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USF Contemporary Art Museum Honors Military Veterans With Powerful Photography Show — Opening Reception Is This Friday Tampa — A photography exhibition created by U.S. military veterans and their family members opens this Friday at the University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum, with admission free to the public. The show is the latest product of a quiet but meaningful program that has given veterans access to creative instruction, professional mentorship, and a genu

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Wesley Chapel is hosting one of Florida's most exciting Olympic-style sporting events this week, and it's completely open to the public. The Sunshine State Games Figure Skating Championships are gliding into AdventHealth Center Ice from Wednesday, May 14 through Saturday, May 17 — and the level of talent on the ice is worth seeing in person. The Sunshine State Games is Florida's official Olympic-style amateur sports competition, bringing together the state

Wesley Chapel's go-to outdoor destination is hosting a full-day patriotic celebration this Memorial Day weekend — and it's bringing live music, family activities, and community spirit all under one roof. A Memorial Day Event With Real Meaning The Shops at Wiregrass is marking Memorial Day weekend with one of the most ambitious community events it has hosted this year. The Great American Block Party takes place on Saturday, May 23, and serves a dual purpose — honoring the men

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Car and motorcycle lovers, this one is for you. Harley-Davidson of Wesley Chapel is hosting its Classic Cars and Vintage Bikes Show this Saturday, May 16, and whether you're bringing a showpiece or just coming to look, everyone is welcome. The show is now running from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for the summer months — starting earlier to beat the Florida heat while keeping all the fun intact. Think rows of beautifully restored classics, gleaming vintage motorcycl

If you've been looking for a reason to dust off your yoga mat, Pop Up Pilates LLC and Urban Crunch are teaming up for an outdoor fitness and wellness event right here in the Wesley Chapel area this week. Mats & Matcha is a community pop-up taking place on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Bexley Hub — on the turf in Land O' Lakes, just minutes from Wesley Chapel. The event is open to all fitness levels and combines a guided Pilates class with complimentary matcha drinks

Classical ballet is coming to a stage near Wesley Chapel this month, as Tampa City Ballet prepares to perform Sleeping Beauty at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center. The production is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. at 8550 Hunters Village Road in Tampa which is just minutes from the Wesley Chapel and New Tampa communities. The performance follows Princess Aurora's journey through a classic fairytale arc: a cursed sleep, a cast of enchanting char

Free Ocean Conservation Festival Heads to Coachman Park on May 16 Families across the Tampa Bay area have a reason to head to the waterfront this month. Sharkapalooza 2026, a free community festival centered on marine life, ocean conservation, and local art, is set to take place at Coachman Park in Clearwater, Florida on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. What Is Sharkapalooza? Organized by Sharkapalooza Inc., a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the annual event

First-Ever Community Play-Along Concert Comes to the Straz Center This May The Florida Orchestra is doing something it has never done before — and Tampa Bay musicians of all skill levels are invited to be part of it. Play Out Tampa Bay, the orchestra's first-ever community play-along concert, is set for Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM at the Straz Center's Ferguson Hall in downtown Tampa. The event brings together amateur local musicians and professional orchestral players

Test Your Knowledge at General Knowledge Trivia Night at Florida Avenue Brewing Co. in Wesley Chapel Looking for a fun weeknight outing in Wesley Chapel? Florida Avenue Brewing Co. hosts a General Knowledge Trivia Night every Tuesday evening, giving locals a chance to compete, socialize, and enjoy great craft beer — all in one place. The next upcoming session is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. How It Works Trivia is hosted by Timeless Entertai

Carrollwood Players Theatre Brings the 70s-Infused Broadway Comedy Disaster! The Musical to the Tampa Bay Stage If you're looking for a lighthearted and entertaining outing close to Wesley Chapel, Carrollwood Players Theatre is staging Disaster! The Musical — a laugh-filled Broadway parody packed with iconic 1970s hit songs and over-the-top chaos. A matinee performance is scheduled for Friday, May 15, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., with tickets priced between $27 and $36.

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Clear your Saturday, May 23. The Shops at Wiregrass is throwing a Great American Block Party in Center Court from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and the lineup is stacked from start to finish. This is the kind of community event that has something for everyone — whether you're bringing the whole family, car enthusiasts in tow, or just looking for a great free afternoon out in Wesley Chapel. What's Happening Live entertainment all evening including Homegrown and The Z

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Still figuring out Mother's Day plans? This one is already sorted for you. Hyatt Place Tampa/Wesley Chapel is hosting a Mother's Day Brunch on Saturday, May 10, and it checks every box — live music, a full buffet, drinks, and a relaxed, elegant setting that mom will actually love. No scrambling for a reservation at an overcrowded restaurant. No drive into Tampa. Just a beautifully set brunch right here in the Wesley Chapel area, designed to make the mornin

TAMPA, FL — Tampa Bay has a brand-new professional sports team, and it plays its first home games this spring. The Tampa Bay Sun FC, Tampa Bay's inaugural National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) team, is now in its first season — and it's already generating serious buzz across the region. The Sun FC joined the NWSL as an expansion team and represents one of the most significant additions to Tampa Bay's professional sports scene in years. Home matches are played at Al Lang Stadi

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Wesley Chapel families have a free, foam-filled Friday night to look forward to this month. KRATE at the Grove is hosting an outdoor foam party on May 23, 2026, from 6 to 10 p.m. at its open-air venue at 5817 Goldview Pkwy, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544. The event is free, family-friendly, and open to the public. What to Expect at the KRATE Foam Party The foam runs from 6 to 9 p.m., giving guests a full three hours of bubbly, outdoor fun before the evening wraps up at 10 p.m. DJ JP

ST. PETERSBURG, FL — Going to a Rays game just got even better. The Tampa Bay Rays have announced a postgame concert series at Tropicana Field this summer, and three big country names are headlining. Chase Rice, Cole Swindell, and Jordan Davis are each scheduled to perform after selected Rays home games this summer at The Trop. The concerts are included with game admission — no separate ticket required — making it one of the best entertainment deals in the Tampa Bay area this

With the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season just around the corner, Pasco County Emergency Management hosted its annual Disaster Preparedness Expo on Saturday, May 2, at Pasco Safety Town in Shady Hills. Free Event Open to All Pasco Residents The free, public expo ran from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and was open to residents from communities across the county, including Wesley Chapel, Land O'Lakes, Hudson, and Zephyrhills. The event was designed to equip households with the tools and know

Professional wrestling is heading back to the Tampa Bay area, and for fans across Wesley Chapel and the greater Pasco-Hillsborough corridor, it's one of the biggest entertainment events of the year. WWE Returns to Tampa on May 9 WWE Backlash 2026 is set to take place on Saturday, May 9, at Benchmark International Arena in downtown Tampa. The event is the first major WWE premium live event following WrestleMania 42, which took place just weeks ago at Allegiant Stadium in Las V

TAMPA BAY, FL — If you've been waiting for a sign to finally go see live music this summer, this is it. Live Nation's 'Summer of Live' Concert Week is running right now, and tickets to dozens of major shows across the Tampa Bay area are just $30. The sale runs from April 29 through May 5 at 11:59 PM on LiveNation.com/SummerofLive. It covers over 4,000 shows nationally, and the Tampa Bay lineup is stacked — with the majority of acts performing at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphit