Whether it’s going to a beach, a sunset festival, an art museum, or a sponge factory, St. Petersburg has plenty of free and cheap things to do. Here are 10 family fun adventures you can enjoy in and nearby St. Petersburg, while on a budget. 1. Sunsets at Pier 60 Celebrate the sunset, 365 days […]
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Yuengling Brewery free tour
If you want to discover how the cool, crisp taste of Yuengling is brewed and bottled, take a free tour of the Yuengling brewery in Tampa. “America’s Oldest Brewery” uses modern technology to brew fine beer in a time-honored tradition. During the tour you’ll also visit the brewery’s new biergarten where you can sample the Yuengling heritage. Monday […]
Bayshore Linear Park Trail
Known as the World’s Longest Continuous Sidewalk, Bayshore Linear Park Trail in Tampa is 4.5 miles of scenic views. On this trial you can enjoy views of Tampa Bay and historic homes. The trail provides benches, a water fountain and fitness station. The trail is located at 312 Bayshore Blvd. and begins at Columbus Statue Park and […]
Visit Tampa Electric’s Manatee Viewing Center Free
The Manatee Viewing Center began when manatees started seeking refuge at Big Bend Power Station to keep warm during the winter. At Tampa Electic’s Manatee Viewing Center, you can learn about manatee’s and their habitat, walk a butterfly garden, see how Big Bend Power Station generates electricity for the community, climb the wildlife observation tower and more. […]
History Bike Tampa
On the first Saturday of the month, History Bike Tampa offers the only free history tour in Tampa. The tour isn’t only for tourists. Tampa residents can explore and gain knowledge of their city. You can bring your own bike or rent one from City Bike. The tours begin at 10 a.m., at Kahwa Coffee, […]
Free Admission to Spongeorama’s Sponge Factory Museum
Spongeorama’s Sponge Factory has the world largest selection of natural sea sponges. Learn the history of the sponge industry at Spongeorama’s world famous museum for free. The museum offers a free movie that will teach you what a sponge is and where they come from. The sponge factory is located at 510 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs, […]
Weekly Sunset Drum Circle
Whether you enjoy making music, dancing, or just listening, be a part of the Sunset Drum Circle, every Sunday, an hour before sunset till 10 p.m., on Treasure Island Beach. Hand drums, percussion instruments, violins, tubas, and all sacred instruments of the earth are welcomed. If you don’t have an instrument, a few extra drums are […]
Free weekly events for kids at The Dali Museum
The Dali Museum offers two free weekly events for children. Storytime for Families is held on Thursdays, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The event features selected books from The Dali Museum library and store. Every Saturday, from 11:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Dillydally with Dali is an event that allows children to discover the creative world of Dali through games, puzzles and […]
Free monthly event at Glazer Children’s Museum.
On the first Tuesday of each month, at Glazer Children’s Museum, The Children’s Board of Hillsborough County presents a Free Admission Tuesday program for children and adults. This family fun event is held between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and aligns with the Children’s Board’s mission to promote the well-being of children and families. The museum is located […]
