Tampa Attractions – September 2026
Discover must-visit attractions across Tampa Bay, from Busch Gardens and The Florida Aquarium to ZooTampa, museums, waterfront destinations, neighborhoods, and more. Explore the best things to do in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and surrounding communities.
Tampa Attractions News
- 09/16/2026 – Tampa International Airport named top large airport in U.S.
- 09/15/2026 – Lightning to kick off 2026-27 season with Lightning Launch Week
- 08/16/2026 – Rays release documents to serve as framework for proposed ballpark, mixed-use district
- 08/16/2026 – Tampa Museum Of Art Opens First Ancient Egyptian Exhibition
- 05/22/2026 – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s ‘Kumba’ to close after 33 years
- 05/22/2026 – 2 local spots among nation’s best free attractions
- 05/13/2026 – ‘Tampa WOW!’ observation wheel clears major permit hurdle, construction set to begin
- 01/28/2026 – Flo Rida, Smash Mouth, and more musical performances announced for Busch Gardens’ 2026 concert series
- 09/17/2024 – Busch Gardens reveals plans for new ‘Wild Oasis’ realm opening in 2025
- 02/06/2024 – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay reopens SkyRide attraction
- 02/05/2024 – Legoland Florida sets opening date for Ferrari attraction
- 01/02/2024 – SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa offering free Preschool Card in 2024
- 11/02/2023 – Busch Gardens planning new attractions, updates for 2024
- 10/23/2023 – County seeks feedback on African American cultural center coming to West Tampa
- 10/20/2023 – Rough Riders moving St. Patrick’s Day parade from Ybor to downtown Tampa
- 10/20/2023 – ZooTampa breaks another attendance record
- 10/18/2023 – Tampa ready to unveil new city center
- 10/18/2023 – ‘Haunted’ Tampa Theatre offering ghost tours, scary movies throughout October
- 10/13/2023 – Snowcat Ridge snow park reopening in next month with brand-new attraction
- 10/02/2023 – Busch Gardens’ newest coaster the Phoenix Rising to feature on-board audio
- 09/07/2023 – Busch Gardens Tampa’s Spooktacular returns this weekend with new activities
- 02/14/2023 – City of Tampa Taking Next Step in Plan to Expand Tampa Riverwalk
- 02/10/2023 – Adventure Island to open new splash area Shaka-Laka Shores this spring
- 02/08/2023 – Busch Gardens sets opening date for Serengeti Flyer swing ride
- 02/01/2023 – Thousands of Runners Expected at Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic
- 01/30/2023 – Plan outlined for new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark, redevelopment
- 01/25/2023 – Endangered Sumatran tiger finds new home at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- 01/24/2023 – Sesame Street Kids Weekends returning to Busch Gardens
- 01/23/2023 – WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair to serve as Grand Marshal for Gasparilla
More Attractions
Are you looking for even more attractions and things to do in Central Florida? Check out our Things to do in Orlando website. View the Orlando Attractions, Orlando Theme Parks, and Orlando Water Parks pages. Orlando is only a 90 minute drive east of Tampa and has even more options for you to consider: Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, and lots more.
For more traveling fun, make sure to view our New York City Attractions, Las Vegas Attractions, Los Angeles Attractions, and Dallas Attractions.