Well, hello April!
Easter weekend is here and honestly, St. Pete is just doing its thing right now — perfect weather, good energy, and a whole lot of events to get into this weekend. We're glad you're here for it.
It’s a big weekend for the city so let's get into it!
Now, in today’s edition:
Rays Home Opener Back at Tropicana Field
Ali Wong Live at The Mahaffey Theater
New taco spot opened downtown
Red Bull cliff diving coming to St. Pete
— Matthew & Ashley 🦩
The Trop Is Back: Rays Home Opener 🏟️
Hurricane Milton tore the roof off of Tropicana Field in Oct 2024. After 18 months of repairs, Tropicana Field is officially open again for a new season of baseball.
⚾️ On Monday, April 6 — it’s the very first game back at the Trop.
Don’t miss the action: The home opener is the Tampa Bay Rays vs. Chicago Cubs and it’s going to be a good one!
Photo via Tropicana Field
The $50+ million renovation is done and new premium experiences like the Home Plate Box, Baseline Premier and MaintenX Sky Deck (with tickets starting at $49) await!
The energy will be electric, good vibes and a fun time for the whole family! Your favorite bites are still available at the Trop: The Pretzel Dog, Sweet Pretzel Bites and Short Rib Grilled Cheese.
🌭 Fun fact: Fans ate half a mile worth of the pretzel dogs in 2024!
Here’s the deets ⚾️ Tampa Bay Rays vs. Chicago Cubs
⌚️ First pitch at 4:10pm
📆 Monday; April 6, 2026
📍 Tropicana Field
🎟️ Tickets on sale now (from $140+)
🚘 Prepaid parking is available
Who wants $10 in Burst Bucks?
For every Rays game you attend in April, you get $10 in Burst Bucks loaded into your Rays Wallet on the MLB app to use for food, drinks and merch.
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Ali Wong LIVE
Watch popular comedian Ali Wong take the stage at our very own Mahaffey Theater. If you’ve watched her Netflix Special, this is your chance to see her live. Grab a friend, get a ticket and have a laugh!
📆 Sat/Sun, April 4 & 5; 7pm at Mahaffey Theater — 🎟️ from $40
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Into The Woods In The Park — American Stage
Running all weekend long (Fri/Sat/Sun) is this beloved fairy-tale musical by Sondheim. An outdoor production on the waterfront. And on Saturday, it’s Chick-Fil-A Night!
📆 Fri/Sat/Sun, April 4, 5, 6; 7pm at Demens Landing Park — 🎟️ from $40-60
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Walk Club of DTSP
Join this walk club in downtown St. Pete. Walk for 45 minute walk with nice, friendly people. Get active, make new friends and get a refreshing beverage while you’re at it.
📆 Saturday, April 4; 8:30am at The Burg Nutrition — Free
Q: What kind of St. Pete person are you?
Click below on the one that best describes you.
Results are published in next week’s newsletter — make sure to come back to see who wins! Now cast your vote…
Results from last week’s poll:
Q: Who has the best bagels in St. Pete?
A: Tie — 42.86% said St. Pete Bagel Co. and 42.86% said Pete’s Bagels
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JUST OPENED: Jimmy’s Tacos
This Ybor City taco institution moved across the bridge to Central Ave. Famous for their birria menu (eg. birria buns & birria pizza) , this is such a treat for us locals. Outdoor seating available, perfect for the warmer weather!
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SELLS OUT DAILY: Treehouse BBQ
A proper smokehouse serving brisket, pulled pork, ribs and your usual BBQ sides. The pop-up restaurant is only open Thurs-Sun from 11am-4pm (or until sold out). Check their Instagram for latest hours — it changes and they DO sell out quick!
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SPECIAL MENTION: SoDough Square
It’s official: we have Detroit-style pizza in St. Pete! SoDough Square opened a few weeks ago on 4th Street. We recommend trying the Detroit Rob City with whipped ricotta and crispy-edged square pies! Open Thurs-Sun from 4-9pm, or until sold out.
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NOW OPEN: Central Park Food Hall
A huge project with 14 concepts in this 5-story food hall is slowly starting to open. Central Park Food Hall is going to open in phases so the to the public.
Coming to St. Pete: Red Bull Cliff Diving
For the first time ever, The Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series is coming to our city, St. Pete!
…and where will they dive off? Our iconic St. Pete Pier of course!
Photo via Red Bull Cliff Diving
The world's best cliff divers will be launching off platforms 21 metres (women) and 27 metres (men) above the Pier — that's up to 89 feet.
Hitting the water at close to 85 kilometres per hour after two to three seconds of freefall is an exhilarating event to see from the waterfront that’s sure to draw a crowd.
Mark your calendar for June 5-6, read more about this upcoming event here.
Friday, March 27
First Friday St. Pete —
April 3, 6-10pm | Central Ave (betwen 2nd & 3rd streets) | Free
Monthly block party that turns Central Ave into a fun time.Into The Woods In The Park
Fri/Sat/Sun, April 4, 5, 6; 7pm | Demens Landing Park | 🎟️ from $40-60
Beloved outdoor fairy-tale musical production.
Saturday, March 28
April 4, 9:30-10:45am | Spa Beach, St. Pete Pier | 🎟️ from $10
Hannah Montana-inspired throwback pilates session.
April 4; 8:30am | The Burg Nutrition | Free
Make new friends and enjoy a 45-minute walk together.April 4, 12-4pm | Crafty Squirrel | 🎟️ from $13
Visit 4 stops, taste test chicken nuggets along the way.
Ali Wong Live (Night 1)
April 4-5, 7pm | Mahaffey Theater | Prices Vary
Hilarious live, stand up comedy show.St. Pete Saturday Morning Market —
March 28, 9am-2pm | Al Lang Stadium, Downtown St. Pete | Free
An outdoor market with crafts, art, food & drinks: a weekly staple.April 4, 11am-4pm | 1133 Baum Ave (near Intermezzo) | Free
Local market with great vendors and vibes.
Renaissance Faire Opening Weekend —
Weekends, April 4-26 | England Borthers Park | 🎟️ from $25
Turkey legs, jousting, Easter egg hunt through the ale houses.April 4, 9am-3pm | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve | 🎟️ from $135
Guided nature tour, sourdough making seminar and reading retreat.
Sunday, March 29
Spring Fest & Easter Egg Hunt
April 5, 11am | St. Pete Pier | Free
Family fun activity at the waterfront for Easter.Ali Wong Live (Night 2)
April 4-5, 7pm | Mahaffey Theater | 🎟️ prices vary
Hilarious live, stand up comedy show.
Key events next week to keep in mind
Tampa Bay Rays Home Opener
Monday, April 6; 4:10pm | Tropicana Field | 🎟️ prices vary
Step into the renovated Trop and enjoy the home opening game.Tampa Bay Blues Festival — 30th Anniversary
April 4, 8:30am | Vinoy Park | Free
Waterfront blues festival with great food vendors + craft beers.
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