Memorial Day Weekend 2025 in Tampa Bay offers a variety of events to honor fallen heroes and enjoy the start of summer. Here’s a curated list of notable activities happening across the region:
US Memorial Day Ceremonies & Tributes
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Veterans Memorial Park Ceremony 📍 3602 U.S. Highway 301, Tampa 🗓️ Sunday, May 25, 10:00 AM Features patriotic songs, a keynote speech, and a POW/MIA Missing Man Remembrance.
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American Legion “U.S.S. Tampa” Post 5 Luminary Service 📍 3810 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa 🗓️ Monday, May 26, evening A solemn luminary display at Tampa’s only veterans cemetery, honoring those lost in service.
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Clearwater Honor Fest 📍 Florida Veterans Memorial Plaza, Clearwater 🗓️ Sunday, May 25, 6:00–8:30 PM Includes a parade, ceremony, and community activities to honor veterans.
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Oldsmar Memorial Day Ceremony 📍 250 Shore Dr East, Oldsmar 🗓️ Monday, May 26, 10:00 AM A public ceremony honoring America’s service men and women.
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🎉 Festivals, Food & Family Fun
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Soul Breeze Food Truck Festival 📍 Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, Tampa 🗓️ Saturday, May 24. Enjoy a variety of food trucks, live music, and entertainment in a festive atmosphere.
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Memorial Day Market 📍 Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen, Tampa 🗓️ Sunday, May 25, 1:00 PM Shop local vendors and enjoy food and drinks in a family-friendly setting.
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Memorial Day Picnic 📍 5535 W Prescott St, Port Tampa 🗓️ Monday, May 26 A community picnic honoring Memorial Day with food and activities.
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Memorial Day Weekend at Caddy’s 📍 190 Boardwalk Place East, Madeira Beach 🗓️ May 23–26 Features food and drink specials, live music, and a 21-gun salute on Monday.
🎤 Live Entertainment & Nightlife
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WWE Memorial Day Weekend Takeover 📍 Yuengling Center, Tampa 🗓️ May 24–27 Four consecutive nights of wrestling events, including Saturday Night’s Main Event and NXT Battleground.
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Red, White, & Brew Pub Crawl 📍 Anchor Tavern, Tampa 🗓️ Saturday, May 24 A patriotic-themed pub crawl through Tampa’s nightlife scene.
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Memorial Weekend Day Party: World Tour Edition 📍 Showbar Ybor, Tampa 🗓️ Saturday, May 24 A high-energy day party featuring DJs and live entertainment.
Memorial Day Weekend 2025 Events & Celebration in Tampa
🛼 Family-Friendly Activities
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SkateWorld Tampa – Party in the USA Skate 📍 522 N Howard Avenue, Tampa 🗓️ Monday, May 26, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM Celebrate with themed skating sessions and discounts for wearing red, white, or blue.
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United Skates of America – Memorial Day Skate 📍 7510 Paula Dr., Tampa 🗓️ Monday, May 26, 12:00–4:00 PM Family-friendly skating with pop music and special offers.
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☀️ Weather Advisory
Be prepared for potential rain during the weekend, as Florida’s forecast indicates possible showers.
