By Filippa Malmström
1. Catch a live show at the Central Park Performing Arts Center
2. Take your friends to open mic night and sing your heart out at Molly Malone’s
3. Treat yourself to everything kumquat and explore unique boutiques and delicious restaurants in Dade City
4. Visit Largo Central Park and take a free ride on the miniature train
5. For an adrenaline rush, take a thrilling free-fall at Skydive City in Zephyrhills
6. Walk through art from various centuries at the Tampa Museum of Arts
7. Enjoy fresh, self-picked strawberries at 3 Sons Farm, Spivey Farm and Blues Berry Farm
8. Watch a Broadway show at Ruth Eckerd Hall or the Straz Center for the Performing Arts
9. Visit Curtis Hixon Park for the free monthly Rock the Park music series
10. Visit the Clearwater Marine Aquarium with rehabilitated native wildlife, including dolphins and sea turtles
11. Enjoy a family day at Laser Ops with exciting activities for all ages
12. Animal lovers will love pony rides and trail rides at HorsePower for kids
13. A must-see is the “bending arc” sculpture by Janet Echelman at St. Pete Pier
14. Walk among giants, dig for fossils or interact with other exhibits at Dinosaur World
15. Embrace all the emotions while axe-throwing at Clearwater’s Hatchet Hangout
16. Spend the day tree climbing at Treehoppers Aerial Adventure Park
17. Cheer on the Stanley Cup-winning Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena
18. Take a guided run or jog a half marathon with Go! Running Tours Tampa
19. Share support, love and acceptance at the annual St. Pete Pride Festival
20. Bring the kids to Water Works to enjoy the splash pad or playground
21. Kayak or paddleboard through Hillsborough River, Alafaia River, or Little Manatee River
22. Take the Black Business Bus Tour and support Black-owned jewelry stores, Realtors and more
23. At Giraffe Ranch, choose from the Segway Safari or the Camelback Expedition
24. Fly through the sky on a helicopter tour and see GTB from above
25. At Two Shepherds Taproom, enjoy a beer or seltzer while the dog plays off-leash
26. Catch a tour of the wine cellar at Bern’s Steak House
27. Solve mysteries and find hidden keys with fun adventures at The Great Escape Room
28. Head to Jackson’s Bistro Bar & Sushi for a Sunday Brunch on the waterfront
29. Go gator-watching and see incredible wildlife at Sawgrass Lake Park o4 Chestnut Park
30. Give back to the community at Clearwater Beach through its monthly beach cleanup
31. Discover some unique finds at Mezzo Market, a monthly street market in St. Pete
32. Take in the summer sun at Cypress Point Park or Ben T. Davis Beach
33. Listen to live music at The Orpheum, RockHouse Live, The Attic or Blue Note
34. Learn and admire the architecture and artwork of multiple creators at the Dali Museum
35.Tour Sweet Blossom Alpaca Farm and be surrounded by cute alpacas
36. Stop by Toffee to Go in South Tampa and sample sweet toffee flavors
37. Fill up on vegan fare with a pizza at Florish in South Tampa
38. Explore the beautiful paths of Florida’s Botanical Gardens’ 150 acres, filled with stunning gardens
39. Shop at Hyde Park’s upscale shops, with men’s and women’s fashion, eyewear and more
40. Try a new kombucha flavor at Flower Crown, like Mexican hippie
41. Grab a bite at Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs and enjoy authentic Greek fare
42. Enjoy snorkeling around Egmont Key and explore the underwater remains of Fort Dade
43. Look up at the sky and see the magical United States Blue Angels in action at the Tampa Bay Air Fest
44. Celebrate the arts at the Second Saturday Art Walk through St. Pete’s art districts
45. Ride a water taxi in downtown Tampa with 17 destinations, including Sparkman Wharf
46. Stop by the SVB Tennis Center and play beach volleyball
47. Stay at the Don Cesar and enjoy incredible food at the Maritana restaurant
48. Take a coffee break at La Segunda and try Cuban coffee and bread
49. Ladies, come together for a friendly golf game at the Ladies Executive Golf Society
50. Share a kiss with a gator at the Alligator & Wildlife Discovery Center
51. Race against friends and family in indoor go-kart racing at K1 Speed
52. Head down to Whiskey Joe’s Bar and Grill for a relaxing waterfront cocktail
53. Get in touch with nature and meet the birds of prey at the Nature Center
54. Learn circus arts, including silks, trapeze, aerial hammock and dance at Aerial Dragons Studios
56. Go on dolphin adventures and spot dolphins through Clearwater Beach boat tours
57. Create your own candle scent at The Candle Pour
58. Watch paddle racing at the Tampa Bay International Dragon Boat Festival in Garrison Channel
59. Take the ferry to the pristine Caladesi Island
60. Enjoy sunsets at the Sunsets Festival at Pier 60
61. Get a strawberry milkshake in Plant City with fresh strawberries from Parkesdale Market
62. Sip through any of the numerous craft beer tours in downtown St. Pete
63. Catch a Tampa Bay Rowdies Game at St. Petersburg’s historic Al Lang Field
64. Take an adventure with Crystal River Watersports through catboat tours
65. See a movie screening, live theatre, comedy or music performance at Tampa Theatre
66. Enjoy intense music and rock out at the outdoor concert venue MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
67. Go on a two-hour zipline experience over Mobbly Bayou Wilderness Preserve at Empower Adventures
68. Spend the day fishing at Bag ’em fishing charters in Tampa Bay
69. Visit 135 years of bat-swinging history at the Tampa Baseball Museum
70. Take a ride on the newest coaster, Phoenix Rising at Busch Gardens
71. Attend one of Zephyrhills many fun events, like the Main Street Market or the Sip & Stroll Art Walk
72. Play the part of a pirate and parade down Bayshore for the annual Gasparilla Pirate Festival
73. Feel the rush of The Bay Rocket, the newest jet boat thrill ride
74. Have a bite, enjoy a cocktail and play a round of mini golf at Pop Stroke in Wesley Chapel
75. Spot roosters strolling along the streets in Ybor City
76. Find cute pieces or enjoy fun events at Sunshine Market and Sunset Market
77. Watch magical shows at South Tampa’s Stageworks Theater and Powerstories Theater
78. Try some of the Bay’s best foods at the Taste of South Tampa Festival
79. Experience the real deal in Ybor City and puff on a Cuban Cigar.
80. Find a new favorite coffee spot. Try a latte at Bay Coffee and Tea Company
81. Taste the yummy Greek staple ouzo at Tarpon Springs Distillery
82. Touch stingrays in the 1,000-gallon tank through the Rays Touch Experience at Tropicana Field
83. Take a jog down the 4 ½ -mile-long sidewalk on Bayshore Boulevard
84. Be brave and take the family to Adventure Family Motorsports, a private Dirtbike Ranch
85. Learn new skills and make new friends at Zephyrhills Skate Park
86. Give a resounding Bravo! at the Flamenco Show at the historic Columbia Restaurant
87. Bike or run the 45-mile Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail or the Upper Tampa Bay Trail
88. Bring the family to the Museum of Science and Industry to see awe-inspiring exhibits
89. Celebrate one of the state’s best events at the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City
90. Explore Meacham Urban Farm and learn about the farm’s modern technological innovations
91. Breath easy at Coastline Salt Room in New Port Richey
92. Take the kids to the Peppa Pig theme park at LEGOLAND® Florida
93. Check out the food truck rallies in Albert Whitted Park
94. Visit Whimzeyland at Safety Harbor for an unforgettable, colorful experience
95. Walk through 100-year-old sunken gardens with the oldest tropical plants in St. Pete
96. Enjoy seafood at Frenchy’s, Paradise Grille or 400 Beach Seafood & Tap House
97. Attend a workshop, host an event or satisfy that plant fix at Wild Roots
98. Try a variety of food and play life size chess at Armature Works
99. Visit Aspirations Winery and taste one of the 30-plus hand-crafted, low-sulfite wines
100. On a hot day, head to Zephyr Park & Waterplay
