SURREAL PET PORTRAIT PAINTING
Nov. 12, 6 – 9 pm at the Dali Museum. Paint a surrealistic colorful portrait of your pet. Learn how to use a value scale and “paint by numbers” to create a unique and colorful pet portrait. Purchase ticket in advance. thedali.org
TAMPA BAY HOLIDAY MARKET
Nov. 23 & 24, 10 am – 5 pm at The Coliseum. Start your Christmas shopping early and shop from local vendors selling home essentials, unique handmade gifts, cosmetics, holiday decor, food, apparel, accessories, and more! tampabay.com
SECOND SATURDAY ART WALK
Nov. 9, 5 – 9 pm at The Factory, St. Pete. Explore works of the in-house studio artists in Building 8. Discover exhibitions at MoM Museum, LeroyLand, Wild Space Gallery, and Drew Marc Studios. Daddy Kool Records and FloridaRAMA’s have immersive experiences. FB @thefactorystpete
INDIA FESTIVAL TAMPA
Nov. 23, 10 am – 10 pm at the Florida State Fairgrounds. Guests will see live performances, shop and of course, eat the most delicious Indian food. All proceeds generated at this event are invested back into the community. indiafestivaltampabay.com
SAVOR ST. PETE
Nov. 2 & 3 at Vinoy Park in St. Pete. This elevated event expands with all new activities including the ultrachic Mixology Experience Lounge, cooking demos, bites from leading restaurants, and an enormous array of craft beers and wines. VIP experience available. savortheburg.com
BRACELETS AND BUBBLES
Nov. 17, 11 am – 1 pm at Armature Works. Choose from a selection of beads from the bead bar to create two bracelets, plus a complimentary mimosa for guests 21+ (ID Required). Purchase tickets in advance. FB @ArmatureWorks
HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS!
Nov. 12 – 17 at the Straz Center. Sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations help transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville and help remind us of the true meaning of the holiday season. strazcenter.org
YMCA TURKEY GOBBLE
Nov. 28, 6:30 am at Amalie Arena. Sign up for a 1-mile run/walk or 5K. Dress like a turkey, at the familyfriendly Thanksgiving event. One hundred percent of the proceeds raised from Tampa YMCA Turkey Gobble will support their healthy living programs. tampaymca.org
MUSIC OF THE KNIGHTS
Nov. 16 at the Mahaffey Theatre in St. Pete. The Florida Orchestra plays favorites from music royalty Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sir Elton John, and Sir Paul McCartney. Choose from a 2 pm or 8 pm show. floridaorchestra.org
ENCANTO SING-ALONG
Nov. 30 at the Straz Center. See the film on a giant screen and sing to your heart’s content. You and your fellow songbirds will be accompanied by a live band, Banda de la Casita, as well. Shows at 1 p