On View: June 18 – August 2, 2026 The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA) is proud to present the 2026 International Photography Competition exhibition, on view June 18 through August 2, 2026 at its Ybor City galleries. Now in its latest edition, the International Photography Competition (IPC) continues to serve as a global platform…
Tampa Museum of Art: Through August 23, 2026 For the past six decades, Jun Kaneko has defied what is possible with clay. Admired across the globe for his creative achievements, Kaneko is described as a pioneer—a trailblazing artist who continues to experiment in a range of media. His story begins in Nagoya, Japan, where Kaneko’s…
Four-day, indoor fair will feature 300 artists from around the world. Tampa is set to welcome a significant addition to the global arts calendar this fall with the inaugural Art Fair Tampa, taking place October 15–18, 2026 at the Tampa Convention Center. The four-day celebration of contemporary art, cultural exchange, and immersive creative experiences will…
The 6th Annual Voices of Women Theatre Festival March 5-9, 2026 will see the return of one of Tampa Bay’s most influential women’s storytelling events—Powerstories’ 6th Annual Voices of Women Theatre Festival, now hosted at the HCC Black Box Theatre in Ybor City. What started as a pandemic-era lifeline has evolved into an enduring celebration…
Save the DatesFebruary 28–March 1, 2026Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, Tampa, Florida Admission: FREE (VIP Tickets Available for Purchase) When the Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts (GFA) returns to Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park on February 28–March 1, 2026, it will once again transform downtown Tampa into an open-air museum filled with color, creativity, and…
Lolo Mayhew—also known as Lauren Mayhew—is an American singer, DJ, actress, and content creator celebrated for her multifaceted talents across music and entertainment. She’s a dynamic presence in live entertainment. In the vibrant world of music and entertainment, few artists embody versatility and passion as vividly as Lauren “Lolo” Mayhew. A Tampa native turned international…
Damon Fowler is an American electric blues and blues rock singer, guitarist, and songwriter. Damon Fowler doesn’t walk onstage so much as he ambles, loose-shouldered and unhurried, like a guy who’s been carrying a guitar longer than he’s been carrying rent money. But the second his slide hits steel, the whole room leans in. Fowler’s…
A Reimagined Home for Handmade Art Founded by Carmen Smith Barkett, ArtsiPhartsi originally opened in 1991 and became a vibrant destination for fine, fun, and funky handcrafted art. After closing in 2007 to focus on family and community service, it triumphantly reopened in 2023 in a beautifully renovated 102-year-old bungalow at 4002 S MacDill Ave…
On August 26 at Ruth Eckerd Hall, acclaimed medium Tyler Henry will be bringing together a packed house for his celebrated show, An Evening of Hope and Healing. Known for his empathetic approach and uncanny ability to connect audiences with messages from the other side, Henry’s live event proves to be more than just a series…
The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA) is celebrating World Photography Day with a full week of events, programs and promotions designed to engage the public and honor the power of photography. From August 19–24, 2025, visitors are invited to take part in daily activities at FMoPA that make photography accessible, educational, and fun for all ages….