There are a host of great events happening in South Tampa as well as other parts of the city during the 2018 summer months. Tampa is a city that comes alive even after the snowbirds have gone north. There is much to do here, including baseball, history and culture, and art.

Enjoy Nearby Baseball

Take the bridge to nearby St. Petersburg for a game at Tropicana Field, where the Tampa Bay Rays play major league baseball. Watch them play the Yankees, Marlins, Astros and more this summer season.

Explore the historic waterfront with beautiful views of downtown from this park with its pier, playground, cafe and picnic areas. Located in the south of the city, Hillsborough Bay is the setting for family fun.

Picnic Island Kayak Launch

Another gem in the south of Tampa, Picnic Island has a place to launch your kayak as well as a playground for the kids, pier for fishing, picnic shelter and grills. It is set on Old Tampa Bay and looks out towards Weedon Island Preserve, a kayaking destination.

Tampa Museum of Art

Located close to the south of the city, travel there on foot along the Riverwalk or by Water Taxi. Until July 22nd, enjoy an exhibit about America’s favorite pastime, baseball, with portraits by George Sosnak. Inspired by Nature: Vases, Birds, & Flowers is another exhibit you will enjoy; artwork from the museum’s permanent collection shows how art borrowed from nature produces works, both two and three dimensional, that evokes the vitality of the natural world. Through September 30th, Vapor and Vibration presents the innovative work of Larry Bell and Jesús Rafael Soto. Learn more at the museum website.

Explore Tampa History

Also close to the south of the city, near downtown, The Tampa Bay History Center provides family fun with interactive exhibits, films, maps and special events. Enjoy Walk Tampa, The Ybor City Story, where you can tour this historic district on July 14th. July 28th is the day of the Tampa History Bus Tour. This is the time to learn more about the exciting history of the downtown and south areas of Tampa.

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If you are thinking of moving or building a home in the historic Tampa South area, choose Alair Homes South Tampa to begin your dream. We can help you bring your vision to life in a cost effective and transparent more. This leaves you more to time to enjoy enjoy all the wonderful cultural and sporting events that this city offers. Call us to learn more or schedule your complimentary, no obligation consultation.