Our President & CEO, Kenyetta Hairston-Bridges, recently sat down with Brian Kurtz, CEO of the San Jose Downtown Association, for an engaging fireside chat focused on the future of our communities.
The conversation explored timely topics including city safety, strategic planning, public spaces, and opportunities for continued growth and collaboration between the City of Tampa and San Jose.
The conversation was part of the San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Study Mission to Tampa, where business and community leaders came together to learn from Tampa’s experiences and best practices.
This year is especially meaningful as boththe Tampa Downtown Partnership and San Jose Downtown Association celebrate their 40th anniversaries, marking four decades of connection, partnership, and shared growth.
Thank you to Brian Kurtz and the San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce for choosing Tampa as your 2026 Study Mission destination. We’re proud to celebrate this milestone together and look forward to strengthening the Tampa–San Jose connection for years to come!
This haunted nautical attraction at the American Victory Ship and Museum is now open to the public!
Our staff were able to get the first sneak peek at media night, so stay tuned for content on our Instagram!
UNDead in the Water is now open all weekends in October. Buy tickets and learn more below.
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This past Saturday, Tampa came together to celebrate World Car Free Day, with more than 300 participants visiting Meachum Urban Farm!
A big thank-you to everyone who helped make this event possible, including Greg Dee, Meacham Urban Farm, OnBikes, Pedal Powers Promoters, Sidewalk Stompers, Walk Bike Tampa, and Westshore Alliance. We’re grateful for your time, energy, and commitment to creating a more connected and accessible Tampa.
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make World Car Free Day such a success!
Haunted River Tours are back this October as a spooky speakeasy cruise! The Pirate Water Taxi is going back to the Prohibition era filled with jump scares and an immersive experience.
The 45-minute night on the water will have every detail and mood to put you in the Prohibition atmosphere. Pirate Water Taxi has teamed up with Thank You 5 Entertainment and Stageworks Theatre to bring to life the speakeasy experience.
Use code SPOOKY to save 10% at checkout – this code is valid through Wednesday, September 30th.
This River Tour is rated PG-13. Admission includes a choice of signature alcoholic or non alcoholic drink.
Tours start Friday, October 2nd.
Donations are rolling in for our Sock and Underwear Drive in partnership with Sacred Heart Catholic Church! Thank you to everyone who has given so far. Your generosity is already making an impact for our unhoused neighbors.
We’re still collecting new socks and underwear through December 18th. If you haven’t had a chance to donate yet, there is still plenty of time to drop off your items and help us spread warmth and comfort this season!
There are two ways to give:
1. Order Online or Scan the QR Code
Click the link to view the flyer, scan the QR code inside, and ship items directly to us via our Amazon Wishlist:
Flyer & Amazon Wishlist
2. Drop Off In-Person
Bring packages of new, unopened adult socks and underwear to either location during drop-off hours:
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Parish Office
Address: 518 N. Marion St. Tampa, FL 33602
Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 3:00pm
Tampa Downtown Partnership Offices
Address: 1415 N. Ashley St. Tampa, FL 33602
Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:00pm
Donations will be distributed directly to unhoused individuals across Downtown through ongoing outreach by the Tampa Downtown Partnership Homeless Liaison and Sacred Heart Catholic Church’s Hands of Hope outreach ministry.
Thank you for helping Tampa put its best foot forward!
Oct 1 >> Night Market | Water Street
Oct 3 >> Tampa Bay Lightning Home Opener | Benchmark International Arena
Oct 1-31 >> Spooky Science | Glazer Children’s Museum
Sundays at 6pm >> Yoga in the Park | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Mondays at 6pm >> HIIT in the Park | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Tuesdays at 6pm >> Zumba in the Park | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
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