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📰 3-month-old endangered panther kittens killed by vehicle in Florida
📰 Trump administration revokes $156M grant to help Floridians afford solar panels
📰 Florida Approves First Black Bear Hunt in a Decade, Despite Protests
📰 Amalie Arena in Tampa gets new name in partnership deal
📰 Tampa ranks third highest in U.S. cities with the biggest inflation problems
📰 Busch Gardens restaurant temporarily shut down due to health violations
📰 U.S. bicycle industry shifts to adapt to tariffs on top bike exporters
1:00 PM & 7:00 PM 8/15 - 8/17
Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
Cost: $34
Experience Monster Jam live and become a fan for life with an ultimate day of family fun at the Amalie Arena on August 15-17, 2025. Get ready to cheer, scream, and be amazed as massive Monster Jam trucks and world champion drivers take over Tampa for a weekend packed with high-flying action and jaw-dropping stunts.
This isn’t just any event—it’s As Big As It Gets—where 12,000-pound trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air in competitions of speed and skill. It’s all happening at Monster Jam, where every moment is unexpected, unscripted, and unforgettable.
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM 8/16 - 8/17
Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 US Hwy 301 N, Tampa, FL 33610
Cost: One-Day pass $27.50; 2-day pass $40
FitFest, formerly known as the Tampa Bay Strength And Fitness Expo, now re-imagined and expanded to become the largest sports festival and fitness expo in Florida. FitFest is the pinnacle event where athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and industry professionals converge to celebrate the power of physicality, strength, and endurance. With a rich history of showcasing top-tier talent, hosting world-class competitions, and featuring industry-leading exhibitors, our event has become a beacon for those seeking unparalleled inspiration and cutting-edge innovations. Join us as we unite an entire community in a collective pursuit of fitness excellence at FitFest, where passion, camaraderie, and boundless possibilities await.