Things to do in tampa saturday night

Curated by November 14, 2022 | 07:30 AM

Hey Tampa Bay! 👋

We are halfway through November, and it’s finally the most wonderful time of the year! This weekend, it shouldn’t be a surprise that there are so many spectacular things to do in Tampa Bay. You’ll find lots of options, from races to wine festivals, and a bunch of holiday events to kick off this joyous season and get you in the holiday spirit. Whatever you choose to do, we hope you have the best weekend ever!

Omg Santa! I KNOW HIM 🎅

Water Street's Season Spectacular

📷: Water Street Tampa

Holiday magic is taking over Water Street Tampa! All is bright at their inaugural Season Spectacular, happening this Friday. Bring your friends and family and enjoy their festive decor and twinkling lights, which make for the ultimate holiday photo ops. There will also be seasonal bites and drinks (including cocktails), fun activities for the kiddos, and live entertainment, making this event one of the top things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend. Not to mention, you have to experience the epic holiday-themed silent disco and get a photo with Santa Claus himself.

Don’t forget to check out Sparkman while you’re in the area to witness Winter Wonder Wharf where you can find even more Instagram-worthy photo ops, tasty treats, and more.

This event is for all ages and is free to attend! Parking is available in East Cumberland Parking Garage and Channelside Parking Garage.

Wine down 🍷

Uncorked: Tampa Wine Fest

📷: Uncorked Wine Festivals

Where are our wine-o’s at? If you’re here reading this then we have found your plans this Saturday. The Museum of Science & Industry is hosting Uncorked for the second year in a row! Choose from 100 wines and champagnes from across the globe to taste while enjoy the museum’s after hours access to the interactive exhibits and planetarium shows. There will also be a bunch of local food and a DJ!

Event Details
  • Nov. 19 | 7:00pm $65Museum of Science & Industry

Say it ain't snow ❄

Winter Village

One of our favorite holiday pop-ups in Downtown Tampa is back! If you want to have snow much fun this weekend, you need to go to the grand opening of Winter Village. It’s one of our favorite things to do in Tampa Bay during the holiday season because they have a beautiful array of lights, as well as seasonal treats to get you in the holiday spirit, local makers so you can get ahead on gift shopping, and ice skating plus curling!

We suggest you hop aboard the Winter Village Express too, to explore Tampa’s Downtown like never before.

Event Details
  • Nov. 18 | 4:00pm FreeCurtis Hixon Waterfront Park

It's about to be lit 🎄

Holiday Happening: Annual Tree Lighting Celebration

Hyde Park Village is one of the most wonderful places to be for the most wonderful time of the year! This Saturday, kick off the holiday season in the village for their annual tree lighting ceremony. This event is one of the most joyous holiday things to do in Tampa Bay and perfect for all ages. Jam out to live music, enjoy holiday entertainment, shop at their winter holiday market, visit Santa, eat, drink, and be merry!

Get there early to get a great spot in one of Hyde Park’s three free parking garages. No matter what, you’re going to want to be there before 7pm for when they light the tree!

Event Details
  • Nov. 19 | 4:00pmHydeParkVillage

Run for a cause 👟

Miles for Moffitt

📷: Miles for Moffitt

There are lots of things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend, but if you want to make a difference, we suggest signing up for Miles for Moffitt. Move for love, courage, and finding cures to cancer. Join the community as they run through downtown Tampa to build on the momentum for life-saving cancer research. Miles for Moffitt welcomes everyone and brings the whole community together, including families, patients, survivors, walkers, wheelchair racers, competitive runners, advocates and Tampa Bay’s corporate leaders and their employees. There is a race distance option for everyone, including a 10K, 10K Wheelchair, 5K, 1K Fun Run/Walk, and Run with Raymond’s Kids Dash.

If you can’t make it, there is an option to join virtually!

Event Details
  • Nov. 19 | 9:35am $35Amalie Arena

'Tis the season 🎁

Tampa Bay Holiday Market

📷: Tampa Bay Holiday Market

Another event on our list of amazing things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend is happening in Downtown St. Pete! Head to the Coliseum for one of the most renowned holiday markets in the Tampa Bay area, where you can get ahead on your gift shopping this year. Discover it all, from jewelry to handbags, clothing, chocolates, decor, and more items that would make the perfect presents for anyone you may be shopping for.

Get there early because the first 250 people each day will receive a fun holiday ornament and be entered into a drawing for a 43″ TV!

Admission and parking are free.

Event Details
  • Nov. 19 | 10:00am FreeThe Coliseum

Treat yourself to a staycation 🧳

Book a stay at Saddlebrook Resort

Need a little getaway from reality? If so, you need to check out Saddlebrook Resort! This hidden gem in Wesley Chapel is the perfect place to unwind for a staycation in Tampa Bay because it has everything you could ever need. Saddlebrook is fully equipped with a large pool (be sure to grab a pina colada when you’re there), a golf course, a tennis court, a fitness center, a number of restaurants and bars, and more.

What stood out most to us when we stayed there was their Bordeaux room…a wine lovers heaven! When you go, we suggest taking a tennis lesson. The instructor was so great and you’ll feel like a pro when you leave. If you enjoy golfing, bring your golf clubs and enjoy their Arnold Palmer designed golf course (yes, there’s 2 golf courses both designed by the legend himself)!

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Things to do in tampa saturday night

93.3 FLZ’s Jingle Ball

We could not be more excited for Jingle Ball this year! All-star performers which will include Backstreet Boys, Black Eyed Peas, Big Time Rush, Cheat Codes, Tate McRae, Ava Max, Jax and Nicky Youre. What a lineup!

This year’s official charity is the Ryan Seacrest Foundation – $1.00 of each ticket sold will be donated to the non-profit organization, which is dedicated to inspiring today’s youth through entertainment and education focused initiatives. Additionally, a percentage of all ticket sales will go to Florida Disaster Relief.

Event Details
  • Dec. 16 | 7:00pm $19.50Amalie Arena

Things to do in tampa saturday night

Shopapalooza

The holidays will be here before we know it, y’all and there’s no better place to kick off your holiday shopping other than at Shopapalooza! This 2-day community shopping festival is filled with all things local, from local music to local food and 350+ local makers and businesses. The best part is that it’s free!

Enjoy four food halls, filled with snacks, drinks, entrees, and desserts, along with vegan options! Bring the whole family because there will be a kid’s zone. Not to mention, there will be a $500 shopping spree giveaway each day and its free to enter!

Event Details
  • Nov. 26 | 10:00am FreeVinoy Park

Did someone say rooftop?! 😍

Things to do in tampa saturday night

If you still need more things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend we suggest going to the 360 Rooftop…they have some of the best views of the sunset! They have been voted best rooftop bar in Tampa Bay 2 years in a row. Be sure to check them out on the rooftop of Hotel Zamora. Discover more of our favorite businesses and things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend by subscribing to our YouTube channel 🎥

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