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Car enthusiasts across the Tampa Bay area have a full week of engines, engineering, and automotive history to look forward to this May. The Tampa Bay Automobile Museum is bringing back one of its most popular annual events — Hoods Up Week — running from Sunday, May 4th through Monday, May 11th. What Is Hoods Up Week? The event gives visitors an unusually close look at what powers some of the most historically significant automobiles ever built. During Hoods Up Week, the museu

Tampa's Hyde Park Village has added a significant name to its retail lineup. International fashion brand PAIGE has opened its first Florida location at the historic South Tampa shopping destination, marking a notable milestone for both the brand and the local retail scene. A First for Florida Located at 1517 W. Swann Ave., the PAIGE store celebrated its grand opening on April 25th, 2026, becoming the newest addition to the Hyde Park Village shopping and dining scene. While t

One of Tampa's most anticipated spring events is back this weekend. The Armature Works Boat Show is returning to the Hillsborough River waterfront for three days of free, family-friendly boating and marine lifestyle activities in the heart of Tampa Heights. When and Where The event runs Friday, May 1st from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, May 2nd from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, May 3rd from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Armature Works, located at 1910 N Ola Ave in Tampa's Heights dis

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Lace up your shoes. The Freedom Run is back for its 10th year, and this one is worth getting up early for. The Freedom Run: The Race Against Poverty takes place this Saturday, May 2, at Wesley Chapel District Park. Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, the race gives runners of all levels a chance to compete — and to make a real difference. All net proceeds go directly toward building homes for families living in extreme poverty around the world. Race Deta

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Saturday morning just got a whole lot better. The Wiregrass Fresh Market is back this weekend, and it's one of the best free outings in Wesley Chapel. This Saturday, May 2, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Paseo Drive at The Shops at Wiregrass fills up with over 80 local vendors selling everything from farm-fresh produce and artisan food to handcrafted goods and unique local finds. The market has been a staple of the Wesley Chapel community since 2011 and runs ev

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — tomorrow is Market Elaine night. If you've been looking for a reason to get out of the house this Friday, you just found it. The Market Elaine returns for its May edition tomorrow, Friday, May 1, at The Grove at Wesley Chapel. Running every first Friday of the month from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM, this free outdoor market has become one of Wesley Chapel's most beloved monthly traditions — and it's easy to see why. What to Expect • 150+ local vendors featur

Pasco County officials are reminding residents that a countywide Emergency Burn Ban remains fully active, with no end date currently announced. The ban was put in place due to prolonged dry conditions that have left the region at elevated risk for brush fires. Why the Burn Ban Is Still Active An extended period without significant rainfall has left vegetation across Pasco County extremely dry, creating conditions that make outdoor fires especially dangerous. County officials

Wesley Chapel is getting a new dessert destination this spring. Cinnaholic, the build-your-own cinnamon roll concept known for its fully customizable menu, is set to open a location at The Hub at Lexington Oaks — brought to the community by the same ownership team behind Cinnaholic South Tampa. A New Spot for Customizable Cinnamon Rolls Cinnaholic specializes in oversized, freshly made cinnamon rolls that guests can personalize with a wide selection of frostings and toppings.

Hyatt Place Tampa/Wesley Chapel is bringing back one of the area's most anticipated holiday dining events. The hotel's 3rd Annual Mother's Day Buffet is set for Saturday, May 10th from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., offering families a full sit-down celebration complete with live music, a festive buffet spread, and a full cash bar. Event Details The buffet takes place at Hyatt Place Tampa/Wesley Chapel, located at 26000 Sierra Center Blvd in Lutz, FL 33559 — just minutes from Wesley C

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — The long-anticipated Publix at Wiregrass Commons has officially cleared its final hurdle. Building permits were issued on December 24, 2025, paving the way for construction to begin on what will be one of the most feature-packed Publix locations in the area. Where and What The new store — officially Publix #1504 — will anchor Wiregrass Commons, a new shopping center at the busy intersection of SR-54 and Wiregrass Ranch Blvd., directly across from the Walma

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — The Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Wiregrass Ranch Hospital opened its doors on April 21, marking a major milestone for one of Florida's fastest-growing communities. For residents who've watched the massive building rise off SR-56 over the past two years, the wait is finally over. What the Hospital Offers The $300 million facility sits on 47 acres at the corner of State Road 56 and Wiregrass Ranch Blvd. Here's what it opens with: • 102 beds (expanda

Photos are courtesy of YMCA Tampa. https://tampaymca.org/mary-w-sierra-family-ymca WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — After years of waiting, construction is well underway on the Mary W. Sierra Family YMCA, and the finish line is in sight. The facility is on track to open this summer, giving Wesley Chapel residents something they've been asking for since long before the subdivisions started multiplying. What's Being Built The $35 million, 50,000-square-foot complex is located at 4379 Wellbe

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Development is accelerating at Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, with new updates showing major progress on Phase 2 of the community’s downtown expansion. The project is moving beyond early construction stages and beginning to take shape as a more connected, livable neighborhood. What’s happening now: Continued development of Avalon Park Boulevard, improving connectivity Opening of The Hamlet at Avalon Park, offering new 1–3 bedroom rental homes Expansion of infr

TAMPA BAY, FL — White Castle may soon be bringing its iconic sliders to the Tampa Bay area. According to the Tampa Bay Business Journal, the fast-food chain is actively scouting locations across the region, following strong demand and the success of its Orlando location. While no specific site has been announced yet, officials confirmed: Multiple locations are under consideration The company is targeting high-traffic areas with strong drive-thru capacity A potential opening c

LUTZ, FL — PNC Bank has officially opened its new Sunlake location, marking another addition to the growing North Tampa business corridor.

Wesley Chapel's popular monthly outdoor market is back this Friday evening. The Market Elaine returns to The Grove Villages on May 1st from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., bringing together more than 150 local artisans, small business vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities for one evening at the open-air shopping center off Wesley Grove Boulevard. What to Expect at The Market Elaine The event is one of the larger recurring markets in the Wesley Chapel area, drawi

One of the most talked-about fast food arrivals in the Tampa Bay region in years is now officially open. Whataburger launched its new location at 25340 Sierra Center Boulevard in Lutz on Thursday, April 16, beginning service at 11 a.m. and drawing in customers who have been waiting years — some decades — for the Texas-based chain to return to the area. A Long-Awaited Return to Tampa Bay Whataburger's presence in the Tampa Bay area had been absent for nearly two decades before

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — A new beauty spot has officially opened its doors at The Shops at Wiregrass, and it’s already getting attention. Drybar Wesley Chapel is now open, offering its signature blowout-only concept — no cuts, no color, just styling. Located on Paseo Drive, the salon brings a well-known national brand into one of Wesley Chapel’s busiest retail destinations. What Drybar Is Known For Drybar has built its reputation around a simple idea: focus entirely on blowouts an

Families in Wesley Chapel have a free, creative option lined up for this Saturday. Michaels at The Grove is hosting a Mother's Day craft event on May 3rd where kids can make a personalized gift for mom — at no cost to attend. What's Happening and When The event runs from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 3rd at the Michaels location inside The Grove at Wesley Chapel. Children will have the opportunity to decorate a vinyl mug to give as a Mother's Day gift, making it a hands-o