Things To Do in Tampa This Weekend: March 6-March 8

Tampa Bay turns up the flavor, fun, and festival vibes this weekend. From the global tastes of the Dream Asia Festival to big laughs with DeRay Davis and the sweet traditions of the Florida Strawberry Festival's final days, there's no shortage of ways to celebrate. Add in live music across the city and a full lineup of weeknight sports and entertainment, and the calendar is packed from Friday through Thursday.

The Dream Asia Food Festival at the Florida State Fairgrounds is a three-day celebration of Asian food, culture, and community, featuring one of the largest Asian street-food lineups in the region alongside live performances, workshops, anime vendors, and family-friendly activities. Festival-goers will find an exciting, flavor-filled event featuring classic foods, cultural traditions, and many creative forms of entertainment, all in one area.

Stand-up fans will enjoy an evening of laughs with acclaimed comedian DeRay Davis, known for his sharp wit, energetic stage presence, and memorable performances at clubs nationwide. Catch him as he brings his humor and storytelling to the stage at Funny Bone Comedy Club in Tampa, serving up lively comedy and good vibes over multiple shows.

The Florida Strawberry Festival is an annual spring tradition in Plant City, celebrating the region's strawberry harvest with 11 days of family-friendly fun. Agricultural exhibitions, livestock shows, craft fairs, carnival rides, food vendors, and strawberry-themed goodies combine with major acts and parades to attract hundreds of thousands of attendees from throughout the Sunshine State and beyond. The festival highlights community heritage, local culture, and the sweet bounty of Florida's iconic strawberry crop.

Tampa's live music scene hits every note this weekend, from powerhouse vocals to smooth jazz and intimate acoustic sets. Whether it's a high-energy concert or a laid-back evening with local talent, the city offers plenty of ways to tune in and turn up.

Weeknights in Tampa bring their own spark, trading weekend crowds for easygoing energy and midweek momentum. From ballpark cheers and rink-side thrills to live music and stand-up laughs, Monday through Thursday proves there's no need to wait for Friday to make plans.