A huge art festival with people coming from all over to display their talent; an amazing place to…read morewalk away and explore! Parking was chaotic, but that's to be expected especially with it happening at the same time as and not too far from Saturday Morning Market. Free to enter & wander around while lots of art is on sale and displayed for people to check out. Ceramics, paintings, metal working, wood working, stone art, and so much more are there to check out. I picked up two small pots I plan to use for succulents from one vendor who was cash only, and then picked up a wine glass holder from a woodworker as well who accepted cards. There was an ATM on site, but I was surprised to hear some artists didn't accept cards given some of the higher price tags here. So be prepared for that. They also have some food and drink options available; I had Frosé from Big Crush Slush, a raspberry yogurt, chocolate dipped ice pop with sprinkles from a vendor, and was lured pretty close to many tents selling hot stuff and actually meals too. Plenty of chairs, tables, & tents set up to sit down and enjoy your meal or just to rest your feet, and there was live music at times too.

Review Online: https://youtu.be/GT6gyUmPdGs…read more Must go if you are a local and are into art. Different styles of art. Food is also versatile. A nice morning/evening to hang out. Will probably keep you busy for an hour or two. Some things to consider: Parking is based on location in the area. There is no designated parking. Food can be a bit pricy and depending on art - it can be pricey. But still - it's a nice time to wander around.

Did you know that you can meet mermaids here? We made a special trip just to see out these…read morebeautiful creatures. Little one absolutely loved it. 24.12.2024

Let's see: mermaids, check... kitschy 60s motel, check... cats as aliens, check... oh-and…read morestrawberries, lots of strawberries. You can find them all at Fairgrounds St. Pete. This place full of interactive, submersible art in the Warehouse District is the perfect spot to spend a hot or rainy day-and just get lost in the exhibit. It's a vibe, a mood, a vacation from the ordinary-and after visiting once, I've got to go back. Fairgrounds is located near Tropicana Field. We went on a Saturday in October 2023. It was busy, but not crowded. We were able to wander and explore at our own pace and to our hearts' delight. If you love old Florida, B movies and all things fun and fresh, you'll dig this place. The staff was really friendly-you can get tickets online, or in person when you get there-and parking was easy the day we were there. Have fun exploring. This will scratch your kitsch itch.

Walk down Central Ave and be amazed by the galleries showcasing local and regional artists using…read moremultiple media, as well as by the gift shops and the abundant eateries, many of which are cafe style with outside seating available.

I went to the Central Arts district this week. I used to go regularly to art walk, but I haven't…read moregone in a few years and it was really changed- it was not fun. Each gallery selects its own closing time, apparently, so we arrived before 8:00 at the Morean and were told that they were closing in ten minutes. At Florida Craft Art, the two women working literally turned their back on us (we're over 50- eeeeek!) and would not speak, so I was unable to buy the stained glass piece that caught my eye. After trying three of the six galleries, we'd had enough. Really disappointed.

We took the sunset wildlife boat tour and were AMAZED by how beautiful the views were. Our captain…read moreMel and guide Charley were both so knowledgeable, and kind to our kids. Our time with the Tampa Bay Watch crew was a highlight of our trip -- Thank you!

This was a cute little place but emphasis on little…read more.. it was one small room. One big tank in the center of the room, a few enclosures of snakes and frogs. A sandpit for kids to play in. A turtle tank. A tiny tank with some miscellaneous fish and a baby puffer, a touch tank with some sea urchins, horse shoe crabs, hermit crabs, sea stars, and sea cucumbers, another tank with some brittle stars and a sea horse, and one last tank with some lion fish! There's $3 admission for military but I cannot imagine paying double that. I hope the profit goes to something beneficial for wildlife. We really took our time checking out every tank once we saw how small the room was. There was an employee at the touch tank that was extremely knowledgeable about the animals they have. Overall it was enjoyable to step inside and spend 20 minutes looking at fish tanks.

This non-profit museum in St. Petersburg focused on hands-on learning for children especially those…read moreunder 10 years old. It features creative play areas like a pretend city, pretend supermarket, vet office, climbing structures, fire department, city map with vehicles on the wall, art stations, and a few animals. They offer stimulating learning through creativity, play and exploration. Cost is $12 for adults, $15 for kids 1-17, free under 1. Next door to Sunken Gardens. A fun day for the kids.

This was not what I expected - I thought it would have more interactive and educational exhibits. I…read morealso thought for the price we would get access to the sunken gardens (right next door) as well. Overall it was a good way to kill a few hours but for the price I am not sure it was worth it. Also - for as many kids and families come through here i would suggest more bathrooms and to clean the ones you have more frequently. Our favorite exhibit was the grocery store, and the room with all the reptiles.

John's pass was very nice a lot of shops a lot of people food spots were so busy we didn't eat the…read morewe shopped at the hot sauce shop it was a really nice store

This area used to be much better prior to the electric unicycles, scooters, etc. Went there the…read moreother evening and the place was overrun by what I could only describe as a gang. Ages ranged from 10 years to 70 years. Speeding on the sidewalks while filming themselves. This area is a huge money maker - No security of law enforcement other than the meter maids making the town even more money. Mad Beach - Invest in some security there. It's only time before somebody gets killed there.

I absolutely LOVE this Sugar Sand Festival. I have been here a few years now and this was hands…read moredown my favorite to date. I went by myself because I knew that it was Dino themed, which I am such a geek about and didn't want to hold up any of my family and friends while I just stared and took the tons of photos I knew I was going to take. Aside from loving the theme, you just have to be in awe of the amazing artwork, skill, patience, creativity, etc it takes to make any of these designs. Like I said, I have been there over the course of several years and honestly, I don't know why I don't make it an annual event to visit. It will never be the same and is reasonably priced. You also don't have people rushing you along to allow for more people to enter. If you feel you do, that is something you allow to happen as I have never felt, seen or heard anything like that. I love hearing people, young or old come in and gasp at the sights and the joy it brings to people while amazing them. To me, this is something that wows everyone, and brings smiles more so to the adults as they understand what it all takes to complete. They always have a sand sculptor present and working so that people can see what goes into the process. They also have a section dedicated to junior or aspiring professional sculptors to showcase their work, which you can vote on by putting in a donation in their boxes to help with their costs (and maybe decide the winner). Even those are wonderful but generally don't match the rest of the theme. 1000% advise anyone in the area during this festival to visit, it is well worth it.

Very cute . Kids would love this it was a dinosaur theme this year . Boys would love this . A lot…read moreof places gave out a lot of free swag. It's spin wheels to win little toys and knickknacks decent prices on liquor five dollars for 25 ounces of Zephyrhills water and aluminum bottle which is very cheap by the way lol I'm very very cold. It was a nice day in Clearwater Beach. It was perfect weather no humidity and very warm couldn't ask for a better day. Definitely if you have a kids this is a place to go or a nice day out with a loved one.

Delightful art gallery in St. Pete Beach. You will find this Art Gallery right beside the beautiful…read moreDon Cesar Hotel. The mosaic art mural on the side of the building is simply eye catching. This is a cute and whimsical art gallery. Definitely check it out and see all of its beauty inside. You may find something you can take home for a nice souvenir of the area. They also have art classes and special events which are listed on their website.

Yeahhhhhhhh!!!!!!! Local arts and artists. They have some beautiful items made by our own area…read moreartisans and a large portion of the sales go directly to the artists. We very much enjoyed.visiting. The shop is right next to the Don Cesar on the south side toward Pass-a-Grille. They have parking passes and be sure to take in the beach views of the Don and the Gulf over the sand dune trail between the gallery and the Don after visiting. There's also a nice mural on the side of the building. Lovely jewelry,.gifts, and art pieces. Definitely worth checking out.