Conveniently located and easily accessible, this performing arts center is located downtown beside the scenic Hillsborough River and offers patrons a variety of Broadway shows, musicals, plays, concerts, operas and special events in four theaters. Indulge in pre-show dining while enjoying scenic views of Tampa at Maestro's, where you can dine under the stars on the Riverwalk Promenade or inside at The Cafe, which operates when Broadway shows are featured. Call the 24-hour events line for current information on upcoming shows, tickets, directions, parking and dining.
Tired of the usual dinner and a movie date? Try your hand at something new and take your significant other or group of friends for a night of painting. Painting With a Twist offers patrons a unique atmosphere where they can partake in an art lesson, with paint and canvas provided, while sipping and snacking on food and beverages brought from home. Far from the usual date or girls night activity, this is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Cigar City Brewing is one of Tampa's favorite breweries. This craft brewery regularly concocts different varieties of its regular beers, ranging from IPA's to Espresso Brown Ale. The brewery also always features a good amount of special and seasonal brews. Cigar City offers tours of its 15 barrel brewery. The tasting room features all of the brewery's own beers as well as other local craft favorites. Special events also occur here, including weekly food truck nights.
Housing the largest collection of Salvador Dali works in the world, the museum offers a regularly changing exhibit of the legendary surrealist artist's melting-watch canvases and a wide variety of his sculpture and fiber objects that are, at the very least, intriguing. One memorable creation toasts the cocktail party; it is a vest covered with full glasses of creme de menthe. Daily tours seek to explain this complex man and his equally complex art. In the museum store you can select a memento of your surreal experience. Do check the website or call for timings.
Every February, the state celebrates its "bests" from needlework to hogs at the fair, on this 325-acre site not far from Busch Gardens. Other events are scheduled over the year but February's the highlight for agriculture and crafts fans. Named one of the top 100 events in the nation by the American Business Association, the Florida State Fair features plenty of rides and the grounds are landscaped and dotted with lakes. Activities vary through seasons - both big and small - from sporting event to exhibitions, trade shows, banquets, conferences and weddings.
This comedy club is a popular place that hosts some of the best comedy shows and talent in town. This place is great to hang around with friends or family. You can catch an early evening show or go for the late night show. The club also serves dinner and drinks. Popular comedians like Ellen DeGeneres are said to have performed here. So come here ready to laugh!
Discover the local art scene in the city of Tampa. This gallery is housed in small residential structure. They have rotating exhibitions by talented artists from the vicinity. Call ahead to know more about the shows.
Murielle Winery is the perfect place to find a memorable gift for any special occasion. They create wines from a wide range of grape juices that have been produced around the world, providing a variety of juices that allow for a large selection of different types of wines. Individual labeled bottles can be purchased with the Murielle brand, or you can have a personalized label designed of your own to celebrate a special occasion or give as a unique gift. Single bottles are available, or purchase wine by the case. Wine tastings are available. - Vickie Ferguson
Imagine yourself going as fast as the cheetah but around a twisting and turning path. Like the thrill of it? You can experience it now at the Cheetah Hunt, a steel roller coaster ride with three separate launches, located at the Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. The track length is 4400 feet (1341 meters) and you will cover it in just 90 seconds! The route zips across a habitat created for its namesake feline, offers wide-sweeping views of the entire park and courses through a rocky canyon. Along with the ride, you can also enjoy the Cheetah Run, a glass-paneled exhibit housing the real cheetahs.
Inaugurated in 2011, Buttercup Pole Dance is a dance studio specifically focusing on pole dance. Located in Tampa, FL, they provide lessons in Lyra and ariel slings as well and is available for pole parties.