St. Petersburg Real Estate The Sunshine City!
St. Petersburg is a city located in Pinellas County with a population of about 260,000. It is the second-largest city in the Tampa Bay Area, after Tampa.
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, St. Petersburg has logged the most consecutive days of sunshine (768 days!) With an average of some 361 days St. Petersburg is nicknamed, “The Sunshine City”.
ONGOING EVENTS
FIRST FRIDAY – GET DOWNTOWN
Join the fun at St Petersburg’s dancing-in-the-street block party featuring great music, food & drink vendors and restaurants! First Friday of the month. Free. Central Ave between 2nd & 3rd St. 5:30-10pm. www.FirstFridayStPete.com
ST PETE SHUFFLE
Every Friday come out and enjoy a hip twist to an old game under the stars. On the First Friday of the month – enjoy live music from a local artist. St Petersburg Shuffleboard Club. 7-11pm. 727-822-2083
www.StPeteShuffle.com
FOOD TRUCKS AROUND DOWNTOWN
Each Third Friday, pick up dinner to take home or enjoy the sunset at Spa Beach Park. Food market booths too! Selling items like beef jerky, olive oils, bbq sauces. Pier Approach. 6-9pm. 727-667-7001
SATURDAY MORNING MARKET
Every Saturday in Oct-May, live music fills the air at this fantastic outdoor market. With local produce, an eclectic array of food-trucks and eateries, and tons of arts and crafts. And don’t forget about Story Time for the kids every other Saturday. Al Lang Field parking lot. 9am-2pm. www.SaturdayMorningMarket.com
SECOND SATURDAY ART WALK
On the Second Saturday of each month, studios and galleries all over St Pete swing open their doors in a fun and free evening of activities. 5-8:30pm. www.StPeteArtsAlliance.org/Artwalk
WALKING MURAL TOUR AT FLORIDA CRAFTART
Get the behind the scenes scoop on some of your favorite pieces of street art in the ‘Burg. Saturday mornings from 10-11:30am (except on Second Saturdays tours are 4-5:30pm). Florida CraftArt. www.FloridaCraftArt.org
DALÍ & BEYOND FILM SERIES
Every Saturday enjoy films focused on, by, or related to Salvador Dalí, Surrealism and art in general. Dalí Museum. 1pm. 727-823-3767 www.TheDalí.org
SATURDAYS @ THE MOREAN
Every Saturday participate in free art experiences specially geared for families with children ages 5-10! Morean Arts Center. 10am-5pm. 727-822-7872 www.MoreanArtsCenter.org
ST PETE INDIE MARKET
The first Saturday of every month, a seasonal showcase of local artists, indie designers, horticulturists, eclectic crafters and non-profit groups take over the sidewalks of Central Ave in the 600 Block. 12-6pm. www.StPeteIndieMarket.com
DRUMMING @ THE MFA
On the Second & Fourth Saturday each month, explore the many cultures represented in the Museum collection by experiencing them to a rhythmic beat. Feel your musical and artistic momentum grow while you drum out rhythms and use other percussion instruments to bring art alive. Museum of Fine Arts. 10:30-11:30am. 727-896-2667
www.Fine-Arts.org
TAKE 5 WITH THE DIRECTOR
Each Second Saturday of the month Director Kent Lydecker brings expansive knowledge of art, history, and culture to his exploration of five favorite works in the collection. Museum of Fine Arts. Noon-1pm.
727-896-2667 www.Fine-Arts.org
YOGA + DALÍ
Dalí’s artful energy infuses the physical, mental, and spiritual inspiration that is yoga. Beginners and experienced yogis welcome. The Dalí Museum. Every Sunday from Noon-1:30pm. 727-823-3767 www.TheDalí.org
DEUCES LIVE SATURDAY MARKET
A market featuring live entertainment and a unique array of vendors offering home baked goods, fresh produce, fruit, flowers, plants, seafood and meats, arts and fine crafts, gifts, baskets, and more. Rain or shine every Sunday. 22nd St S & 9th Ave. 1-5pm. 727-433-8237
JAZZ JAM – AL DOWNING JAZZ
Every first Monday get your jazz hands ready! Jazz Jam is hosted by Dwayne White, trumpeter and a rhythm section is provided for all musicians (including vocalists) who wish to participate. The Hanger Restaurant. 8-10pm. www.AlDowningJazz.com
PADDLE BOARD SOCIAL
Join us each Tuesday and enjoy paddling into a full sun and a setting sun. A great time to get to know future paddling buddies, introduce new paddlers to the sport, or just have a healthy night out with friends.
North Shore Park Beach. 6pm. 727-510-1921
UNCHARTED RANDOM ACTS OF CULTURE
Enjoy the Museum galleries every Thursday for “5 after 5!” The galleries are open until 8pm, and admission is only $5 after 5pm. Come gather with fellow movers, makers and forward thinkers to get an offbeat art fix or to pick up a creative craft. Museum of Fine Arts. 10:30-11:30am. 727-896-2667 www.Fine-Arts.org
SECOND THURSDAY ON THE PLAZA
Spend one glorious evening each month under the stars, with beautiful Tampa Bay as your backdrop. Free monthly concerts on the scenic plaza that links The Mahaffey with the Dalí Museum. 6:30pm.
727-892-5798 www.TheMahaffey.com
OUR TOWN: CONVERSATIONS WITH ST PETE MYTHMAKERS
On the last Thrusday monthly, Dr. Carol Mickett, philosopher and artist, will converse with local heroes about their visions, accomplishments, and contributions to shaping the identity of our town. The Dalí Museum. 6:30-7:45pm. 727-823-3767 www.TheDalí.org
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