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What to do in Tampa Bay this weekend: July 3-5 events guide

Looking for weekend plans in Tampa Bay? Here's a roundup of events happening across the region from July 3-5

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Looking for weekend plans? Here is a list of things to do around Tampa Bay this weekend. Photo by Leah Burdick

Looking for something fun to do this weekend around Tampa Bay? The Tampa Bay Observer has gathered local events happening across the area so you can make the most of your weekend.

Friday July 3

BarrieHaus

BarrieHaus is celebrating First Friday with an evening of live music and beer. Live music begins at 6 p.m. in the Biergarten, and Mug Club members will receive their first beer on the house.

The taproom will be open from noon to 11 p.m., with snacks available for purchase.

Water Street Tampa

Live music with Ari Chi will take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. near Wagamama.

Ari Chi will be performing every Friday throughout the month.

Keel Farms

Keel Farms is hosting Sangria Night from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. every first Friday of the month.

The event is free to attend and will feature dancing and sangria flights available for purchase.

Free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Gulfport

Gulfport Night Market is an evening featuring local artists, makers and small businesses offering products for attendees.

The event takes place every first Friday and third Saturday of the month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Gulfport.

Saturday July 4

Dinosaur world

Dinosaur World is hosting a Fourth of July celebration from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be live music and free gifts for guests.

Guests will be able to explore walking trails with dinosaurs, find fossils and more.

Wild Rover Brewing Company

From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., guests can enjoy an afternoon tea experience for $40 per person. The tea will be served on vintage china in the Snug bar.

Reservations include a selection of teas, four types of sandwiches, two types of scones, three cakes and a garden salad.

Reservations can be made online. The company said the event is designed for adults but will accept children ages five and older who are well-behaved in a tea service setting.

Wiregrass

The Shops at Wiregrass is hosting a Fresh Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The event will feature more than 50 vendors, including a variety of plants and salsa. Local artists will also showcase eco-friendly products.

Gulfport

Downtown Gulfport is hosting a community parade and picnic to celebrate the Fourth of July.

Starting at 10 a.m. at Tomlinson Park, families can enjoy vendors, activities and the fireworks display at night.

The parade begins at 11 a.m.

Sunday July 5

Hyde Park Village

Hyde Park Village Fresh Market is taking place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring more than 80 local vendors.

Vendors will offer produce, plants, handcrafted goods and more.

Creative Junk Therapy

Like pottery? Creative Junk Therapy is hosting a pottery wheel class from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. for $55 per person.

The class is designed for beginners, and guests will create either a bowl or mug using a pottery wheel to shape their piece. Once shaped, guests will place their creations in a kiln and return in two weeks to paint and finish their products.

St. Pete Beach

Corey Ave Sunday Fresh Market is taking place on St. Pete Beach from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday.

The market will feature 100 vendors offering produce, baked goods, clothing and more. Food trucks will also be available, serving refreshments, breakfast, lunch and desserts.

All Weekend

Fireworks shows and celebrtaions are happening across Tampa Bay to celebrate America's 250th.