Rainy Season: A cozy poetry open mic with rain sounds Book + Bottle
2026-04-07 08:00 - 2026-04-08 17:00, 2026-04-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
April 8 from 6-8PM
A cozy open mic set to rain sounds and the smell of coffee and red wine and everything divine.

St. Petersburg Jazz Festival at the Warehouse Arts District Rosie Cohen ArtsXchange Stage
2026-04-08 08:00 - 2026-04-11 17:00
April 8-11
With 17 years of history, the St. Petersburg Jazz Festival is presented by David Manson and the nonprofit EMIT and features unique jazz artists in many jazz genres. Workshops and educational activities are also incorporated into the jazz festival.
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St. Petersburg Jazz Festival - April 8
2026-04-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Warehouse Arts District, 515 22nd Street S., St. Petersburg, FL, 33712, United States
The Warehouse Arts District Association (WADA) & EMIT are teaming up to present the 2026 St. Petersburg Jazz Festival! The festival is April 8 – 11 at the Warehouse Arts District Rosie Cohen ArtsXchange Stage.
Concerts include: 4/8 – Alexis Cole & Helios Jazz Orchestra, 4/9 – Johnbern Thomas Quintet & Randy Bordon Trio, 4/10 – Markus Gottschlich & Hot Club SRQ, 4/11 – Martin Bejerano CubanAmerican Trio with special guest Dafnis Prieto & Downtown Trio Plus One. For tickets, see https://wadastpete.org/events/

St. Petersburg Jazz Festival - April 9
2026-04-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Warehouse Arts District, 515 22nd Street S., St. Petersburg, FL, 33712, United States

A Night at the Brewseum! with Great Explorations
2026-04-10 18:00 - 21:00
April 10 from 6-9PM
Great Explorations Children’s Museum is bringing back Brewseum, our annual adults-only night of craft beer, creativity, and curiosity!
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April Open Friday at the Morean Center for Clay
2026-04-10 18:00 - 21:00
April 10 from 6-9PM
The April edition of Open Studio Friday allows a look into the studios and shared spaces of many ceramic artists currently working and teaching at the Morean Center for Clay and features new exhibits by ceramic artists Alexia Benavent and Jenny Day. RSVP appreciated, but not necessary.
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St. Petersburg Jazz Festival - April 10
2026-04-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Warehouse Arts District, 515 22nd Street S., St. Petersburg, FL, 33712, United States

Reclamando Our Narrative Writing Workshop
2026-04-11 11:00 - 14:00
April 11 from 11-2PM
Join Mi Gente for a free workshop series where the Latine community claim their stories, promote healing and belonging, and mobilize participation in racial equity, unity, and advocacy.
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Muzicianist LIVE music performance
2026-04-11 18:00 - 20:00
April 11 at 6, 7 and 8PM
Solo art show at Gulf Coast Artists’ Alliance, Inc., from April 2nd, 2026 to April 25th, 2026, with a LIVE music performance on Saturday April 11th, 6pm, 7pm, 8pm.
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St. Petersburg Jazz Festival - April 11
2026-04-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Warehouse Arts District, 515 22nd Street S., St. Petersburg, FL, 33712, United States

Doo Dads and Shim Shams at Black Crow Coffee in Grand Central
2026-04-13 15:00 - 17:00
April 13 from 3-5PM
Show-N-Tell style poetry. Bring something special from home and write a poem about it.

Speaking in Italics at Tombolo Books
2026-04-16 19:00 - 21:00
April 16 at 7PM
Tombolo Books welcomes authors Gregg Shapiro and Rick Karlin to the bookstore for a celebration of their books: Speaking in Italics and Last Call South Florida! Shapiro and Karlin will be joined by local author Tyler Gillespie!
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4th Annual Soul Revival Art Festival & Fundraiser
2026-04-17 08:00 - 2026-04-19 17:00
April 17-19
Across three iconic St. Petersburg locations. This year marks the first time Soul Revival expands to a full three-day experience, each day intentionally designed to educate, celebrate, and heal.

Friday, April 17 — Community Kickoff (Free) 5-7PM, St. Petersburg College, Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Midtown Center: An evening of sickle cell education, holistic health, and community connection featuring health experts, advocates, and wellness practitioners.
Saturday, April 18 — The Revival: Art Gala Brunch ($50) 11-3PM, The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art, Mesa Hall: Soulful music, live performances, curated wellness activities, and fine dining in one of St. Petersburg’s premier cultural institutions. Buy Tickets
Sunday, April 19 — Soul Revival Art Festival (Free) 2-6PM, The Deuces: A free community festival on the historic Deuces corridor featuring live music, hands-on art activations, wellness experiences, a vendor market, and cultural programming. Free and open to the public, all ages welcome.

Speak Easy: Words That Breathe
2026-04-18 20:00 - 23:00
April 18 from 8-11PM
Speak Easy: Words That Breathe is a live poetry experience designed for people who crave something real. This isn’t quiet classroom poetry.
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Mangrove Poems: A Weedon Island Poetry Walk at Weedon Island
2026-04-19 09:00 - 10:00
April 19 at 9AM
Meet in the parking lot, split up for an hour or so to wander and write, then come back for an open mic and snacks. For the open mic we’ll meet up at the nature center and don’t forget to bring sunscreen and water!

Women of Jazz XIX
2026-04-19 16:00 - 17:00
April 19 at 4PM
In celebration of the rich and lasting contributions women have made to our history and culture, Valerie Gillespie leads this year’s Women of Jazz XIX concert, featuring an exceptional ensemble of artists.
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Soul Samba with O Som Do Jazz!
2026-04-21 19:00 - 21:00 | West St. Petersburg Community Library, 6700 8th Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33710, United States
This FREE concert in the library features Rio de Janeiro singer Andrea Moraes Manson and a crew of experienced musicians performing samba-jazz, Bossa Nova, Balanço, Baião and MPB. O Som Do Jazz (the sound of jazz in Portuguese) recaptures the grace, energy and spirit of Brazilian music. With 4 CDs and original music placed on BBC, Fox and HBO, O Som Do Jazz is a Florida favorite with performances on the Miami International Jazz Fest, Clearwater Jazz Holiday, Mod Miami, Pensacola Jazz Fest and more. Did I mention that it is FREE?

Between the Arches: A Featured Poetry Reading for Poetry Month! at Book + Bottle
2026-04-22 18:00 - 20:00
April 22 from 6-8PM
Poets Alexandra Morgan Geiger, Jamaal Rocke, and Unspoken will read their work and talk through their inspiration and process.
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SPC Jazz Band - Free Concert
2026-04-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Music Center at St. Petersburg College, 6605 5th Ave. North, St. Petersburg, FL, 33710, United States
Directed by Dr. David Manson, the 21-member SPC Jazz Band gives a free concert of jazz favorites on Wednesday, April 22. Selections include “On Green Dolphin St.”, “The Very Thought of You”, “Don’t Know Why” and more! Our vocalists include Sonja Spence and Kalila Giordano.

Distant Worlds at the Museum of Fine Arts
2026-04-23 18:00 - 20:00
April 23 from 6-8PM
Writing poems to the sounds of a cello and a lush colorscape.

Blackberry Poetry Jam at Black Crow Coffee in Old Northeast
2026-04-24 18:00 - 21:00
April 24 from 6-9pm
Music, poetry making, zines and mocktails.

Mending the Nets at Tombolo Books
2026-04-24 19:00 - 21:00
April 24 at 7PM
Celebrate National Poetry Month with the launch event for Mending the Nets, the latest collection by Keep St. Pete Lit founder Maureen McDole!
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Night Blow: Glow-in-the-Dark Performance Art Glass Blowing
2026-04-25 19:00 - 21:00
April 25 from 7-9PM
Take the enchantment of glass blowing and then amp it up to level 11…Glass blowing after dark is a whole new take on the already actioned-pack art process, and it is one not to miss.
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Groove Merchant at the MAACM
2026-04-25 19:30 - 20:30 | Museum of American Arts & Crafts Movement (MAACM), 355 4th Street North, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us for a live concert by soul-jazz trio Groove Merchant, led by Phil Magallanes who’s credits include Al Di Meola, Arturo Sandoval, and Blood, Sweat & Tears. Joining him are organist Andrew Jankura and drummer/vocalist Eric Roberts whose 20+ years of playing together span Toronto, Dubai, and Tampa Bay. Special guest: GRAMMY Award-winning saxophonist Kenny Anderson. Come out to MAACM and enjoy this deep, down-home groove rooted in jazz, blues, funk, and R&B. Sponsored by EMIT.
Price: $30.00 Non-Members . $25.00 Members

Moonrise Poetry at Lassing Park
2026-04-26 19:00 - 21:00
April 26, 7-9PM
Asking the big questions: Who are we? Why do we create? We will be at the corner of 19th Ave S & Beach Drive SE.

Writer’s Workshop - The Garden of Your Mind at the MFA
2026-04-30 17:30 - 19:30
April 30 from 5:30-7:30PM
Celebrate National Poetry Month at the MFA! In partnership with poet Ariana Kija Matondo, the MFA is hosting a three-part poetry workshop series focused on ekphrastic poetry, the art of writing descriptive and imaginative poetry inspired by visual art.
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4th Annual Tampa Bay Chalk Festival
2026-05-02 10:00 - 16:00
May 2 from 10-4PM
Over 25 community artists will create beautiful sidewalk art with the theme “Our Watery Futures 2026”! Plus a panel of environmental experts!
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Mother’s Day at Imagine Museum: A Shared Experience in Art & Connection
2026-05-05 08:00 - 2026-05-10 17:00
May 5-10
Celebrate Mother’s Day with interactive art, family moments, and exclusive savings at Imagine Museum in St. Petersburg.
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Sea of Glass: Manatee Stained Glass Workshop
2026-05-05 17:00 - 19:00
May 5 from 5-7PM
Create your own glowing manatee stained glass piece in a relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop with limited seats.
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