Things to do around Pinellas: July 25-31 (2024)

Our Top 3

Clearwater Threshers vs. Jupiter Hammerheads

6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 30; noon Wednesday, July 31. BayCare Ballpark.601 N. Old Coachman Road, Clearwater. Head to the ballpark for minor league baseball action. www.milb.com/clearwater

Buzz, Crawl, Flutter: Diving into the World of Bugs

1-2 p.m. Thursday, July 25. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs. Join the UF Entomology and Nematology department for a dive into the fascinating world of bugs. Learn about metamorphosis, pollination, insect adaptations, and plenty of insect fun facts. This hands-on program will feature live bugs and time for a Q&A. Registration is required.

Charleston Battery at Tampa Bay Rowdies

7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 27. Al Lang Stadium, 72 First Ave. SE., St. Petersburg. Check out some USL soccer as the Rowdies take on the Battery. Tickets start at $20. www.rowdiessoccer.com/

THURSDAY

Annual Hose Down

11 a.m. Thursday, July 25. Palm Field across from the Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Join the Palm Harbor Fire Rescue team and the library staff for the annual hose down at Palm Field across from the library. Wear your swimsuits and water shoes, and bring a towel for a wet and wild morning. Come early at 10 a.m. for a life jacket giveaway while supplies last.

Dunedin Blue Jays vs. Fort Myers Mighty Mussels

6:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, July 25-27; noon Sunday, July 28. TD Ballpark, 373 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Head to the ballpark for minor league baseball action. www.milb.com/dunedin

FRIDAY

GriefShare Session

10 a.m.-noon. July 26. Cornerstone Community Church, 6745 38th Ave. N., St Petersburg. Sessions held every Friday through July 26. GriefShare is for anyone who has lost a loved one to help them through their grief. Workbooks are $20 and scholarships are available. Register online at GriefShare.org but it is not required. Call Virginia McNivens, 727-502-7031 or email vmcnivens@tampabay.rr.com.

Summer Sizzler — Summer Carnival

Noon-3 p.m. Friday, July 26. Safety Harbor City Park, 940 Seventh St. S., Safety Harbor. Nothing says summer, like a good old-fashioned carnival. Enjoy games, inflatables, and prizes. Games and inflatables start at 50 cents per ticket.

Friday Movie Matinee

1 p.m. Friday, July 26. Seminole Community Library, 9200 113th St. N., Seminole. Enjoy a free movie every Friday. Popcorn and soda are provided by the Friends of the Library. Donations appreciated. The featured film will be “Goldfinger.”

Final Friday — John’s Pass Village

6-9 p.m. July 26. John's Pass Bell Tower, John’s Pass Village, Madeira Beach. Head to John's Pass the final Friday of the month for live music, food and drink specials, and more. FinalFridayJohnsPass.com

Sunset FootGolf League

6-8 p.m. Friday July 26. Largo Golf Course, 12500 Vonn Road, Largo. Lace up your sneakers and join the fun with this new FootGolf league. $12 per person for nine holes or $14 per person for 18 holes.

SATURDAY

Farmers & Flea Market

7 a.m.-2 p.m. July 27-28. 13600 Icot Blvd., Clearwater. The weekly market features locally grown vegetables and tropical fruits, arts and crafts, antique collections, and household products. pinellas-farmers-and-flea-market.ueniweb.com

Dunedin Downtown Market

9 a.m.-1 p.m. July 27. John R. Lawrence Pioneer Park, 420 Main St. Each Friday and Saturday, shoppers can pick up fresh produce and a wide choice of gourmet items.

St. Pete Saturday Morning Market

9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, July 27. 350 Second Ave. N., St. Petersburg. The weekly market features farm-fresh produce, artisanal food products and a wide range of arts and crafts.

Household Chemical Collection

9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, July 27. Behind the Pinellas County Government Center, 29582 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Customers must stay in their vehicle. Items must be placed in the trunk, truck bed or trailer to allow staff safe access. Government-issued ID will be required and scanned to verify residency. This service is provided by Pinellas County Solid Waste Household Hazardous Waste program.

Christmas in July Craft and Gift Show

9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, July 27. Seminole Recreation Center, 9100 113th St., Seminole. Spend a fun day shopping with local vendors at the event presented by the GFWC Pinellas Seminole Woman’s Club. Free parking and admittance.

Summer Splash at DK Farms and Gardens

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, July 27-28. DK Farms and Gardens, 1750 Lake Ave. SE, Largo. Come cool off at the farm plus check out all its animals. It will have water bounce houses up for the kids and hay rides included with admission. There will also be pony rides, mini golf, a bar, gem mining, and much more. $13. www.dkfarmsandgardens.com/summer

Summer Wrap-Up Magic Show

11 a.m. Saturday, July 27. Seminole Community Library, 9200 113th St. N., Seminole. Join the library for a fun comedy magic show with Cesar Domico.

Suncoast Genealogy Society meeting

1:30-4 p.m. Saturday, July 27. Palm Harbor Library,2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor.Have you encountered a brick wall while building your family tree? Learn how to break through that wall from experienced genealogists. This event will not be offered online but is free and open to the interested public. Visit www.sgsfl.com or email info@sgsfl.com.

The Largo Evening Market

5-9 p.m. Saturday, July 27. Ulmer Park, 301 W. Bay Drive, Largo. On the fourth Saturday of each month, wander through different tents adorned with artisanal goods, from handmade jewelry to organic produce, all while enjoying local musicians. There will be food trucks onsite for purchase.

SUNDAY

Market on Main

10 a.m. Sunday, July 28. Gazebo at John Wilson Park, 401 Main St., Safety Harbor. Join friends in the community for open-air shopping each Sunday.

Sunday Market in the Park

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, July 28. England Brothers Park, 5084 81st Ave. N., Pinellas Park. Weekly year-round market hosts up to 80 vendors, including fresh produce, baked goods, clothing, jewelry, art, home décor, gifts and souvenirs. Food trucks and vendors on site.

Bird Show

11 a.m.-noon Sunday, July 28. George C. McGough Park, 11901 146th St. N., Largo. Get up close with native Florida raptors and see training sessions live. Meet the park’s feathered friends and learn about the birds of the prey program. Held each Sunday and Tuesday, weather permitting.

MONDAY

24th Annual Children's Health and Safety Fair

9 a.m.-noon Monday, July 29. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 455 Missouri Ave., Largo. Free backpacks and school supplies, books for all ages, school physicals (not sports related), prepackaged groceries for families, community providers such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, and Hope Villages (formerly RCS Food Bank). Free raffles and other giveaways while supplies last. Visitors are encouraged to park at Largo High School. Visit poplargo.org or call 727-585-9969.

TUESDAY

Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market

9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 30. Gulfport's Waterfront District, Beach Boulevard below 29th Avenue South. Find fresh fruits and vegetables, and local art and home goods. Local vendors line the street.

WEDNESDAY

Shadow puppetry workshop

9 a.m.-noon July 31-Aug. 2. Suncoast Community Church, 12855 110th Ave., Largo. Learn the Chinese art of shadow puppetry. Bobby and Ying Phillips, from Douliu City, Taiwan, are the teachers for this three-day class. Participants will design puppets, help create a puppet script, and put on a show for family and friends. The class is geared toward ages 8 through adult. It is free, but registration is required by sending your name, age (or "adult"), and phone number to suncoastchurchoffice@gmail.com or calling 727-595-1739.

LOOKING AHEAD

Coffee with the Critters

10-11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1. George C. McGough Park, 11901 146th St. N., Largo. Learn all about the park’s monthly events and classes. Free.

Fin Fest: A Buffet Celebration featuring Bluffett and “Jaws”

6-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1. The BayCare Sound at Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater. This free family-friendly event will be paradise for all Jimmy Buffett fans. In addition to a performance by Jimmy Buffett tribute band Bluffett and screening of “Jaws,” there will be games, food trucks, specialty co*cktails and refreshments, plus an assortment of prizes to win. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in their best Parrot Head attire or their favorite “Jaws” character.

Back to School Open House & Expo

6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, MLK Jr. Recreation Center, 550 Laura Lane, Dunedin. Bring the whole family to get prepared for the school year. Visit with local exhibitors providing information about before and after school activities, health and wellness, safety and more. Kids will enjoy hands-on activities, face painting, and games. The first 200 school-age children will receive a free backpack and school supplies. Presented by Dunedin Parks & Recreation.

Sunset Beach Concert Series

7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1. Sunset Beach, Tarpon Springs. The Sunset Beach Concert Series, presented by the city of Tarpon Springs and AdventHealth North Pinellas, features shows on the first Thursday of the month through November. In the event of inclement weather and the concert is canceled before the start time, the concert will be held the following Thursday. Concessions are available for purchase. Alcohol and pets are prohibited. Parking is limited onsite, so a free courtesy shuttle will deliver concertgoers to and from the beach and Tarpon Springs High School.

The band lineup includes:

Aug. 1 — Big Picture

Sept. 5 — 60 West

Oct. 3 — The Flipside Band

Nov. 7 — Code Monkey

North Pinellas County Retired Educators

11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 2. Capogna's Dugout,1653 Gulf to Bay Blvd.,Clearwater. Retired teachers and other educational personnel are invited to the first North Pinellas County Retired Educators event for the new year, the “Not Back to Work Lunch.” A "special pasta" lunch will be available to order along with menu items. Attendees are asked to bring school supplies to donate to the Pinellas Education Foundation’s Stuff the Bus project. npcrea@gmail.com.

Belleair Women’s Republican Club Meeting

11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 2. Belleair Country Club, One Country Club Lane. Social time begins at 11:30 a.m., with luncheon and program at noon. Guest speakers will be a judges panel featuring candidates for the Judicial 6th Circuit Court. This post is for informational purposes only. This is not an endorsem*nt of any candidates. Reservations are required. To reserve a seat, mail a check for $37 for the meal, to arrive by July 24, to: BWRC, P.O. Box 1117, 850 E. Lime St., Tarpon Springs, FL 34688. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated.

First Friday Art Walk

5-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2. Beach Boulevard South, Gulfport. First Friday Art Walk is a juried event that welcomes emerging and professional artists in all media to engage the arts-loving community.

Ninth Annual Gecko Art Show

6-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2. Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. Wander through vibrant galleries and artist booths and connect with fellow art enthusiasts.

First Friday Seminole

7-9:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2. In front of Studio Movie Grill, Seminole City Center, 11201 Park Blvd. N., Seminole. The featured band will be Big Brother. The event also features a raffle with more than $1,000 in prizes. Each Ticket is $5 and all of the proceeds benefit children in foster care in Pinellas County and other Rotary charities; Irish 31 iCare Foundation, and Cheers to Public Service Initiative. Bring chairs. No coolers or outside food or beverage allowed.

Asian Street and Music Festival

4-11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2; 2-11 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 3-4. England Brothers Park, 5010 81st Ave. N., Pinellas Park. Bring your friends and family for a weekend of fun, Asian street food and fantastic vibes. The festival will feature more than 75 food vendors, live performances by local Asian singers, lion dance, a bounce house, face painting, eating contests (Banh Mi & Pho), stilt walkers, fire show, and Vietnamese pageant. $10 per adult. Kids enter free. www.facebook.com/events/746381107453686