Countdown to Gasparilla Pirate Fest: Tampa’s biggest event is less than a month away

With less than one month until Gasparilla Pirate Fest, Tampa is gearing up for one of America’s largest and most electrifying parades. The celebration kicks off on Saturday, January 25, 2025, with events spanning the city from the waterfront to downtown, transforming Tampa into a pirate’s playground

Florida State Fair is one of Tampa’s biggest events of the year

The Florida State Fair is back at the Florida State Fairgrounds from February 6-17, 2025. This year’s event promises to be one of the biggest and most exciting yet, bringing everything you love—outrageous food, thrilling carnival rides, live music, and more—right to your doorstep.Mark your calendars

Plant City’s world-famous strawberry shortcakes are served at a beloved roadside market

Plant City’s World Famous Parkesdale Market is gearing up for the return of its beloved Strawberry Shortcake season, and it’s well worth the drive from Tampa. Starting January 2, the market will switch from its Summer Menu to the highly anticipated Shortcake Menu, signaling the start of a fresh seas

HART’s popular Route 1 bus route will be fare-free in 2025

In an exciting move for public transit in Tampa, the Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) announced that starting January 5, 2025, Route 1 will be fare-free for all riders. This change will make traveling between downtown Tampa and key destinations more accessible and affordable than ever.Route 1 s