8 Things to Do in Tampa This Week · September 3–6, 2026

Music & Nightlife

April Macie at Side Splitters Comedy Club

Stand-up comedian April Macie returns to Side Splitters for a multi-night run through the Labor Day weekend.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 8:00 PM · Side Splitters Comedy Club, Tampa

Reaper Boneyard Tour at The Ritz Ybor

The Reaper Boneyard Tour brings heavy electronic energy to The Ritz Ybor to kick off the Labor Day weekend.

Friday, September 4, 2026 · The Ritz Ybor, Tampa

Emo Night Brooklyn at The Orpheum

The beloved Emo Night Brooklyn touring event brings a night of 2000s anthems and nostalgic energy to Tampa's Orpheum.

Friday, September 4, 2026 8:00 PM · Orpheum - Tampa

The Strokes at Benchmark International Arena

Indie rock icons The Strokes bring their acclaimed live show to Tampa's Benchmark International Arena.

Friday, September 11, 2026 7:00 PM · Benchmark International Arena, Tampa

Sports

Tampa Tarpons vs. Dunedin Blue Jays

AAA Minor League Baseball action at George M. Steinbrenner Field as the Tampa Tarpons host the Dunedin Blue Jays.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 6:30 PM · George M. Steinbrenner Field, Tampa

Festivals & Special Events

Arts Fest '26 at New Tampa Performing Arts Center

A free three-day celebration of the 2026-27 season featuring performances in music, theatre, dance, comedy, and more by Tampa Bay area artists.

Friday, September 11, 2026 5:30 PM · New Tampa Performing Arts Center, 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa

Family-Friendly

ZooTampa Kids Fun Run

Tampa's only kid-exclusive race, the 4th annual ZooTampa Kids Fun Run presented by Muma Children's Hospital at TGH, returns for young wildlife lovers and running enthusiasts.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 · ZooTampa at Lowry Park, Tampa

Date Night

Sam Feldt at The Ritz Theater - Ybor City

Dutch DJ and producer Sam Feldt brings his melodic house sound to The Ritz Theater in Ybor City for a Saturday night set.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 10:00 PM · The Ritz Theater - Ybor City, Tampa