Barre in the Park Begins 6pm Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park In conjunction with the Bryan Glazer Jewish Community Center, the Tampa Downtown Partnership is proud to bring this free community fitness class to Tampa’s Downtown! Barre in the Park
3rd Thursdays Begins 6pm Grand Central at Kennedy Enjoy some gourmet food truck fun paired with independent short flicks and live music! Pour House and City Dog Cantina provide micro brews and tasty cocktails. Over ten gourmet food trucks will be on site, offering everything from burgers to vegetarian bites and much more. This is a spectacular way to spend a Thursday evening in Downtown Tampa! 3rd Thursdays
SunLit with Cigar City Poetry Journal Begins 6:30pm Lector Wine Shoppe & Social Club Join Sarah Escue, Jonathan Simkins, and poets Marielle Grenade-Willis and Guillermo Parra for a night of bilingual poetry! This event is free to attend. SunLit with Cigar City Poetry Journal
Open Rehearsal – La Boheme Begins 6:30pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Opera aficionados and neophytes alike always enjoy a behind-the-scenes peek into a rehearsal with Managing Director and Chorus Master Robin Stamper, observing the director and artists working on scenes for the upcoming opera production. A brief, informative overview of the opera begins the evening. This is a very popular event and seating is limited. Open Rehearsal – La Boheme
Spamilton: An American Parody Begins 7:30pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Don’t miss this parody from the comic mastermind behind the long-running hit Forbidden Broadway. After tearing it up in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, this show fulfills its manifest destiny by conquering Tampa for a limited time only. Spamilton: An American Parody
The Chaperone (2019) 7:30pm to 9:15pm Tampa Theatre Written by Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes and adapted from Laura Moriarty’s best-selling novel, The Chaperone follows the rise of silent-film star Louise Brooks. But before acting, it was dancing, first in Kansas, where Louise was born and raised, and then in New York City. Louise is out to become famous, but also to explore a life of freedom in the jazz-age hustle-and-bustle of the Big Apple. The Chaperone (2019)
Latin Nights Begins 9pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts An evening of food and dancing. Meet new friends, experience Latin-inspired tapas and drink specials and dance to the thrilling rhythms of a live salsa band and DJ. Latin Nights
A Solo Exhibition by Fine Art Photographer Lisa Fitch Begins 8am TECO Public Art Gallery Photographer Lisa Fitch presents “Illuminating Tranquility”, Collecting Stories from Experience. The natural world can mean different things to different people. For some, it’s a place of inspiration and awe. For others, it’s an escape. A Solo Exhibition by Fine Art Photographer Lisa Fitch
Spring Celebration Begins 9am The Florida Aquarium Come out of your cocoon for an underwater Egg Scavenger Hunt with a special prize for the kids and get photos with the Diving Bunny. Be sure to bring swimsuits for the kids to enjoy the outdoor Splash Pad, take in a flick in the 4-D theater, catch the game, enjoy a refreshment at the Outdoor Fins Cantina, and more! Spring Celebration
Do the Local Motion Noon to 1pm Lykes Gaslight Square Park The southern portion of downtown Tampa is undergoing major re-development, but not many people know this area set the stage for the development of Tampa as we know it. Join guest tour guide Rebecca O’Sullivan for a tour of Fort Brooke, Tampa’s original “downtown development” established in 1824. Do the Local Motion
Live Music at Sparkman Wharf Begins 6pm Sparkman Wharf Grab a drink and a find a nice place to sit as the live music lays down a soundtrack for your weekend. If you have not visited Sparkman Wharf yet, this is a great excuse to make the trip! Live Music at Sparkman Wharf
A Scanner Darkly (2006) 10:30pm to 12:15am Tampa Theatre Join REWIND for A Scanner Darkly, a trippy, claustrophobic film experience with an all-star cast. The film features Keanu Reeves, Winona Ryder, and Robert Downey Jr. A Scanner Darkly (2006)
Egg Hunt at Glazer Children’s Museum Begins 8am Glazer Children’s Museum Meet and take pictures with the Easter Bunny, search for thousands of eggs, play games, and more at GCM’s annual Egg Hunt. All activities, snacks and treats, and a full day of Museum play are included with admission. Egg Hunt
Heights Spring Festival Begins 10am Armature Works Armature Works is pleased to announce the Heights Spring Festival. Join us April 20th on the West Lawn, from 10am – 5pm, to celebrate all things Spring. There will be visits from the Easter bunny, an egg hunt, petting zoo, egg decorating, bounces houses and more fun for the whole family. Heights Spring Festival
Senior Fitness Walk Begins 10am Armature Works Lace up those walking shoes and get ready for a fun program with fellow Tampa seniors. This senior fitness walking program gives participants a chance to get out and get fit! Walkers will meet at the tables in front of the market facing the Riverwalk entrance. Senior Fitness Walk
Art Spot 11am to 2pm Tampa Museum of Art Let your imagination run free as the Museum’s art facilitators introduce exhibition-specific methods of art making filled with fun and creativity for you and yours. Art Spot
Spamilton: An American Parody Shows at 2pm and 7:30pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Don’t miss this parody from the comic mastermind behind the long-running hit Forbidden Broadway. After tearing it up in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, this show fulfills its manifest destiny by conquering Tampa for a limited time only. Spamilton: An American Parody
The Chaperone (2019) Shows at 2pm, 4:45pm, and 7:30pm Tampa Theatre Written by Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes and adapted from Laura Moriarty’s best-selling novel, The Chaperone follows the rise of silent-film star Louise Brooks. But before acting, it was dancing, first in Kansas, where Louise was born and raised, and then in New York City. Louise is out to become famous, but also to explore a life of freedom in the jazz-age hustle-and-bustle of the Big Apple. The Chaperone (2019)
Sunrise Service Begins 6:30am Water Works Park Celebrate Easter with a casual sunrise service in the park. This service, led by The Portico campus staff, features acoustic music, meditation, and conversation. Guests are encouraged to “come as you are” to this service. Children, lawn chairs, blankets, and even pets are not only welcomed, but encouraged! Sunrise Service
Yoga on the Lawn Begins 9:30am Armature Works This event is free, open to the public, and all skill levels are welcome. Yoga will be instructed by Christal Beattie of Kodawari Studios. Guests should bring a yoga mat, towel and water bottle. Swami Juice will be providing complimentary ginger shots. Yoga on the Lawn
Easter Brunch Buffet at Bizou 10am to 3pm Bizou Brasserie Celebrate Easter with the family at Bizou Brasserie. Our annual brunch buffet is sure to bring the family together on Easter Sunday, with fresh ingredients, flavorful recipes, the perfect cut of meat, and an endless supply of cakes, pies and sweets. Easter Brunch Buffet at Bizou
Wellness at the Wharf Begins 10am Sparkman Wharf Get your heart rate up and burn more fat in less time with HIIT, Harbour Island Athletic Club’s high-intensity interval training. Please bring your own mat, towel, and water. Classes are free of charge and located on the lawn. Wellness at the Wharf
Easter Brunch at Maestro’s Begins 11am Straz Center for the Performing Arts An Easter extravaganza beyond compare! Enjoy an assortment of delectable breakfast offerings including chef-attended omelette and carving stations, a bountiful salad bar, hot buffet and beautiful dessert display. There will be mimosas and champagne on hand as well. Easter Brunch at Maestro’s
Italian-Inspired Easter Brunch 11am to 2:30pm Osteria Kitchen + Bar, Franklin Manor, Mole Y Abuela Celebrate Easter with an Italian-Inspired Buffet Brunch! Enjoy complimentary unlimited champagne, and enjoy both a complimentary Frosé or Margarita at Mole Y Abuela & a celebratory shot at The Franklin Manor! Simply show your Osteria brunch receipt to your bartender or server. Italian-Inspired Easter Brunch
Easter Brunch at the Sheraton Riverwalk 11am to 5pm Sheraton Riverwalk Hotel It’s Easter and the brunch menu at the Sheraton Riverwalk features a seafood bar, prime rib carving station, white truffle lobster mac and cheese and other iterations of deliciousness. Easter Brunch at the Sheraton Riverwalk
Upstairs/ Downstairs Live Theater 2pm to 2:30pm Henry B. Plant Museum Step back in time and enjoy the single-character performances that bring turn-of-the-century Tampa Bay Hotel staff members and guests to life. Each character is based on actual hotel staff and guests. From the reminiscences of Henry Plant himself to the letters of a Spanish-American War soldier, you will learn more about the time period through each character’s particular vantage point. Upstairs/ Downstairs Live Theater
Dolphin Tale (2011) 3pm to 5pm Tampa Theatre Inspired by the real life of Winter, celebrity dolphin and de facto mascot of the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Dolphin Tale tells the story of Sawyer, a boy who happens to help rescue a dolphin tangled in the line of a crab trap and badly injured. Though most of Winter’s tail has to be amputated, she is given an innovative prosthetic tail that allows her to survive and thrive, and Sawyer’s commitment to help her changes his life forever for the better. Dolphin Tale (2011)
Yoga in the Park Begins 6pm Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park In operation since 2010, the Tampa Downtown Partnership is proud to continue it’s Sunday Yoga in the Park tradition with our newest addition, seasoned yoga instructors from Lucky Cat Yoga. Yoga in the Park
The Chaperone (2019) 6pm to 6:45pm Tampa Theatre Written by Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes and adapted from Laura Moriarty’s best-selling novel, The Chaperone follows the rise of silent-film star Louise Brooks. But before acting, it was dancing, first in Kansas, where Louise was born and raised, and then in New York City. Louise is out to become famous, but also to explore a life of freedom in the jazz-age hustle-and-bustle of the Big Apple. The Chaperone (2019)
Many of Downtown’s pubs, restaurants, and bars feature live music. Check out this week’s line up! Be sure to check with each location to confirm.
Amalie Arena Mercy Me – May 5 Millennium Tour – May 11 Ariana Grande – May 28 Luis Miguel – June 25 Hugh Jackman – July 5 Jeff Lynne’s ELO – July 7 Shawn Mendes – July 27 Queen + Adam Lambert – August 18 Hope 2019 – September 7 The Who – September 22 The Chainsmokers – October 25 Elton John – November 4 Bad Bunny – December 8
Florida Museum of Photographic Arts Lost and Found in America – Through April 22 Olivia Parker: Vanishing in Plain Sight – April 19 to August 31 Olivia Parker: Vanishing in Plain Sight – April 19 to August 31 Cityscape Photography – April 25 A Concise History of Photography – April 28 Viktor Freso – May 12 to June 15
Glazer Children’s Museum Make it Monday – Weekly Toddler Tuesday – Weekly Worldly Wednesday – Weekly Tinker and Tech Thursday – Weekly Fun Fridays – Weekly The Pigeon Comes to Tampa!: A Mo Willems Exhibit – Through May 12 Positive Parenting Program – Through April 29 Story Time with Elephant & Piggie – April 19 to 28 Egg Hunt – April 20 Fourth Friday Drop-off Camp – April 26
Check the Museum’s website for a full list of weekday programming.
Henry B. Plant Museum Upstairs/Downstairs – April 21 First Fridays – First Friday of the Month Music in the Museum – April 18 Curator Talk – April 28
Jobsite Theater Hedda – May 10 to June 2 Constellations – July 12 to August 4
The John F. Germany Public Library Exploration Club – Tuesdays Walk-In Tech Help – Wednesdays Toddler Time – Wednesdays Crafternoon – Thursdays Baby Sign – Thursdays Learning Circle – Fundamentals of Public Speaking – Through April 18 Movies @ the Library: Operation Finale – April 19 All Day – Holiday Closing – April 21 Wake Up, Brother Bear – April 24 STEAM Club – April 25
Stageworks Theatre The Speak! Tank: Spoken Word Sundays – First Sunday of every month Christ Fellowship – Wednesdays Daniel Giron – April 20 Four Guys Named Jose and Una Mujer Named Maria – May 30 to June 16
Straz Center for the Performing Arts Open Rehearsal – La Boheme – Through April 18 Spamilton: An American Parody – Through May 12 Dori Freeman – April 22 Simply Three – April 24 Giacomo Puccini’s La Bohème – April 26 and 28 Breakin’ Out – April 27 Spring Into Dance – April 27 Spring Music Spectacular: Music Made in America – May 1 Arts Legacy REMIX: Global Storytellers – May 3 Evening of Dance – May 3 The Florida Orchestra – Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 – May 3 The Joe Budden Podcast with Rory, Mal and Parks – May 3 Opera Tampa Grand Gala 2019 – May 4 Beginning Dance 1 Recitals – May 4 Tampa Bay Symphony presents Sibelius’s Might Second – May 5 Anastasia – May 7 to May 12 Hedda Adapted by Lucy Kirkwood from the play by Henrik Ibsen – May 8 to June 2 Live & Local – Carlos Peña – May 10 The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical – July 9 to 14
Tampa Bay History Center Walk Tampa: The Ybor City Story – April 20 20Tap Talks: Night Swim Porter – April 18 Downtown Tampa Walking Tour – April 20 Walk Tampa: Central Avenue Black History Tour – April 27 History Adventure Camp: Swashbuckling Summer – June 10 to 14 History Adventure Camp: American Girl© – June 24 to 28
Tampa Museum of Ar The Classical World: Selections from the Permanent Collection – Ongoing The Classical World in Focus: Animals in Ancient Art – Ongoing Monday Meditation at the Museum – Mondays Teen Open Studio – Tuesdays Art on the House – Fridays Art Spot – Saturdays Oswaldo Vigas: Transformations – Through May 27 Ancient and Modern Glass from the Collection – Through August 19 Abstract Expressionism: A Social Revolution – April 11 to August 11 Echoing Forms: American Abstraction – April 13 to August 18 Tableau and Transformation: Photography from the Permanent Collection – June 20 to October 6
Tampa Theatre Dolphin Tale – April 21 The Russian Five – April 24 The Last Green Thread – April 25 Movie Bingo Night – April 26 High Life – April 26 Sing-Along Frozen – April 27 and 28 Jenna Hager – May 2 Wild Nights with Emily – May 3 Cabaret – May 3 Planes – May 11 Carl Hiaasen – May 14 Joe Jackson: Four Decades Tour – May 25 Laura Ingraham & Raymond Arroyo – June 1 Platon – June 6 Because of Sam “First Look” Screening – July 29 Jim Jefferies – September 13 SuicideGirls: Blackheart Burlesque – September 28 Nate Bargatze – October 17
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