2006 Marine Max Lighted Boat Parade
12/8/2006 - 12/8/2006
Downtown St. Petersburg
800 2nd Avenue NE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
One of the largest lighted boat parades in the area, St. Petersburg's annual event starts at sundown and goes from the Harborage Marina north past the Pier to the Vinoy Basin. The Pier and surrounding parks offer great spots for parade watching and feature a host of activities associated with the event. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with holiday music and entertainment, and the parade begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 727-821-6443.
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21st Annual Gulfport Lighted Boat Parade
12/9/2006 - 12/9/2006
Downtown Gulfport
5500 Shore Blvd S
Gulfport, FL 33707
The city of Gulfport, just west of St. Petersburg, starts its lighted boat parade from the Boca Ciega Yacht Club. The route goes from the yacht club marina, past the city pier and municipal beach, and through several areas along Boca Ciega Bay. The 21st annual parade starts at 6 p.m. and ends at approximately 8 p.m. For more information, call 727-321-7295.
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Old Northeast Candlelight Tour
12/10/2006 - 12/10/2006
NE St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
A highlight of the holiday season returns to St. Petersburg when the Ninth Annual Historic Old Northeast Candlelight Tour of Homes allows visitors a rare glimpse inside some of this community's loveliest homes decked out in their holiday finest. A popular tradition since 1997, the Old Northeast Candlelight Tour allows visitors, on foot or riding trolleys staffed by seasoned guides, to visit homes representing many architectural styles. This year's tour will feature eight homes, including a charmingly renovated cottage, renovated Florida bungalows, a modern townhome in a 1920's Spanish-style apartment building and a prominent landmark home. For more information, please call 727-895-4443.

Boley Center's Annual Jingle Bell Run
12/13/2006 - 12/13/2006
The Pier
800 2nd Avenue N.E.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3521
Thousands of people walk, run and jog along St. Petersburg?s waterfront during an evening filled with glowing luminaries and the sounds of sleigh bells in the air. The course starts and finishes at The Pier with festive music on the first floor rear patio. There is a registration fee of $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12. For more information or to register, call 727-821-4819.
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St. Petersburg First Night
12/31/2006 - 12/31/2006
Downtown St. Petersburg
800 2nd Avenue NE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Downtown St. Petersburg comes together with more than 20 venues featured in this alcohol-free celebration for adults and children alike. Centered around the Pier and Vinoy basin, First Night features everything from fire sculptures to music, dancing, poetry, puppetry, theater, art, games and fireworks at midnight. Event hours are 5:30 p.m. to midnight. For more information, call 727-823-8906.
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33rd Annual Art Festival Beth-El
1/1/2007 - 1/1/2007
South Pasadena
400 Pasadena Ave
South Pasadena, FL 33707
We have not received the official dates for this event, but it is usually held in Janaury. The 33rd annual show and sale features more than 120 invited artists from more than 20 states. The show offers paintings, ceramics, photography, jewelry, sculpture and glass. The exhibition is held in South Pasadena, near St. Petersburg. For more information, call 727-347-6136.
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The 21st Annual MLK Drum Major for Justice National Parade
1/14/2007 - 1/14/2007
Downtown St. Petersburg
800 2nd Avenue NE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
The 21st Annual Drum Major for Justice National Parade begins at 1:15 p.m. The parade route begins at Third Ave S and Martin Luther King St., goes north to Central Ave., east to Bay Bayshore Drive and north to Fifth Ave N., disbanding at Vinoy Park. The celebration also includes the Martin Luther King Jr. Festival of Bands competition, which features several renowned marching bands as they perform in a special salute to Dr. King. A leadership breakfast and candlelight vigil on the waterfront are also part of the activities. For more information, call 727-327-0085.
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Sixth Annual Cajun/Zydeco Crawfish Festival
3/1/2007 - 3/1/2007
Vinoy Park
500 Bayshore Dr NE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
We do not have the official dates for this event, but it is usually held in March.Laissez les bon temps roulet! Louisiana comes to St. Petersburg for this tasty treat of a festival. Live music fills the air and 10,000 pounds of crawfish jambalaya, etouffe, funnel cakes and assorted Cajun cuisine will fill the festival attendees. Entertainment will include Geno Delafose & French Rockin Boogie, Roy Carrier & The Night Rockers, Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys, Kevin Naquin and The Ossun Playboys, The Porchdogs and Bousoleil Avec Michael Doucet! The festival will be held under a 20,000 sq. ft. pavilion and will include a kid's tent for families. Admission is $10 per day or $25 for a three-day pass. Children 10 and under are admitted free. For more information, call 727-898-2100.
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2007 St. Petersburg Festival of States
3/31/2007 - 4/14/2007
Throughout the St. Petersburg / Clearwater area
300 2nd Avenue
St Petersburg, FL 33704
The Festival of States produces events in celebration of St. Petersburg?s legacy and future, to be enjoyed by the total community, and to raise money for schools in art and music programs and scholarships. This event is sponsored by the Suncoasters, Inc. in partnership with the City of St. Petersburg and other organizations. designed to attract audiences of all ages and tastes. Music is the focal point of this springtime festival, the South's largest civic celebration. Joins us for great concert, comedy showcase, Song writers showcase, Festival Day Parade, Night Parade, Kid Fest, Festival of Pets, Harvey's 5K & Wellness Expo, Art Show, Auto Show, Education, Coronation Ball. For more information, please call 727-321-9888.
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Festival of States - Verizon presents Comedy in the Park
4/6/2007 - 4/6/2007
Palladium
253 Fifth Avenue North
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
Now see him live during his stand-up comedy show at the Palladium. Known for his incredible impersonations, Dave Coulier performs stand-up at select comedy clubs around the country. The Festival of States is proud to bring Mr. Coulier to the City of St. Petersburg. For more information, please call 727-822-3590.
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Festival of States-Merrill Lynch Illuminated Night Parade & Fireworks
4/13/2007 - 4/13/2007
Straub Park
Beach Drive at 1st St. N
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Merrill Lynch sponsors this illuminated night parade starting at 8 p.m. Downtown St. Petersburg. This event at the waterfront in St. Petersburg is one of the Festival's most popular happenings. Limited bleacher seats available. For more information, please call 727-321-9888.
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Harvey's Festival of States 5K Run
4/13/2007 - 4/13/2007
St. Petersburg
Beach Drive NE and 3rd St. N
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
This evening 5K race-walk and one-mile race begins and ends at the Pier approach near Spa Beach. Activities begin at 5:30 p.m. with the race starting at 6:30 p.m. The course follows along beautiful Bayshore Drive along St. Petersburg's waterfront. For more information, call 727-321-9888.
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Franklin Templeton KidsFest
4/14/2007 - 4/14/2007
North Shore Park
North Shore Dr. and 13th Avenue
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
The Franklin Templeton KidsFest is the City of St. Petersburg largest family event. With two stages of live entertainment, the tricky dog show, games, inflatables, rock walls, make-n-take crafts, the TASCO Teen Gallery, Radio Disney and much more, the KidsFest is truly a festival of fun for everyone. For more information, please call 727-321-9888.
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The Outback Steakhouse Concert
4/14/2007 - 4/14/2007
Vinoy Park
500 Bayshore Dr NE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
The Festival of States hosts some of the City of St. Petersburg?s largest outdoor concerts in Vinoy Park, overlooking the beautiful downtown waterfront. Music lovers from around the state gather each year to enjoy bands like STYX, Peter Frampton, Huey Lewis and the News and The Beach Boys. RAIN OR SHINE. Tickets can be purchased through all Ticketmaster outlets, Ticketmaster.com or by phone at 813-287-8844.
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Tampa Bay Caribbean Carnival
6/9/2007 - 6/10/2007
Vinoy Park
500 Bayshore Dr NE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
This cultural extravaganza features colorful costumes, arts, crafts, dancing, steel drums and music from around the Caribbean, including calypso, soca, reggae and steel orchestra. The festivities take place in Vinoy Park in downtown St. Petersburg and run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is $10. Don't miss the Steel Pan Panorama Competition and Carnival Parade. For more information, call 727-327-1277.
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