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Published August 05MOSI launches dino minigolf ahead of wild T. rex exhibition coming to Tampa
Tampa is about to enter its Jurassic Era. Well, technically, Cretaceous. The Museum of Science & Innovation (MOSI) announced that it will be bringing one of the world’s wildest dinosaur […]
Osprey Observer
Published August 04Sparkman Wharf Hosts 813 Day Celebration With Specials, Activations And A Fundraiser Benefiting The Florida Aquarium
Sparkman Wharf and The Florida Aquarium are honoring all things ‘813’ as the City of Tampa gets ready for the community-favorite holiday, 813 Day. This year, Sparkman Wharf and The Florida Aquarium are once again celebrating the special day with discounted admission, exclusive…
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Published August 04Scream-A-Geddon, one of America’s best horror parks, reopens in August with $2.5M renovation
Scream-A-Geddon in Dade City offers 60 acres of scares. This horror lover’s destination officially opens Saturday, August 29, and runs through November 1 on select nights, making it one of […]
I Love the Burg
Published August 04Florida Fin Fest is coming to St. Pete for a two-day ocean conservation and music festival in November
Florida has a complicated relationship with the ocean, so when a festival comes along and says, “What if we actually cared about the ocean AND had live music?”, you kind […]
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Published August 04Cow Creek Farm’s super popular fluffy Highland cow tour reservations launch this weekend
Cow Creek Farm (6802 Five Acre Rd, Plant City) has announced the return of its popular Fluffy Highland Cow Tours this fall. Known for their quick sellouts, reservations for the […]
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Published August 04Snowcat Ridge, Scream-A-Geddon team to open new 50-acre holiday experience this November
The same company that brings the region thrills of all varieties every year is adding some magic to the rotation in 2026. Point Summit, the same team behind Snowcat Ridge […]
Osprey Observer
Published August 03‘11 Days’ Brings Operation Pineapple Express To Tampa Stage
By David L. Miller Promises matter. For the men and women of the United States Special Forces, a promise made to a trusted ally is more than words. It is a sacred commitment. Few events in recent American military history tested that commitment more severely than the chaotic…
I Love the Burg
Published August 03Eight Indoor play spaces for young kids in St. Pete-Clearwater
If you’re parenting a toddler or preschooler in the St. Pete or Clearwater area, consider this your rainy day (or it’s-way-too-hot-outside day) cheat sheet. From imaginative play spaces to indoor […]
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Published August 0319 Water Street spots offering discounts for teachers all week
Summer is nearly over, hard as it is to believe, but there’s one treat left for teachers before classrooms fill back up. Water Street Tampa and Sparkman Wharf are going […]
Osprey Observer
Published July 31School Of Rock Opens New Location In Valrico
By Abigail Dumas This summer, the music learning institution School of Rock is set to open a brand-new location in Valrico. Located at 3244 Lithia Pinecrest Rd., the grand opening will take place on Thursday, August 6, starting at 1 p.m. The event will include a ribbon cutting,…
Osprey Observer
Published July 31Parade Of Lights Participants Will Benefit Two Local Nonprofits
The Brandon Parade of Lights is set to return on Saturday, December 12, inviting families, businesses, schools, nonprofits, churches and community organizations to come together for an evening of holiday tradition with a purpose. Stepping off at 5:30 p.m., the illuminated parade…
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Published July 31Tampa Bay weekend guide: Live music, Rays baseball, MetroCon & more
Looking for something to do around Tampa Bay this weekend? Whether you’re cheering on the Rays, catching legendary live music, diving into anime culture, or exploring comedy, conventions, and nightlife, there’s something happening across the area for every interest. Here’s your…