The Sunset Music Festival is coming to Tampa this Saturday and bringing some of the biggest names in Electronic Dance Music! With three stages and over 35 top-notch D.J's, the festival’s headliners include Steve Aoki and David Guetta.

A great way to spend Memorial Day weekend, the festival is hosting some of the electronic music industry’s top talent including:

• Morgan Page (7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.)
• Knife Party (8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.)
• Steve Aoki (9:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.)
• David Guetta (10:30 p.m. – midnight)

For tickets and more info visit Sunset Music Festival online or contact info@smftampa.com. Event will run from noon to midnight at Raymond James Stadium, 4201 North Dale Mabry Hwy. in Tampa.

Stay tuned for more fun weekend activities!

For a limited time only, The Tampa Bay History Center is presenting Circus: The Photographs of Frederick W. Glasier, a collection of more than 60 rare black and white photos documenting the working life of circus performers in the early 20^th century.

From a time when snake charmers, wire-walkers and lion-tamers mystified thousands, these photos offer a unique glimpse into the history of the American Circus. The collection, which includes Glasier's photography of famous shows like the Ringling Bros. Circus, the Sparks Circus and Buffalo Bill Wild West Show, will be displayed at the History Center May 25 – August 4.

For more information, visit www.tampabayhistorycenter.org or call 813.228.0097. The Tampa Bay History Center is located at 801 Old Water St., Tampa.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar has announced its new spring “Taste the Season” menu featuring delectable dishes, available only until May 31.

The special spring meal consists of two courses, starting with an Oven-Roasted Baby Beet and Whipped Chevre Salad, followed by the main course of Cedar, Orange and Tea-Smoked Filet Mignon with Lemon-Garlic Butter, topped in a Spring Mushroom and Toasted Pine-Nut Ragout and accompanied by Prosciutto-Wrapped Green Beans. Enjoy your meal with the perfect seasonal cocktail, Fleming’s signature Havana Spice Mojito, and round out the culinary experience with a delicious Blueberry Almond Cream Tartlet. 

Cost for the two-course meal is $40.95 per guest. For more details or reservations, visit Flemings online or contact 813.874.9463. Fleming’s is located at 4322 W. Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa.

Ybor City is now home to Florida’s largest public mural. At 12,000 square feet, the Ybor City mural project has taken over three years to complete on the side of an industrial building on Adamo Drive. The mural was inspired by the Ybor City National Historic Landmark District’s past, present and future.

The muralist Michael Parker designed it to represent three integrating themes and six messages. A community effort involving volunteers, art students from Hillsborough Community College's Ybor Campus and support from many local businesses, the City of Tampa and Ybor City Development Corporation, the mural was introduced to the public on May 21.

The integrating themes include the Journey through Life, the Conflict between Tradition and Progress and the American Experience. The images in the mural were all carefully thought-out and beautifully recreated; including local ties such as “El Reloj”, the iconic clock on the J.C. Newman Cigar Factory; the Tampa Skyline; and Dr. Frank Adamo, an American Hero who the street is named after.

This mural is a representation of the real Ybor City and was a part of David Scott’s vision (chairman of the board of the Ybor City Development Corporation) to bring Ybor City back to prominence for Tampa. Ceck out the full story of the mural at YborArtProject.com.

Two of Tampa’s most well-known attractions welcomed new-born babies this spring!

Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo is already known for bringing us face-to-face with some of nature’s most majestic creatures, but now the zoo is giving Tampa even more reason to celebrate! Jiyu, an endangered Indian Rhino whose name means “compassionate friend”, was born to a mother Rhino at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo on May 9. The new-born is a member of one of only two species of single-horned Rhino’s on Earth, and represents a victory in the fight to keep these amazing animals from extinction. The birth of baby Jiyu comes less than two months after three endangered Malayan Tiger cubs were born at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. The tiger cubs, each weighing between six and seven pounds, are part of an collaborative effort to preserve the Malayan Tiger species, of which less than 1,500 remain in the wild.

Animal lovers, stay tuned for more information on how these adorable creatures are settling in at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay!

Photo Credit: Ybor City Museum Society

The former home of Al Lopez, Tampa’s first Major League Baseball player and first hall-of-famer, is being relocated in historic Ybor City, and will become the Tampa Baseball Museum. The museum, slated to open in Spring 2014 and being developed by the Ybor City Museum Society, will feature rotating and permanent exhibits celebrating the importance of baseball in the community.

Exhibits will cover over 125 years of Tampa’s baseball heritage, including African American and Latino cultures and the pivotal role they played in the development of both the city and the game of baseball.

Visit Tampa Baseball Museum on Facebook for progress updates and more photos.

Get ready to move it, move it! Saturday, May 18, Busch Gardens Tampa will unveil its newest live stage show, “Madagascar Live! Operation: Vacation”. Guests will party alongside their favorite characters from the hit “Madagascar” movie series, including Alex the Lion, Gloria the Hippo and King Julien!

To go along with the show’s premiere on Saturday, the park is hosting a weekend-long party with on-the-hour dance parties and character meet and greets in the newly renovated Stanleyville Theater. In addition, famous animal expert “Jungle Jack” Hanna will share animal facts and travel tales during shows at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. each day of premiere weekend!

Excitement is spreading fast, and Busch Gardens Tampa President Jim Dean is no exception: “We are thrilled to partner with DreamWorks Animation to bring the hugely popular Madagascar Characters to Busch Gardens,” says Dean. “The show is certain to have families engaged and amused, and will round out the triple play of amazing shows, thrilling rides and unique animal encounters that our park delivers.”

The live stage show will encourage families to sing, clap and dance along to original songs and party favorites during the 20-minute musical adventure. Following the show, guest can continue the party at the Gwazi and Cheetah Hunt plazas. This Saturday night ONLY, May 18 the Gwazi Plaza will remain open for 30 minutes after park closing for a special character meet and greet, followed by a fireworks spectacular at 8:30 p.m.

 “Madagascar Live! Operation: Vacation” premiere weekend is one party you don’t want to miss! For tickets and more details visit Busch Gardens Tampa online or call 1-888-800-5447. Admission to “Madagascar Live! Operation: Vacation” is included in regular admission price.

Amy Trautman, National Sales Manager, Jeff Gassaway Regional Account Executive (Chicago) and Adam DePiro, Director of Sale/Services with Tampa Bay & Company along with four hotel and attraction partners invaded Minneapolis during our client event at the Kitchen Window Cooking School on Thursday, May 2, 2013. Good food was had by all in attendance.

The invasion continued in Rosemont with an outstanding luncheon event at Gibsons Restaurant on Friday,May 3rd. 

Our last and best attended event was at Shedd's Aquarium in Chicago on Saturday, May 4th.  It was a family oriented day filled with face painting and various activities for children of all ages.  Our clients enjoyed each of our Tampa Takeovers.  Until next time... it is over and out.

The Florida Aquarium invites you to party under the sea at its first annual Carnaval Del Mar on Sunday May 19! The undersea extravaganza begins at 9:30 a.m. and will feature colorful costumes, stilt walkers, capoeira dancers, hula hoop performers, and everyone’s favorite sea creatures! Join in on a scavenger hunt that takes you on an undersea adventure through the aquarium, get your face painted as your favorite sea creature, and dance in the Carnaval parade to celebrate aquatic life in classic Latin-American fashion.

Carnaval Del Mar is included in the regular admission price of $21.95 for adults with discounts available for seniors and children.

The Florida Aquarium is located at 701 Channelside Dr., Tampa. For details and tickets, call 813.273.4000 or visit The Florida Aquarium online.

Stay tuned for more fun things to do in Tampa Bay!

A classic never gets old! Starting on Sunday, June 2, the Tampa Theatre will kick-off this year’s Summer Classics series! The summer-long series will begin with “The Adventures of Robin Hood,” and will include 13 timeless titles such as “Gone With The Wind,” “Casablanca,” “From Russia With Love,” and many more! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate 100 years of movie history by enjoying these vintage films in a historic city landmark!

Shows will play each Sunday at 3 p.m., through August 25. Tickets are $9 for adults, with discounts available for children, seniors and military members.

• For tickets and show times, visit www.tampatheatre.org
• For more details, call (813) 274-8286

Disney On Ice presents Rockin’ Ever After in Tampa Bay!

The magic of Disney On Ice is coming to the Tampa Bay Times Forum starting Thursday, May 16 with "Rockin’ Ever After", an all-new live production with your favorite Disney characters! Bringing moments to life from Disney-Pixar favorites “BRAVE”, “Tangled”, “The Little Mermaid” and “Beauty and The Beast”, Disney On Ice’s "Rockin’ Ever After" is a spectacle you won’t want to miss. Bring the whole family to witness the magic of Disney come to life on ice!

The show will run from Thursday, May 16 through Sunday, May 19. Ticket prices range from $16-$75. For tickets and show times visit:

• www.disneyonice.com
• www.ticketmaster.com,
• or call the Tampa Bay Times Forum ticket office at 1-877-610-8284.

Stay tuned for more family fun activities to do in Tampa Bay!

Tampa Bay was notorious for its speakeasies during the Prohibition era of the 1920s, illegally selling and producing liquor’s cheap alternative, moonshine, or if lucky, liquor that had been smuggled in. Because of Tampa’s location, smugglers were easily able to bring in unlawful goods, such as liquor, from Cuba and the Bahamas.

Speakeasies earned their name from patrons speaking quietly about the bar or even speaking quietly while actually in the bar, to be sure not to attract attention from police.

Tampa Bay’s speakeasy past is being brought back to life in season 4 of Boardwalk Empire, where Patricia Arquette plays a major recurring role as Sally Wheet, a Tampa speakeasy owner. The HBO Series is set in the Prohibition era in Atlantic City, N.J, and season 4 is currently in production for a debut later this year.

In mid-2010, Tampa Bay also returned to its speakeasy tradition, except with a modern-day twist, with the opening of Ciro’s Speakeasy & Restaurant. Capturing the spirit of the Roaring Twenties from the handcrafted cocktails (minus the moonshine!) to the inconspicuous location of the bar, Ciro’s requires guests to whisper a password through a slot in the door.  

In its third year, Tampa Bay’s premier craft beer festival is shaping up to be better than ever!

Tuesday, May 14, from 6 p.m. – to 9 p.m., Pepin Distributing Company is hosting its annual Brews with Attitude Beer Festival. You will have the chance to sample over 100 craft beers, enjoy live entertainment, and even sample a mystery brew that has yet to be released to the public! Hand-rolled cigars and delicious food from Tampa Bay’s favorite food trucks will also be available!

 Tickets are $30 per person or $20 when purchased in groups of six. Located at TPepin’s Hospitality Centre, 4121 N 50th St., Tampa. Please remember to plan ahead and designate a driver. Cheers!

See an incredible lineup of over 60 bands on 10 stages this weekend, May 10-11, as WMNF’s 32^nd annual Tropical Heatwave takes over Ybor City! Some of the must –sees from this weekend’s festival include:

• Kelly Willis and Bruce Robison ( El Pasaje Plaza, May 11 @ 7:05 p.m.)
• The Heligoats (Cuban Club Cantina, May 11 @ 8:10 p.m.)
• Cody ChesnuTT  (The Ritz, May 11 @ 10:25 p.m.)
• Ponderosa  (The Crowbar, May 11 @ 10:40 p.m.)
• Southern Hospitality (Cuban Club Bandshell on the Patio, May 11 @ 10:50 p.m.)
• Dubtonic Kru (El Pasaje Plaza, May 11 @ 12:10 a.m.)

And it doesn’t stop at just music; this entertainment extravaganza will feature local artists, fantastic food and handmade crafts lining 9^th Ave. in Ybor! If you like discovering new music, art and great food, Tropical Heatwave in Ybor City is the place to be this weekend!

The fun starts tonight, May 10, at 6p.m. with the Saturday festival kicking off at 2 p.m. Hosting venues include Crowbar, CL Space, The Cuban Club, El Pasaje Plaza, New World Brewery, The Ritz Ybor, and The Roosevelt 2.0. Weekend passes are $40 in advance/50$ at the door. Friday passes $20/$30; Saturday passes $30/$40.Click here for tickets and directions. For any further questions contact 813-238-8001.

Stay tuned for more fun things to do this weekend in Tampa Bay, including mother's day brunch!

Visit a Tampa landmark this Saturday for National Train Day! Tampa Union Station, Tampa Bay’s 101-year-old train station, is hosting a free celebration in honor of America’s love for trains. Saturday marks 144 years of connecting travelers coast to coast and commemorates the day the first transcontinental railroad was created.

In addition to live music and food trucks, National Train Day will feature:

• Railroad equipment displays and tours
• Operating model trains including LEGO and HO-, G- and N- scale trains from the Suncoast Model Railroad Club, The H.B. Plant Railroad Historical Society and others
• Historical exhibits from the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library/Burgert Brothers photograph collection, Operation Lifesaver, the Florida Coalition of Rail Passengers, Atlantic Coast Line & Seaboard Air Line Railroads Historical Society, Tampa Bay History Center, City of Tampa Historic Preservation and Urban Design, Tampa Preservation, Friends of Tampa Union Station, and more.
• Train simulators

National Train Day will be held on Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Tampa Union Station, which is located at the corner of Nebraska Avenue, Twiggs Street, and Nuccio Parkway in Downtown Tampa, on the edge of Ybor City at 601 N. Nebraska Avenue. Call 727-365-4077 for more information.

Stay tuned for more fun weekend activities!

These Tampa Bay locations are rolling out the red carpet for Moms to enjoy brunch on Mother’s Day:

Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi - Treat Mom to a delicious buffet at Jackson’s Bistro Bar & Sushi! Chef Yamani is preparing 70 savory items for the buffet, including omelets, sushi rolls and desserts that will make Mom feel absolutely spoiled on her special day! Cost is $34.95 per person and kids’ rates are available. Contact Jackson’s for details at 813-277-0112. Brunched served from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Located at 601 S. Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa.

Maestro's Mother's Day Brunch - If you find yourself downtown by the Straz Center on Mother’s Day, be sure to head on over to Maestro’s Restaurant for brunch! Maestro’s will be hosting a two delicious brunches, one at 11 a.m. and another at 1:30 p.m., to celebrate Mother’s Day with all of Tampa’s Moms!  To make reservation, call 813.229.STAR (7827). Located at 1010 North MacInnes Pl., Tampa. Download the full menu by clicking here.

Sono's Mother's Day Brunch - Sono’s Café is treating Moms to a delicious three course meal for only $19! Enjoy Bloody Mary’s and the Bubbly Bar for $8. Kids eat for just $12! At no extra charge, Mom can enjoy The Tampa Museum of Art while the kids take part in supervised art activities! For reservations call 813-421-8381. Serving brunch from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Located at 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa.

Second Line Café (the NOLA café) - No need to head to Lousiana! Take Mom to experience the flavor of New Orleans this Mother’s Day! Just drive on over to the Second Line Café at 301 W. Platt St., Tampa, and enjoy free Beignets compliments of the NOLA Café! Call 813-258-8778 for details. Open Sunday from 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Mother’s Day Brunch & Dinner Cruises aboard Yacht StarShip - Spoil Mom this Mother’s Day with an exquisite dining experience aboard the Yacht StarShip! The whole family can enjoy gourmet food while soaking in the beautiful sights of Tampa Bay. Take Mom out for brunch or opt for dinner instead and witness an amazing golden sunset.  Tickets are $44.95 for adults and $29.95 for kids, and to celebrate Mother’s Day, Mom gets in free with the purchase of three tickets. Located at 603 Channelside Dr., Tampa.

Pelagia Trattoria Mother’s Day Brunch – Pelagia Trattoria at International Mall will host a Mother’s Day Brunch this weekend, May 12. The brunch buffet will feature classics such as pancakes, omelets and much more! Tickets are $49 for adults and only $18 for kids 12 and under. Located at 4200 Jim Walter Blvd., Tampa. Call 813-313-3235 for details.

Spain Restaurant and TOMA bar - The Spain Restaurant is celebrating Mother’s Day by rolling out a special menu! The Mother's Day menu offers mixed green salad, a choice of five amazing entrees, and a side dish for just $15. Located at 513 N. Tampa St., Tampa. Open Sunday from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Contact 813-223-2831 for details and reservations.

TAPs Restaurant, Bar and Lounge - TAPS is giving Mom a free meal with the purchase of another meal of equal or greater value! For locations and details, contact 813-463-1968.

Mangroves SoHo Mother’s Day Brunch - Mangroves SoHo is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch with live entertainment, $5 Bloody Marys and a delicious selection of brunch favorites including Huevos Rancheros, West Coast Toast, classic Eggs Benedict and more! Mangroves will be open this Sunday from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m and is located at 208 S. Howard Ave., Tampa. Contact 813-258-3302 for details.

Ocean Prime Tampa - Enjoy a special Mother's Day brunch menu at Ocean Prime featuring mimosas, blueberry french toast, short rib hash, crab & eggs, and more! Ocean Prime is located in front of Tampa International Plaza at 2205 N. West Shore Boulevard, Tampa. Call 813-490-5288 for more information.

Stay tuned for more things to do this weekend in Tampa Bay!

Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and Tampa is working hard to make sure there are plenty of opportunities to make Mom feel special. Here are a few ideas on how to make this Mother’s Day unforgettable!

Boing! - Let Mom be a kid again at Tampa’s Boing! trampoline center! This Sunday, May 12, Moms will jump free with a child’s paid admission. The jump center is open from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and is located at 622-624 Ware Blvd., Tampa.

Tampa Bay History Center  - The Tampa Bay History Center will celebrate Mother’s Day with free admission for Moms with one paid admission on Sunday, May 12 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The history center features several galleries, interactive exhibits and exciting activities the whole family can enjoy. Treat Mom to a fun family day while learning about our city’s rich history! Located at 801 Old Water St. Tampa, FL.

Downtown Arts and Entertainment Pass - For only $30, take Mom on a special tour of downtown Tampa that includes:

• The Florida Museum of Photographic Art
• Henry B. Plant Museum at University of Tampa
• Tampa Bay History Center
• The Tampa Theatre 
• Companion Ride on the TECO Line Streetcar 
• Appetizers, salads, cocktails, coffee, desserts and more at downtown restaurants and cafes

Available for purchase at any of the above listed locations.

Mothers Day Dolphin Tour  - Make Mother’s Day a family adventure she’ll never forget and take her on a dolphin tour with The Tampa Water Taxi Company! Tours are just $25 a person, with a 20% discount on groups of six or more. Make Mother’s Day a family adventure she’ll never forget with Tampa Water Taxi Company! Tours run from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and reservations are suggested. Call Captain Larry at 888-665-8687. Located at 200 N Ashley Dr., Tampa.

Henry B. Plant Museum - The Henry B. Plant Museum will open its doors free of charge to all Mothers this Sunday, May 12. Give Mom the grand tour of Henry B. Plant’s opulent Tampa Bay Hotel which hosted such famous guests as Teddy Roosevelt, Sarah Bernhardt, and Babe Ruth. Authentically restored and perfectly finished, this hotel turned museum takes you back in time for a one-of-a-kind historical experience. The museum is open Sunday from noon – 4 p.m and is located at 401 W. Kennedy Blvd. on the University of Tampa Campus.

The Florida Aquarium - This Mother’s Day weekend May 11-12, treat Mom to an undersea adventure at The Florida Aquarium, where she can meet over 20,000 amazing sea creatures for free with one paid admission! Open from 9:30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. The aquarium is located at 701 Channelside Dr., Tampa.

Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo - Is Mom an animal lover? Moms along with the whole family are invited to come see the wild world of Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo.  With one paid child’s combo admission, Mom gets in free to see over 1500 animals in their diverse and lush habitats. Combo tickets are $24.95 plus $4 for DinoQuest2. Lowry Park Zoo is open 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and is located at 1101 West Sligh Ave., Tampa.

Don’t Forget the Flowers!! - What Mother’s Day would be complete without a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers? Surprise Mom on Mother’s day with a one-of-a-kind bouquet from Buds, Blooms & Beyond! Ask Mom about her favorite color, flower and candle scent to create a perfect bouquet!

Contact Buds, Blooms & Beyond at (813) 818-9600 to order.

May is packed full of musical entertainment performances from the Florida Orchestra, including a concert in the park and morning coffee concerts.

May 10: The Music of the Doors – Rock Series

Saluting the raw energy, edgy lyrics and often wild stage presence of this ground-breaking iconic group, the lead singer of the rock band Zebra, Randy Jackson, is the featured vocal soloist with The Florida Orchestra. It will be a sizzling tribute concert featuring 21 hits by The Doors, including Touch Me, Riders on the Storm, Roadhouse Blues and Light My Fire. Guest Conductor is Brent Havens.

Show time: Fri, May 10 at 8pm, Progress Energy Center for the Arts, Mahaffey Theater

Tickets: $35, $55, $75

May 12: Spring Pops in the Park

Pack a picnic basket and listen to a lively mix of familiar classics and popular favorites under the stars at this free concert. Music includes John Williams’ “Raiders March” from Raiders of the Lost Ark, Henry Mancini’s film theme Moon River, music from Pirates of the Caribbean, selections from The Sound of Music, Tchaikovsky’s explosive 1812 Overture and more.

Show time: Sun, May 12 at 7:30pm, River Tower Park, Tampa.

May 15: An Intimate Collaboration

The orchestra and The Studio@620’s “Intimate Collaboration” will feature musicians from The Florida Orchestra performing chamber works by Mendelssohn and Beethoven.  There will also be a discussion about “Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7” and Liebermann’s “Concerto for Flute and Orchestra,” which are featured in the orchestra’s concerts on May 17, 18 and 19. This “Intimate Collaboration” is Wed, May 15, at 7pm at The Studio@620. Reservations are accepted by phone at 727-895-6620, as seating is limited. Suggested donation of $10 is payable at the door. The Studio@620 is at 620 First Ave. South, St. Petersburg 33701.

May 17, 18 and 19: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 – Tampa Bay Times Masterworks Series

Principal Flute Clay Ellerbroek brings to life the joyous, playful and tuneful melodies of Liebermann’s Concerto for Flute and Orchestra in this concert with Mendelssohn’s The Hebrides (Fingal’s Cave) and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7. Guest Conductor is Tito Muñoz. There will be a Pre-concert Conversation one hour prior to curtain.

Show times: Fri, May 17 at 8pm, Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Ferguson Hall; Sat, May 18 at 8pm, Progress Energy Center for the Arts, Mahaffey Theater; Sun, May 19 at 7:30pm, Ruth Eckerd Hall

Tickets: $15, $30, $45

May 24 and 25: Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring – Tampa Bay Times Masterworks Series

The concert opens with Messiaen’s symphonic meditation Le offrandes oubliées (The Forgotten Offerings), followed by the raw energy and breath-taking beauty of nature with the surging seas of sound in Debussy’s La Mer.  The evening concludes with the pagan-intoned orchestral power of Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring. Guest conductor is Tito Muñoz. There will be a Pre-concert Conversation one hour prior to curtain.

Show times: Fri, May 24 at 8pm, Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Carol Morsani Hall; Sat, May 25 at 8pm, Progress Energy Center for the Arts, Mahaffey Theater

Tickets: $15, $30, $45

Tickets are on sale at 800-662-7286 and online at www.floridaorchestra.org.

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Looking for something to do this weekend? We compiled a list of some of the fun things going on – there’s something for everyone!

Friday

Friday Extra Concert Series – Outdoor concert at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo’s Bandshell featuring Rayzilla’s Dreamboats opening for Acme Jazz Garage. The free event is presented by the City of Tampa. 7 p.m. at 7525 North Blvd., Tampa.

Funshine Music Festival (Friday-Sunday) – An excellent combination of fun and music! This weekend music festival also has thrilling rides and features bands from every genre such as Train, REO Speedwagon, Styx, The Wallflowers, Gary Allen and more. See the full list or performances here. Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301, Tampa. Ticket prices vary depending on seating.

Saturday

Tampa Firefighters Pediatric Burn Survivor Run – Chip-timed 5K and one-mile street run that starts and ends at the Tampa Firefighter’s Museum and Fire Rescue Headquarters at 720 Zach St., Tampa. Every runner gets an ice cream at the finish line. The 5K is $25 and the one-mile is $15. The race starts at 8 a.m and benefits Camp Hopetake, the Children’s Burn Survivor Group.

May the Fourth be with You Party – May the fourth be with you on Star Wars Day at the Bricks of Ybor this Saturday. Starting at 5 p.m., wear your star wars costume, pose with cutouts, and get your face painted like Yoda. 1327 E. 7th Ave., Tampa.

Make your own Mother’s Day gift – Make the mother in your life a unique Mother’s Day gift at Phoenix Glass Studio and Gallery. See glass blowing demonstrations and make a glass flower, ornament, or paperweight for $50. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., 811 E. Knollwood St., Tampa.

Sunday – Celebrate Cinco de Mayo!

Green Lemon (Saturday-Sunday) – Celebrate Cinco de Mayo all weekend at the Green Lemon, from the mustache contest on Saturday to DJs all weekend. No cover charge, 915 S. Howard Ave., Tampa.  

Cinco de Drinko at the Lodge – Wear your sombrero for extra drink specials and celebrate the day with a Corona. No cover charge, 516 S. Howard Ave., Tampa.

Seminole Hard Rock Cinco de Mayo Party – Party all day with $5 blackjack, food and beverage specials in all bars and restaurants, including crunchy tacos and cheese quesadillas. Cold margaritas and Corona Lights are $2.50 from 4 p.m. until 4 a.m. Fiesta music will be played by The Current from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m. 5223 North Orient Rd., Tampa.

Vallartas (Saturday-Sunday): The two-day party starts at 4 p.m. on Saturday and continues through 10 p.m. on Sunday night with a DJ and two-for-one beer and margarita happy hour from 2-7 p.m. 13731 N Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa.

Celebrate Día del Niño, or Day of the Child, at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo on Sunday, April 28. The fourth annual cultural festival will go from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and is a tradition observed in many Latin countries as a day to celebrate children.

Along with the fun activities the Zoo always offers, this special event will feature appearances by kid favorites Dora and Diego, interactive hitting and pitching games from The Tampa Bay Rays Street Team, and live on-air broadcasting with the personalities from Univision Tampa Bay, La Maxima and Radio Disney 1380 AM.

Entertainment also includes live music by A Son De Plena, piñata enrichments for Zoo animals and delicious food and drinks inspired by Hispanic flavors.

Día del Niño activities are included with Zoo admission.

Stay tuned for more fun weekend activities!