Feb 22 - Mar 27 ILLUSTRATING THE NEWS: 30 YEARS OF ART BY JOE TONELLI
Joe Tonelli, chief news artist at the St Petersburg Times, is recognized for the narrative power and emotional depth of his innovative illustrations, which shaped the newspaper's identity. This exhibit showcases iconic works from his distinguished career. Morean Arts Center. 727-822-7872 MoreanArtsCenter.org
Feb 24 - Mar 14 JEWELRY TRUNK SHOW: BORA JEWELRY
Joe Tonelli, chief news artist at the St Petersburg Times, is recognized for the narrative power and emotional depth of his innovative illustrations, which shaped the newspaper's identity. This exhibit showcases iconic works from his distinguished career. SHAPIRO's Fine American Crafts. 727-502-2583 ShapirosGallery.com
Mar 7 THE SLEEPING BEAUTY
Experience Sleeping Beauty in a stunning performance by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine! Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this production features lavish sets, exquisite costumes, and Tchaikovsky's score coupled with breathtaking choreography and graceful Ukrainian dancers. Mahaffey Theater. 7pm 727-308-5100 TheMahaffey.com
Mar 8 - Jun 8 KIMONO: THE TRIUMPH OF JAPANESE DRESS
This exhibit features over 100 kimono from the late Edo to Showa eras, exploring the weaving, designs, and accessories while highlighting their craftsmanship and symbolism. With Japanese photography and woodblock prints, it dives deep into this evolving art form. Museum of Fine Arts. 727-896-2667 MFASPete.org
Thru Mar 8 BURST: AKIKO KOTANI
Akiko Kotani's newest installation, BURST, depicts mother nature's unrelenting power through color and form. Comprised of large, crocheted panels in vibrant satin waves, this exhibition conveys the potent force of nature, bursting forth from the gallery walls. Morean Arts Center. 727-822-7872 MoreanArtsCenter.org
Mar 13-16 REGGAE RISE UP MUSIC FESTIVAL
Reggae Rise Up is one of the largest and most-anticipated reggae events in the country! With live performances, interactive activities, delicious vendors, and top acts like Sting & Shaggy, Rebelution, and Slightly Stoopid, it's the ultimate celebration of good vibes. Don't miss out! Vinoy Park. ReggaeRiseUp.com
Mar 14 KILLERS OF KILL TONY
Killers of Kill Tony is a stand-up lineup featuring comedians from the world's #1 live podcast, "Kill Tony." Watch fan-favorites perform their longer sets, showcasing their unique comedic styles and energy. Don't miss this unforgettable night of hilarious talent! Mahaffey Theater. 7pm 727-308-5100 TheMahaffey.com
Thru Mar 16 ANSEL ADAMS
Ansel Adams created iconic images of the American West. This exhibit features 25 works, including celebrated pieces like Moonrise, Hernandez, and New Mexico. Adams, a passionate environmental advocate, used his camera to express his admiration for nature. Museum of Fine Arts. 727-896-2667 MFASPete.org
Mar 26 - Apr 27 HAIR
Step into the 60s-a vibrant era of flower power, protests, and free love. Amid the Vietnam War and Civil Rights Movement, the Tribe, a group of young hippies, sings their dreams of peace, love, and freedom with iconic songs. American Stage Theatre Company. 727-823-7529 AmericanStage.org
Thru Mar 27 SKINNER + SKINNER
In their first joint exhibition, father and son Arthur + Joe Skinner showcase their distinct works, blending traditional methods with contemporary themes. Arthur depicts desolate settings and overlooked details, while Joe explores themes of faith, fate, and the lottery. Morean Arts Center. 727-822-7872 MoreanArtsCenter.org
Mar 31 - Apr 1 VIOLENT FEMMES
The Violent Femmes are an iconic folk-punk band with raw, acoustic sound and lyrics. From Milwaukee, their debut album, featuring classics like "Blister in the Sun" and "Gone Daddy Gone," became a cornerstone of alt music. Experience their legendary sound live! Jannus Landing. 7pm. JannusLive.com
Apr 2 THE GREAT GATSBY BALLET
Step into the glitz and glamor of the Roaring Twenties as F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel is brought to life. Featuring a cast of 40 dancers, handcrafted costumes, groundbreaking sets, and a Jazz Age-inspired score, this production is a visual and musical masterpiece. Mahaffey Theater. 7pm 727-308-5100 TheMahaffey.com
Apr 5 BUFFYFEST 2025: THE FLORIDA BJÖRKESTRA
Join The Florida Björkestra for the return of Buffyfest, the live concert performance of the songs from Once More With Feeling (the Buffy musical episode) and Dr. Horrible's Sing Along Blog. Featuring Tampa Bay's best performers. The Palladium. 7:30pm 727-823-2040 MyPalladium.org
Apr 5 JAMBOREE AT THE JAMES
Celebrate The James Museum's anniversary with the "Space Cowboy" themed Jamboree! Enjoy an evening filled with galactic fun, honoring Western heritage in futuristic style. 6-10pm. The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art. 727-892-4200 TheJamesMuseum.org
Apr 5-6 50TH ANNUAL MAINSAIL ART FESTIVAL
The best fine arts and fine crafts exhibited by artists from around the country. Mainsail combines visual & performing arts, music, children's art activities, and delectable food from local restaurateurs. Vinoy Park. Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm. MainsailArt.org
Apr 8 DENZEL CURRY
The Denzel Curry is a rapper and lyricist known for his powerful wordplay, high-energy performances, and unique style. He's gained widespread acclaim for his authenticity and thought-provoking lyrics, and his music boldly tackles personal and societal issues. Jannus Landing. 7pm. JannusLive.com
Apr 11-13 30TH ANNUAL TAMPA BAY BLUES FESTIVAL
Enjoy a weekend at America's premier waterfront blues festival! Held in downtown St Pete, this award-winning event features top blues acts, delicious food vendors, full bars, craft beers, and fine wines. Don't miss this three-day celebration by the bay. Vinoy Park. TampaBayBluesFest.com
Thru Apr 12 THE ART OF NEW GUINEA
New Guinea is home to remarkable artists, with works reflecting ancestral knowledge, mystical power, and initiation rites. This exhibit highlights these works, significant in both spiritual and cultural contexts, and offers a new glimpse into New Guinea's rich traditions of ritual, myth, and communal history. Museum of Fine Arts. 727-896-2667 MFASPete.org
Apr 12 WYLAND: THE ART OF CONSERVATION
Join renowned marine life artist Wyland for an evening celebrating his iconic work and mission to inspire marine conservation. Through breathtaking paintings, sculptures, and photography, Wyland redefines environmental awareness. Ocean Blue Galleries. 727-502-2583 OceanBlue.Gallery
Apr 13 MASTERWORKS OF AMERICAN FRAME DESIGN
Explore the artistry of American frame design with stunning examples from the Two Red Roses Foundation collection. This exhibition celebrates frame making as a uniquely American adaptation of traditional forms, blending craft with fine art. Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement. 727-440-4859 MuseuMAACM.org
Apr 24-27 ANNUAL SUNSCREEN FILM FESTIVAL
Join us for yet another spectacular film festival where attendees mix and mingle with filmmakers, actors, writers, producers, and celebrities. Enjoy independent films and take part in workshops and educational programming. Multiple Downtown Venues. SunScreenFilmFestival.com
Apr 25-27 ST ANTHONY'S TRIATHLON WEEKEND
Experience the premier multi-sport event known for its scenic course along the downtown St Petersburg waterfront. Enjoy Fitness Expos, live music & The Meek & Mighty Triathlon. Straub Park. 727-825-1521 SATriathlon.com
May 2-4 BIG WAVE DAVE: DAVID WIGHT'S GLASS WAVES
Experience the mesmerizing artistry of David Wight, whose Classic Glass Wave Sculptures capture the fluid motion of water in solid glass. This iconic series, begun in 1994, showcases his mastery of form and movement. Ocean Blue Galleries. 727-502-2583 OceanBlue.Gallery
Thru May 4 THE SUBVERSIVE EYE: SURREALIST AND EXPERIMENTAL PHOTOGRAPHY FROM THE DAVID RAYMOND COLLECTION
This exhibition features 100+ works by 50 artists, showcasing how Surrealists used photography to explore new perspectives and question the nature of seeing. Experience interactive exhibitions like a "photo studio" and AI-powered Dream Tapestry. Dalí Museum. 727-823-3767 TheDali.org
May 5 LOU GRAMM: THE ORIGINAL VOICE OF FOREIGNER
Lou Gramm's hit songs placed Foreigner among Billboard's Top Artists of all time. With a star-studded band featuring former Foreigner alums Scott Gilman and Jeff Jacobs, along with Tony Franklin of The Firm, this is a performance not to miss! The Palladium. 7pm 727-823-2040 MyPalladium.org
May 18 WANDA SYKES: PLEASE & THANK YOU TOUR
Wanda Syke's work spans from her Netflix specials I'm an Entertainer and Not Normal to roles in Crank Yankers, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and Black-ish. Don't miss this comedic powerhouse! Mahaffey Theater. 8pm 727-308-5100 TheMahaffey.com
Thru May 20 THE FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN EXHIBIT
From the 50s to the 70s, 26 Black artists, known as the "Florida Highwaymen," created over 200,000 pieces showcasing Florida’s landscape. They sold their art from car trunks along highways, barred from galleries by Jim Crow laws. St Petersburg Museum of History. 727-894-1052 HistoryStPete.org
May 23-26 MICHAEL CHEVAL: ABSURDIST MASTERWORKS
Discover the captivating world of Absurdist art with Michael Cheval, renowned for his intricate and metaphorical paintings, drawings, and portraits. Each piece unveils a game of imagination, inviting viewers to decode its hidden allusions. Ocean Blue Galleries. 727-502-2583 OceanBlue.Gallery
May 24 DON QUIXOTE
Set to Ludwig Minkus's iconic score, Don Quixote tells the story of Kitri, who defies her father to pursue love. The ballet blends romance, comedy, and adventure, culminating in a breathtaking Grand Pas de Deux at Kitri's wedding. This timeless production is a feast for the senses. Mahaffey Theater. 1pm 727-308-5100 TheMahaffey.com
May 25 - Jun 22 FAT HAM
A reimagining of Shakespeare's Hamlet, set in a vibrant African-American community called "The Hill." J-Boy, grappling with his father's suspicious death, confronts family betrayal and the search for truth. With compelling characters and gripping drama, it breathes new life into the timeless classic. American Stage Theatre Company. 727-823-7529 AmericanStage.org
Jun 12-13 NIKKI GLASER
Emmy-nominated Nikki Glaser has honed her shockingly honest, no-holds barred style, becoming one of the funniest voices in comedy today. She brings her fearless comedy to the stage, tackling aging, relationships, and more with razor-sharp wit. Don't miss the chance to see her live! Mahaffey Theater. 7pm 727-308-5100 TheMahaffey.com
