Things to do in Tampa Bay | Dec. 2022

There always great things to do around Tampa Bay and this month is no different. From shows to festivals to music, there is something to keep you entertained this month.

And of course with the holidays around the corner there are more concerts, festivals, shows, craft events and more. Take a look at our 40 festive things to do in Tampa Bay.

Baby Shark Live

Dec. 16 at Ferguson Hall at the Stratz

Holiday experience for the whole family – if the Baby Shark song won’t drive you crazy. Fans can join Baby Shark and friends for dancing in the aisles for exciting adventures into the jungle and under the sea to explore shapes, colors, numbers and more. Enjoy hit songs including “Baby Shark,” “Five Little Monkeys,” “Wheels On The Bus,” and “Monkey Banana Dance,” as well as holiday classics such as “Jingle Bells,” “We Wish You A Merry Christmas” and more!

https://www.strazcenter.org/Events/Straz/Shows/2223-Family_Fun/Baby-Shark-Live-Christmas

Bikes & Beers Tampa

Dec. 10 at Coppertail Brewing, Tampa

Promotes itself as “The Most Fun You’ll Have on 2 wheels”. Event features 15, 30, 45-mile rides departing from Coppertail Brewing and traveling through beautiful Tampa. All rides feature morning fuel stations, marked routes, GPS turn-by-turn instruction, rest stops, refreshments, ride marshals and SAG support. Finish back at TBBC for a festival of rewarding craft beers, live music, a charity raffle & much more! All riding levels are welcome! Benefits WellBuilt Bikes to help improve cycling conditions in Tampa Bay.

https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/Info/FL/COPPERTAILBREWINGTampa/BikesandBeersTampaBay#directions

Florida Penguin International Food Festival

Dec. 3-4 at Oldsmar City Hall

More than 40 food trucks featuring entrees, snacks & desserts from across the world. This event is open to all ages, and fun for the whole family. Free.

Parrandon Fest

Dec. 10 at Land O Lakes Heritage Park

Fun event celebrating Puerto Rican holiday traditions and culture. Enjoy live music by Puerto Rican artists, traditional food and even take photos with a camel in honor of the Three Kings. Kids 12 and under are free. Pet friendly event.

https://www.tickeri.com/events/62ace7999cabd700047ab5e7/parrandon-fest

My Fair Lady

Dec. 18 at Ruth Eckerd Hall

Boasting such classic songs as I Could Have Danced All Night, The Rain in Spain, Wouldn’t It Be Loverly and On the Street Where You Live, My Fair Lady tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.”

https://www.rutheckerdhall.com/event/my-fair-lady

Sports happenings Dec. 2022

USF men's basketball at home Dec. 2, 16, 19, 22

USF women's basketball at home Dec. 14, 17, 20

Tampa Bay Bucs at home Dec. 5 and 18

Tampa Bay Lightning at home Dec. 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 28, 29, 31