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Looking for the best things to do in St. Pete this weekend? Whether you're hunting for local markets, art festivals, live music, comedy, or family-friendly events, Pinellas County has a packed calendar from Friday through Sunday. Here's your real, address-and-time guide to the weekend.
Looking for the best things to do in St. Pete this weekend? Whether you're hunting for local markets, art festivals, live music, comedy, or family-friendly events, Pinellas County has a packed calendar from Friday through Sunday. Here's your real, address-and-time guide to the weekend.
Saturday Morning Market
When: Saturday, July 18, 9am–1pm (summer hours)
Where: 212 3rd St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Website: saturdaymorningmarket.com
The Saturday Morning Market is one of the largest markets of its kind in the Southeast, drawing thousands of visitors weekly. During the summer season (June–August), it operates at a scaled-down location near its usual Williams Park spot, with fresh produce, food trucks, local crafts, and live music. It's an independently run non-profit, not affiliated with the city — so admission is free and it happens rain or shine.
Note: winter-season hours (October–May) run 9am–2pm at the Al Lang Stadium location — this weekend's summer hours are shorter.
37th Annual Cool Art Show
When: Saturday, July 18, 10am–5pm & Sunday, July 19, 10am–4pm
Where: St. Petersburg Coliseum, 535 4th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Admission: Free (free parking too)
Website: pava-artists.org/cool-art-show
Hosted by the Professional Association of Visual Artists (PAVA), this two-day showcase brings nearly 70 Florida artists to the historic Coliseum. Expect paintings, woodworking, ceramics, photography, glass, jewelry, and more, plus an Interactive Arts Area for kids and adults alike. This year's show also features PAVA's Annual Members' Award Show, with prizes announced Sunday morning.
Stand-Up Comedy: Sunshine City Comedy Club
When: Friday, July 17 & Saturday, July 18, 8:30pm
Where: Sunshine City Comedy Club, 5501 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL
Website: sunshinecitycomedyclub.com
If you're looking for a laugh this weekend, Sunshine City Comedy Club has headliner Dylan Vattelana on stage both Friday and Saturday night. It's a solid date-night or night-out option right on St. Pete Beach.
(Heads up if you were looking for "Popcorn & Punchlines" — that recurring comedy night at The Beach Theatre isn't scheduled this particular weekend; its next date is November 10.)
Romance on Central Book Fair
When: Saturday, July 18, 12pm–3pm
Where: The Book Lounge, 631 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL
Romance readers can meet nearly 20 local and visiting authors at this cozy mini book fair celebrating the genre's favorite tropes — slow burns, romantasy, small-town romances, and contemporary favorites. Great stop for browsing new releases and catching a book signing.
Girls Rock St. Pete Concert 2026
When: Saturday, July 18, 6pm–9pm
Where: Jannus Live, 200 1st Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Tickets: $10–20 in advance (adults $20 / kids 10 and under $10); $25 at the door
Website: girlsrockstpete.org
The finale of Girls Rock St. Pete's summer "Power Week" camp, this family-friendly concert features camper bands performing original songs live for the first time, plus a Not-So-Silent Auction, local food vendors, and family-friendly crafts and activities. All ages welcome.
Live Music Across Pinellas County
Beyond the ticketed events, live music can be found nightly across Downtown St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach, Clearwater, Dunedin, Treasure Island, and Safety Harbor. Local breweries, waterfront restaurants, and beach bars regularly host bands throughout the weekend — worth checking individual venue calendars for Friday and Saturday night lineups.
More Things to Do Around Pinellas County
If you're making a full weekend of it, these year-round attractions are worth building into your plans:
St. Pete Pier — 800 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg
The Dalí Museum — 1 Dali Blvd, St. Petersburg
Sunken Gardens — 1825 4th St N, St. Petersburg
Clearwater Beach — Clearwater
Fort De Soto Park — 3500 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde
Pass-a-Grille Beach — St. Pete Beach
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk — 12901 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach
Downtown Dunedin — Main St, Dunedin
Gulfport Waterfront District — Beach Blvd S, Gulfport
Safety Harbor — Main St, Safety Harbor
Plan Your Perfect Weekend in St. Pete
There's always something happening in Pinellas County — from award-winning markets to art festivals, comedy, and family concerts. Support local artists, restaurants, and musicians while making the most of everything St. Petersburg and the surrounding Tampa Bay area has to offer this weekend.
Details confirmed via official event pages and local listings as of mid-July 2026 — always worth a quick check of the linked sites closer to the date in case of weather changes or updates.
