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Top things to do this week: Caribbean carnival, adult science camp and Tampa in film
By Kelly A. Stefani,
2024-07-08
See colorful costumes and hear a 30-piece steel band at the Tampa Bay International Carnival in St. Petersburg. [ IVY CEBALLO | Times ]
Tampa Bay International Carnival: This celebration of Caribbean culture features two days of food, live music, colorful parades, international vendors and more. A 30-piece steel orchestra band from Trinidad and Tobago performs both days. Saturday’s live music features Latin reggae artists Notch and Don Chezina. Sunday kicks off with a colorful costume parade, followed by live music by Grammy-winning Inner Circle and international soca star Kes the Band. $25, $45 two days, $15 ages 6-12, 5 and younger free. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday (July 13-14). Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Drive SE, St. Petersburg. 727-501-2706.
Science After Dark – Diggin’ Dinos! Jealous of your kids always having fun at camp? Now it’s your turn. MOSI is offering a hands-on experience for guests 18 and older. Enjoy a “sip of science” with included beer and wine selections, appetizers and liquid nitrogen ice cream. This month’s event features dinosaurs and fossils. $30, $20 members. 6-9 p.m. Friday (July 12). Museum of Science and Industry, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. 813-987-6000.
This month, Science After Dark at the Museum of Science and Industry in Tampa features dinosaurs and fossils. It's Friday. [ JEFFEREE WOO | Times (2022) ]
SharkCon: The 10th annual celebration of sharks features shark exhibits, activities, a scuba pool, presentations from the stars of popular shark shows, a giant “Jaws” panel, which includes actor Richard Dreyfuss, and 150 booths of shark- and water-related merchandise. $4.95-$26.95. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday (July 13-14). Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 U.S. 301 N., Tampa. 941-539-0833.
Hollywood Hillsborough Film Series: This film series showcases Tampa Bay’s presence in cinema. The 2016 movie “Live by Night” (R) takes place in Prohibition-era Ybor City and follows Joe Coughlin, the son of a Boston police deputy who turns to a life of organized crime. He and his crew show up in Ybor City to stake a claim in the illegal rum-running business. $5. 7:30 p.m. Thursday (July 11). New Tampa Performing Arts Center, 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa. 813-829-2760.
The Best of All Worlds Tour: Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony, Joe Satriani and Jason Bonham come together for the Best of All Worlds Tour. Loverboy is special guest. $35-$500. 7 p.m. Sunday (July 14). MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4801 U.S. 301 N., Tampa. 813-740-2446.
AquaSkate: Lace up your skates and hit the rink as the aquarium turns into a neon roller paradise reminiscent of the ‘80s. Marine life habitats will remain open for viewing. $45, $35 ages 3-11. 7-10 p.m. Saturday (July 13). Clearwater Marine Aquarium, 249 Windwood Passage. 727-441-1790.
Summer Rum and Seafood Festival: The third annual festival features rum samples, crab races, pirate-themed selfie stations, live music, fresh seafood by 12 chefs and a cocktail bar. $15, children free. 4-10 p.m. Saturday (July 13). Tampa Premium Outlets, 2398 Grand Cypress Drive, Lutz. 727-674-1464.
Get your fill of fresh seafood at the Summer Rum and Seafood Festival in Lutz. [ LUKE JOHNSON | Times (2013) ]
The Rocky Horror Show: Costumes are encouraged and prop bags will be available for purchase at this stage production of the cult classic with characters Brad Majors, Janet Weiss, Dr. Frank-N-Furter and Rocky. No outside props allowed. Anyone who disrespects the theater will be asked to leave. $44.50 and up. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday (July 10-13), 2-4 p.m. Sunday (July 14). David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. Macinnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827.
Steve Aoki: The two-time Grammy-nominated music producer has nearly 3 billion music streams. 21 and older only. $20-$200. 11 a.m. Sunday (July 14). Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 5223 Orient Road, Tampa. 813-627-7625.
Tampa Bay Bridal Expo: Brides and grooms can meet with wedding professionals for tips on choosing the perfect flowers, venue, DJ, photographer and caterer. The first 500 brides get a free reusable tote bag. $5. Noon-4 p.m. Sunday (July 14). Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 U.S. 301 N., Tampa. 727-893-8523.
Tarpon Springs will come alive with an arts and crafts festival this weekend. [ DIRK SHADD | Times ]
Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks Arts and Crafts Festival: American Craft Endeavors display of fine art and craft works by top area artists. Meet the artists and learn about their techniques. Free. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday (July 13), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday (July 14). Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks, 735 Dodecanese Blvd. 561-746-6615.
Splash: A water-themed show featuring mermaids, fish, swimmers and all concepts referring to water. Take a selfie with a merman. Free. 5-9 p.m. Saturday (July 13). Artlofts Gallery, 10 Fifth St. N., St. Petersburg. 727-449-5146.
Summer Circus Spectacular: The Ringling, in collaboration with The Circus Arts Conservatory of Sarasota, presents a show for the entire family, with circus artists from around the world. $20, $15 ages 12 and younger. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday-Friday (July 9-12), 2 and 5 p.m. Saturday (July 13). Historic Asolo Theater, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. 941-360-7399.
Teatro Real: A lineup of world-renowned flamenco artists from Spain. $44-$64. 6 and 9 p.m. Friday (July 12), 2:30, 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. Saturday (July 13). Centro Asturiano, 1913 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa. 813-229-2214.
Sandbar Snorkeling Excursion: Board the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center’s eco vessel at Gate 23 on the St. Pete Pier for a journey to shallow areas where you’ll don a mask and snorkel and search for spider crabs, sea stars, mangrove snappers and grouper. Ages 5 and older only. $34, $26 children. 10 a.m. Saturday-Sunday (July 13-14). St. Pete Pier, 600 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. 727-867-8166.
Summer Classic Movie Series: Beat the heat and take the family to this movie series celebrating the anniversaries of classic films. This portion honors the 20th anniversary of 2004′s “Mean Girls” (PG-13). $5. 7 p.m. Saturday (July 13). Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. 727-791-7400.
Flick & Splash Summer Movie Series: Dive into summer fun with family-friendly movies at city pools. This week brings the 2023 animated musical “Under the Boardwalk.” $1 for ages 3-12, $2 for ages 13 and older. 7-10 p.m. Friday (July 12). Fossil Park Pool, 6739 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N., St. Petersburg.
TASCO Mud Wars: Teams of teens battle it out for the top spot in the dirtiest mud competition around. Register at stpeteparksrec.org/tascoevents. $5 per teen. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday (July 11). Lake Vista Park, 1401 62nd Ave. S., St. Petersburg.
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