The Blues Brothers are what can only be described as a musical, comedic and cinematic legend. They have become part of our culture, and the irreverent characters of Jake & Elwood resonate with everyday people all over the world. In true Blues Brothers spirit, The Official Blues Brothers Revue is a live concert event that combines the comedy and hit songs from the original 1980 hit film, as well as the five popular albums released by John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd. Sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd and The John Belushi Estate, The Official Blues Brothers Revue and their ten-piece intercontinental rhythm & blues revue band, pay homage to the humor, music and mayhem of the Blues Brothers, as as well as the rich history of blues, gospel and soul music. Read Less

The Blues Brothers are what can only be described as a musical, comedic and cinematic legend. They have become part of our culture, and the irreverent Read More

Museum Celebrates the Arts with Free Admission Day 9a.m.-5p.m. Dance, enjoy music and celebrate the region’s love of the arts on the fun, relaxing grounds of the Tallahassee Museum, as the Museum hosts the 2011 Saturday Matinee of the Arts alongside Florida State University’s Seven Days of Opening Nights. During Saturday Matinee of the Arts, children will have the opportunity to play and partake in activities that are just for them! There will be plenty for adults to enjoy as well. Offered free of charge, this year’s Matinee of the Arts event will include a large variety of multicultural groups and will showcase children in the arts. A variety of live performances will take place including those from Bluegrass Musicians, Contemporary Bands, Folk Dancers, and Modern Dancers. Among these will be performers Arabian Flair, the Hot Pepper Steppers, Phlox, Wood Thrush and Stranger Still. Live on the Outdoor Stage: 9:25-9:50 FSU Dance Repertory Theater 9:55-10:20 In Step Studios (Troupe Arabesque) 10:25-10:50 In Step Studios (Mau’ oli’ oli) 10:55-11:20 Hot Pepper Steppers 11:25-11:50 Arabian Flair 11:55-12:50 Artism Ensemble 12:55-1:45 Stranger Still 1:55-2:45 Phlox 2:55-3:45 Wood Thrush 3:55-4:25 TBD Featured Performing Group: This year’s featured performing group is the Artism Ensemble, of the newly established Artism Musicultural Center of Florida, based in Tallahassee. Made up of a group of internationally renowned musicians playing various instruments from all over the world, the ensemble was formed to increase autism awareness, promote multicultural diversity, and celebrate the abilities of people with and without autism. Featured Art: This year’s featured art is art from the Dream Rocket Project, a global collaboration collecting nearly 8,000 artworks from participants around the globe. The artwork in this project will eventually be assembled together to create a massive cover in which will wrap a 37 story Saturn V Moon Rocket at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The local group, Girl Scouts of the Florida Panhandle Council, is contributing to this international project and the girls’ artwork will be on display in the Museum Discovery Center before it is used for the Dream Rocket Project. Cultural Arts Organizations: • Mission San Luis • Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science • Museum of Florida History • Mason’s School of Music • Whole Child Leon • The Young Actors Theater • Council on Culture and Arts (COCA) • Get Outdoors Florida • SAIL High School Juggling Pirates • LeMoyne Center for the Visual Arts Activities: Fossil Dig Site Face Painting Animal Encounters at Chapin Outdoor Classroom Creation Stations Wild Florida Tours 1880s Farm Living History Interpretation Featured Exhibits June Hajos Fiber Art, a form of expression created by utilizing the various materials of wool, cotton, silk, leather, hemp, feathers and other aspects of nature’s bounty. Location: Fleischmann Natural Science Building Winter Guest Animal: Brown-nosed Coatis, active, raccoon like animals, which have a long ringed tail and a flexible, upturned, elongated snout. Location: Guest Animal Habitat Alligators: Dragons in Paradise, a unique exhibit that has been described as a potpourri of fact and fantasy, which explores our enduring fascination with the alligator and the alligator's symbolic and sociological role in Florida History. Location: Phipps Gallery Here and There: • Hot foods and cold treats in the Trail Break Café • Hands-on Science in the Discovery Center • Gifts, books and more in the Museum store Read Less

Museum Celebrates the Arts with Free Admission Day 9a.m.-5p.m. Dance, enjoy music and celebrate the region’s love of the arts on the fun, relaxing g Read More

This outstanding European symphonic orchestra draws upon the rich culture of its home city, which has played host to legendary artists such as Wagner, Brahms and Mahler. Maestro Jacek Kaspszyk leads the orchestra’s artistic direction and is renowned for his powerful interpretations of late romantic and contemporary masterpieces. The Wroclaw Philharmonic players are not only professional musicians, but also passionate aficionados of music, representing several generations who form a truly authentic ensemble. Piano soloist Garrick Ohlsson joins the orchestra for its North American tour. PROGRAM Konzert-Overture – Szymanowski Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op. 21 (Garrick Ohlsson, Piano) Symphony No. 7 in D Minor – Dvorak Read Less

This outstanding European symphonic orchestra draws upon the rich culture of its home city, which has played host to legendary artists such as Wagner, Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Through the blending of African, modern ballet and social dance movements, Artistic Director Ronald K. Brown choreographs a masterpiece dance vision of African culture. Based in Brooklyn since 1985, Evidence, A Dance Company enlightens audiences across the nation with Brown’s unique work that highlights human struggles, tragedies and triumphs. Brown emphasizes the importance of community in African-American culture while combining his passion for traditional African forms and rhythms to deliver works that both entertain and inspire. Read Less

Through the blending of African, modern ballet and social dance movements, Artistic Director Ronald K. Brown choreographs a masterpiece dance vision o Read More

65th Annual Fiesta Day Celebrate 65 years of cultural pride, and enjoy the food, dance, and entertainment that go with it! Fiesta Day is a free, family oriented “street festival” celebrating the cuisine, culture and heritage of the Latin immigrants who settled Ybor City in the turn of the 19th century. Seventh Avenue will be closed to traffic and filled with food, fun and entertainment for the entire family. Dance in the streets to Latin music, enjoy the diversity of talents on the Youth Stage, sample ethnic cuisine at “Sabor de Ybor” and shop for unique gifts from an array of arts & crafts vendors. For more information call 813-241-8838. Read Less

65th Annual Fiesta Day Celebrate 65 years of cultural pride, and enjoy the food, dance, and entertainment that go with it! Fiesta Day is a free, fami Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

From Scotland's highlands and lowlands, it's pipes & drums, song & dance, fiddles, harp & guitar. And bringing it all together is the Panama City Highland Games and Scottish Festival. You'll enjoy fine performers, delicious Scottish food, highland athletics, Celtic dancers, clan tents, and historical exhibits as we capture the spirit of the highlands. Immerse yourself in this unique event! Our festival abounds with the thrilling sound of the bagpipes and drums, exciting competitions, and joyous celebration of Scottish and Celtic heritage and culture. Feel the blood race as the Massed Bagpipe Bands take the field playing "Scotland the Brave". Sing along with Celtic musicians in the Tartan Tea Room. Shop at the Exhibitor Tents for Scottish and Celtic items you won't see else-where, such as highland attire and historical weapons. Enjoy a scone, a cucumber sandwich or a Scottish egg. Make your way to the Heavy Athletics field and marvel as kilted Scots compete at traditional events such as tossing the 19 foot caber. Read Less

From Scotland's highlands and lowlands, it's pipes & drums, song & dance, fiddles, harp & guitar. And bringing it all together is the Panama City High Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through the preservation of this heritage. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. Further steeped in tradition, the Florida Strawberry Festival is alive with volunteer spirit, uniting people from all parts of Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. The event began back in 1930 when members of the Plant City Lions Club conceived the idea of an event to celebrate the bountiful harvest of strawberries. In 1948, the American Legion Post #26 helped get the Florida Strawberry Festival reactivated following a six-year hiatus during World War II. The Lions Club and other civic organizations have participated in the Festival ever since. Today, the annual event has become one of the best festivals in the nation, and now ranks among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. Having maintained the same internal structure since its inception, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a community-oriented organization, governed by a board of directors from the community that annually devotes many hours to establishing policies and direction for the annual event. And while it is an outstanding showcase of the local area, the Florida Strawberry Festival has never been subsidized by taxpayers. The Florida Strawberry Festival is a great time to discover the charm and allure of Plant City, and it's the perfect time to enjoy eating ripe, luscious strawberries alongside the local berry farmers that have worked hard to bring them to market. More than 5,000 acres of strawberries are planted annually in the local area. In fact, there are some 2,600 farms in Hillsborough County that produce fruit and vegetable crops with an annual value of over $400 million. The county is now one of the largest agricultural counties in the nation. The diverse farm production includes strawberries, citrus, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, okra, peppers, beans, dairy products, eggs, ornamental horticulture, tropical fish, beef, cattle, swine and other related products. For all the headline concerts on the Wish Farms Soundstage, which take place at 3:30pm and 7:30pm each day, there are about 3,000 free seats available for all shows. Those are filled on a first-come, first-seated basis as part of your paid admission. Reserve seat tickets are available for $10 and up (varies by show) while supplies last. There are several special entertainment values on the midway with Ride-A-Thon days, armband discounts and midnight magic nights. The Florida Strawberry Festival, so much to see for one low admission fee! Read Less

Each Spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests com Read More

Each spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival® rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture, and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment, and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands. Read Less

Each spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival® rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests c Read More

This stunningly fresh representation of Celtic art and culture returns to Gainesville after momentous international success, quickly doing to Irish music what RIVERDANCE has done to Irish dance. With a focus on keeping traditional music alive, each performer nurtures this bygone concept, but by virtue of their youth and raw talent, they high-kick this tradition into the 21st century. The Celtic Crossroads spectacle features inventive arrangements, infectious rhythms and awe-inspiring choreography that promises to bring audiences to their feet in thunderous ovation. Read Less

This stunningly fresh representation of Celtic art and culture returns to Gainesville after momentous international success, quickly doing to Irish mu Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

An outdoor event celebrating art and culture with a fine art show, contemporary craft festival, theatrical performances and full line-up of live music. Bringing together over 250 of the nation's best artists and crafters. 10am-5pm. Read Less

An outdoor event celebrating art and culture with a fine art show, contemporary craft festival, theatrical performances and full line-up of live music Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

More than 20 nationally acclaimed artists will gather on Florida's Forgotten Coast in early May to participate in the 7th annual Florida's Forgotten Coast Plein Air Invitational, America's Great Paint-Out, May 3-13, 2012. Painters will set up their easels and pull out their brushes to document the landscape and culture of this last vestige of authentic "Old Florida" – the coastal stretch of scenic North Florida between Mexico Beach and Alligator Point. Read Less

More than 20 nationally acclaimed artists will gather on Florida's Forgotten Coast in early May to participate in the 7th annual Florida's Forgotten C Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Experience Native American culture via song, dance, demonstrations and arts and crafts. Read Less

Experience Native American culture via song, dance, demonstrations and arts and crafts. Read More

Experience Native American culture via song, dance, demonstrations and arts and crafts. Read Less

Experience Native American culture via song, dance, demonstrations and arts and crafts. Read More

Experience Native American culture via song, dance, demonstrations and arts and crafts. Read Less

Experience Native American culture via song, dance, demonstrations and arts and crafts. Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discussions as well as delicious bites from the museum's Café 1451. All ages welcome: admission is FREE to Members and children under 13; $12 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 21. Group rates available. Read Less

Art, Culture, and Entertainment come together every Thursday night at Art After Dark. The popular event offers live music, films, tours, curator discu Read More