TAMPA, Fla. — Gasparilla is happening this weekend in Tampa — but partying with pirates isn't everyone's cup of tea.
Luckily, the Tampa Bay area has plenty of events happening on Jan. 26-28 for those who want to steer clear of Bayshore Boulevard.
WHAT: A free family-friendly event celebrating all things kumquat. Enjoy arts and crafts, more than 300 vendors and an array of items made with the citrus fruit such as shaved ice, the famous kumquat pie, jellies, cakes and more. Plus, you can say hi to your favorite 10 Tampa Bay on-air talent.
WHEN: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27
WHERE: 37918 Meridian Ave, Dade City, FL 33525
WHAT: Watch 30 male and 30 female pro-wrestling superstars compete in their respective Rumble matches to determine two world title matches for WrestleMania in April.
WHEN: 7:30 P.M. Saturday, Jan. 27. Buy tickets here.
WHERE: Tropicana Field in Downtown St. Pete
WHAT: Heart-pounding bull riding and toe-tapping live country music combine for an action-packed event. John Michael Montgomery and Priscilla Block will headline.
WHEN: 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, and Saturday, Jan. 27. Buy tickets here.
WHERE: Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, 215 Sydney Washer Rd., Dover, FL
WHAT: A beer-fueled celebration featuring games, live music, beer samples, and photo ops with a famous Budweiser Clydesdale Horse
WHEN: 4-6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26
WHERE: 3659 Midtown Dr, Tampa, FL 33607
WHAT: Celebrate the return of the Black Love classics series with a block party before a screening of "Soul Food." This free event will feature local, Black-owned food trucks and vendors.
WHEN: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 28
WHERE: Tampa Theatre 711 N Franklin Street Tampa, FL 33602
WHAT: Sing your heart out to your favorite Taylor Swift tracks while sipping on Swiftie-themed cocktails.
WHEN: 12-3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 28. Buy tickets here.
WHERE: The Orlo House 315 South Plant Avenue Tampa, FL 33606
Effy's Big Gay Brunch
WHAT: Enjoy food, drinks and wild pro wrestling action.
WHEN: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27. Buy tickets here.
WHERE: Egypt Shrine Center 5017 East Washington Street Tampa, FL 33619
10 Tampa Bay is a proud sponsor of the Kumquat Festival. Look for our tent and personalities near the corner of Meridian Avenue and 7th Street. Stop by to say “Hi” and win some free 10 Tampa Bay gear.