Thursday, July 16
Park Hop at Dunedin Sprayground
Join us as we hop over to another park! We’ll have plenty of activities to keep your kiddos of all ages entertained! Fun snacks provided by GoGo squeeZ and Litl’ Squirts!
Time: 10:00 am-12:00 noon
Cost: Free
Location: Dunedin Sprayground, 1937 Ed Eckert Dr, Dunedin, Florida 34698
Friday, July 17
Sunset Cinema at Pier 60
Bring blankets or low lawn chairs to watch free movies on a jumbo sized screen. No alcohol. Shows start around dusk. Movie: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (PG)
Time: Live music starts at 5:30, sunset is 7:50
Cost: Free
Location: 10 Pier 60 Drive, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
MOMs Friday Night Market on Main
Details: M.O.M’s Friday Night Market was created to enhance the downtown New Port Richey community and to add shopping and entertainment options on Friday evenings. The majority of the vendor fee proceeds will be donated to Pasco Pet Fest, and Guardian ad Litem Foundation. The Market is held weekly on Friday, from 5 to 9 p.m., 12 months out of the year.
Time: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: 5546 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL 34652
Explore the stars without trekking far from home, for a price that’s out of this world: Free. The planetarium offers two free public shows on Friday nights at 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. when the college is in session. Shows are hosted by resident astronomer Dr. Craig Joseph and feature live narration with images displayed by computer-controlled projectors.
The planetarium comfortably seats 46 and admission is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Planetarium shows last approximately 45 minutes, and no one can be admitted after the show begins. Children are welcome as long as they are 5 or older. The observatory and portable telescopes are available to the public after planetarium shows, weather permitting. Because of the extended daylight hours during the summer, telescope viewing is possible only after the 8:15 show.
Time: 7:15 p.m., 8:15 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: St. Pete College, 6605 5th Ave. N, St. Petesburg, FL 33710
Bring your noodles, floats and chairs to lounge by the pool while watching a movie on our inflatable screen out under the stars. Snacks, drinks and glow jewelry will be sold. No outside coolers or food allowed. Event will be cancelled in inclement weather. This week’s movie: Frozen
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $4.00 per person
Location: 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach 33706
Saturday, July 18
This week’s project: Minion picture frame. Sign up. Take home a completed project. Just $2 per child for 30 minutes of creative craft fun. Ages 3 and up.
Time: 10 a.m. – noon
Cost: $2
3 Locations: 3804 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Ste A, Tampa, FL 33611-1402, Phone: (813) 835-0005; 2564 W Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511-4719, Phone: (813) 653-9700; 14829 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Carrollwood, FL 33618-2027, Phone: (813) 960-3002
Birth-18 years, Stop by and participate in this free Child ID program offered by the Florida 21st Masonic District of St. Petersburg, FL. Parents/legal guardians will receive a free CD that will include a digital still photo, digital video interview and digital fingerprints of their child. No information is retained or shared by the Masons. No appointment needed. Children will be process in order of arrival time. The process time takes approximately 15-30 minutes to complete. For additional information, please contact the Youth Services department at 727-394-6913.
Time: 10:00 AM-12 Noon
Cost: Free
Location: Seminole Community Library, 9200 113th St. N, Seminole 33772
Every Saturday the Museum offers a free drop-in art program from 11a – 2p. Come and let your children explore their creativity by creating an art project. No registration required. Our projects will vary week to week to tie into the exhibition on view at the museum.
This week we focus on Colorful Geometry and use wax-resist to create abstract shaped artwork
Time: 11 a. m– 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa 33602
Fun at Fossil Park Pool
Features include: Flume Slide, Wading Pool, Low Dive, Handicap Access, Swim Lessons, Diving Lessons, Shaded Picnic Area, Zero Slope Entry
Time: 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Cost: admission is $3 (adult), $2 (Kids, ages 3 to 12), Kids 2 and under are free.
Location: 6739 DR. MLK Jr. ST. N, St. Petersburg
Children can discover the creative world of Dali through games, puzzles and arts + crafts activities which educate and encourage family interaction. Dillydally with Dali takes place under the direction of the museum’s Family Programs Coordinator in the 1st floor Education Classroom. Saturday activities are supported by Jeeves Law Group, P.A.
Time: 11:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Dali Museum, One Dali Blvd, St. Petersburg 33701
The Dali + Beyond Film Series features unusual movies, art films, and films about art that share a common enthusiasm for fantasy, dreams, creativity and the imagination.
This week’s movie: Leonardo Dream of Flight (Leonardo da Vinci finds it difficult to pursue his own dreams while serving as the Duke’s court artist, but young Roberto takes risk to convince the master not to give up on his dreams. This HBO produced documentary was created for a young audience.)
Time: 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Dali Museum, One Dali Blvd, St. Petersburg 33701
Join us for a family movie and enjoy free popcorn and soda provided by the Friends of the Seminole Community Library! This week’s movie: Toy Story (Disney)
Time: 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Seminole Community Library, 9200 113th St. N, Seminole 33772
This week’s theme: The Islands Show. Come see our new skiers. Concessions are Available at the Site.
Time: Pre-show Starts at 5:30pm; Regular Show Starts at 6:00pm
Cost: Free
Location: 130 Burbank Road, Oldsmar, FL 34677
Bring blankets or low lawn chairs to watch free movies on a jumbo sized screen. No alcohol. Shows start around dusk. Movie: Mean Girls (PG-13)
Time: Live music starts at 5:30, sunset is 7:50
Cost: Free
Location: 10 Pier 60 Drive, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
Kids Night Out at Color Me Mine
Enjoy a night off and drop the kids off for a fun night of pizza and painting!
Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Cost: $30.00 per child Ages 6 and up
Location: Color Me Mine, 1609 W. Snow Circle, Tampa
Sunday, July 19
Monday, July 20
Park Hopping with Tampa Bay Moms Blog
Join us as we hop over to another park! We’ll have plenty of activities to keep your kiddos of all ages entertained! Fun snacks provided by GoGo squeeZ and Litl’ Squirts!
Time: 10:00 am-12:00 noon
Cost: Free
Location: Paul Sanders Park, 3319 S Kings Ave, Brandon FL 33511, Brandon, Florida 33511
Upcoming: Next Park Hop Event is Thursday, July 30 at 10:00 am to Vinoy Park in St. Pete. Baby Boot Camp: St Petersburg will be on hand to lead us in a fun mini workout!
Looking for more events? Check out our Community Calendar!
