Community Calendar

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Join us for the 21st Annual Wesley Chapel Fall Festival & Carnival! Returning to The Grove with Free Event Entry!
Get ready to celebrate fall in style at the Wesley Chapel Fall Festival Presented by Pasco County Recycling happening on October 25th & 26th at The Grove! This event promises a weekend packed with fun, family-friendly activities, and an unforgettable community experience sponsored by Florida's Sports Coast. 
Event Highlights: Carnival Rides & Games by Dreamland Amusements Oct 23rd -26th. Live Entertainment & Community Performances Sat & Sun Food Trucks serving up delicious eats Sat & Sun Kids Zone featuring Bounce Houses, Face Painting, Pony Rides, and Pumpkin Photo Stops Costume Contests for both kids and pets Pet Costume Contest to show off your furry friends in festive attire Trick or Treat Stroll for free candy on Sunday (sponsored by Florida Blue) North Tampa Bay Chamber Business Expo with over 60 local businesses passing out free candy, giveaways, and raffles all weekend. Free Event Entry. With over 10,000 local fans expected, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community, support local businesses, and enjoy the festive spirit of fall. Whether you're there for the carnival, the food, or the family fun, this event has something for everyone!
Local businesses and North Tampa Bay Chamber Members can get involved by calling Florida Penguin Productions at 727-674-1464 or email drew@floridapenguinproductions.com. The Wesley Chapel Fall Festival hosted by the North Tampa Bay Chamber has raised over $100,000 for local charities since 2020.
Sponsorship & Vendor spaces are limited. Don't miss out on one of Tampa Bay's most anticipated fall events. See you there!

Tampa Bay’s number one family-friendly Halloween event, Creatures of the Night, returns eerier than ever this fall. Perfect for all ages, the frightful, fun-filled event features howling outdoor experiences, amusing shows, spooky characters, creepy culinary treats and much more on thirteen select nights through October 26!
This year’s event features a new colossal adventure, Mesozoic Mayhem, a bone-chilling scare zone where ancient beasts roam once more and chaos ensues after scientists tamper with nature. Guests encounter life-size dinosaurs, creating an atmosphere filled with excitement and just the right amount of fright that proves that eerie fun never goes extinct.

Creatures of the Night takes place on 13 select nights in September and October from 4pm to 10pm.

Event nights are September 26 (members-only night), September 27, Oct. 3-4, Oct. 10-12, Oct. 17-19, and Oct. 24-26.

General admission tickets after 4PM are $29.95 (Friday & Sunday), $34.95 (Saturday), and can be purchased online at zootampa.org.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Howdy, partner! Grab your cowboy boots and giddy up to a night of country music and line dancing, featuring The Derek Lersch Band.

Join us at After Hours on the last Tuesday of the month for live music and dancing, with extended hours in the galleries, Bistro, and SHOP! Each month features a different musical genre and style, so you can listen to new sounds and learn new moves. Relax and just enjoy the music, or join in on the dance floor!

Enjoy dinner at Bistro, featuring a special evening menu with beer, wine, and themed cocktails. Food and beverage are available for purchase inside the restaurant and outside at our cashless bars. Members receive a 10% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Explore our current exhibitions in the galleries, with hours extended to 7 pm.
Treasure hunt in the Museum SHOP – Members receive a 10% discount.

SCHEDULE
5 pm | Doors open – early entry will not be permitted
5:30 pm | 30-minute introduction to Country line dancing
6-7:30 pm | Music and open social dancing

PRICING
$25 for Members
$30 in advance or $35 at the door for Not-Yet Members (includes Museum admission)
Advance tickets required. Space is limited. Personal chairs and outside food/beverage are not permitted on-site.

About The Derek Lersch Band
Derek Lersch is a national touring country artist based out of Bradenton, FL. With a passion for music and a drive to succeed, Derek began performing for his family at the young age of three and has now performed over 600 shows in last couple years. Derek and his band hit the road hard traveling over 60,000 miles, playing in 24 states and even Canada. He has shared the stage with Machine Gun Kelly and Jessie Murph, opened for acts like Rodney Atkins, David Nail, and Jay Allen, as well as performed at Raymond James Stadium and Amalie Arena. Derek thrives on the big stage.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders.

“Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the role of art in shaping Sarasota’s cultural identity—past, present, and future. Each session highlights the voices of local artists, cultural leaders, and creative thinkers as they reflect on how art connects us, tells our shared stories, and inspires meaningful dialogue. Grounded in Sarasota’s rich artistic legacy, this series celebrates the power of creativity to build community and spark change. $15 for New Friends of the Art Center. Free for Members.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

You're invited to the 4th Annual Halloween Fest! The University of South Florida, the City of St. Petersburg, Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital and other community partners are joining together to invite community families to USF’s St. Petersburg campus for Halloween tent/trunk or treating; kids activities, a haunted house, and other spooky activities.

When: Thurday, October 30, 2025, 5 - 7:30 PM

Where: USF St. Petersburg campus,140 7th Ave S, HarborWalk

Who: The entire community is invited. Families with children (suggested age of 12 and under) are invited to dress in costume and join in the fun.