Community Calendar

Imagine Museum proudly participates in Museums for All — simply present your SNAP Benefit card and photo ID to one of our associates upon arrival and enjoy $3.00 admission to the museum. Children ages 6 and under are free.

Join us for an artistic journey geared toward young artventurers every Saturday! Led by our friendly associates, children ages 4-11 will be guided through our world-class glass art galleries. They will then have the opportunity to unleash their imagination and express themselves with a fun and engaging craft activity.

Get ready to press start on New Year’s Eve. Quantum Countdown: Level Up to 2026! is a family-friendly celebration designed for connection, play, and imagination. Step into a video game–inspired world of science and discovery. No need to stay up late – everyone can welcome the future on time. So, gather your family, join the fun, and level up to a brighter year ahead.

Pangarap: Espero Reimagined transforms The Maitland Art Center gallery into a canvas of speculative storytelling under Filipino artist Isobel Francisco. Inspired by Jules André Smith’s decision to establish an artist colony in Florida, Francisco envisions an alternate reality where this decision leads to 1937 Philippines. The exhibition features fictional artifacts and artworks to encourage viewers to explore the parallels and contrasts between this imagined scenario and the museum’s history. 'Pangarap,' meaning dream or vision in Filipino, invites audiences to reflect on the cultural impact of one artist’s decision in 1937 and beyond.

Enjoy a two-day carnival with rides, games and fair food for the whole family and the annual Pineapple Drop Block Party on Dec. 31 featuring live music and DJs on multiple stages, a New Year's countdown and fireworks.

Event admission is free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" & taller), valid all day Tuesday and till 6 pm on Wednesday, are $37 on site ($35 cash) till 5 pm Wednesday, or online before 1 pm Tuesday for $29 each, 2/$55 or 4/$99.

Ride tickets, valid anytime, are available at the carnival and discounted online pre-sale for $45/50 tickets + 1 free ride. (Rides take multiple tickets each.)

Midway hours: 1-11 pm Tuesday and 1 pm-1 am Wednesday

Carnival guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult age 21+. Please check the website for event updates.

More information: 866-666-3247 or DreamlandAmusements.com
https://dreamlandamusements.com/upcoming-events-amusement-carnival/sarasota-pineapple-drop-carnival/

The New Year's Eve block party, hosted by the Sarasota Downtown Merchants from 1 pm-1 am, features special offers at local eateries and entertainment including Naughty Girl, Chas Collins, Gas House Gorillas and SRQ Beats. The giant glowing pineapple drops at midnight at the intersection of Lemon Avenue and Main Street, followed by fireworks provided by Marina Jack. Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/757973156756682

Southeastern Premiere. In this heartwarming tale, a man visits a tailor to have his suit pants let out after realizing he's gained some weight since he last wore them. What starts as a simple alteration turns into a transformative journey. Through their deepening conversations both their lives are altered. A Tailor Near Me is a story of self-discovery, friendship, and the magic of a perfectly tailored suit.

A comedic murder mystery, complete with mistaken identities, six million bucks in diamonds, and a corpse in a wheelchair. An unassuming English shoe salesman who is forced to take the embalmed body of his recently murdered uncle on a vacation to Monte Carlo. Should he succeed in passing his uncle off as alive, Harry Witherspoon stands to inherit six million dollars. If not, the money goes to the Universal Dog Home of Brooklyn...or else his uncle's gun-toting ex!

Step into a world of glitter, glamour, and irresistible allure this New Year’s Eve at the historic Richey Suncoast Theatre. Sparkles & Spotlights is a dazzling burlesque spectacle produced by Miss Tila Entertainment, promising an unforgettable night of vintage elegance and seductive charm.

Guests will be transported to a bygone era of decadent entertainment, where shimmering gowns, feathered fans, and sultry silhouettes reign supreme. Featuring a lineup of captivating performers and show-stopping routines, this celebration is designed to leave you breathless and begging for more. The show begins at 7 PM, with a brief intermission.

The evening will be a spectacular show of classic showgirl style, music, and performance. Whether you're a burlesque aficionado or simply seeking a unique and glamorous way to welcome the New Year, Sparkles & Spotlights is the place to be.

Ring in 2026 at Midnight in Caravaggio’s Light!

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in unforgettable style at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg. Step into an evening inspired by the drama and radiance of In Caravaggio’s Light. Enjoy an all-inclusive night featuring an open bar, chef-curated stations and desserts by Constellation Culinary Group, a live DJ from Tampa Bay DJ Company, and a dazzling 360° video booth and photo booth to capture every moment. Guests will enjoy exclusive access to the Hough Wing from 9:00–10:30 PM, experience a festive champagne toast at 11:45 PM, and take in a stunning terrace view of the downtown fireworks as the clock strikes midnight.

Dress to impress—this is St. Pete’s most luminous way to welcome 2026.

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New Year’s Eve (21+)
Midnight in Caravaggio’s Light

Wednesday, December 31, 2025
9:00 PM–12:30 AM
Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory
Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701

$200 per person | 21+

*Each ticket includes open bar, chef-curated stations and desserts.

For the first time, Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk is partnering with Jackson’s Bistro, Bar & Sushi to light up the downtown skyline with a spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks display! Ring in 2026 with a dazzling celebration over the Hillsborough River, featuring prime viewing spots along the Riverwalk and at Jackson’s Bistro, Bar & Sushi. Join us as we welcome the new year with sparkle, excitement, and community spirit on Tampa’s waterfront!