donate. All the proceeds go to the Bullard Family Foundation.

Photo via @StreetLacedPromo/Instagram

@ThisBabeEats

Kiera is a Tampa-based food blogger with an almost 47K following. Whether you just want to drool over the food photography or get a local restaurant recommendation, this babe’s got ya covered.

Photo via @ThisBabeEats/Instagram

@ZooTampa

ZooTampa has been posting animal education, bird memes, plenty of penguins, and even a tortoise reading with a zookeeper. Though titse not open right now, following the page is just as good as a visit.

Photo via @ZooTampa/Instagram

@97xOnAir

Fill your hours with clips of artist interviews, videos of past greenroom performances, photos of your favorite alternative artists, and the occasional puppy photo. Also, they’ve gone live with a few Green Room performances.

Photo via @97xOnAir/Instagram

@CuriousCatBakery

Curious Cat has been posting its online offerings (available for order), and was offering virtual baking lessons last month. There’s no need to worry if they don’t make a comeback, she has a cookbook coming out on April 4.

Photo via @CuriousCatBakery/Instagram

@EngageCurrent

This Tampa nonprofit has been posting snapshots of its effort to help Tampa’s low-income families wash their laundry for free. See all the suds and sanitizing on their account, and even learn how to donate if you’re able.

Photo via @EngageCurrent/Instagram

@GlazerChildrensMuseum

The museum has been posting videos of staff adventures, DIY projects parents and their kiddos can do at home, and interactive posts to get your (or your child’s) brain thinking.

Photo via @GlazerChildrensMuseum/Instagram