Mayor Jane Castor’s Boom by the Bay, powered by TECO was a booming success! We celebrated America’s birthday with a Pickleball Tournament, an Apple Pie Throwdown, live art, food vendors, and live entertainment from talented local acts. Huge congratulations to the winners of the Pickleball Tournament and Apple Pie Throwdown!
We would also like to extend a massive thank you to our gracious sponsors and community partners! Without their support, America’s birthday wouldn’t have sparkled as bright as it did!
This year’s sponsors:
-TECO
-Tampa General Hospital
-Coca-Cola
-Tampa Bay Rays/Tampa Bay Rowdies
-Straz Center
-Pepin Distributing
-iHeart Media
-Kuducom
-Dark Door Spirits
We’re seeking creative proposals for murals in each of Downtown’s seven unique neighborhoods.
This initiative aims to boost cultural vibrancy and aesthetic appeal, celebrating the distinctive character of each area. Contribute to community identity and engage residents and visitors alike! Artists can submit proposals for multiple neighborhoods but will only be selected for one. Let’s make Tampa’s Downtown even more beautiful together!
Submit your Proposal before Wednesday
Our monthly event, Downtown’s Backyard Market returns to the Tampa City Center Esplanade on Thursday, July 11, from 2:30pm – 5:30pm!
Before you head home after work, stop by to experience our take on a traditional farmer’s market full of fresh produce, flowers, baked goodies, and so much more!
Learn More
The Tampa Downtown Partnership is eager for the return of our annual Special Services District (SSD) Community Meetings! The first meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 16 at 8:30am at Rivergate Tower.
As a part of the SSD renewal process, the Partnership will be holding three community meetings on July 16, July 18, and July 23.
We encourage all property and business owners, residents, and stakeholders to share ideas on how to maintain and improve Tampa’s Downtown image by attending one of the three meetings.
NOTE: If you cannot attend one of the meetings and would like to comment on the SSD’s programs or request more information, please email Rachel Radawec, Director of Public Space Operations & Programming, or call (813) 221-3686. The Partnership is also available to meet individually and present to businesses or condominium associations.
Directions: Rivergate Tower Parking Garage
Directions: Poe Parking Garage
Contact Rachel Radawec
Join us on Tuesday, July 16 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at the St. James Church in ENCORE! for the final iteration of Central Ave. Live at our monthly Central Park Eats & Beats event! All summer long, Instruments4Life has partnered with us to deliver exposure to musical instruments and Central Ave. history to Downtown’s Central Park neighborhood!
You won’t want to miss your LAST chance to enjoy an evening full of delicious food, great music, a chance for your little one to learn how to play an instrument, and heartfelt performances by the mentors at Instruments4Life that are sure to lift your spirits.
Huge thank you to the Tampa Bay History Center for providing us with a great venue space for this event. We hope to see everyone there!
View this month’s food trucks and performer lineup
Did you know that Downtown Core’s Top Shelf Sports Lounge hosts a Live Music Night every Friday?
From now through December 27, “Live Music Night in Downtown Tampa” will be held at Top Shelf Sports Lounge where attendees can expect great dinner, drinks, and live music featuring various local artists!
Book your Table Today!
Time flies when you’re having fun in Tampa’s Downtown! That’s why it’s not too early to mark your calendar for Thursday, September 19, from 11:00am – 2:00pm for our 38th Annual Meeting and Luncheon at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street.
This event wouldn’t be a smashing success year after year without the gracious support of our sponsors. If you’re interested in sponsoring this year’s event, contact our Member Relations Manager, Julie Sabolic.
Contact Julie Sabolic
West Riverfront’s Planet Smoothie on West Grand Central Ave. has partnered with St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital for their Christmas in July initiative!
For this initiative, Planet Smoothie is collecting toy donations throughout the month of July! If you head to the smoothie shop this month with a toy that you wish to donate, you’ll be able to receive a 20oz smoothie for FREE! Don’t miss out on a chance to be a part of a charitable cause in exchange for a FREE and delicious smoothie.
Directions: Planet Smoothie
Our DASH app is live! Be sure to utilize this new Downtown transit option and download DASH today.
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