5 Ways to Enjoy the Weekend

1- Taste of the Beaches! Over 35 local restaurants are participating in this year’s Taste of the Beaches this week! Restaurants spanning from Tierra Verde to Clearwater Beach will be featuring their unique cuisines for this week-long taste tour. From Monday, October 4th to Sunday, October 10th, patrons will purchase their tickets and turn them in at the participating restaurants of their choice in exchange for the restaurant’s signature “taste." Click here to learn more.

2- Pumpkin Patch Opens at St. Pete Pier The St. Pete Pier's pumpkin patch returns this Saturday, October 9th! Located at the Family Park beneath the stunning 'Bending Arc' sculpture by Janet Echelman, the pumpkin patch is the fall fun you're waiting for in the Sunshine City. The pump patch continues through October 17th. Click here to learn more.

3- 1st Annual St. Pete OctoBEERfest Head out to The Coliseum this Saturday, October 9th 4-8pm for the 1st Annual St. Pete OktoBEERfest. Enjoy huge steins, boots of beer and delicious German food. There will be select local craft beers, ciders and cocktails to sample. Celebrate Oktoberfest with traditional Oktoberfest music, games & prizes! Get Into the Spirit with Your Lederhosen and Dirndl Dresses. Tickets start at $19 for basic entry. Click here to learn more.

4- Second Saturday Art Walk The Second Saturday ArtWalk is the perfect way to spend a beautiful summer evening while supporting your local arts community! Head out to explore galleries & studios in the Central Arts District, EDGE District, Grand Central District, Warehouse Arts District and Waterfront Arts District this Saturday, October 9th! Click here to learn more.

5- German American Society Oktoberfest Head out to Pinellas Park this Friday & Saturday for the German American Society Oktoberfest! Enjoy typical German food, beverages, dances, and games 5-10pm Friday and Saturday, October 8th and 9th. Made from scratch German foods are available, such as wiener schnitzel, bratwurst, sauerkraut, and more. $10/person. Kids under 12 free. Click here to learn more.