St. Petersburg International Folk Fair Society, Inc. (SPIFFS)

06/17/2026

Florida's arts grant applications are open, due July 10. Many of SPIFFS' members can apply, as can many of the performance groups.

DOS Grants allows Floridians to apply for and manage grants offered by the Department of State through the Divisions of Arts and Culture, Elections, Historical Resources and Library and Information Services. These grants support Florida's position as the recognized national leader in arts and cultur...

06/17/2026

As much we love to see all the new spots coming to the area, we love it even more when we get to shine a light on a true hidden gem. Pho 97 in Pinellas Park

06/17/2026

Congratulations to rising seniors Ella Brittingham, Elise Chandler, and Cole Landers for being selected to represent St. Petersburg as our Student Ambassadors to our Takamatsu, Japan, this year!

We wish them safe travels during their stay in our Sister City. We look forward to hearing about their journey when they return.

Read more about St. Pete’s Sister City program: https://www.stpete.org/news_detail_T30_R1661.php

06/17/2026

If you're looking for a Juneteenth activity!

Do you have plans for yet?!

Join us on Friday for this kickback that will have it all! Whether you’re coming to eat, play, dance, or just soak up the Juneteenth spirit, this Backyard Boogie brings the joy, the culture, and the community love.

❤️ Food Trucks & Local Eats: Bold flavors, sweet treats, and backyard classics!
🖤 Kids Activities: Games, crafts, and fun for the little ones!
💚 Spades Tables: Bring your partner and your best trash talk!
💛 Live Entertainment: Music, performances, and nonstop good energy!
❤️ Family Friendly: Everyone’s invited to celebrate together!
🖤 Free Admission & Free Parking: Easy, fun, and open to all!

06/15/2026

We might have World Cup fever...

The 2026 soccer World Cup is officially underway, hosted by the US, Mexico and Canada. Here's what USA TODAY readers had to say about the tournament.

06/15/2026

Pinellas County voters - have you made sure you are signed up for Vote by Mail (if that's what you like)? Ready to vote in the August 18th primary?

Pinellas County votes in the August primary for many important local elections as well as federal ones. Here's all you need to know.

06/08/2026

One of the fastest-growing hospitality groups in Tampa Bay is bringing a unique new dining concept to downtown St. Pete. Now in its soft opening phase at 320

06/08/2026

☀️ Our June schedule at The Beach Theatre is officially here!

From iconic classics to music documentaries, cult favorites, live theatre, and special one-night screenings, this month is packed with something for everyone.

We’re especially excited to launch our Monday Night Classics Series featuring timeless films on the big screen all month long. 🎬

Plus, don’t miss our incredible lineup of concert films including Monterey Pop, Shine A Light, and more celebrating legendary music moments in cinema. 🎸

We’re also proud to celebrate Pride Month this June with films and programming that honor and celebrate bold voices. 🏳️‍🌈

And we’re thrilled to open our first full length play here at The Beach Theatre! What the Constitution Means to me opens June 26th - July 6th! Join us across the 250th anniversary of our country in an important conversation about our country’s founding document! 🇺🇸

We have a few dates marked “Coming Soon” and we’re excited to share more on those when we can! Keep an eye out for more June events to be posted on our website!

Tickets and full event details available on our website!

06/05/2026

Today is World Environment Day. The planet doesn't recognize human maps. The good, and the bad, things we do to the planet impacts life in all forms. Can you do an extra good thing for the Earth today? Refuse plastic. Or put a bee & butterfly friendly plant in the ground.

World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment.