Below are spaces to remember and lighten your weekend on this 25th anniversary of 9/11.
Sarasota Orchestra: Summon the Heroes
Time: Thursday at 7 p.m.
Location: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall | Sarasota
Sarasota Orchestra presents Summon the Heroes, a one-hour benefit concert commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11 through music honoring remembrance and resilience. Led by conductor Evan Roider, the program features works including Fanfare for the Common Man, Adagio for Strings and John Williams' Summon the Heroes. Tickets start at $25.
Tampa Bay Rowdies 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
Time: Friday | 8:45 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Location: Al Lang Stadium | St. Petersburg
The Tampa Bay Rowdies host their sixth annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, inviting first responders, active military members and veterans to climb 2,200 stairs—the equivalent of 110 stories—in remembrance of the victims and emergency workers who lost their lives on 9/11. Participation is free for eligible participants, with two climb sessions available.
9/11 Fallen Heroes Memorial
Time: Visit anytime
Location: 9/11 Fallen Heroes Memorial | Ybor City, Tampa
For a quieter way to reflect, visit Ybor City's 9/11 Fallen Heroes Memorial. The memorial's centerpiece is an actual steel beam recovered from World Trade Center Tower 2, accompanied by Fearless Champions, a sculpture honoring first responders and survivors. The memorial is located near the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Operations Center and is open to the public.
Come From Away — Eight O’Clock Theatre
Time: Various showtimes through Sunday
Location: Eight O'Clock Theatre at Central Park Performing Arts Center | Largo
Based on the story of September 11, Come From Away tells what happened when 38 planes carrying thousands of passengers were diverted to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland. As the world grappled with the attacks, residents welcomed stranded travelers into their community, creating an unexpected story of compassion, connection and humanity. Eight O’Clock Theatre brings the Tony- and Grammy-nominated musical to Largo through Sunday.
Arts Fest ’26
Time: Friday - Sunday
Location: New Tampa Performing Arts Center | Tampa
Celebrate Tampa Bay’s performing arts scene with an entire weekend of free performances and activities. Arts Fest ’26 brings together local artists for music, theatre, dance, comedy and more.
Grandparents’ Weekend
Time: Saturday –Sunday | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: The Florida Aquarium | Tampa
Make some new memories with the grandparents at The Florida Aquarium. In celebration of Grandparents’ Day, grandparents receive free general admission with the purchase of one paid general admission ticket all weekend long. The offer is available for same-day purchases at the Aquarium ticket window.
St. Pete Improv Festival
Time: Thursday - Sunday
Location: Spitfire Comedy House | St. Petersburg
Get ready to laugh: the St. Pete Improv Festival brings 23 improv teams together for multiple nights of live comedy, featuring local talent and performers from around the country. The weekend also includes six workshops for everyone from experienced improvisers to people curious about trying improv for the first time.
