The latest news from the city.
The global fitness race HYROX makes its Tampa debut at the Tampa Convention Center from October 22 to 25, with roughly 18,700 athletes and 18,000 spectators expected. A breakdown of the eight-station format, divisions, weights, and essential venue logistics for competitors and spectators.
The Heights District's 9th Annual Fall Fest takes over Armature Works on October 24 and 25 with free entry, a Kids Zone, animal rides and a riverfront pumpkin patch. Parking, dog policies and a food bank raffle are covered.
A guide to Central Coffee & Sandwiches (Central Cafeteria) at 703 N Franklin St in Tampa, known for its pressed Cuban sandwiches, breakfast burritos, and homemade refresher drinks. Covers the full menu with prices, hours, and how to order.
The 8th Annual Taste of Latino Festival takes over Ybor City's Centennial Park on Sunday, October 25, from noon to 6 p.m. Free admission, food from across Latin America, a string of cooking contests, and a VIP area in the museum gardens.
Bloom Garden Shop is a garden center and gift shop on S MacDill Avenue in South Tampa, open since 2003. It sells plants, pottery, custom living arrangements and gifts, and offers delivery and planting services. This post covers its range, prices, services and opening hours.
The Savannah Bananas bring Banana Ball to Tropicana Field for two games on May 7 and 8, 2027, against the Loco Beach Coconuts. Tickets are available only through a lottery that closes at midnight on October 31, 2026, with the midseason Banana Ball Open in Orlando as the next closest option.
The Tampa Theatre celebrated its 100th anniversary on October 15, marking a century since its 1926 opening on Franklin Street. Its atmospheric design, the 1970s rescue and the current restoration all shape its story. A silent film screening with the Mighty Wurlitzer organ is coming up on October 25.
The 15th annual Tampa Pig Jig is at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park today from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM, headlined by Thomas Rhett with Midland, Kameron Marlowe, Sister Hazel, and Cassidy Daniels. The festival raises money for NephCure through the HopeWill Foundation.
The 2026 Hillsborough County Fair runs November 5 to 15 at the fairgrounds in Dover, with rides, livestock shows and grandstand events. Covers advance and gate admission, ride armbands, discount nights and the daily schedule.
Palm Avenue Sandwich Shop is a Latina-owned, family-run Cuban and Spanish deli on N Nebraska Ave in Tampa, open for breakfast and lunch with a 4.4-star reputation. It is cash only with a $10 credit card minimum, limited seating and a menu of Cuban sandwiches, empanadas and home-style meals.
