9 Things to Do in Tampa This Week · July 16–19, 2026

Arts & Culture

American Idiot

Green Day's punk-rock musical comes to the Jaeb Theater at the Straz Center for a high-energy theatrical experience.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 7:30 PM · Jaeb Theater - The Straz Center, 1010 North Macinnes Place, Tampa

Next Generation Ballet: Summer Intensive Showcase

Next Generation Ballet's student dancers take the stage at Ferguson Hall for their Summer Intensive Showcase.

Friday, July 17, 2026 7:00 PM · Ferguson Hall - The Straz Center, 1010 North Macinnes Place, Tampa

Music & Nightlife

Greg Warren

Standup comedian Greg Warren headlines Side Splitters Comedy Club for a night of laughs in North Tampa.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 7:30 PM · Side Splitters Comedy Club, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa

Cat Power Presents: The Greatest Tour

Indie icon Cat Power brings her acclaimed Greatest Tour to The Ritz Ybor for an intimate and unforgettable evening.

Friday, July 17, 2026 · The Ritz Ybor, 1503 7th Ave, Tampa

Chico Bean

Wild 'N Out star and comedian Chico Bean headlines Funny Bone Comedy Club Tampa for two shows.

Friday, July 17, 2026 7:00 PM · Funny Bone Comedy Club, 1600 E 8th Ave, Tampa

Lionel Richie with Earth, Wind & Fire

Two legendary acts share the stage as Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire bring their iconic catalogs to Benchmark International Arena.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 7:30 PM · Benchmark International Arena, 401 Channelside Dr, Tampa

Date Night

Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel

A candlelit string ensemble tribute to Latin legend Juan Gabriel performed in the intimate setting of Centro Asturiano de Tampa.

Friday, July 17, 2026 6:15 PM · Centro Asturiano de Tampa, 1913 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa

Festivals & Special Events

Dayshift: The 30+ Daytime Party

A daytime party experience designed for the 30+ crowd with DJ sets and dancing at The Ritz Ybor — because the fun doesn't have to wait until midnight.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 5:00 PM · The Ritz Ybor, 1503 7th Ave, Tampa

Family-Friendly

New Tampa Players Presents: Annie

New Tampa Players stage the beloved classic musical Annie, following the spunky orphan's optimistic journey to find family.

Friday, July 24, 2026 8:00 PM · New Tampa Performing Arts Center, 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa