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Tampa Bay Area Events

Name: AquaGlow – Adventure Island Tampa Bay
Start: 2026-08-07T20:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-08-07T23:00:00-04:00
Location: Adventure Island Tampa Bay

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.

August 2026
Art on the House at the Tampa Museum of Art

August 6 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Art on the House at the Tampa Museum of Art

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

Art on the House Every Thursday from 4 to 8 pm, the Tampa Museum of Art offers Art on the House where admission prices change to pay-as-you-will, and visitors choose whatever admission price they want to pay. Bring the family and celebrate 100 years of art in Tampa with exhibitions that emphasize ancient, modern, and contemporary art. Beginning at 4 pm every Thursday, walk up to […]

Donations
Back 2 School Bash / Hope in the Park – Clearwater First Nazarene Church

August 6 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Clearwater First Nazarene Church (Hope Park – Gym) 1875 Nursery Rd,, Clearwater, United States

Back 2 School Bash / Hope in the Park – Clearwater First Nazarene Church Clearwater First Nazarene is opening its doors (and gym!) for a free community celebration packed with […]

Free
Imagine Museum: $5 After 5 PM Thursday

August 6 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Imagine Museum: $5 After 5 PM Thursday

Imagine Museum 1901 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL, United States

$5 After 5 PM Thursdays Unwind at Imagine Museum every Thursday night from 5pm to 8pm for just $5! Explore mesmerizing sculptures and intricate designs in a cool, laid-back atmosphere perfect for

$5
August 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park 600 North Ashley Drive, Tampa, FL, United States

Rock the Park is a FREE monthly music series showcasing musical talents of all genres. Rock the Park is typically held at Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park on the first […]

Free
AquaGlow – Adventure Island Tampa Bay

August 6 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm AquaGlow – Adventure Island Tampa Bay

Adventure Island Tampa Bay 10001 N. McKinley Drive,, Tampa, United States

AquaGlow – Adventure Island Tampa Bay Adventure Island transforms into a neon paradise after dark for AquaGlow, a family-friendly nighttime event with vibrant lights, pulsing music, and immersive surprises around […]

$39.99
Toddler Takeover at Glazer Children’s Museum

August 7 Toddler Takeover at Glazer Children’s Museum

Glazer Children’s Museum 110 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, United States

Toddler Takeover August 1 – September 30 When big kids head back to school, toddlers take the lead with programs designed just for them—full of movement, sensory play, and age-appropriate […]
Visit a National Park for FREE Today – See Florida List

August 7 Visit a National Park for FREE Today – See Florida List

2026 Free Entrance Days in the National Parks Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other […]

Free
Florida Botanical Gardens- Free Admission

August 7 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Florida Botanical Gardens- Free Admission

Florida Botanical Gardens 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo, United States

Florida Botanical Gardens The Florida Botanical Gardens is one of the best free outdoor attractions in Pinellas County, featuring more than 100 acres of gardens, walking trails, native Florida plants, […]
Father’s Day at Imagine Museum: Dad’s World

August 7 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Father’s Day at Imagine Museum: Dad’s World

Imagine Museum 1901 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL, United States

Father's Day at Imagine Museum: Dad's World Treat dad to a one-of-a-kind Father's Day experience at Imagine Museum, where kids design their own planet inspired by their dad, create mission […]

$5
250th Celebration – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

August 7 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm 250th Celebration – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 10165 N McKinley Drive, Tampa, United States

250th Celebration – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Busch Gardens goes all-American this summer with a patriotic limited-time celebration packed with world-class coasters, live shows, Americana-inspired food, and the brand-new Wild
Småland Kids Play Area at IKEA Tampa

August 7 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Småland Kids Play Area at IKEA Tampa

IKEA Tampa 1103 N 22nd St, Tampa, United States

Småland Kids Play Area at IKEA Tampa A simple option for parents who want a little breathing room while shopping. Kids can spend time in a supervised play space, giving […]

Free
Back 2 School Bash – Balm Recreation Center

August 7 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Balm Park & Recreation Center 14747 Balm Wimauma Rd, Wimauma, United States

Back 2 School Bash – Balm Recreation Center A fun end-of-summer celebration exclusively for Balm Summer Camp 2026 enrollees, featuring arts & crafts, lawn games, popcorn, snow cones, and more. […]

Free
Impact Martial Arts Patents Night Out

August 7 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Impact Martial Arts Patents Night Out

Impact Martial Arts 13038 Race Track Rd, Tampa, United States

Karate Parents Night Out in Tampa Now, Every Friday AND Saturday Night is Parent's Night Out at Impact Martial Arts! Parents, need an evening without the kids? Our Parents Night Out gives you […]

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Clearwater Threshers Baseball Fireworks & Theme Game Day- Comic Book

August 7 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

BayCare Ball Park 601 Old Coachman Rd., Clearwater, United States

Clearwater Threshers Fireworks & Comic Book Join the Clearwater Threshers on Friday,August 7th at 6:30 PM at BayCare Ballpark. After the game, stay in your seats for a spectacular post-game […]

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AquaGlow – Adventure Island Tampa Bay

August 7 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm AquaGlow – Adventure Island Tampa Bay

Adventure Island Tampa Bay 10001 N. McKinley Drive,, Tampa, United States

AquaGlow – Adventure Island Tampa Bay Adventure Island transforms into a neon paradise after dark for AquaGlow, a family-friendly nighttime event with vibrant lights, pulsing music, and immersive surprises around […]

$39.99