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
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
Patel Conservatory presents Annie, Jr. Begins 7pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts After participating in a three-week intensive theater camp, Patel Conservatory students ages 8 to 14 will perform this junior adaptation of the Tony® Award-winning musical, Annie. While studying in camp preparing for their stage roles, students explored character development and gained ensemble experience, bringing the memorable music and characters of this beloved classic to life on the stage. Patel Conservatory presents Annie, Jr.
Wild Rose (2019) 7:30pm to 9:15pm Tampa Theatre Jessie Buckley (seen most recently in HBO’s Chernobyl) delivers an unforgettable, star-making performance as Rose-Lynn Harlan, a rebellious country singer who dreams of trading the working-class streets of Glasgow for the Grand Ole Opry of Nashville. Complete with an expert performance by Oscar-nominee Julie Walters and an electrifying soundtrack performed by Buckley, Wild Rose is a joyous human story steeped in music, courage, and achieving your dreams, no matter how far away they may appear. Wild Rose (2019)
Constellations by Nick Payne Begins 8pm Jobsite Theater inside Straz Center for the Performing Arts What if every decision we’ve made – and not made – exists simultaneously in infinite parallel universes? So goes this bracing, glorious love story of Roland and Marianne, an urban beekeeper and a physicist, whose myriad possibilities unfold in sumptuous arcs and trajectories that challenge the distinction between choice and destiny. Nick Payne’s critically-acclaimed triumph melds science and romance into Constellations, a play that comes along every so often to disrupt our notion of what can be done in theater and what it means to be alive and in love. Constellations by Nick Payne
Jazz Intensive Concert Begins 5:30pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Big band favorites and contemporary jazz combo arrangements will be featured in this culminating performance from the students of the Patel Conservatory Summer Jazz Intensive. Grab a seat to see the jazz stars of tomorrow bring their skills to the Morsani Hall. Jazz Intensive Concert
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
Patel Conservatory presents Next Generation Ballet Summer Intensive Showcase Begins 7pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts More than 150 talented dance students from all across the United States, Mexico, Canada and Hong Kong will come together for a stunning performance. Students will showcase what they learned in classical ballet, contemporary dance and musical theater in this professionally produced performance in the elegant Ferguson Hall. Patel Conservatory presents Next Generation Ballet Summer Intensive Showcase
Saturday Sweat Sesh July Begins 9am Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park Workout in one of our lovely City of Tampa Parks for approximately 1 hour on three Saturdays out of each month. The workout is typically a fun mix of cardio and strength training for all fitness levels. Saturday Sweat Sesh July
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
Rompers & Mimosas 11am to 5pm Mole Y Abuela Show off your favorite romper and treat yourself to a day of brunch and mimosas all over Tampa! The event kicks off at Mole Y Abuela for an amazing brunch buffet and bottomless mimosas. After enjoying brunch, attendees will board the Downtown Crawler Party Bus to visit District Tavern Tampa, American Social Tampa overlooking Tampa Bay, and then finish the crawl at Remedy at Riverwalk to enjoy their amazing views. Local business pop-ups will be featured for your enjoyment along the way! Rompers & Mimosas
Patel Conservatory presents Annie, Jr. Shows at 1pm and 4pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts After participating in a three-week intensive theater camp, Patel Conservatory students ages 8 to 14 will perform this junior adaptation of the Tony® Award-winning musical, Annie. While studying in camp preparing for their stage roles, students explored character development and gained ensemble experience, bringing the memorable music and characters of this beloved classic to life on the stage. Patel Conservatory presents Annie, Jr.
Black Tie Casual Grand Opening Party Begins 7pm The Continental Tampa Welcome The Continental to Downtown Tampa! The opening of the mid-century modern restaurant and lounge will feature complimentary vodka tastings, drink specials, and passed hors d’oeuvres. Black Tie Casual Grand Opening Party
Jurassic Park (1993) 3pm to 5:15pm Tampa Theatre This special CinemaSTEM / Summer Classics crossover will feature a post-show Film Talk and audience Q&A with Anthony Pelaez, Senior Director of Exhibits and Innovation at Tampa’s Museum of Science & Industry. He will discuss where the movie got the science right, and where the filmmakers may have taken a few liberties with how DNA works (he’s also promised to perform some “dinosaur calls”). Jurassic Park (1993)
Constellations by Nick Payne Begins 4pm Jobsite Theater inside Straz Center for the Performing Arts What if every decision we’ve made – and not made – exists simultaneously in infinite parallel universes? So goes this bracing, glorious love story of Roland and Marianne, an urban beekeeper and a physicist, whose myriad possibilities unfold in sumptuous arcs and trajectories that challenge the distinction between choice and destiny. Nick Payne’s critically-acclaimed triumph melds science and romance into Constellations, a play that comes along every so often to disrupt our notion of what can be done in theater and what it means to be alive and in love. Constellations by Nick Payne
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
Anuel AA: Real Hasta La Muerte Tour Part 2 Begins 8pm Amalie Arena Anuel AA, the Puerto Rican rapper who helped bring Latin Trap music into the mainstream, is hitting the stage with his Real Hasta La Muerte Tour Part 2. He will be bringing his unique mix of reggaeton and trap genres to perform live in Downtown Tampa. Anuel AA: Real Hasta La Muerte Tour Part 2
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.
Wednesday, July 31
Amalie Arena
Elton John – November 4 Casting Crowns – November 9 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. New York Rangers – November 14 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Winnipeg Jets – November 16 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Anaheim Ducks – November 23 Ariana Grande – November 24 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Buffalo Sabres – November 25 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. St. Louis Blues – November 27 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Carolina Hurricanes – November 30 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Minnesota Wild – December 5 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. San Jose Sharks – December 7 Bad Bunny – December 8 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. New York Islanders – December 9 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Boston Bruins – December 12 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Washington Capitals – December 14 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Ottawa Senators – December 17 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Dallas Stars – December 19 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers – December 23 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Montreal Canadiens – December 28 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Detroit Red Wings – December 29
Florida Museum of Photographic Arts Contemporary Performance – Through August 31 Olivia Parker: Vanishing in Plain Sight – Through August 31 Contemporary Performance Panel Discussion – July 19 Travel Photography “Teaser” – July 25 Prodigy Showcase – July 26 to 29 Design & Brand – August 17 Garry Winogrand: Women are Beautiful – September 1 to December 31 Steven Wilkes: Day to Night – September 1 to December 31
Glazer Children’s Museum Make it Monday – Weekly Toddler Tuesday – Weekly Worldly Wednesday – Weekly Tinker and Tech Thursday – Weekly Fun Fridays – Weekly Summer of Making – Through July 24 Worldwide Wednesday: France – Through July 31 Summer Camp: Make a Masterpiece (Autism-Friendly!) – Through July 19 Peanuts in Space – July 20 Summer Camp: Art & Bots – July 22 to 26 Level 3 Closed in Preparation for Tampa Mini Maker Faire – July 25 and 26 Tampa Mini Maker Faire – July 27 Sunshine Sunday – July 28 Summer Camp: Pirates, Princesses, & Magical Tales – July 29 to August 2 Summer Camp: Animation & Film – July 29 to August 2 Member Morning – August 4 Children’s Board Free Tuesday – August 6 Worldwide Wednesday: Japan – August 7 to August 28 Book Lovers Day – August 9 Sunshine Sunday – August 25 Museum Closing Early – September 7
Check the Museum’s website for a full list of weekday programming.
Henry B. Plant Museum First Fridays – First Friday of the Month Blue Star Museums – Through September 1 Music in the Museum – July 18 First Friday – August 2 Teacher Appreciation Day – August 3 Music in the Museum – August 15 First Friday – September 6 Music in the Museum – September 19 First Friday – October 4 Music in the Museum – October 17 First Friday – November 1 The Great Gatsby Party – November 9 Victorian Christmas Stroll – December 1 to December 23 Music in the Museum – December 19 Picnic in the Park – March 8
Jobsite Theater Constellations – July 12 to August 4
The John F. Germany Public Library Exploration Club – Tuesdays
Stageworks Theatre The Speak! Tank: Spoken Word Sundays – First Sunday of every month Christ Fellowship – Wednesdays LAB Laughs – July 18 to 21 The Hundred Dresses – August 1 to 11 Wait Until Dark – September 21 to October 13 Ordinary Days – October 31 to November 17 Morningside – February 6 to 23 12 Angry Men – March 19 to April 5 Anna in the Tropics – April 30 to May 17
Straz Center for the Performing Arts Constellations by Nick Payne – Through August 4 Patel Conservatory presents Annie, Jr. – July 18 to July 28 Latin Nights – July 18 Jazz Intensive Concert – July 19 Next Generation Ballet: Summer Showcase – July 19 John Cusack plus a screening of Say Anything – July 24 Bring It! Live: The Dance Battle Tour – July 25 A Night in Spain – July 26 to July 28 ADA Celebration – Transformations: Building a World of Access and Inclusion – July 26 Choral and Chamber Intensive Concert – July 26 Combusion Live Presents Christopher Titus: Stories I Shouldn’t Tell – July 27 Paw Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue – July 27 and 28 End-of-Summer Music Blowout – August 7 Patel Conservatory Popular Dance Intensive: Christmas in August – August 7 Evening of Dance – August 8 Patel Conservatory presents Showstoppers: Hooray for Hollywood – August 9 to 11 Latin Nights – August 15 85 South Show – August 17 2019 Tampa Bay Theatre Festival – Fighting God – August 30 Meteor Shower by Steve Martin – September 6 to 29 13th Annual Crack Up Cancer Comedy Show – September 14 Siudy Flamenco Intimo – September 15 We Are Two Different People Tour – September 18 Latin Nights – September 19 Spymonkey’s Hysteria – September 19 to November 3
Tampa Bay History Center Blue Star Museums – Through September 2 TBHC Book Group – July 18 Tampa Archives Week: Downtown Tampa Walking Tour – July 19 and 20 History Adventure Camp: American Girl – July 22 to 26 Living History Saturday – July 27 Sensory-Friendly Saturday – August 3 Walk Tampa: The Ybor City Story – August 10 Downtown Tampa Walking Tour – August 17 Living History Saturday – August 24 Teachers Day! – August 24 Walk Tampa: The Ybor City Story – September 14 Florida Conversations: An Environmental History of the Hillsborough River – September 11 Downtown Tampa Walking Tour – September 21 Central Avenue Black History Walking Tour – September 28 Living History Saturday – September 28
Tampa Museum of Art 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 Ancient and Modern Glass from the Collection – Through August 19 Abstract Expressionism: A Social Revolution – Through August 11 Echoing Forms: American Abstraction – Through August 18 Tableau and Transformation: Photography from the Permanent Collection – Through October 6
Between Me and My Mind – July 17 Jurassic Park – July 21 An Evening with Colson Whitehead – July 25 Godzilla – July 26 BeerFest 2019: Ferris Brewer’s Day Off – July 27 The Wizard of Oz – July 28 Because of Sam “First Look” Screening – July 29 WarGames – July 30 Grateful Dead: Meet-Up at the Movies – August 1 The Philadelphia Story – August 4 9 to 5 – August 11 The Shawshank Redemption – August 18 Annual Member’s Reception – August 21 Green Book – August 21 The Silent Clowns – August 25 Casablanca – August 31 and September 1 Jim Jefferies – September 13 The Skyway Bridge Disaster – September 14 An Evening with Salman Rushdie – September 25 SuicideGirls: Blackheart Burlesque – September 28 Nate Bargatze – October 17 Chris D’Elia: Follow The Leader – November 21 WineFest 2020 – February 7 and 8, 2020 Hollywood Awards Night 2020 – February 9, 2020
– Free Weekly Community Fitness Classes at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park –
