Extended Weekend Getaways 
ART IN THE GARDEN
Now through July 31/WEY WEST – Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden on Stock Island. A beautiful botanical garden features local art and sculptures that convey a sense of nature using only natural, recycled and/or repurposed materials. They can range from the very small to the very large and are built to withstand high winds and heavy rains. If you haven’t yet visited this beautiful destination, for more information, see keywest.garden
Oakfest
July 3-7/ST. AUGUSTINE- Colonial Oak Music Park announces the return of Oakfest, a free 5-day music series from July 3-7 that celebrates the eighth anniversary of the musical venue. Concerts are family-friendly and showcase the region’s most popular local performers.
TAMPA BAY RODEO & FAMILY FESTIVAL
July 19-20/DOVER- Known as “the hottest show on dirt” and hosted by Bartow Ford, this rodeo festival features some of the best cowboys and cowgirls in the southeast region saddling up for competitive bull riding, bronco busting, barrel racing and more. Test your mechanical bull skills, eat some BBQ and pizza, pet some baby goats, try your hand at axe throwing and enjoy live country tunes all weekend. Get out of the heat by visiting one of two “cool zones” or the entertainment beer tent, and fun-seekers of all ages can enjoy the yard games and 45-foot slide. https://hillsboroughcountyfair.com/rodeo-and-family-festival/
Florida’s Largest Home Show 2024
July 19-21/SAINT PETERSBURG – Open each day at 10 a.m. at Topicana Field. The perfect event for home decor enthusiasts to attend and explore. This event provides a platform to meet thousands of serious homeowners who are looking to make a purchase to satisfy their remodeling, decorating, furnishing, or landscaping needs. This show generates income that has helped drive the Florida economy for almost 40 years. As one of the top ten Home Shows in the Country, it is owned and backed by Beasley Media Group, a multi media company with marketing assets that reach millions of people making Florida’s Largest Home Show the most highly marketed show in Florida. For tickets and more information, visit https://floridaslargesthomeshow.com/events/
