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Tampa Bay Area Events

Discover family-friendly events happening across Tampa Bay, including Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando, and surrounding areas. From kids activities and local festivals to classes and seasonal fun, our event calendar helps families find something to do every day.

  • Kids Fun Skate

    Here’s A Perfect Skating Time For Kids 10 & Younger (And Parents) Featuring Disney Hits Pop Music $10 per person (includes rentals) Birthday Parties Available With Advance Reservation All guests must complete our online waiver prior to entry

  • S.T.E.M Saturdays

    Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC 522 N Howard Ave,, Tampa, United States

    STEM Saturdays at JCC A hands-on session where kids can try simple experiments and activities that introduce science, technology, and engineering in a fun way. It’s interactive and keeps them involved the whole time instead of just watching. Date and Time: Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Shanna & Bryan […]

    $20
  • Blacksmith Demonstrations at Heritage Village

    Heritage Village 11909 125th St,, Largo, United States

    Blacksmith Demonstrations at Heritage Village A laid-back, hands-on history experience where you can watch real blacksmiths at work using traditional tools and techniques. It’s a cool way to see how metalwork was done back in the day, and you can even check out handmade items in the gift shop afterward. Date and Time: Saturday, April […]

    Free
  • Author Fest at Starkey Ranch TLC

    Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center 12118 Lake Blanche Dr,, Odessa, United States

    Author Fest at Starkey Ranch TLC A relaxed day for book lovers where families can meet local authors, listen to stories, and join in on creative workshops. It’s easy to wander through at your own pace, whether you’re browsing books or stopping for a storytime session. Date and Time: Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 10:00 […]

    Free
  • Bay Area Renaissance Festival 2026

    Bay Area Renaissance Festival 2026
    Bay Area Renaissance Festival 12838 Auton Rd, Dade City, United States

    Bay Area Renaissance Festival Step into a 16th-century village filled with knights, performers, and lively crowds. You can wander through artisan shops, watch jousting matches, and catch all kinds of stage shows—from magicians to musicians—while enjoying themed weekends and plenty of food along the way. Date and Time: Weekends, February 14 – March 29, 2026 […]

  • Saturday Learn to Skate Class – Skateworld Tampa

    SkateWorld Tampa 7510 Paula Dr., Tampa, FL, United States

    Saturday Learn to Skate Class – Skateworld Tampa A fun and beginner-friendly way for kids to get comfortable on skates while enjoying some time on the rink. The session includes a short lesson followed by open skating, so it feels more like play than practice—great for building confidence step by step. Date and Time: Saturdays […]

    $12
  • Minecraft Mania at MOSI

    Museum of Science and Innovation 4801 E Fowler Ave,, Tampa, United States

    Minecraft Mania at MOSI A hands-on workshop where kids take what they love about Minecraft and turn it into real problem-solving challenges. It mixes building, teamwork, and simple coding, so it feels like a game but still keeps them thinking and creating the whole time. Date and Time: Saturdays | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM […]

    $15
  • Springtime Bash With Extended Hours

    ZooTampa 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL, United States

    Your family can have even MORE time for unforgettable adventures during our Springtime Bash! Enjoy extended hours through 7:00PM on select dates featuring: Happy hour specials at all bars throughout the Zoo from 3:00-6:30PM with BOGO food & drink offers! A live DJ dance party to keep the fun times going in Africa. Additional Signature […]

  • Young Directors’ Film Festival

    Tampa Museum of Art 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, United States

    Celebrate the best of Tampa Bay high school film making with the Tampa Museum of Art’s Youth Council! The Youth Council’s Young Director’s Film Festival

    Free
  • 20,000 Leagues Under the Seas

    Carrollwood Cultural Center 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, United States

    From the books by Jules Verne, this staged reading of 20,000 Leagues Under the Seas will take you on a mysterious journey with the peculiar Captain Nemo and a daunting monster of the deep. Sponsored by Kearns Mortgage Team, LLC.

  • Pioneer Nights

    Crescent Lake Park

    Kids enjoy a night of friends, fun, campfire, and s'mores, pioneer style.

  • Sunday Breakfast Bowl- Pinchasers

    Sunday Breakfast Bowl- Pinchasers

    Breakfast and unlimited bowling for just $11.99! We know Sundays are for families — so bring the whole family to Pin Chasers for unlimited bowling plus breakfast for just $11.99 per person! Join us from 9:00-11:00 AM on Sunday mornings for Breakfast Bowl! Breakfast Bowling includes: Two hours of bowling Two eggs (your way), bacon, toast   […]

    $11.99
  • Pancakes and Pajamas

    Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC 522 N Howard Ave,, Tampa, United States

    Pancakes and Pajamas A cozy Sunday morning where kids can show up in their pajamas, decorate pancakes, and spend time with crafts and books. It’s relaxed and easygoing, perfect for a slow start to the day. Date and Time: Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Location: Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC, […]

    Free