Spring 2011 Fun: Kid-Friendly Events in Tampa, Florida

Erin Rivera
With spring time quickly approaching many families with kids are looking for fun activities to do in Tampa, Florida. Florida has many great kid-friendly events going on right now with more on the way! Here is a look at some fun, kid friendly events happening in and around Tampa, Florida.

The Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City Florida is perfect for kids and families to get out and have some family fun! The Florida Strawberry Festival will be going on from March 3rd through March 13th and will feature activities including games, midway rides, exciting entertainment and delicious food. The midway will have all different kinds of rides including rides that are age appropriate for younger children and fast, exciting rides for older kids and teens looking for a thrill! Tickets can be purchased for rides or arm bands that will allow unlimited ride access can be purchased for a set price varying between $19-$25. Ticket prices to get in are $5 for kids ages 6-12, with adult prices being $10. Children 5 and under are admitted free and advanced ticket prices are available. More information can be found here.

Take a step back in time by visiting the Tampa Bay Renaissance Festival. Open on weekends from February 26th through April 17th families can experience a different theme each weekend. Dressing up is encouraged and just adds to the fun atmosphere. There are neat events such as lively music, stage events, human chess game and live armored jousting! For families with pets there is a special pet weekend where you are welcome to bring your pet, in costume of course! Gate admission is $17.95 for adults, and $9.95 for children. Advance tickets can be purchased at a discounted rate at MOSI, Walgreens and Circle K convenience stores. There is free parking available. For more information, you can visit the website here.

The Harlem Globetrotters are going to be at the St. Pete Times forum on March 12th. Families will enjoy seeing all the amazing tricks these talented athletes can perform. They are even going to attempt their first ever 4 point shot! There are two showings at 2 and 7 p.m. The Harlem Globetrotters have always put on an amazing show and it is a lot of fun for kids of all ages. Ticket prices vary and can be purchased Ticketmaster.

Sources Cited: My own research.

Published by Erin Rivera

I am a military wife, freelance writer and above all, a mommy to four beautiful sons and a beautiful daughter  View profile

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