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Gotta Go Orlando is your go-to guide for discovering the latest news, events, activities, and things to do in Orlando and throughout Central Florida. We feature the latest updates from the theme parks, and attractions, together with the latest must-do festivals, local events, and community fun. We also keep you updated with the latest entertainment news, including big-name tours, stand-up comedy, theater shows, and more. We also include the latest food and drink news, together with the best nightlife in the city.


Teddy Swims announces The UGLY Tour and it's coming to Orlando and Tampa in October
Teddy Swims is hitting the road on a 32-date North American headline arena run that runs September through November. Grammy-nominated and Diamond-certified superstar Teddy Swims has announced his 2026 THE UGLY TOUR. The North America Arena Tour will make a stop at Orlando's Kia Center on October 22, and Tampa’s Benchmark International Arena on Sunday, October 25. Fans can register for presale access now at www.teddyswims.com/#tour . Chime Visa presale begins Tuesday, Apri

Alastair Mac
Apr 17


Breakaway Music Festival Tampa returns to Raymond James Stadium with Dom Dolla, Tiësto and more
Breakaway Tampa returns this weekend on April 17-18 with an impressive lineup of EDM headliners. Breakaway Music Festival featuring EDM, pop, house, and dance music first began in Columbus, Ohio in 2016 and has quickly grown into the nation’s leading touring music festival, drawing over 100.000 to multi-day festivals in multiple cities including Charlotte, NC, Kansas City, MO, Grand Rapids, MI, and San Francisco, CA . The festival expanded in 2024, with Tampa the latest ci

Emma Walton
Apr 15


Chris Brown & USHER are coming to Tampa's Raymond James Stadium on Dec. 11 for The R&B Tour
Get ready to scream "yeah" as superstars Chris Brown and Usher team up for new stadium tour. GRAMMY Award-winning icons Chris Brown and USHER, officially announce dates for The R&B Tour, a 2026 co-headlining stadium run across North America. Uniting two of the genre’s defining hitmakers, the tour will deliver a must-see run of performances across the U.S. and Canada. The artists surprised fans last week with a joint teaser commercial on Instagram , sparking widespread excitem

Alastair Mac
Apr 14


The Strokes confirm huge ‘Reality Awaits’ global tour including a show in Tampa on September 12
Fresh from a main stage set at Coachella, The Strokes has announced a summer tour in support of their upcoming album Reality Awaits. The Strokes are back, and fresh from performing a headline set on the main stage at Coachella, the band has confirmed a global run across North America, the U.K., Europe and Japan, with the ‘Reality Awaits’ tour kicking off in June and running through the fall. The tour will see stops including two nights at Red Rocks, London’s The O2, Toronto’s

Alastair Mac
Apr 14


England will play their final two games before the FIFA World Cup in Tampa and Orlando this June
Witness England as they make their final preparations for the 2026 World Cup, this is your chance to see the world's elite, including Kane, Saka, Bellingham, and Rice live in action! England is coming to Tampa and Orlando! Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, and Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando will host the England men's national team for two international friendlies as part of the Three Lions’ preparations for the FIFA World Cup in Summer 2026. The two matches will be among the fir

Alastair Mac
Apr 10


Enjoy a day of strange, spooky, and spectacular finds at The Tampa Oddities and Art Market
The Tampa Oddities and Art Market features 100+ incredible artist & vendorsoffering oddities, crystals and gems, handcrafted art, fossils, and more! The Oddities & Art Market returns to Tampa this weekend for its 2nd annual show on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 11 am - 6 pm at the Florida State Fairgrounds in the Florida Center, located at 4800 US Hwy 301 North Tampa. Step into a fully indoor, all-ages marketplace featuring 100+ incredible artist & vendors offering oddities,

Alastair Mac
Apr 10


Gasparilla Music Festival returns to a brand-new home in Downtown Tampa this weekend
The popular Gasparilla Music Festival is making a comeback after a one-year hiatus, relocating to Meridian Fields near Water Street and Channelside in downtown Tampa. Gasparilla Music Festival is back! With the crowd-pleasing annual music festival making a comeback this weekend following a one-year hiatus due to what organizers called "ongoing financial strains." The three day festival which has previously been held at Julian B Lane Riverfront Park in Tampa, returns followin

Alastair Mac
Apr 9


The Tampa Bay Blues Festival returns to St. Petersburg with 3 days of of world-class blues and fun!
One of the world’s best blues music festivals returns to Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg. The annual Tampa Bay Blues Festival returns this weekend to Vinoy Park on the waterfront for three days of great blues by the bay! Winner of the International Blues Foundation's "Keeping The Blues Alive" award as the nation's top blues festival, this year's festival takes place from Friday, April 10 to Sunday, April 12, 2026. This year the festival is celebrating 30 years with a huge line

Alastair Mac
Apr 9


Live Nation plans new 4,300-capacity music venue in Tampa's Gasworx District
New music venue in the Gasworx district is designed to complement Tampa’s growing live music scene and is slated to open in late 2028. KETTLER, a nationally recognized real estate investor, developer and property management company, has announced plans to deliver a 4,300-capacity music venue within the Gasworx District in Tampa. The venue will be operated by Live Nation and is designed to complement Tampa’s growing live music ecosystem while honoring the unique culture, ener

Alastair Mac
Apr 8


$uicideboy$ announce 2026 Grey Day Tour is coming to Tampa on October 17
The NOLA rap-punk duo have announced the latest instalment of their annual “Grey Day Tour”. $uicideboy$ are hitting the road again this summer and fall with their annual “Grey Day Tour,” with the 2026 edition featuring a massive 33 shows across North America. The indie-rap outfit’s Ruby da Cherry and $crim's Grey Day 2026 will be hitting arenas and amphitheaters starting August 29 at Shakopee, MN. The tour will stop in major cities including, Dallas, TX, Denver, CO, Seattle

Alastair Mac
Apr 3


Kali Uchis: For The Girls Tour with Mariah The Scientist and Laila comes to Tampa on June 13
The For The Girls Tour will hit 18 arenas and amphitheaters across North America Grammy-winning global recording artist Kali Uchis is heading back out on tour with the "Kali Uchis: For The Girls Tour", a limited North American run produced by Live Nation. After an appearance at Chicago’s Sueños Music Festival on May 23, t he tour kicking off at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO on May 23, will feature special guest Mariah The Scientist, with singer and produce

Alastair Mac
Apr 3


Dermot Kennedy announces "The Weight of the Woods Tour" is coming to Tampa on October 8
Dermot Kennedy announces extensive Fall North American Tour in support of new album. Multi-platinum singer/songwriter Dermot Kennedy has announced an extensive 32-date North American fall tour, promoted by Live Nation. The run kicks off September 4th in Minneapolis and wraps October 29 in Vancouver, BC, with support from Jonah Kagen, with Hunter Metts on select dates. The tour includes a stop in Tampa, with Kennedy taking to teh stage at Yuengling Center on October 8! Ticket

Alastair Mac
Mar 27


Don't miss ZooBrews at ZooTampa, the wildest night in Tampa Bay with animals, food and drinks
Don't miss the wildest night in Tampa Bay - An ALL-INCLUSIVE night filled with up-close animal encounters, live music, games, and more! ZooBrews is returning to ZooTampa on Saturday, March 28, from 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm for an ALL-INCLUSIVE night filled with up-close animal encounters, live music, games, and more! This 21+ event will have options for everyone, from spirited beverages, treats, and savory bites, to zero-proof drinks for your designated drivers. Find your favorites

Emma Walton
Mar 26


The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival transforms Clearwater Beach with spectacular sand sculptures!
The #1 Sand Sculpting Festival in Florida is back, returning to Clearwater Beach from March 27 through April 12, 2026. The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival returns to bright and beautiful Clearwater Beach from March 27 to April 12, 2026! This year, the festival celebrates its 12th year of bringing Clearwater's sugar sand to life. The Sugar Sand Festival is a 17-day beach wide celebration of Clearwater Beach’s two most notable natural assets: sugar sand and sunsets. Eighteen master

Alastair Mac
Mar 26


Orbit Culture bring 2026 Death Above Life Tour to House of Blues Orlando
Metal powerhouse Orbit Culture are on the road with a North American trek in support of their latest album, Death Above Life Swedish metal band Orbit Culture are back in North America with their latest headline run, kicking off February 18, 2026 and running through April 10, 2026, making stops in most major cities in the U.S. and Canada, including a stop in Orlando The tour is in support of the bands new album, "Death Above Life" , out now via Century Media , ORBIT CULTURE

Alastair Mac
Mar 26
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