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Gulfport’s Gecko Ball, a cupcake contest at The Morean Center for Clay, and free Italian Classes are back in Gulfport; Here’s your weekly list of things to do Aug. 27-Sept. 3 in Pinellas.
Now Through September
Florida on My Mind at Bayboro Brewing Step into Kostar Kustom’s “beautifully weird” Florida with a solo exhibition featuring vibrant, Florida-inspired artwork and original illustrations from Where the Florida Things Live. Bayboro Brewing, 2390 Fifth Ave. S., St. Petersburg. Exhibit runs through Sept. 27. facebook.com/artbyjamese, 727-767-9666.
Thursday, Aug. 27
Gallery Readiness: Workshop for Artists Learn what galleries, curators, and collectors look for when considering artists for exhibitions, representation, and collections. Led by Browne Art founder and chief curator Jovian Browne, the workshop covers stronger submissions, professional gallery outreach, collector expectations, and practical next steps for artists. Imagine Museum Theatre, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 6-7:30 p.m. eventbrite.com, 727-300-1700.
Rainwater Harvesting Town Hall Learn practical ways to manage rainwater, reduce flooding, protect local waterways, and conserve water at this Gulfport Town Hall with Mayor Karen Love. Environmental scientist and certified rainwater harvesting practitioner Diane Willis will share tips tailored to Florida’s climate. 49th Street Neighborhood Center, 1617 49th St. S., Gulfport. 6-7:30 p.m. mygulfport.us, 727-893-1070.
Friday, Aug. 28
Coffee With Neighbors Start your Friday with coffee and conversation at Indian Rocks Beach’s Coffee With Neighbors. Meet fellow community members and catch up on what’s happening around town. Civic Auditorium, 1507 Bay Palm Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach. 8:30-9:30 a.m. indian-rocks-beach.com, 727-595-2517.
Charity Drag Bingo Girl… Get your bingo cards ready for Allendale’s Monthly Charity Drag Bingo. Play 10 games for $10, with proceeds benefiting Allendale’s Community Outreach programs that support people experiencing homelessness and food insecurity. Food from Bellie’s Food Truck is available for preorder. Allendale United Methodist Church, 3803 Haines Road N., St. Petersburg. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; show starts at 6:30 p.m. $10. allendaleumc.org, 727-527-6694.
Mystery Science Theater Tribute Show Bad movies meet good comedy at Spitfire Comedy House. The cast improvises a B-movie based on audience suggestions. This is for ages 16 and up. Spitfire Comedy House, 1920 1st Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 9-10 p.m. $17.40. spitfirecomedy.com, 727-329-6290.
Saturday, Aug. 29
Secondhand Market Give old stuff a new life at the St. Pete Youth Farm’s final Secondhand Market of the season. Browse secondhand finds, uncover new treasures, and help keep reusable items out of the waste stream. St. Pete Youth Farm, 1664 12th St. S., St. Petersburg. 9-11 a.m. stpeteyouthfarm.org, 727-565-3930.
Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest Got a sweet tooth? Help crown St. Pete’s most artistic cupcake at the 15th Annual Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest. Grab a box of 12 mini cupcakes from youth, novice, professional, and specialty bakers, then vote for your favorite for the People’s Choice Award. Boxes historically sell out, so advance reservations are strongly encouraged. Morean Center for Clay, 420 22nd St. S., St. Petersburg. 12-3 p.m. $25; $20 for Morean members. moreanartscenter.org, 727-821-7162.
Gecko Ball 2026 It’s time! Gulfport’s annual Gecko Ball returns with live music, dancing, costumes, auctions, food trucks, and plenty of Gulfport chaos. This time, the theme is the Gecko Music Awards. Dress as your favorite rock star, pop icon, music legend, or red-carpet celebrity for the costume contest, and stick around for the crowning of the Gecko Queen. Each attendee also receives a complimentary Gecko Music Awards T-shirt featuring artwork by local artist Daniel Cruz. Stetson University, 1401 61st St. S., Gulfport. 6-10 p.m. $40; reserved tables of 10 are $450. visitgulfportflorida.com, 727-222-3252.
Joe Marcinek Band at The Blueberry Patch Catch the Joe Marcinek Band for a night blending Chicago blues, New Orleans funk, Grateful Dead psychedelia, and jazz fusion. The opener is risKay. Plus, catch live painting and veggie burgers. BYOB. Ages 18 and up. The Blueberry Patch, 4923 20th Ave. S., Gulfport. 7:30-11. $20 in advance; $25 at the door. blueberrypatch.org, 727-914-0226.
Backtrack Blues Band Catch an evening of original blues with the Backtrack Blues Band, featuring guitar from Kid Royal, blues harp from Sonny Charles, soulful vocals, and a tight rhythm section. This Tampa Bay group has toured with legends including B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Robert Cray, and Gregg Allman. Catherine A. Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. 8-10:30 p.m. $30. eventbrite.com, 727-893-1070.
Sunday, Aug. 30
Save Our Streets St. Pete Save Our Streets to coming to St. Pete with an afternoon of free resources for teens, young adults, and families. Stop by for free haircuts, health checkups and medical testing, food distribution, clothing, gun-safety education, and community support services. E2K Vintage, 2655 6th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 12-3 p.m. instagram.com/e2kvintage.
Charity Bath Day Stinky dog? Dog Bar has you covered. Volunteers from Women’s Krewe Rugby will wash pups while you hang out; ear cleaning and towel drying are included. Nail trims are available for an extra $5, and proceeds benefit this month’s charity partner. First come, first bathed. Dog Bar St. Pete, 2300 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 1-5 p.m. $10 for small dogs; $15 for medium, $20 for large. facebook.com/dogbarstpete, 727-317-4968.
*Sponsored Event* Zil Finger Cymbal Workshop & Persian Mini-Market Learn the art of finger cymbals with dancer and instructor Yasmina Mahal at this all-levels workshop. Afterward, browse a mini-market featuring new and gently used costumes, jewelry, and other dance finds. Paramount Ballroom, 4615 Gulf Blvd., Suite 204, St. Pete Beach. 2-4 p.m. $45. Space is limited. Register at alexandra.treiber@yahoo.com, 727-642-7899.
Plant-Based Community Potluck Looking for your plant-based community? Bring a homemade plant-based dish to share and meet neighbors while learning about whole-food, plant-based nutrition. The first gathering includes an introduction to plant-based diets, their health benefits, and a tea bar. St. Luke’s Methodist Church, 4444 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 5:30-7:30 p.m. RSVP at tinyurl.com/5n926mve.
Wednesday, Sept. 2
Dalí’s Coffee with a Curator Explore tarot’s journey from a 15th-century card game to a cultural phenomenon that inspired artists and thinkers like Salvador Dalí, W.B. Yeats, and Carl Jung. Tarot professional and author Christiana Gaudet leads the talk. The Dalí Museum’s Will Raymund Theater, 1 Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free; registration required. Gallery admission is not included. thedali.org, 727-823-3767.
Chicago Give ’em the old razzle dazzle at The Beach Theatre with a screening of Chicago. Follow murderesses Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly as they chase headlines in 1920s Chicago. The Beach Theatre, 315 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach. 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. $15. thebeachtheatre.org, 727-340-2866.
The Original Bandingo at Twisted Tiki Play music bingo while supporting Friends of Strays at Twisted Tiki. Bring a bag of dog food, cat food, or clay cat litter to get two free dabs on your Bandingo card, plus stick around for a chance drawing and 50/50 raffle. Twisted Tiki, 340 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach. 7-9 p.m. friendsofstrays.org, 727-914-8881.
Thursday, Sept. 3
Free Italian Language Classes Ready to finally learn Italian (or brush up beyond “ciao” and “espresso”)? The Italian American Society of St. Petersburg is offering free Italian language classes for all ages, with beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels available. Classes meet weekly and welcome students of all experience levels. Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. iasosp.org, info@iasosp.org.
Singles Flamingles Single and ready to flamingle? Head to the St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club for a casual singles tournament featuring shuffleboard. St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club, 559 Mirror Lake Dr. N., St. Petersburg. 7-10 p.m. $5. stpeteshuffle.com, 727-822-2083.
