Tampa Top 10 - November 2025

SPOOKY NIGHT BLOW

Nov. 8, 7 p.m. at the Morean Glass Studio. Watch artists create something amazing during this glass-blowing event. Backlit by nothing more than a fiery hot kiln and molten glass, Night Blow mixes glassblowing with synchronized music choreographed by the evening’s DJ. Limited space, reserve in advance. moreanartscenter.org

CHARCUTERIE WORKSHOP

Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m. at Keel & Curley Winery. Follow along as you learn the tricks & techniques to create a beautiful board. From a salami river, provolone roses & fruit cutting techniques, you will create a delicious board to take home and enjoy. A free drink from Keel Farms is included. Register at keelfarms.com.

THE SOLDIER’S LENS

Throughout November at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts. This curated exhibition showcases the original perspectives of active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. The work shows the diverse experiences of military life, from quiet moments to the intense. fmopa.org

FLAVORS OF SPAIN DINNER

Nov. 18, 7 p.m. at The Dali. This 8-course tasting menu and drink pairing invites guests to experience the flavors and inspirations of Spanish cuisine. In partnership with chefs from around Tampa Bay, this is a multi-sensory experience crafted by Chef Chuck Bandel of Café Gala. Reserve in advance. thedali.org

SUNKEN GARDENS

Visit “St. Pete’s Oldest Living Museum.” This 100-year-old garden is a lush, tropical oasis home to more than 50,000 exotic tropical plants and birds from around the world, including its iconic flamingo flock. Open every day except Thanksgiving. sunkengardens.org

CHRISTMAS TOWN

Nov. 14 – Jan. 5 at Busch Gardens. The park will be decked out for the holidays! Indulge in holidayinspired culinary delights and meet festive characters like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and friends. The park is decorated with nearly 70 miles of lights making the park sparkle at night. buschgardens.com

SCIENCE AFTER DARK

Nov. 14, 6 p.m. at MOSI. This adults-only event includes hands-on science experiments throughout the museum, a curated selection of beer and wine samples, and a variety of delicious appetizers throughout the event. Treat yourself to liquid nitrogen ice cream, too. Reserve in advance at mosi.org.

YMCA TURKEY GOBBLE

Nov. 27. This family-friendly race starts and ends at Benchmark Int’l Arena. Choose either the 1-mile Fun Run, 5K run/walk, or a virtual 5k from anywhere. Proceeds from this race provide 100% of the funding for the Tampa YMCA’s Thrivers Club for youth who have undergone cancer treatment. runsignup.com

THE WIZARD OF OZ

Nov. 14 – 23 at the Straz. The Patel Conservatory Theater’s production of the beloved classic featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. This is the timeless story in which the young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz. strazcenter.org

ART ON THE SPECTRUM

Nov. 30, 9 – 11 a.m. at the Tampa Museum of Art. A special monthly event designed to welcome individuals with sensory sensitivities, developmental differences, and their caregivers. Explore the museum in a calm, low-crowd environment with sensory-friendly tools and supportive assistance available. tampamuseum.org