Summer Series All Day Julian B Lane Riverfront Park This summertime program offers kids and parents a break from the sun and rain with free access to over-sized games throughout the week under 12,000 square feet of shade during its installation.. Summer Series
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
Pavarotti (2019) 7:30pm to 9pm Tampa Theatre It’s been only 12 years since the great tenor Luciano Pavarotti died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 70. Since that time, the landscape of music, and of music marketing has changed drastically. This new documentary by filmmaker Ron Howard features never-before-seen footage, concert performances and intimate interviews examining the life and career of a towering cultural figure. Pavarotti (2019)
Fourth Friday 4pm to 10pm Downtown Tampa and Ybor City When the sun goes down, the streets of Tampa and Ybor will light up with music, laughter, art, friends and FREE fun. This evening of special offerings and programs by cultural venues, restaurants, and more takes place on the fourth Friday of every month! Fourth Friday
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
Little Black Dress Begins 8pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Back by popular demand, the fearlessly funny ladies’ night out musical makes for one wild and unforgettable evening with its hilarious show-stopping musical numbers, Magic Mike-influenced dancing, and loads of improvised audience mayhem! For mature audiences only. Little Black Dress
Akira (1989) 10:30pm to 12:30am Tampa Theatre Even though it’s over 30 years old, Akira is still one of the best and most watchable science fiction movies of all time. The film tells its story almost entirely through stunning visuals and adept world-building. Grab a seat for this Rewind classic. Akira (1989)
Saturday Sweat Sesh Begins 9am Julian B Lane 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
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
Saturday Funday – Make Your Own Beer Cup! Begins at Noon Florida School of Woodwork Have a fun afternoon learning how to make a beer cup. The school has teamed up with Hidden Springs Ale Works, so at the end of the afternoon you get to go next door and test it out! Beginners are welcome and an instructor is going to help you every step of the way. Saturday Funday – Make Your Own Beer Cup!
Jewelry Making Workshop Begins 1pm Armature Works Create classy, sophisticated and most importantly unique designs at this fun workshop. The class will be lead by Tenique Designs, which is no stranger to the fashion industry in Tampa. They have been participating in various fashion shows since 2013. Jewelry Making Workshop
Up Next: Tampa Bay Begins 1pm The Attic Cafe An annual networking event for creatives curated by Gold Mined Productions. Attendees will have the chance to network with other creatives, connect with businesses, and be part of the discussion with this year’s roundtable topic: Tampa’s Creative Future. At Up Next, you’ll have the opportunity to meet with featured creative organizations, work on personal projects and receive instant feedback from other creatives, and be at the forefront of Tampa’s creative movement. Up Next: Tampa Bay
Sing-Along The Greatest Showman (2017) 3pm to 4:45pm Tampa Theatre Sing along to all of your favorite tunes from this fan-favorite musical. Hugh Jackman plays P.T. Barnum in the musical celebration of the life of one of America’s true original entertainment pioneers, the producer of the most famous touring circus in history, and the spiritual godfather of marketing. Sing-Along The Greatest Showman (2017)
Little Black Dress Shows at 4pm and 8pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Back by popular demand, the fearlessly funny ladies’ night out musical makes for one wild and unforgettable evening with its hilarious show-stopping musical numbers, Magic Mike-influenced dancing, and loads of improvised audience mayhem! For mature audiences only. Little Black Dress
Pavarotti (2019) 7pm to 8:30pm Tampa Theatre It’s been only 12 years since the great tenor Luciano Pavarotti died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 70. Since that time, the landscape of music, and of music marketing has changed drastically. This new documentary by filmmaker Ron Howard features never-before-seen footage, concert performances and intimate interviews examining the life and career of a towering cultural figure. Pavarotti (2019)
Newsies Wandleprobe Begins 7pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Get a sneak peak behind the scenes look at the upcoming Patel Theater production of Disney’s Newsies through this unique ticketed event. Experience the production in a rehearsal setting incorporating live orchestra and minimal blocking. Newsies Wandleprobe
Adam Sandler 100% Fresher Tour Begins 7pm Amalie Arena A successful actor, writer, producer, and musician, Sandler has been performing for live audiences on a sold-out tour over the last couple of years across the U.S. and Canada. Beyond his beloved standup, Sandler’s films have grossed over $3 billion worldwide. Adam Sandler 100% Fresher Tour
Laughs for the Troops: The Funniest Night in America Begins 8pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Laughs for the Troops creates events that bring people together in laughter, and increases awareness for post-traumatic stress disorder, a common ailment among service members, veterans and first responders. This family-friendly show, featuring Laughs for the Troops’ founder Thomas Brown, along with fellow comedians Happy Cole, Tommy Drake, and Phil Palisoul will have you laughing all night. Laughs for the Troops: The Funniest Night in America
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
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
Little Black Dress Begins 2pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Back by popular demand, the fearlessly funny ladies’ night out musical makes for one wild and unforgettable evening with its hilarious show-stopping musical numbers, Magic Mike-influenced dancing, and loads of improvised audience mayhem! For mature audiences only. Little Black Dress
Dial M for Murder (1954) Begins 3pm Tampa Theatre Alfred Hitchcock’s second film holds up beautifully as a taut and upsetting thriller, steered by the hand of one of the great masters of filmmaking. Immediately after the screening, University of Tampa Associate Professor of Film, Animation and New Media Aaron Walker will lead a short discussion and audience Q&A. The session is included with film admission. Dial M for Murder (1954)
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
Warrior Games Closing Ceremony feat. Sara Evans Begins 7pm Amalie Arena After 10 days of inspirational competition, the community will come together to applaud and celebrate individual and team performances, including the distribution of the coveted “heart of the team” award. To commemorate the festivities, multi-platinum country artist Sara Evans will entertain crowds with hits from nearly two decades. Warrior Games Closing Ceremony feat. Sara Evans
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.
Thursday, July 4
Amalie Arena Adam Sandler – June 29 Hugh Jackman – July 5 Jeff Lynne’s ELO – July 7 Anuel AA – July 21 Shawn Mendes – July 27 Lionel Richie – July 28 Queen + Adam Lambert – August 18 Hope 2019 – September 7 Disturbed – September 21 The Who – September 22 Phil Collins – September 26 The Chainsmokers – October 25 Cirque du Soleil presents AXEL – October 31 – November 3 Elton John – November 4 Bad Bunny – December 8
Florida Museum of Photographic Arts Contemporary Performance – Through August 31 Olivia Parker: Vanishing in Plain Sight – Through August 31
Glazer Children’s Museum Make it Monday – Weekly Toddler Tuesday – Weekly Worldly Wednesday – Weekly Tinker and Tech Thursday – Weekly Fun Fridays – Weekly Insects Meet ‘n Greet with Boyd Hill Nature Preserve – June 28 Last One! Fourth Friday Drop-Off Camp – June 28 Sunshine Sunday – June 30 Reptile Meet ‘n Greet with Reptile Discovery – July 1 Children’s Board Free Tuesday – July 2 Cooking with SaltBlock – July 3 4th of July! $4 Admission & Free Admission for Military and Veterans – July 4
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 Archives Awareness Week – July 16 Teacher Appreciation Day – August 3
Jobsite Theater 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 Flight! – June 27 Tai Chi with Bonnie Birdsall – July 2 Super Cool Science – July 3 Closed for Independence Day – July 4 Galaxy Art Coasters – July 8 Recording Studio Open House – July 9 Books We Love to Sing – July 10 Learn to Code… Colorful Websites! – July 10 Magic and Mayhem Present: The Moon Bunny – July 11 Eco-Friendly Entrepreneurship – July 11 Movies @ the Library: Pacific Rim: Uprising – July 12 Messy Mondays – July 15
Stageworks Theatre The Speak! Tank: Spoken Word Sundays – First Sunday of every month Christ Fellowship – Wednesdays
Straz Center for the Performing Arts Little Black Dress – June 28 to 30 Patel Conservatory presents Newsies – July 6 and 7 The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical – July 9 to 14 Constellations by Nick Payne – July 10 to August 4 Aerial Dragons: Hypnotica – July 13 and 14 Opera Socials Cocktail Reception – July 17 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 We Are Two Different People Tour – September 18
Tampa Bay History Center History Adventure Camp: American Girl© – Through June 28 Independence Day at the History Center – July 4 History Adventure Camp: Swashbuckling Summer – July 8 to 12 Walk Tampa: The Ybor City Story – July 13 Tampa Archives Week: Tampa in the 1920s – July 17 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
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 – June 20 to October 6
Tampa Theatre Sing-Along The Greatest Showman – June 29 Dial M for Murder – June 30 Sing-Along Grease – July 7 All That Jazz – July 14 Jurassic Park – July 21 An Evening with Colson Whitehead – July 25 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 The Philadelphia Story – August 4 9 to 5 – August 11 The Shawshank Redemption – August 18 The Silent Clowns – August 25 Casablanca – August 31 and September 1 Jim Jefferies – September 13 SuicideGirls: Blackheart Burlesque – September 28 Nate Bargatze – October 17
– Free Weekly Community Fitness Classes at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park –
