Tampa's Downtown is divided into seven distinct neighborhoods with their own unique identities. The Tampa Downtown Partnership holds quarterly and monthly events that are specific to each neighborhood, that showcase their defining qualities.
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The Tampa Downtown Partnership hosts free weekly fitness classes in Downtown’s Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.
Monday: HIIT in the Park at 6:00pm
Tuesday: Zumba in the Park at 6:00pm
Thursday: Pilates in the Park at 6:00pm (Returning Soon!)Sunday: Yoga in the Park at 6:00pm
Find fresh finds and city vibes at Downtown’s Backyard Market! This monthly market invites you to Poe Plaza to get down to earth as local businesses and vendors bring fresh produce and food to the heart of Downtown. Join us the second Thursday of each month to explore a rotating lineup of local vendors… there’s always something new to discover!
WHEN: 2nd Thursday of each Month
WHERE: Poe Plaza
For almost 15 years, the Tampa Downtown Partnership has produced a free monthly music series showcasing musical talents of all genres. Check our Events page and the Rock the Park Facebook page for updates and performer/vendor lineups.
WHEN: 1st Thursday of each month
WHERE: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Join us to unwrap a new favorite and experience love at first page. Blind Date with a Book is a quarterly program that pops up in Snow Park to service the West Riverfront neighborhood of Tampa’s Downtown with an opportunity to explore novels and poems in a shared-read setting.
WHEN: February 9, May 11, August 10, November 9
WHERE: Snow Park
Keys in the Park is a quarterly program that takes place at The Square in Lykes Gaslight Park to service the River Arts neighborhood in Tampa’s Downtown. Join us for an unforgettable evening of musical magic! Experience the thrill of dueling pianos as talented musicians go head-to-head playing your favorite songs. So grab a blanket, bring your friends and family, and immerse yourself in an evening filled with laughter, creativity, and the joy of live music.
WHEN: February 13, June 12, October 9, December 11
WHERE: Lykes Gaslight Park
The Channel District Date Nights is a quarterly program that services the Channel District neighborhood in Tampa’s Downtown to provide unique date night opportunities. Whether it is with a spouse, partner, or friend, we everyone to join us for “how to” classes at Washington Street Park.
WHEN: February 11, May 13, August 12, November 11
WHERE: Washington Street Park
Let the good times roll at Central Park Jazz Jam! This FREE community event celebrates the musical history of Downtown Tampa’s Central Park neighborhood. Enjoy LIVE performances from local bands and musicians, along with family-friendly fun from the YMCA. Bring a chair (and your dancing shoes!) as we fill the courtyard of the Tampa Black History Museum with encore-worthy music and community vibes. So let’s get jazzy and swing it like you mean it… this jam is sure to end your evening on a high note!
WHEN: March 17, June 16, September 15, December 15
WHERE: Tampa Black History Museum
Rhythm and Hues is a quarterly program that pops up in a alleyway off of Franklin and Henderson to service the Tampa Heights neighborhood in Tampa’s Downtown. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of creativity as you wander through this unique event. Witness the alleyway come to life with an explosion of color, rhythm, and artistic expression as talented local artists showcase their mesmerizing work.
WHEN: April 17, July 17, October 16
WHERE: The alleyway next to Rialto Theater
West River Live is a quarterly live music program that will pop up at The Boulevard to service the residents of the Tampa Housing Authority’s West River Development. Enjoy an evening of soul music, local vendors and family fun!
WHEN: April 21, July 21, October 20
WHERE:The Boulevard at West River Development
You’re in luck! River O’ Green is an annual, free event to kick off the St. Patrick’s Day holiday, as the Hillsborough River is transformed into a bright shade of green. This day of festive fun at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park will feature live music, kids activities, food trucks, and of course, beer!
WHEN: Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 11am – 4pm
Celebrate the holiday season in Tampa’s Downtown at Winter Village, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning, in Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park!
Located along the Tampa Riverwalk, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is transformed with the sights, sounds and activities of the holidays for children and adults of all ages.
WHEN: Late November – early January
The Tampa Downtown Partnership’s Summer Series is held at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park with a giant 10,000-square-foot tent! It’s the perfect place to go to get out of the house and burn off some energy – all while protected from the hot Florida sun. While at Summer Series, you may also enjoy free Wifi provided by PBXChange and listen to local tunes streamed from Tampa’s Downtown Soundtrack on Spotify!
WHEN: Coming soon!
Boom by the Bay is the Tampa Downtown Partnership and City of Tampa’s official annual Fourth of July event that brings festivities to Julian B. Lane Park in Downtown Tampa. Attendees can enjoy Fourth of July activities, and marvelous fireworks from this waterfront destination. Whether it’s live entertainment, kids games, food trucks, or good old American fun, this event has something for every member of the family.
Admission is free and the entire family is welcome, including four-legged members!
