Weekend Traffic Advisory: April 10 - 12
Another busy weekend jam packed with concerts, shows, and festivals is just ahead - so plan accordingly for heavier traffic, more pedestrians, and a crowded downtown.
One of the draws will be the Gasparilla Music Festival, happening Friday through Sunday at Meridian Fields, situated between the Water Street Tampa District, the Channel District and Ybor City (101 S. Meridian Avenue). Drivers should use extra caution in and around the area.
Here’s a look at some of the major events:
Friday, April 10
• Tampa Bay Poker Run @ Tampa Convention Center - 7 AM
• Tampa Bay Condo & HOA Expo @ Tampa Convention Center - 7:30 AM
• Gasparilla Music Festival @ Meridian Fields - 3 PM
• Tampa Wine & Food Festival @ Curtis Hixon Park - 6:30 PM
• Straz shows @ 7:30 PM & 8 PM
Saturday, April 11
• Tampa Bay Poker Run @ Tampa Convention Center - 7 AM
• Breakthrough T1D Walk @ Benchmark International Arena / Bayshore - 9 AM
• African Arts in the Park Festival @ Perry Harvey Park - 11 AM
• Tampa Wine & Food Festival @ Curtis Hixon Park - 1 PM
• Gasparilla Music Festival @ Meridian Fields - 3 PM
• Straz shows @ 4 PM & 8 PM
• Tampa Bay Sun game @ Suncoast Credit Union Field - 7:30 PM
• Eric Church @ Benchmark International Arena - 7:30 PM
Sunday, April 12
• Tampa Bay Poker Run @ Tampa Convention Center - 7 AM
• IUCX 2026 (move-in) @ Tampa Convention Center - 7 AM
• Summer Vibes @ Ybor - 11 AM
• Gasparilla Music Festival @ Meridian Fields - 3 PM
• Straz show @ 5 PM
• B2K Reunion: Boys 4 Life Tour @ Benchmark International Arena - 7 PM
To make getting around easier, consider using alternative transportation options like the FREE TECO Line Streetcar, DASH service, HART buses, scooters, bikes, and more.
Reminder: All City of Tampa downtown garages offer free covered bicycle parking and Benchmark International Arena also offers a free bike valet for event attendees.
To see the latest road closures that may impact your commute, visit: Tampa.gov/road-closures.
To view the City of Tampa's parking options, visit: Tampa.gov/parking