V.M. Ybor Neighborhood Association, Tampa, FL (2026)

05/31/2026

🚧 MEETING THIS WEDNESDAY! 🚧

Join us on Wednesday, June 3rd at 6:30 PM at the beautiful J.C. Newman Cigar Company for an important update from FDOT on the Downtown Interchange project and its impact on our neighborhood.

Learn about:
✅ Current construction progress and project timeline
✅ Upcoming improvements and what to expect next
✅ Plans for the future linear park
✅ How the project will continue to affect V.M. Ybor and surrounding areas

This is your opportunity to ask questions, share feedback, and connect with neighbors while staying informed about one of the largest infrastructure projects affecting our community.

All are welcome!

We hope to see you there.

05/23/2026

Join Us for the May Neighborhood Clean-up! 🚮

Meet at Cuscaden Park for coffee and pastries at 8:30am and then head out to clean-up the neighborhood from 9:00 am - 10:30 am.

We will be collecting trash in the general area of Columbus Drive, 21st Avenue, and any other streets that require attention. Bags will be provided, and feel free to bring gloves.

Community clean-ups are a great way to meet new neighbors, see the neighborhood from the street level to appreciate the unique Ybor architecture, and catch up with old friends.

See you Saturday!!

📅 Saturday, May 23
⏰ 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 2900 N 15th Street - Cuscaden Pool Parking Lot

05/12/2026

Join us for the May Porch Party THIS Saturday, May 16th at 2512 N. Avenida Republica de Cuba (14th Street) starting at 6:30pm. Kick back and enjoy a laid-back evening, great food, and even better company.

Hosts Bob and Chrissi will be firing up a selection of BBQ favorites — just bring a side or dessert to share and your beverage of choice! Come hungry, stay awhile, and enjoy a night of good eats and good conversation.

We’ll see you there!

05/12/2026

Join us for the May Porch Party THIS Saturday, May 16th at 2512 N. Avenida Republica de Cuba (14th Street) starting at 6:30pm. Kick back and enjoy a laid-back evening, great food, and even better company. Hosts Bob and Chrissi will be firing up a selection of BBQ favorites — just bring a side or dessert to share and your beverage of choice! Come hungry, stay awhile, and enjoy a night of good eats and good conversation. We’ll see you there!

05/04/2026

📣Join us this Wednesday (05/06) at 5:30 PM to hear from the Civil Engineer and Owner's Representative about two upcoming 23rd Avenue projects — a 10-unit townhome project at 915 E. 23rd Avenue and a 33-unit apartment project at 3101 N. Nebraska Avenue. They are eager to hear feedback from V.M. Ybor residents ahead of the City Council Re-Zoning Hearing on June 11th.

Then, at 6:30 PM, Michael Masucci of UF/IFAS Extension will present Small Steps Forward, a comprehensive session on Florida-Friendly Landscaping practices.

Both portions of the evening promise to be highly informative — you won't want to miss it!

🗓 When: Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Where: J.C. Newman Cigar Company, 2701 N. 16th Street

All are welcome. Let’s work together to be informed, engaged, and connected.

04/18/2026

Join us this Monday (04/20) for an important East Tampa town hall meeting hosted by City Councilwoman Naya Young. This is a great opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations about the future of our community. City staff and community partners will be present to listen, share updates, and answer questions.

Doors open at 6:00 PM
Fair Oaks Community Center
3400 E. Louisiana Ave

We hope to see you there!

04/16/2026

Join us THIS Saturday for the April Porch Party — Italian Style! 🌿

Come enjoy a relaxed evening with neighbors, delicious food, and great conversation under the stars. Bring your beverage of choice and a dish to share — think pasta, antipasti, or your favorite Italian dessert!

Mangia, mingle, and make a few memories… can’t wait to see you there!

📅 Saturday, April 18
⏰ 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 2920 N. Sanchez St.

#

04/16/2026

Join us THIS Saturday for the April Porch Party — Italian Style! 🌿

Come enjoy a relaxed evening with neighbors, delicious food, and great conversation under the stars. Bring your beverage of choice and a dish to share — think pasta, antipasti, or your favorite Italian dessert!

Mangia, mingle, and make a few memories… can’t wait to see you there!

📅 Saturday, April 18
⏰ 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 2920 N. Sanchez St.

04/11/2026

The first cigar was rolled in Ybor City on April 13, 1886, by Sanchez y Haya across the street from where Hotel Haya sits today. This Monday is the 140th anniversary of this momentous day!

Join our Ybor City friends THIS Monday, starting at 12 noon on 7th Avenue in front of Hotel Haya for a one-of-a-kind community celebration honoring Ybor’s living history, where 140 hands will come together to roll a single cigar guided by master rollers. Enjoy Cuban bites and paella, pop-up museums, and stories that bring Ybor’s rich past to life.

RSVP here: https://hotelhaya.com/events/ybor-140th-cigar-anniversary/

04/03/2026

🐣🌿 Community Egg Hunt at Cuscaden Park! 🌿🐣

Join us for a hopping good time at our Community Egg Hunt this Saturday! Thanks to our friends at Urban Chapel and amazing community volunteers, we’re bringing egg-citement to the neighborhood with 2,000+ eggs and prizes for kids of all ages.

We’ll kick things off at the north-end pavilion (corner of 21st Ave & Avenida República de Cuba, near the playground), so plan to arrive early—the eggs go fast!

📅 When: Saturday, April 4
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Where: Cuscaden Park (2900 N 15th Street – north end near shelter)

Bring your baskets, invite your neighbors, and come enjoy one of Ybor’s favorite spring traditions! 🌷

V.M. Ybor Neighborhood Association

05/31/2026

05/23/2026

05/12/2026

05/12/2026

05/04/2026

04/18/2026

04/16/2026

04/16/2026

04/11/2026

04/03/2026

Address

Website

Alerts

Contact The Organization

Shortcuts

Share

Category