13 Things to Do in Tampa This Week · May 14–17, 2026

Arts & Culture

Six The Musical

The hit Broadway musical Six brings the six wives of Henry VIII to the Straz Center's Carol Morsani Hall for multiple performances this weekend.

Friday, May 15, 2026 8:00 PM · Carol Morsani Hall - The Straz Center, Tampa

Tampa City Ballet Presents: Sleeping Beauty

Tampa City Ballet brings the classic fairy tale Sleeping Beauty to life with iconic music and enchanting choreography at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 4:00 PM · New Tampa Performing Arts Center, 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa

Music & Nightlife

Leotrix: Prediction Affliction Tour at The Ritz Ybor

EDM artist Leotrix brings the Prediction Affliction Tour to The Ritz Ybor for a high-energy night of electronic music.

Friday, May 15, 2026 · The Ritz Ybor, Tampa

Zach Rushing at Side Splitters

Comedian Zach Rushing performs multiple shows Thursday through Saturday at Tampa's award-winning Side Splitters Comedy Club.

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:00 PM · Side Splitters Comedy Club, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa

Radel Ortiz at Funny Bone

Comedian Radel Ortiz headlines multiple shows at the Funny Bone Comedy Club in Tampa this Friday and Saturday.

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:00 PM · Funny Bone Comedy Club - Tampa, 1600 E 8th Ave, Tampa

Pitbull at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre

Mr. 305 himself, Pitbull, performs live at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre at the Florida State Fairgrounds.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 8:00 PM · MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa

Saturday Ybor Comedy Show – BYOB!

A BYOB comedy show at The Gimmick in Ybor City featuring local and touring stand-up comedians.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 9:00 PM · The Gimmick, Tampa (Ybor City)

Date Night

Happy Hour Sunset Paddle at Armature Works

Join the Tampa Stand Up Paddlers Group for a happy hour sunset paddle launching from Armature Works — the perfect mix of exercise, water, and golden hour views.

Friday, May 15, 2026 6:00 PM · Armature Works, Tampa

Tampa City Ballet Presents: Sleeping Beauty (Evening Show)

An enchanting evening performance of Sleeping Beauty by Tampa City Ballet, set to iconic music at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center — a perfect date night out.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 7:30 PM · New Tampa Performing Arts Center, 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa

Outdoors & Active

Pilates & Lattes

An elevated morning sculpting Pilates class followed by B12 shots and a signature drink from a curated latte menu, plus an exclusive Embody Label mocha set included with your ticket.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 8:00 AM · 2718 N Florida Ave, Tampa

Carry The Load – Honor and Remember Our Fallen Heroes

Join Tampa Volunteers for a meaningful walk to honor and remember fallen military heroes ahead of Memorial Day.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 8:00 AM · Tampa, FL

Family-Friendly

Tampa City Ballet Presents: Sleeping Beauty (Sunday Matinee)

A Sunday afternoon performance of the timeless classic Sleeping Beauty brought to life by Tampa City Ballet — ideal for families with young children.

Sunday, May 17, 2026 4:00 PM · New Tampa Performing Arts Center, 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa

Free Events

Comic's Night Out – Open Mic

Side Splitters hosts its open mic night giving local comics a stage and audiences a chance to see fresh, unfiltered stand-up comedy.

Sunday, May 17, 2026 · Side Splitters Comedy Club, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa