SPAA & Community Events
2020 SHINE Mural Festival - Artist: Lili Yuan

The St. Pete Arts Alliance hosts workshops, classes, talks and special events to bring our arts community together. Many are free – and online events are often recorded for later viewing.

In addition, our members and artist grantees are quite busy in the community. Check our calendar below to see what artsy event you can attend next!

There are dozens of art events happening in St. Petersburg almost every night of the week.  We track as many as we can, so please note this is not an all-inclusive list.

Also, check out our Education page for more information about upcoming Arts Business related events.

SPAA Members: Submit Your Events Here

Looking for the Performing Arts Event Calendar?

See Upcoming Performances Here

Upcoming Events

January 2026

Teen Poetry Night at the Museum of Fine Arts
January 29 from 6-7:30PM
Celebrate youth voices, creativity, and the power of art, exploring the galleries and transforming art into original poetry with guidance from MFA educators and poet mentors.
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February 2026

Black History Month Concert -Afro Opera
February 1 at 4PM
St. Pete First and Afro Opera invite you to experience A Message from the Roots, a Black History Month celebration, featuring Afro Opera founder and soprano Maiya Stevenson and tenor Kevin Mitchell. 
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Rooted Reads Book Club
February 4 from 7-9PM
Rooted Reads is where literature, culture, and community come together. This intentional reading gathering is rooted in shared knowledge, thoughtful reflection, and meaningful dialogue, centering voices, histories, and stories that challenge us to think deeper and engage more consciously with the world around us.
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SHINE: 10th Anniversary Book Release Celebration
February 5 from 6:30-9PM
Join us for an evening celebrating the release of the SHINE: 10th Anniversary Book at Tombolo Books!
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Are+Be Yoga and Market: Lovers + Friends
February 6 from 7-9PM
Are+Be Yoga and Market is a community-centered wellness experience that invites you to show up fully and unapologetically. This gathering blends an accessible, grounding yoga flow with a curated market featuring Black and Brown vendors, makers, and creatives.
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Reclamando our Narrative: Healing and Change through the Power of Words
February 7 from 11-2PM
Join Mi Gente for a free workshop series where the Latine community can claim their stories, promote healing and belonging, and mobilize participation in racial equity, unity, and advocacy. 
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The Studio@620 Honors: A Speakeasy Soirée
February 7 at 7PM
Step back in time, and into a future reimagined. Join us for an evening of elegance and intrigue at The Studio@620 Honors: A Speakeasy Soirée.
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Creatives Support Group at Suite E Studios
February 9, 23 from 7-8PM
An open, participant-led meetup for creatives across disciplines, held in a welcoming studio space. The group fosters community and mental wellness through shared experience, with complimentary food and drinks provided and support from a licensed mental health professional.
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Great Explorations Presents The GREAT Game Show Night!
February 12 from 6:30-9PM
A limited-seating fundraising experience at Great Explorations Children’s Museum. Get ready for a high-energy night of friendly competition, laughter, and prizes, all in support of Great Explorations Children’s Museum.
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Galentine’s Day at The Book Lounge
February 13 at 6:00pm
Make a book bouquet at the all-new cozy The Book Lounge in downtown St. Pete, then head over to see The Scarlet Letter at 8:00pm!
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Second Saturday ArtWalk
February 14 from 5-9PM
Stroll through 40+ galleries and studios across St. Pete during Second Saturday ArtWalk and discover something new around every corner.
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FREE Indoor Sunset Market: Love in Bloom
February 20 from 5-9PM
Discover unique vendors, indulge in local treats, and celebrate love at our indoor market.
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Imagine Museum Presents Music Night with Local Honey ft. David Muñoz
February 24 from 5-7:30PM
A nostalgic evening of music blending classic movie musicals, bossa nova, and timeless Disney favorites.
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Imagine Museum Presents FREE Annual Auto Show
February 28 from 10-4PM
Free outdoor auto show during Grand Prix Weekend featuring classic, modern, and creative cars—with optional $5 museum access.
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March 2026

Women's History ~ Leading the Change
March 6 from 6-9PM
Join us for our special March Call for Entry event. Women's History - Leading the Change. We're opening the conversation - What does change look like when women are leading the way.
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BEACON Dance 2026
March 6 from 8-9PM
BEACON, the acclaimed platform for dance and multidisciplinary collaborations, is proud to present the 11th Season of BEACON. 
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Reclamando our Narrative: Healing and Change through the Power of Words
March 7, 28 from 11-2PM
Join Mi Gente for a free workshop series where the Latine community can claim their stories, promote healing and belonging, and mobilize participation in racial equity, unity, and advocacy. 
RSVP Here

39th Annual Festival of Praise
March 8 from 4-5PM
Celebrate music and sing with our local college chorus in concert with the combined Festival of Praise choir singing styles from various genres of choral music under the baton of Dr. Derrick Fox from Michigan State University.
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Creatives Support Group at Suite E Studios
March 9, 23 from 7-8PM
An open, participant-led meetup for creatives across disciplines, held in a welcoming studio space. The group fosters community and mental wellness through shared experience, with complimentary food and drinks provided and support from a licensed mental health professional.
Learn More

Second Saturday ArtWalk
March 14 from 5-9PM
Stroll through 40+ galleries and studios across St. Pete during Second Saturday ArtWalk and discover something new around every corner.
Get Your ArtWalk Map Here

Spoken Word! ~ Women Leading the Change
March 19 from 6-8:30PM
Join us for our special Night of Poetry and Prose! We welcome all voices to come up to the mic for our 2nd  Spoken Word! event here at Brenda McMahon Gallery.
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