THE BAY BRIEF
Hi friends!
This week has got a lot to offer, with multiple indoor events to beat the heat.
Here’s what we’re talking about this week:
Christmas comes in July, the Ice Cream festival is a must, Bolts Brew Fest is back, and more!
TAMPA BAY ICE CREAM FESTIVAL
St. Pete Pier
July 26 11AM-8PM
Come sample delicious frozen treats from some of the best ice cream shops, dessert makers, and frozen treat vendors from across Tampa Bay and Florida. Free Admission.
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Bolts Brew Fest
Benchmark International Arena
July 25th 7PM
50+ breweries come together this weekend to offer a variety of beers, ciders, seltzers, cocktails and more to try.
Also featured: Golf simulator, photo booth, Stiegl shotski, draft station, stein-holding contest, games, & more.
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CHRISTMAS IN JULY!
Florida State Fairgrounds
July 25-26 Doors open 10AM
Celebrate Christmas in July with over 175 artists and crafters offering handmade gifts, holiday decor, jewelry, and more. Start your holiday shopping early this year!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Lionel Richie & Earth, Wind and Fire
Benchmark International Arena
Wednesday, July 22, 7PM
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Daniel Caesar
Benchmark International Arena
Thursday, July 23 7:30PM
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RO Sushi Making Class
Armature Works
Thursday, July 23 7-9PM
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Tampa Bay Rays
Tropicana FIeld
July 24-26 Times Vary
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Ryan Davis
Funny Bone Comedy Club
July 24-25 Times Vary
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Back To School Blast
The Shops at Wiregrass
July 25 10AM-2PM
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Bier Fest Brews + BBQ
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Begins July 25th-Runs through Sept 7th.
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Wrexham AFC vs. Leeds United FC
Raymond James Stadium
Saturday, July 25 7:30PM
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Tampa Local Market
Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen
Sunday July 26 11AM-3PM
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DAILY EATS
Two Tampa Hotel Restaurants Named Top in the U.S.
Open Table ranked the top 100 hotel restaurants in America for 2026, and two Tampa spots made the list. First on the list is the Elliott Aster inside St. Pete’s Vinoy Resort & Golf Club. The second is Lilac at the Tampa Edition.
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BAY DEVELOPMENTS
Construction Underway On West Riverwalk Expansion
The $60 million project to extend the city’s waterfront area, including building two new pedestrian bridges and an overwater observation deck, has begun. Once finished, the riverwalk will total 12.2 miles with walking and biking pathways on both sides of the river. It will also connect neighborhoods like Hyde Park to the downtown corridor.
View The Plan Here
REAL ESTATE CORNER
The June market report was just released, and here are the numbers you need to know:
Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas County combined:
•Median sale price: $425k (+3.6%)
• Median time to contract: 34 days (-2.9%)
Quick Breakdown: The median price indicates over a 3% increase in sales price year over year, while the median time to a home going under contract is slightly down by almost 3%.
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