Your ultimate guide to the biggest events happening across Tampa Bay this month. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, this curated lineup ensures your calendar stays filled with unforgettable experiences. From sizzling concerts and hilarious comedy shows to thrilling sports and artsy workshops — Tampa Bay events have something for everyone.
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Theater: Tampa’s Stages Are Set
“PUFFS”
🗓️ July 9 – Aug. 3 | 📍 The Straz Center | 💵 $35+
Explore the lives of the “other” students at a magical school where they fight evil… in their own quirky way. A funny, heartfelt parody for lovers of wizarding tales.
“Clue: The Musical”
🗓️ Aug. 1 – Aug. 2 | 📍 Murray Theatre at Ruth Eckerd Hall | 💵 $15+
The classic boardgame comes alive. Interactive storytelling, mystery lovers, and live theater fans unite for a thrilling whodunit.
“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again]”
🗓️ Aug. 13 – Aug. 24 | 📍 The Straz Center | 💵 $49+
All of Shakespeare’s 37 plays + sonnets packed into one hilarious, fast-paced show.
Sports: Get Your Cheer On
2025 Buccaneers Training Camp
🗓️ Aug. 1 | 📍 AdventHealth Training Center | 💵 Free
Get a sneak peek of the Buccaneers before the season officially kicks off. Fan fun meets intense football.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. LA Dodgers / NY Yankees
🗓️ Aug. 1 & Aug. 19 | 📍 George M. Steinbrenner Field | 💵 $95+ & $127+
Don’t miss the Rays battling baseball powerhouses. Major League thrills, iconic matchups, and stadium vibes guaranteed.
Tampa Bay Rowdies vs. Phoenix Rising FC
🗓️ Aug. 16 | 📍 Al Lang Stadium | 💵 $23.85
Soccer under the stars on St. Pete’s beautiful waterfront.
Shows: Laugh, Cry, and Rock On
Shuler King at Funny Bone Comedy Club
🗓️ Aug. 1 – 2 | 💵 $32
Comedian. Actor. Funeral Director. This triple-threat delivers outrageous laughs, raw energy, and one-liners to die for.
CatVideoFest 2025
🗓️ Aug. 2 | 📍 Tampa Theatre | 💵 $10
A paw-sitively purrfect event featuring viral cat videos. Proceeds go to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.
Katy Perry – The Lifetimes Tour
🗓️ Aug. 22 | 📍 Amalie Arena | 💵 $99+
Pop spectacle. Global hits, high-energy visuals, and unforgettable moments.
Festivals: Tampa Turns Up the Heat
Tampa Bay Comic Convention
🗓️ Aug. 1 – 3 | 📍 Tampa Convention Center | 💵 $35+
Step into your favorite fandom. Meet stars from “Stranger Things,” “Indiana Jones,” and more. Cosplay, panels, and collectibles galore.
Bolts Brew Fest
🗓️ Aug. 1 | 📍 Amalie Arena | 💵 $53+
Craft beer, arcade games, and the Tampa Bay Lightning — all under one roof.
2nd Annual Food From The Soul Festival
🗓️ Aug. 2 | 📍 Carrollwood Cultural Center | 💵 $20+
Celebrate diverse flavors from African, Asian, Caribbean, and Hispanic cultures. Food, music, and culture in one flavorful day.
Active Life: Sweat and Sunset Vibes
Sunset & Glow E-Bike Tour
🗓️ Aug. 1 | 📍 Flora Wylie Park | 💵 $65
Cruise along the coast with a glowing bike, panoramic views, and evening breezes.
Sit. Stay. Down Dogs! Yoga with Puppies
🗓️ Aug. 3 | 📍 Dog Bar St. Pete | 💵 $25
Yoga + adoptable puppies? Stress relief, stretching, and maybe meeting your new best friend.
Arts: Create, Experience, Imagine
Beyond Van Gogh & Monet
🗓️ Aug. 1 – 22 | 📍 The Straz Center | 💵 $33+
Immersive art, legendary painters, and a symphonic journey through visuals.
Candle Pour Workshop: Tampa Bay Themed
🗓️ Aug. 7 | 📍 Armature Works | 💵 $35
Create your custom scent while sipping wine and channeling your inner artisan.
Ekphrastic Writing Workshop at Dalí Museum
🗓️ Aug. 26 | 📍 The Dalí Museum | 💵 $30+
Take a private art tour, then write poetic or narrative pieces inspired by mural art.
Seasonal Highlights: Savor the Summer
AquaGlow at Adventure Island
🗓️ Aug. 1 – 9 | 💵 $35
Nighttime waterpark fun, dazzling lights, and pulsing beats.
Massive Summer Vibes Asian Street Food & Music Festival
🗓️ Aug. 2 – 3 | 📍 England Brothers Park | 💵 $8
From lion dances to fire shows, indulge in over 75 vendors serving Asian fusion, live performances, and cultural vibes.
14th Annual Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest
🗓️ Aug. 23 | 📍 Morean Center for Clay | 💵 $25
Taste your way through mini cupcakes and vote on the “People’s Choice” winner.
Tampa Bay: Always Something Happening
With so many exciting Tampa Bay events packed into one month, it’s impossible to be bored. Whether you’re grooving at a Katy Perry concert, stretching under a skyline with puppies, or sipping craft brews while watching monster trucks — August in Tampa Bay is all about unforgettable moments.
Ready to experience the best of the Bay? Stay tuned — next month’s lineup might just top this one.
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