Get ready for a fun family weekend in Tampa on February 7th and 8th! Highlights include pirate adventures at Busch Gardens and the start of the Florida State Fair!
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Native Plant Walk at Lettuce Lake Park
Lettuce Lake Conservation Park
Explore local nature on a free guided tour this Saturday morning.
Sesame Street® Kids Weekends at Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens
Meet favorite Sesame Street characters in a fun, themed environment at the theme park.
Sesame Street® Kids Weekends at Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens
Perfect for preschoolers to meet Elmo and friends, included with park admission.
· February 7
4TUTUS AND TENNIS SHOES 5K RUN/WALK : Support a great cause by participating in this annual 5K run or walk! It’s a fun way to get active as a family before the weekend gets going.A structured family event with a fun, themed name that encourages morning activity.
KIDS WORKSHOPS AT HOME DEPOTFREE : Head to your local Home Depot for a fun DIY project the kids can complete! These workshops happen on the first Saturday of every month, so it's a great planned activity.One of the few free hands-on building activities available this specific Saturday.
NATIVE PLANT WALK AT LETTUCE LAKE PARKFREE : Take the family out for a refreshing guided tour to check out the native plants in the area. It’s a nice break from the city bustle!A fantastic free outdoor option to explore local Florida nature.
LEGO GASPARILLA PIRATE WORKSHOP (WEEKEND OF FEB 1) : Kids get to build cool stuff like LEGO robots and mosaics in this 3-hour workshop. This date is the 'LEGO Gasparilla Pirate Workshop' if it recurs weekly, otherwise it is a one-off themed one.A themed building workshop focused on LEGO, which appeals across the older end of the kid spectrum.
· February 8
4SESAME STREET® KIDS WEEKENDS AT BUSCH GARDENS : Your little ones can meet Elmo, Cookie Monster, and friends during this pirate-themed weekend event. It’s a special event on top of the regular park fun.It’s one of the few weekend-only special events tied to a major local attraction, perfect for younger children.
FLORIDA STATE FAIR : The fair is running this weekend! Get ready for rides, classic fair food, animal exhibits, and so much more fun for all ages.A massive, limited-run annual event offering endless entertainment for the whole family age range.
FAMILY FUN DAY AT PAINTING WITH A TWIST : Bring your budding artist for a guided painting session where they create their own masterpiece. It’s a great way to spend a cozy afternoon indoors.A specific family-focused class date in a popular creative activity center.
ANGRY LIZARD: AN EXPERIMENT BY DR. KRAMERFREE : This is a free, playful show about emotions and empathy featuring a 'mad scientist' and dinosaurs. It’s a unique theater experience for little ones.A free, limited-run performance specifically geared towards teaching emotional awareness to young audiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Tampa this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there are a few free options: Check out the Native Plant Walk at Lettuce Lake Park on Saturday morning, or the Kids Workshops at Home Depot on Saturday. Also, the Angry Lizard: An Experiment by Dr. Kramer performance on Sunday afternoon is free.
Are there any big annual events happening this weekend in Tampa?
Yes! The Florida State Fair is running all weekend (Saturday & Sunday) at the Florida State Fairgrounds with rides, food, and exhibits for everyone.
What can I do with my preschooler on Sunday?
You can catch the Sesame Street® Kids Weekends at Busch Gardens on Sunday to see favorite characters, or look into the Angry Lizard: An Experiment by Dr. Kramer show for a unique theatrical experience.
