Author: Tanya Mayorga

Things To Do: Weekend Of August 21, 2026

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Dunedin Downtown & Honeymoon Island Area Day/Date Time Who Where Address Friday, August 21, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Eric Clark Soggy Bottom Brewing Co. 660 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 21, 2026 6:30 PM Dunedin Blue Jays vs. Lakeland Flying Tigers Back to School Night Minor League Baseball Game TD Ballpark, 373 Douglas Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 21, 2026 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Local Acoustic Acts Open-Air Dog-Friendly Patio Music The Dunedin Smokehouse, 471 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 21, 2026 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM Acoustic Thunder Flanagan’s Irish Pub 465 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 21, 2026 8:00 PM Regional Indie Artists Friday Night Original Showcase & Craft Pours Dunedin Brewery, 937 Douglas Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, August 22, 2026 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Tampa Bay Markets Vendors Dunedin Downtown Saturday Summer Market Dunedin History Museum Parking Lot, 349 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, August 22, 2026 2:00 PM Craft Masters Sip & Paint Canvas & Craft Workshop HOB …

A lively street-level view along Dodecanese Boulevard during the festival, showing several vendors under pop-up tents selling products on the street. Crowds of shoppers walk from tent to tent, while other pedestrians stroll along the sidewalk passing local storefronts.

Hippie Fest 2026: Groovy Vibes and Greek Heritage at the Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks

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Greek Town hosted Hippie Fest—and it was a beautiful collision of cultures. On Saturday, August 15, 2026, the strip along the Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks was loaded with vendors, food, music, and festival-goers who traveled from far and wide to experience a beautiful evening in this historic fishing village. Everywhere I looked, it was a photo opportunity. The sponge docks are a fishing village with a Greek heritage that dates back to the early 1900s. The rich history here allows us locals to immerse ourselves in the traditions of Greek settlers—and on this night, those traditions shared the stage with bell-bottoms and tie-dye. What We Saw On a typical Saturday night, you might catch belly dancers swaying to the rhythm of Greek music at Mama’s Greek Cuisine restaurant, or browse storefronts filled with locally harvested fresh sponges, sweet treats, and Greek cultural merchandise. This evening, however, the local flavor expanded to include rock and roll, blues, funk, soul, and R&B. The Hippie Fest also brought a classic Volkswagen car show, with groovy camper buses and …

Douglas Parking Center Construction Update: What to Expect on Douglas Avenue

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Downtown parking is going vertical. The Douglas Parking Center at 968 Douglas Avenue is entering its most visible phase of construction. Starting in late August, crews will begin erecting the precast concrete structure of the four-story, 309-space public parking garage . The good news? Most of the work happens without any road closures. Here is what to expect. 📅 The Construction Timeline No Road or Lane Impact (Aug 24 – Oct 9) From August 24 through October 9, the crane and all delivery trucks operate entirely within the property. Both lanes of Douglas Avenue stay open. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with no weekend activity. Single-Lane Flagging (Oct 12 – Oct 23) For ten working days, the final bay along Douglas Avenue requires the near lane. Traffic alternates through a single open lane under certified flaggers—the road stays open in both directions, with brief waits during active picks and deliveries. This phase begins the Monday after the Dunedin Art & Craft festival weekend (October 10–11), so the festival sees no construction …

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Things To Do: Weekend Of August 14, 2026

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Dunedin Downtown & Honeymoon Island Area Day/Date Time Who Where Address Friday, August 14, 2026 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM Peter J’s The Flyin’ Bulldog 828 Highland Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 14, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Jessica Rose Soggy Bottom Brewing Co. 662 Main St, Dunedin, FL Friday, August 14, 2026 7:00 PM Movie Night & Live Music w/ Stick & Ditty 7venth Sun Brewery 1012 Broadway, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 14, 2026 6:30 PM Tampa Tarpons vs. Dunedin Blue Jays Minor League Baseball Action TD Ballpark, 373 Douglas Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 14, 2026 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Buzz Snyder The Dunedin Smokehouse 471 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 14, 2026 8:00 PM – Midnight Andre Roy Flanagan’s Irish Pub 465 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 14, 2026 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM DJ Matt Crown & Bull 319 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, August 15, 2026 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Dunedin Downtown Saturday Summer Market Dunedin History Museum Parking Lot …

From Rogue Art to Local Legend: The Story of Dunedin’s Oranges

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It was 2009. The economy had nose-dived, and foreclosures dominated the news. Across the country, people were losing their homes, their jobs, and their sense of certainty. But in Dunedin, something else began to appear on the walls. Oranges. No one knew who painted them. No one knew why. Merchants woke up to beautifully rendered citrus on their roll-down gates. Homeowners discovered oranges beside their front doors. Most residents loved stumbling across them, and guessing the culprit’s identity became a running community joke. The phenomenon grew so popular that some merchants even posted notes on their walls reading, “Hey, paint orange here!“ The mystery deepened when a downtown restaurant’s surveillance camera caught two figures in the act at 5:30 A.M. The tape was turned over to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Department. Once authorities began asking questions, the culprits came forward and confessed. Steven Spathelf, a local muralist, and Marsha Goins were the artists behind the “Orange Graffiti.” No charges were filed. When asked why they did it, their response was simple: they wanted to champion …

Things To Do: Weekend Of August 7, 2026

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Dunedin, FL Day/Date Time Who Where Address Friday, August 7, 2026 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Studio 1212 Art Gallery High-Summer Fine Art Exhibition & Studio Sale Studio 1212 Art Gallery, 234 Monroe St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 7, 2026 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Marty and Taria Long perform The West End Market 990 Broadway , Dunedin, FL, United States, 34698 Friday, August 7, 2026 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Stick & Ditty Duo Live Acoustic Rock & Pop Porch Session 7venth Sun Brewery 1012 Broadway, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, August 7, 2026 7:00 PM – Late Keys & Kegs-Piano Sing-Along Caledonia Brewing 587 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, August 8, 2026 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Dunedin Downtown Saturday Summer Market Dunedin History Museum Parking Lot 349 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, August 8, 2026 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Regional Bluegrass Artists Dunedin Brewery 937 Douglas Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Palm Harbor, FL Day/Date Time Who Where Address Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:00 PM – Late Main Street Merchants Open-Air Summer …

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Things To Do: Weekend Of July 31, 2026

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Dunedin, FL Day/Date Time Who Where Address Friday, July 31, 2026 11:00 AM Studio 1212 Art Gallery Mid-Summer Fine Art Exhibition & Studio Sale Studio 1212 Art Gallery, 234 Monroe St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, July 31, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Andre Roy Soggy Bottom Brewing Co. 662 Main St, Dunedin, FL, United States, 34698 Friday, July 31, 2026 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM The Encore Band Live Yacht Rock Throwback Theme Night (21+ restriction applies after 8:00 PM) Caledonia Brewing, 587 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, July 31, 2026 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Sauce Pocket (Featuring Aaron Thorla) Live Improvisational Jazz, Funk & Rock Jam Dunedin Brewery, 937 Douglas Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, July 31, 2026 9:30 PM – 1:00 AM Dunedin Lanes Staff Late Night Cosmic Glow Bowling Experience Dunedin Lanes, 405 Patricia Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, August 1, 2026 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Tampa Bay Markets Vendors Dunedin Downtown Saturday Summer Market (Fresh local produce, cheeses, plants, and baked items) Dunedin History Museum Parking Lot, …

Summertime Treat: A Sweet Tour of Dunedin’s Ice Cream Shops

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It has been an unusual summer in Dunedin. We started the season in an extreme drought, watching the ground bake and our lush green landscapes turn a parched, dusty brown. An El Niño pattern shifted our weather, trading our typical afternoon thunderstorms for weeks of dry heat. So, when the first real showers finally rolled in mid-July, bringing relief to both the land and us Suntropolitans, it felt truly sacred. The scent of petrichor rose from the pavement, waking our senses. Lawns, trees, and birds seemed to sing in unison as a steady, gentle drizzle replaced what is usually a fierce lightning storm. As the sun dipped below the horizon, the light rain transformed into a shimmering golden curtain. Two weeks into this unusual rainy season, nature is alive with vibrant color—greens, pinks, lavenders, yellows, and oranges, all bathed in a golden light. At Highlander Park and the Dunedin Community Center, the grand oak trees seem to beam, with raindrops bouncing off their leaves like a grateful salute to the skies above. As the rain …

Things To Do: Weekend Of July 24, 2026

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Dunedin, FL Day/Date Time Who Where Address Friday, July 24, 2026 8:00 PM Stick & Ditty Duo Live Acoustic Rock & Pop Porch Session 7venth Sun Brewery, 1012 Broadway, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, July 24, 2026 8:00 PM Local Guest DJs Retro Vinyl Night & Craft Pour Specials Caledonia Brewing, 587 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, July 25, 2026 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Tampa Bay Markets Vendors Dunedin Downtown Market (Summer Location) Dunedin History Museum Parking Lot, 349 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, July 25, 2026 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Local Rescue Groups & Artisans Summer Dog Days Maker Market Pioneer Park, 420 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, July 25, 2026 2:00 PM Terrarium Master Crafters Sip & Plant: DIY Summer Succulent Workshop HOB Brewing Pavilion, 941 Huntley Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, July 25, 2026 8:00 PM – Late Regional Bluegrass Musicians Saturday Live Strings & Local Casks Dunedin Brewery, 937 Douglas Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Sunday, July 26, 2026 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Downtown Brunch Chefs Sunday …

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Things To Do: Weekend Of July 17, 2026

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Dunedin, FL Day/Date Time Who Where Address Friday, July 17, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Bill Blackburn Soggy Bottom Brewery 660 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, July 17, 2026 6:30 PM Dunedin Blue Jays vs. Clearwater Threshers Pitching for Pediatrics & Minor League Baseball TD Ballpark, 373 Douglas Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Friday, July 17, 2026 7:00 PM Daniel Von Zangenberg Live The West End Market 990 Broadway, Dunedin FL Friday, July 17, 2026 8:00 PM Backspin with DJenerate Movie Soundtracks Retro Night Caledonia Brewing, 587 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Tampa Bay Markets Vendors Dunedin Downtown Market (Summer Location) Dunedin History Museum Parking Lot, 349 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, July 18, 2026 11:00 AM Pre-Parade Celebrators Christmas in July: Taps, Bites & Holiday Cheer The Flyin’ Bulldog Patio, 828 Highland Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698 Saturday, July 18, 2026 4:00 PM – Late Fenway Hotel & Local Carting Groups Christmas in July: Summer Celebration & Golf Cart Parade Fenway Hotel (Autograph Collection), …