Tampa Top 10 - April 2026

GULF COAST MAKERCON

April 18, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at the Yuengling Draft Haus. Browse innovative product booths, see workshops by industry experts in aerospace, AI, arts, and more. Watch Combat with over 30 fighting robots, shop the maker market, and kids can visit the Deconstruction Zone to dismantle electronics and learn about them. General admission is free. gulfcoastmakercon.com

TBBHF MUSIC FEST

April 25 & 26 at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. The Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival presents a two-day music event featuring Rick James Stone City Band, Tina P & Friends, Althena Rene, and Stokley. Participate in line dancing, a drum circle, local and regional acts, giveaways, enjoy delicious food and arts from local vendors, and more. tampablackheritage.org/ musicfest2026

BILL MURRAY & HIS BLOOD BROTHERS

April 17, 7 p.m. at Ruth Eckerd Hall. Bill Murray, guitarists Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia, along with Bluesman Jimmy Vivino, are a group of friends who have showcased a blend of Murray’s unique charm with classic rock music all over the country. They welcome special guest, Big Sky. Meet & Greet or the dining package available for purchase. rutheckerdhall.com

OLD TIME SAILORS

April 23, 7 p.m. at The Orpheum. Sail back to the 19th century for an immersive experience of traditional seafaring music performed by a 20-piece shanty band dressed in period costumes. Sing and dance along like a drunken sailor as the band performs centuries-old folk and shanty songs. Fancy dress is encouraged, so pull out your best seafaring garments! theorpheum.com

THE MAGICIANS TABLE

April 9 - May 31 at the Straz Center. Enjoy two hours of immersive magic, live theater, and music. During the stage performance, you will be visited by multiple magicians at your table, where the country’s finest will perform at close range. Arrive early to see the skilled illusionists create magic behind the bar while making your cocktail. strazcenter.org

OE BOOK FAIR

April 23, 6 – 9 p.m. at the Oxford Exchange. This is the 12th year of this event. This year features over 70 local authors from a variety of genres. Visit The Bookstore, The Shop, The Champagne Bar, and The Coffee Bar during your visit. The Oxford Exchange launched the Book Fair to provide an open platform for local authors to connect directly with the community. RSVP at oxfordexchange.com.

TASTE AT STRAZ CENTER

April 18, 7 p.m. at the Straz Center. For one all-inclusive price, you will sample bites from Tampa Bay’s top chefs, sip on creative cocktails, and taste local craft beer. Live entertainment will be on multiple stages. Proceeds help support arts education programs and community engagement initiatives. VIP experience available for an additional charge. strazcenter.org

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE

April 28, 7:30 p.m. at Benchmark International Arena. The “Everybody Scream Tour” features a setlist including a mix of new material from the October 2025 “Everybody Scream” album, including lead singles “Everybody Scream” and “One of the Greats,” plus classic favorites from the band’s catalog. The special guest for the evening is CMAT. benchmarkintlarena.com

PREMIER LEAGUE MORNINGS

April 18 & 19 at Armature Works. A two-day fan festival that recreates the matchday experience. The NBC Sports’ studio team of hosts with Rebecca Lowe and analysts Robbie Earle, Robbie Mustoe, and Tim Howard broadcast on USA Network and Peacock. The event is free to attend, but fans must have a ticket. Register under events at premierleague.com.

ALABAMA SHAKES

April 30, 7:15 p.m. at Ruth Eckerd Hall. After an 8-year touring break, they are back with their signature blend of southern rock, soul, blues, and roots music. Hear this Grammy Award-winning band perform live with special guest Lamont Landers. VIP experience available for additional charge. rutheckerdhall.com