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    Things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend | August 16-18

    By Rebekah Nelson,

    10 days ago
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    If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend (August 16-18), there's plenty of action happening around the Tampa Bay area.

    Looking for more fun? Click here.

    Things to do this Friday (8/16)

    Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire

    When: 7:30 p.m.
    Where: 4800 US Hwy 301 North, Tampa
    Cost: Click here for ticket information
    Info: Watch the two groups perform live at the Florida State Fairgrounds.

    Crafter's Corner: A Local Artist Market

    When: 5 p.m.
    Where: 1901 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg
    Cost: Free
    Info: At this indoor market, you'll find handmade jewelry, art and more from local vendors.

    Things to do this Saturday (8/17)

    Maren Morris at Mahaffey Theater

    When: 8 p.m.
    Where: 400 1st Street South, St. Petersburg
    Cost: Click here for ticket information
    Info: Watch the Grammy-winning artist perform live with special guest Anna Graves.

    Aquatic Luau 2024

    When: 6:30 p.m.
    Where: 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater
    Cost: $45-$55
    Info: Enjoy the Clearwater Marine Aquarium's end-of-summer celebration with live entertainment and more.

    Tarpon Springs Hippie Fest

    When: 2 p.m.
    Where: 750 Dodecanese Boulevard, Tarpon Springs
    Cost: Free
    Info: Check out retro vehicles and listen to live music at this annual festival.

    Bookstore Romance Day

    When: 10 a.m.
    Where: 2153 1st Avenue South, St. Petersburg
    Cost: Free
    Info: Tombolo Books is teaming up with Black Crow Coffee to offer a special "Lover Girl Latte" and Romance-themed activities.

    Things to do this Sunday (8/18)

    The Market: Back to School Celebration

    When: 10 a.m.
    Where: 971 Water Street, Tampa
    Cost: Free
    Info: Head to this back-to-school-themed market to find local vendors and a school supply drive.

    Multiday events

    Monster Jam

    When: Saturday and Sunday, starting at 1 p.m.
    Where: 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa
    Cost: Click here for ticket information
    Info: Watch monster trucks take on intense courses at Amalie Arena.

    Tampa Bay Comic Con Celebration

    When: All weekend, starting at 12 p.m., Friday
    Where: 1901 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg
    Cost: $10-$15
    Info: Find signings, workshops and more at this event celebrating comic culture at Imagination Museum.

    The Hub 75th Anniversary Party

    When: Friday and Saturday
    Where: 719 North Franklin Street, Tampa
    Cost: Free
    Info: Catch live music at one of the oldest dive bars in Tampa to celebrate its anniversary.

    St Pete Open 59th Annual Spearfishing Tournament

    When: All weekend, starting at 8 p.m., Friday
    Where: 3769 50th Avenue South, St. Petersburg
    Cost: Click here for ticket information
    Info: Watch or participate in the world's oldest spearfishing tournament.

    Premier League Kick-Off Weekend

    When: All weekend, starting at 3 p.m., Friday
    Where: 405 South Howard Avenue, Tampa
    Cost: Free
    Info: Make your predictions for the English football league and enjoy food and drinks.

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