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Fri
May 3

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5/3: 5PM-10PM (Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park)
5/4: 11AM-10PM (Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park & Water Works Park)

Riverfest is a public, two-day, free event that is held the first weekend in May each year.  The festival spans the entire length of the Riverwalk including several parks and features family-friendly activities and events showcasing Tampa's cultural institutions, local musicians and restaurants.  The festival includes Taste of Riverwalk on Friday night and RiverFiesta on Saturday.  There is also a full concert series of tribute bands on the main stage in Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and a balloon glow at sunset on both nights.  Other activities include a wiener dog derby, a lantern parade, yoga, a water ski show and a paddle invasion.   

Sat
May 4

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Ybor City Saturday Market
Centennial Park
9:00AM-1:00PM

For additional information, please visit Ybor City Saturday Market
 

 

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Kentucky Derby Party + Casino Night Fundraiser

Get your bow ties and big hats ready – The most exciting Kentucky Derby Themed event in Tampa! Hosted at The Venetian Event Center in New Tampa. As a guest at our 3rd Annual Kentucky Derby-themed party, you will enjoy hanging out with celebrities, casino styled gambling, premium food and beverage, music, dancing, raffles, silent auctions, cigar lounge, vendors, and of course, real-time viewing of the most exciting two minutes in sports! All proceeds will benefit the Tampa Alumni Guide Right Foundation a 501(c)(3) organization. So ladies and gentlemen, fasten up your fascinators and get your bow ties ready... you don't want to miss Tampa Derby Day Party! Over 700 attendees expected this year! Event sell out each year. 

Event Date: May 4, 2024

Time: 3pm

Ticketing Options

Individual Tickets:  $80.00 (includes a seat at a table, food, non alcoholic drink and 500 gaming chips)

VIP Table Tickets:  $680.00 (includes VIP table for 8 people, food, non alcoholic drink and 500 gaming chips for each person) 

ATTIRE: Ladies - Sundress or Pants Suit (Hat or Fascinator optional), Gentlemen - Seersucker Suit, Suit, or Slacks and Sport Coat (Hat optional) Dress Code Will Be Strictly Enforced!  

THIS IS A 21-AND OVER EVENT: Grab your big hats, appetite and the thrill of casino style gambling celebrating the most exciting two minutes in sports.  Guests can purchase either a seat at a table or reserve a table for 8 people.  

Event will start with complimentary food and drinks from 3 - 4:30 pm, then followed immediately with a full authentic casino gaming and Kentucky Derby race viewings.

NO: jeans/denim, shorts, t-shirts, cropped or midriff tops, athletic or swim wear, tennis shoes, and/or flip-flops!

*Event gaming tables provided for entertainment only and are operated by our Casino Party Nights Partner


Contact Name Kevin Jackson

Contact Phone 813-230-5364

Contact Email kevin.tampagrfoundation@gmail.com

Site Contact Details Reginald Grigsby is the event chairmen. Same person who is submitting this event. This event is by a 501c3 non profit

Location Venetian Event Center

Building Name/Room Number/Site

Event Type Holiday/Seasonal Events

Neighborhoods Arbor Greene, East Tampa, Hunter's Green, Seminole Heights, Tampa Palms

Audience Adults

Participation Cost $80

Pre-registration required? Yes

Pre-registration Web Link https://www.tampaderbyday.com

Event Web Link https://www.tampaderbyday.com

Sun
May 5

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Hyde Park Fresh Market

  • Hyde Park Village
  • Sunday, May 5, 2024
  • Event 10am-3pm

For additional information, visit Hyde Park Village

 

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Dr. Philip Levy (USF) explores a little-known and rarely-discussed bit of 1920s congressional legislation, which is at the core of what so many decry as dysfunction in American governance. This talk looks at that law and ways to change it. 

Presented alongside the Smithsonian's "Voices and Votes: Democracy in America," an interactive exhibition that explores American democracy from revolution to civil rights and beyond, running March 23 - May 19. Free admission, free refreshments, and a chance to win 2 tickets to ZooTampa and other prizes!


Contact Name Susan Rakes

Contact Phone (813) 935-9402

Contact Email susan@sulphurspringsmuseum.org

Location Sulphur Springs Museum and Heritage Center

Event Type Education, Lecture

Participation Cost $0

Event Web Link http://www.sulphurspringsmuseum.org

Tue
May 7

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This meeting will be held in the Student Services Building, DSTU 108

 

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Meeting will be held in the second floor conference room.

 

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This meeting is held on the first floor at the City Center at Hanna. Room CR_CCH _CommRmA and CommRmB.

 

Sat
May 11

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Ybor City Saturday Market
Centennial Park
9:00AM-1:00PM

For additional information, please visit Ybor City Saturday Market
 

 

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Gannon University Commencement Ceremony - Ruskin Campus


Location: 
Tampa Convention Center
Ballroom A-D & Meeting Rooms
Website: 
www.gannon.edu
Attendance: 
1200

Thu
May 16

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3rd Thursday

  • Thursday, May 16, 2024
  • 6pm-10pm
  • Madison St. between Meridian Ave. & Channelside Dr.

For additional information, please visit 3rd Thursday

 

Fri
May 17

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Location: 
Tampa Convention Center
Central Exhibit Hall
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2024 Intrigue Dance Intensive - Tampa Graphic

For event details: www.gointrigue.com


Location: 
Tampa Convention Center
Ballroom A-B & Meeting Rooms
Website: 
gointrigue.com
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Come to a Cat Extravaganza to witness our international judges stage, reward and present the most beautiful cats in the world at our family furr-iendly event!


Location: 
Tampa Convention Center
East Exhibit Hall
Attendance: 
2500

Sat
May 18

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Ybor City Saturday Market
Centennial Park
9:00AM-1:00PM

For additional information, please visit Ybor City Saturday Market
 

 

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The 2024 HPWA Scholarship Awards Gala on May 18th, 2024, at TPepin's Hospitality Center, 4121 N 50th Street, Tampa, FL 33610, from 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm. At the HPWA Gala, the attendees will enjoy great food, entertainment, and a fun-filled evening of dancing. Most importantly, we will honor the scholarship recipients and recognize the mentorship program participants.

The proceeds from the HPWF Gala will allow us to provide much needed scholarships for Hispanic women in pursuit of a higher education, who demonstrate academic excellence and have a financial need. Your donation, monetary or in-kind, will make a difference in the lives of these future Hispanic professionals.

Generous sponsors and community support is what makes it possible for us to impact the lives of so many Hispanic students. Your continued support is much needed to provide scholarships and the powerful mentoring program for Hispanic women in pursuit of a higher education, who demonstrate academic excellence and have a financial need.

We hope to see you there! For further information and for sponsorship opportunities please feel free to call us at 727-900-5452, email us at info@hpwatampa.org or contact any of our board members.


Contact Name Hispanic Professional Women's Association

Contact Email info@hpwatampa.org

Location TPepin's Hospitality Center

Pre-registration required? Yes

Pre-registration Web Link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-hpwa-scholarship-awards-gala-tickets-775823347517

Sun
May 19

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Water Street Tampa Market

  • Sunday, May 19, 2024
  • 10am-3pm  

For additional information, visit Water Street

 

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Dr. Elizabeth Aranda (USF) discusses the current political climate engulfing im/migrants’ lives, challenging their rights to work, to obtain health care, to travel, to worship in the community, and carry on with their everyday lives. Recent laws, instilling fear in im/migrant communities, have led some to simply leave the state. This talk will discuss the implications of these laws and what we all stand to lose. 

 
Presented alongside the Smithsonian's "Voices and Votes: Democracy in America," an interactive exhibition that explores American democracy from revolution to civil rights and beyond, running March 23 - May 19. Free admission, free refreshments, and a chance to win 4 tickets to a Tampa Bay Rays game and other prizes!


Contact Name Susan Rakes

Contact Phone (813) 935-9402

Contact Email susan@sulphurspringsmuseum.org

Site Contact Details

Location Sulphur Springs Museum and Heritage Center

Event Type Education

Neighborhoods

Audience

Participation Cost $0

Pre-registration required? No

Event Web Link http://www.sulphurspringsmuseum.org

Mon
May 20

TAMPA BAY WATER - 2024 Regular Board Meeting Schedule
Meetings are held at 9:30am

Tampa Bay Water Administrative Offices 

2575 Enterprise Road

Clearwater, Florida 33763

MAY 20, 2024  (Budget Public Hearing)
A Board Meeting will not be held in June.
JULY 15, 2024
AUGUST 19, 2024
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
OCTOBER 21, 2024
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
A Board Meeting will not be held in December.


Note: Tampa Bay Water Regular Meetings are scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise set by the Board. Any of the above dates can be used for workshops at the Board direction.

 

 

Wed
May 22

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Location: 
Tampa Convention Center
Entire Convention Center
Attendance: 
3000
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Meeting will be held at the second floor conference room.

 

Fri
May 24

Sat
May 25

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Ybor City Saturday Market
Centennial Park
9:00AM-1:00PM

For additional information, please visit Ybor City Saturday Market
 

 

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Don't miss the Uptown Music & Arts Festival in Tampa, Florida on Memorial Day Weekend, May 25th & 26th, 2024 presented by UEG Productions! One of Tampa Bay's premier cultural events featuring works of art and world-class performances featuring chart-topping contemporary jazz and R&B musicians and renown visual artists. 


https://uptownmusicfestival.com 

SATURDAY LINEUP:  Rob Zinn and Andrew Neu, Kayla Waters, Jose Valentino and Charlton Singleton, DW3

SUNDAY LINEUP:  Paula Atherton, Adam Hawley, Alex Harris, Eric Darius

Saturday & Sunday Hours: Gates Open at 2:30pm Festival Hours: 4:00pm -10:00pm

GET TICKETS:  https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/32671/curtis-hixon-riverfront-park?cobrand=uptownmusicandartstampa          Ticket Prices: $90.00 - $500.00

In addition to the music, an important element of the UPTOWN Music & Arts Festival is the Art Pavilion under the direction of Junior Polo, Vero Polo, LLC.  If you are interested in displaying and selling your original artwork at the festival, contact Junior Polo, Vero Polo, LLC at veropolo@veropolo.com.

RAIN OR SHINE - NO REFUNDS

UEG Productions, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

SPONSORS: Smoothjazz.com ~ VisitTampaBay ~ IMI Inc.


Contact Phone 813-724-0433

Contact Email info@uptownmusicfestival.com

Location Curtis Hixon Riverfront Park

Event Web Link https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/32671/curtis-hixon-riverfront-park?cobrand=uptownmusicandartstampa

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The Tampa Museum of Art invites you to fall down the rabbit hole into a world of whimsy and wonder at this year’s Pride & Passion: Wonderland. Celebrate eighteen years of Pride & Passion by immersing yourself in a realm of imaginative delight and celebrate the vibrant LGBTQ+ culture of Tampa Bay. The museum will transform into a Wonderland of extraordinary proportions, offering guests a night of themed drinks, hors d’oeuvres from LGBTQ-friendly vendors, and an array of performances throughout the space. The event is not only a celebration but also a significant fundraiser for the Tampa Museum of Art. Proceeds will support the Museum’s educational programs and exhibitions, helping to maintain low admission costs and foster inclusive art experiences. 


Contact Name Tampa Museum of Art

Contact Phone 8132748130

Contact Email hello@tampamuseum.org

Site Contact Details

Location Tampa Museum of Art

Event Type Arts, Dance, LGBT, Museum/Gallery, Special Events

Audience Adults

Participation Cost $125.00

Pre-registration required? Yes

Pre-registration Web Link https://tampamuseum.org/event/pride-passion-2024/

Event Web Link https://tampamuseum.org/event/pride-passion-2024/