TAMPA, Fla. — Flash a grin for the weekend, Tampa Bay, as we step out of the work week.
The theatre seems to be the theme of the weekend with the Gasparilla International Film Festival and Disney on Ice on tap, so get out there and live your life like a movie.
What: For its 10th year, advocates, community leaders and volunteers will roll out colorful, vibrant floats to celebrate the area’s LGBTQ+ community.
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, March 23
Where: Nuccio Parkway and East 7th Avenue, to North 20th Street in Ybor City. See our event guide.
What: It’s big. It’s grand. It’s the 17th annual Gasparilla International Film Festival, complete with screenings of dozens of films, and even a jamboree on its last night.
When:
- 5-11 p.m. Friday, March 22.
- Noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, March 23.
- Noon to 9:30 p.m. Sunday, March 24. See complete events and times on the festival’s website.
Where:
- University of Tampa - Ferman Center for the Arts: The Charlene A. Gordon Theater 214 N. Blvd.
- AMC Westshore - 210 Westshore Plaza.
- Tampa Theatre - 711 N Franklin St. Tampa, FL 33602
What: “Family” is the word of the day — for three days — this weekend as "Frozen’s" Elsa and "Encanto’s" Mirabel glide across the ice to create an unforgettable experience.
When:
- 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, March 22.
- 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 23.
- 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 24. Get tickets here.
Where: Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602.
What: Watch the orchestra’s composer wave his wand in this epic musical experience as Harry enters his sixth year at Hogwarts.
When:
- 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 22.
- 2 p.m. Saturday, March 23. Get tickets here.
Where: Straz Center, 1010 N Macinnes Pl, Tampa, FL 33602
What: Relive moments of the past through toys, comics, clothing, music and more at this event!
When:
- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 23.
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 24. Get tickets here.
Where: Florida State Fairgrounds West Gate, 4800 US-301, Tampa, Florida 33610
